Surroundings
Where to find us
Whitehouse 92 is located on one of the streets that has long been the most central and liveliest shopping streets in Colle di Val d'Elsa. Our guesthouse, in addition to being in a great location for being able to visit the city and the whole of Tuscany, is a welcoming and sophisticated place that reflects the style of those who visit these lands rich in history and culture. The property is located just 50 m from Piazza Arnolfo, the city's main square, not far from the bus station that provides connections to the main surrounding destinations, including Siena and Florence.
Guest House and 35 Rooms, on the other hand, are located in a beautiful historic building in the upper part of the town of Colle di Val d'Elsa, with a splendid panoramic view.
What to see in Colle di Val d'Elsa
White House is located in the lower part of Colle di Val d'Elsa. The upper part of the town, reached on foot along a scenic route, is home to the historic center and Palazzo Buoninsegni, an elegant mansion that houses the Guest House and 35 Rooms. The palace is a short walk from Palazzo Campana, the entrance to the historic center. Here begins the oldest part of Colle, full of charm and history, perfect for exploring on foot.
Colle di Val d'Elsa and the crystal industry
The ancient heart of the town, perched on a hillock, retains an intact charm. Among the places to visit are the Museo San Pietro, a multipurpose cultural space in the historic center, and the Crystal Museum, dedicated to the excellent craftsmanship that has made Colle famous throughout the world. Also worth a visit are the Arnolfo di Cambio Tower House, linked to the figure of the great medieval architect, the Cathedral with the Crypt of Mercy, and the Bastion, an ancient defensive point from which there is a splendid view.
Outside the center, the Dometaia Archaeological Park offers an interesting route among Etruscan and Roman remains surrounded by nature. Walkers can explore the nature trails of SentierElsa, the evocative Etruscan baths of Caldane and the clear waters of le Vene. Finally, Colle di Val d'Elsa is also an ideal destination for lovers of good food, thanks to a vast food and wine offer made up of typical restaurants, taverns and stores that enhance local flavors.
What to visit nearby
Located in the heart of Tuscany, Colle di Val d'Elsa is the perfect starting point for discovering historic villages, unique landscapes and art cities in the surrounding area.
15 minutes from Colle di Val D'Elsa
The Castle of Monteriggioni to see it from afar, with its exciting remains bearing witness to a bygone era, gives the impression that time has stood still outside and inside the circle of its walls.
20 minutes from Colle di Val D'Elsa
From the curves of the state highway, San Gimignano appears on a rise announced by its famous towers. It is a true little jewel, so precious that UNESCO has declared it a ‘'World Heritage Site.’' To stroll through the historic center is to plunge into the Middle Ages, in an evocative glimpse of what the town must have been like more than seven hundred years ago.
30 minutes from Colle di Val D'Elsa
The unquestionable historical tradition combines with the splendid nature that offers, from morphology to vegetation to fauna, a truly impressive heritage.
20 minutes from Colle di Val D'Elsa
No other city keeps the cultural and civic heritage of the Middle Ages as alive as Siena, with its Palio and 17 Contrade, its art masterpieces and its historic center resembling a diffuse museum.
50 minutes from Colle di Val D'Elsa
Few cities in the world present such a complex personality as Florence.Â