The hotel-restaurant "Il Rifugio" is situated on the hill of Montalbano , at an altitude of 400 metres , surroundedby wood and olive trees. It is the ideal place for people who love tranquillity and nature. The hotel is provided with a wide parking area and offers its guests mountain bikes for excursions in the wood. Here they can also trek. You can enjoy a wonderful panorama over the region between Florence and Pistoia. Our hotel is located near Vinci , where it is possible to visit the native house of Leonardo da Vinci , and the Longobard church San Michele in Buriano. In a few minutes you can reach the centre of Quarrata , a quite and cosy town , famous for the production of furniture , linen and embroideries , where you can also visit a wonderful villa. The atmosphere of Magia and the surrounding hills with their stone housesand enchanting views will make you spend unforgettable moments. In 10/15 minutes you can reach Poggio Caiano , Bacchereto and Artimino with their wonderful Medici villas. At 15 km , you will find Prato , a famous town for its yarn and textile companies. After 30 km , you will be in Florence , a wonderful city of art , world-famous for its works of art and museums. At 15 km there is Pistoia , a cosy town with its old structure and churches and tree nurseries. At 30 km you will come to Montecatini , a famous town for its curative thermal waters