Hotiday Lodge Castiglione

No doubt you'll spend much of your time here at the beach by the site – but you don’t have to limit yourselves to just the one spot, as there are several other lovely places to try out. The closest is Castiglione della Pescaia (10 minutes' drive), where you can wander around the medieval walls and castle before settling on the sands. If you like an active beach day, head to Marina di Grosseto (25 minutes) for watersports and beach horse riding. Something a bit quieter? Punta Ala (20 minutes) has a nice beach and a golf course, and the remote Cala Violina Scarlino (15 minutes) is a good option for those who like a secluded sandy stretch – it's only accessible via a forest path. Nature outings nearby could involve canoeing on the River Ombrone (45 minutes) or strolls in the Maremma Regional Park (an hour). For a cultural day, head to Grosseto (half an hour) to visit the Aldobrandeschi Palace and cathedral, or explore the museums.