Tuscany: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)

Glinding across the water with the sun at your back: discovering Elba in kayak is a unique and relaxing way to explore this island's shores. Rental kayaks are available on the Sant'Andrea beach, and from here your adventure begins!

Draw beautiful spots of the Tuscany countryside, going outdoor to visit the most beautiful sites of Poggibonsi area.

A renowned restaurant run by the hotel property and by Susi Brogi the chef who serves typical cuisine and authentic Tuscan dishes made by simple ingredients and seasonal produce accompanied by fine tuscan red or white wine of the area.

In this organic gastropub run by Grazia De Tommaso you can taste a complete cookery experience: during your cooking lessons you can cook by yourself all dishes, using exclusively organic local fresh products.

During a workshop in his atelier Luciano Bandinelli, the craftsman of the time, will show you the entire process of grinding and engraving handmade crystal, telling you old anecdots about this ancient art.

A journey through the Tuscan wine tradition
to give you unique and unforgettable emotions

Unique historical re-enactment: in one day the three districts of the village of Scarlino challenge each other in multiple races, from archery to the parade, the award for the best decoration of the districts to running-race in costume.

It is a Medieval village remained intact over the centuries, located in a strategic position. One of the most famous historical reenactments takes place every year in July

If you like "The English Patient", you cannot miss the visit of S.Anna in Camprena monastery, just out of our hamlet. This was the location of all the Tuscan scenes of the popular movie. Also remarkable the refectory frescoed by Sodoma.

A centuries old winery offering tastings and cellar tours

Roselle is one of the oldest archaeological sites in this area rich in Etruscan and Roman remains. The Roman theater is still well preserved and in the summer becomes a venue for theatrical performances.

From the hotel, climb Mount Capanne, thickly wooded with chestnut groves. For a guided hike, there are organized excursions through the Tuscan Archipelago National Park and, for those who love exploring the countryside on horseback.

City of art, history and culture, Pisa is renown worldwide for its leaning tower and for the marvellous Piazza del Duomo, a UNESCO world heritage site.Today an important university town, Pisa hosts the famous "Scuola Normale Superiore" .

Wellness 365 days a year

A few hundred meters from Montichiello, the dirt road that leads to wisdom you will find a glimpse of cypress trees and in the background the Monte Amiata. Beautiful location at sunset, the earth is red. Superb.

Cala Martina is a beautiful beach in the middle of the Mediterranean vegetation typical of this area. Here he stopped Giuseppe Garibaldi and the Thousand before coming to Marsala.

On the road with a Vespa, discovering the land of Chianti, enjoing the spectacular view of Tuscany hills and its ancient villages and tasting local organic products.

The real works of art in wrought iron you can buy at the craftsman Biagiotti in Pienza. Decorative objects, chandeliers, candlesticks and the possibility to order custom made items.

Typical Tuscan cuisine and pizza

Galleria Continua may be one of the most important contemporary art galleries in Italy, but they've chosen the quaint San Gimignano as their headquarters. Take in the austere towers and rich history of the town and see work by artists

Beautiful trek that starts directly from our village Tepolini. It will pass through lush woods and chestnut trees, water sources and unspoiled landscapes. You will notice also trachytic rock formations

Every year, during the harvest of saffron, which can vary from October to November, we provide our experience to learn how to grow saffron!

1 hour and a half of a private Yoga class with a qualified teacher.

The driver can assist you on a single day or multiple day wine lovers experience in Tuscany, exploring the most well known wine areas, riding along scenicroads and amazing landscapes. For couples or small groups. Reservation in advance.

The splendid outdoor theater where Andrea Bocelli performs each July is only 20 minutes away.

The centre of Siena has been declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. It is one of the nation's most visited tourist attractions. Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museum medieval cityscape and the Palio, a horse race held twice a year

Refined, creative dishes including a luxury interior in a location with a large terrace and views of the hills,whit famous chef Gaetano Trovato

Typical Florentine cuisine. To try the "Rigatoni in a bowl" (Rigatoni nella zuppiera).