Welcome in our magical, romantic old country house and estate in the country of Riparbella, in Tuscany, Italy. It was built with pink and grey stones and completely renovated according to the principles of bio-architecture. With 3 apartments, one meeting room of 80 qm (~6 x 18 yards), two double rooms and 13 hectares of beautiful pasture land and forest. The house is on the top of a hill, surrounded by oak, olive and cork trees. On the horizon you can view the sea and the sunny islands of Elba, Capraia and Corsica. A few steps from the house we find a river, the „Torignanino“.
The lovers of Toscany culture call the country of Riparbella the central point of a „magical triangle“, because it is located between Montescudaio (one of the most charming medieval cities of Tuscany), Casale Marittimo (one of the most beautiful beaches) and Riparbella. It is close to travel to many of the most interesting parts of Tuscany: Pisa, Florence, Saint Giaminano, Siena and Volterra. It is only 35 Km from Volterra, 35 Km from Pisa, 50 Km from Saint Geminiano, 80 Km from Siena and 100 Km from Florence.
The atmosphere of the place époques silence, calls the spirit to relaxation, meditation and healing and helps one to come back to the natural psychophysical balance. This place is a special wildlife reserve. With deer, wild boars, birds and other animals. There are many beautiful paths for hiking and exploring in nature. There are also many beautiful horses for riding.
For the explorers of the nature: Trips to the „alabaster way“ (a magical place of white stones); hiking paths; horsebacks riding; trips on boats the sea and to visit Melorie tower („the tower of the Pirates“). For the explorers of the body and its wellbeing: BODY EVOLUTION training; yoga classes; shiatzu, aroma-therapy and clay facial mask treatments. For the lovers of italian cooking: Dinner from barbeque; tasting typical products of the place and special wines; Classes for traditional and healthy nutrition and cooking. For the lovers of toscany culture: Visits to Saint Geminiano; Volterra, Pisa, Siena, Firenze. Courses of Italian language.
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>> cultivation of lotus flowers and cashmere sheep
>> a „giardino dei semplici“ (simple garden of healing plants)
>> tepee camping
>> childrens courses of simple handicrafts and „arte povera“
>> bookshop, dance classes, dance evenings and live-music concerts.