A blog about the Maremma, what to see, and its history.

Volsinii

Volsinii

There is some dispute and confusion about the exact location of the ancient Etruscan...

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Retreat

Retreat

The view down to the nature reserve and the sea from our front gate and driveway down to...

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Canino

Canino

The hills and fields around Canino, east of Capalbio, are home to a particular...

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Long term

Long term

We welcome a number of long term guests over the winter months, who settle in to take...

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Macchiatonda

Macchiatonda

The Macchiatonda Nature Reserve covers 244 hectares of land between the coast and the...

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Fiora

Fiora

The beautiful Fiora valley stretches across the vast inland territory of the Maremma,...

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Winter

Winter

We make very special arrangements for people looking for a long term winter retreat;...

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Pereta

Pereta

Tiny little Pereta is on the road between Magliano and Scansano, perched on the mountain...

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Porto Ercole

Porto Ercole

In the 15th century Porto Ercole was bought by the powerful Republic of Siena, who...

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Cycling

Cycling

This late autumn weather brings a number of guests who love to trek and bike through the...

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