by wheeleran | Jan 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
The stunningly beautiful old center of Capalbio inside the imposing city walls, with numerous little squares, a few lovely cafes, artisan shops, and the San Nicola church and Aldobrandeschi fortress at its heart. There are steps up to the tower walls which you can...
by wheeleran | Jan 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
The beautiful restored Collelungo tower overlooking the long Alberese beach in the Maremma National park. It was built but the Sienese in the early Renaissance, destroyed and rebuilt in the 16th century, destroyed again in 1847 by lightning and fire, and extensively...
by wheeleran | Jan 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Just north of Capalbio is the hamlet of Marsiliana d’Albegna, and overlooking that on a steep hill, is the Fattoria di Marsiliana castle and farm. It was built in the middle ages by the Aldobrandeschi, then under the control of Siena, then the Presidi, and...
by wheeleran | Jan 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Bookings are coming in fast now for the coming summer period, so act quickly to book your preferred dates! Whether you choose the fresh blue sunlit charm of Casa Blu, or the rustic terracotta tiles and stone walls and antique quirkyness of Casa Terra, they’re...
by wheeleran | Jan 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Pretty little Scansano is perched on a spur in the forest hills north of Capalbio, and is the home of the reknown Morellino red wine. Founded by the Etruscans and settled by the Romans, numerous castles of military importance were build in the middle ages to protect...
by wheeleran | Jan 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
A chilly winter view from the gardens looking down over the nature reserve towards the sea to the north and Argentario peeking through the clouds and the late afternoon sunshine. We have guests who love this time of year. It’s quiet and still, the air is crisp,...
