The garden
The garden is designed to promote biodiversity and provide a welcoming habitat for various plant and animal species. The cottage garden style uses an informal design, traditional materials, dense plantings, and a mix of ornamental and edible plants, based on grace and charm rather than grandeur and formal structure. Paths, wrought iron pergolas, the gazebo, and the use of local stones give the garden a casual, immersive look.
It’s a magical place to reconnect with nature, restoring balance and strength. The garden’s layout represents the Tree of Life, which also appears in the logo. Building the garden around this powerful and auspicious symbol adds deeper meaning to the outdoor space, creating an environment that inspires connection and growth—a unique way to make the garden a symbolic and aesthetically pleasing refuge.
Flowering arches connected to the villa and the dépendance adorned with colorful and fragrant climbing roses create an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, inviting guests to explore and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature. The garden presents itself as a kaleidoscope of colors and scents, designed to reconnect every guest with nature, offering a refuge to regain balance and serenity. Each element is crafted to create an unforgettable experience that leaves a lasting impression on visitors, promising to evolve and enrich over time.
Grove of Ancient Oaks
The garden includes an orchard with a wide range of fruit trees, offering guests the chance to savor fresh organic fruit during their stay. The true protagonist of the garden is a dense and ancient oak grove that extends over half an acre. Hammocks are hung between the oaks, providing a tranquil and sheltered spot where guests can rest, read a book, or simply enjoy the sound of birds and the cool breeze.
Colorful and Fragrant Climbers
Arches adorned with colorful, fragrant climbing plants envelop the main house and the dépendance, creating an enchanting and romantic atmosphere. With over 200 varieties of flowers blooming year-round, the garden remains vibrant and evocative in every season. Among these, over 15 types of ancient and reblooming roses enchant visitors, stimulating the five senses: the enveloping fragrance of the flowers, the sight of their vibrant colors, the delicate touch of the petals, accompanied by the sound of the breeze rustling through the leaves and the gentle flapping of bird and butterfly wings, along with the sweet buzzing of bees dancing among the flowers. This garden is a true feast for the senses, capable of leaving a lasting impression on all who visit.
Pure Drinking Water from Our Well
The villa relies on a well of crystal-clear water as the primary source of water supply to meet the needs of our guests. The water from the well is of high quality, fresh, and safe for human consumption, eliminating the need to purchase bottled water. Reusable water bottles will be provided to offer guests a convenient and practical option to carry water during their outdoor activities, such as relaxing in the garden, swimming in the pool, or exploring nearby art cities or the seaside. This initiative aims to raise awareness among guests about the importance of reducing plastic use and encourages them to adopt more sustainable lifestyles, even beyond Villa AltoGiardino.
Garden Paths
The paths that meander through the garden invite villa guests to discover a range of unique experiences. They can express their wishes beneath the majestic legendary chestnut, indulge in moments of tranquil relaxation, sip an aperitif at sunset in the charming antique gazebo, enjoy delicious barbecues outdoors, or work out in the fitness area. This is an experience that fully celebrates the beauty and variety of outdoor life.
Located in an area characterized by a dry climate, the villa offers a cool and comfortable refuge, even during the hot days of July and August. Evenings are particularly pleasant, with an environment almost free of mosquitoes, making every moment even more enjoyable.
Relaxation Area
This area is situated at the highest point of the garden, offering breathtaking views stretching to Monte Amiata while the sun sets softly over the surrounding vineyards. Guests can relax on hammocks, sun loungers, or large cushions, immersed in the shade of the two majestic oaks. This corner of tranquility and serenity is ideal for reading a good book, meditating, or simply being enchanted by the beauty of the surrounding garden. It is the perfect spot to unwind after a refreshing dip in the pool below, immersing oneself in an atmosphere of pure relaxation.
Wishing Area
A path leads guests to a special area under a majestic chestnut tree, where they can express their wishes.
According to local legend, this chestnut tree has the power to grant the wishes of those who approach it with an open heart.
Barbecue area
This area, equipped with everything needed to prepare delicious outdoor barbecues, is located near a granite table for 12 people and not far from the antique English gazebo. It features a real barbecue made from the same stones used for the walkway that surrounds the farmhouse and dépendance, complete with a large grill and a prep area. Here, guests can enjoy outdoor lunches and dinners, cooking and tasting the famous Tuscan specialties.
Fitness area
Located at the end of the garden, this area is equipped with a tilting bench for exercises that enhance balance and strengthen muscles, a classic Swedish wall, and various tools such as weights and elastic bands for stretching exercises after long walks to discover the natural and historical treasures of Tuscany.
Outdoor Gatherings
The villa offers outdoor tables under a pergola or in the shade of an oak tree for each wing of the farmhouse, allowing guests to invite friends or family for moments of conviviality while respecting their privacy.
A travertine and wrought-iron table for 12 for the Archi wing is placed under a pergola adorned with climbing roses and passionflowers, located near the barbecue and gazebo available for all guests. For the Torretta wing, a table for 6 is available under the pergola attached to the farmhouse right behind the kitchen and close to the pool. The table is wrought iron with antique local cement. Climbing roses and passionflowers also adorn this pergola.
For the dépendance, in the exclusive and secluded garden, a travertine table for 4 is available in the shade of an ancient oak, where cherries and pears can be picked directly from the trees to conclude a meal. The view from all the tables is of the sunset and the surrounding vineyards.
