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COOKING [Book Now]

The secrets of the Tuscan table are brought to you through good food, fine wine, rich history, and a vibrant tradition and culture.

Under the guidance of our chefs Chiara and Elisabetta, you will discover the tastes and textures of some of the finest ingredients of this authentic land. From the fruit of the woods -- truffles, porcini mushrooms and wild asparagus -- to fresh homemade pasta and gnocchi and their matching sauces; and then onto award-winner cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil, creamy fresh cheeses and matching Italian wines.

The fragrance of wild Italian herbs and their ancient usage will be brought to you by herbalists, who will introduce you to their centuries-old healing properties and their usage in daily food recipes. Together, we will meet with shepherds and farmers, and we will visit markets, restaurants and vineyards. Your residence, an ancient Villa with its own warm character and charm, will offer you true Tuscan living, and wrap your soul in peace and rest.

Celebrate with us this gentle feast of our senses and give us the privilege to offer you a piece of your own little nest of Tuscan heaven!

Cooking Course programme & Curriculum

EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND WINE [Book Now]

The fresh and lively extra virgin olive oil becomes the focus of feasts and celebrations on the Hill every fall from the middle of October till the middle of Dicember, Following the tradition and the experience passed from one generation to another, we will share all the secrets with you,the harvest,the pressing at the oil mill and the testing

You can buy the San Macario Dop Olive Oil at Williams Sonoma’s shops in U.S.A and Canada and at Tessieri in Lucca.

Dates for the olives and grapes harvest: October, November, December

Oil of San Macario Web site - online video

POTTERY [Book Now]

It is possible to learn all the techniques for decorating in the various styles, including decorations with simple subjects, with landscapes, still life as well as complex designs.

Pottery Course programme & Curriculum

TREKKING ON THE APUAN ALPS [Book Now]

The Alpi Apuane are known all over the world for the beauty of their precious marbles and of other decorative and building stones..

The Apuane are an orographic complex of great charm thanks to their massive mountains, the harsh morphology, the deep valleys, and the very steep slopes. Within a few kilometers from the small coastal plain in Versilia, the Apuane rise to reach almost the 2.000 mt. of altitude with Mt. Pisanino (m 1947).

Curriculum and Trekking programme

SAILING EXPERIENCE [Book Now]

The wind blows all year round along the coastline, and the weather is warm to mild from March until November.

To Sail in the Tuscan archipelago, consisting of seven idyllic islands will reveal magnificent unspoiled scenery, romantic coastlines and numerous ancient ports. The outstanding flora and fauna and crystalline multi-hued glimmering Mediterranean waters that comprise this extraordinary marine park, the largest one found in Europe.

WELLNESS [Book Now]

There is no place where to go you are already here, J.Krishnamurti:

Yoga,Meditation,the Colour therapy of Aurasoma, Beamer Light Pen, Colour and Creativity, Reflexology ,Astrology, Astro-Diagnosis and the beneficial effects of spring water at the natural spa of Bagni di Pisa just 15 min.drive from the villas.

AURASOMA [Book Now]

Colour is a language and tool that has profound implications for affecting our world.

AURA-SOMA can help improve your spiritual well being, moving you toward a deeper understanding of yourself. AURA-SOMA enables you to be in touch with the essence of yourself that always reflects your inner beauty.

It is an ancient knowledge that has been refound and revitalised into a living system easily accessible to all.

Curriculum and Aurasoma programme

Curriculum - Aurasoma Programme