Activities

Explore Nature

Unplug, take your time and explore the environment. Explore the estate and surroundings taking scenic walks. The Tuscan landscape will enchant you as you go through undulating green hills, passing by picturesque views and encountering wild animals along the path. Please note that it is also possible to rent a bike or ebike upon request.

Cooking Classes

Delve into the traditional Tuscan cuisine by participating in our private Cooking classes with our local Estate Chefs, directly at your Tuscan home.

Bagno Vignoni

The ancient village of Bagno Vignoni is located in the Val d’Orcia Natural Park. Thanks to the Via Francigena (which was the main route followed by pilgrims in antiquity who went to Rome), these thermal waters were found and have been used since Roman times. At the heart of the village is the “Square of sources”, namely a rectangular tank, of 16th-century origin, which contains the original source of water that comes from the underground aquifer of volcanic origins.

Montalcino

The hill upon which Montalcino sits has probably been settled since Etruscan times and is first mentioned in historical documents in 814 AD. The town takes its name from a variety of oak trees that once covered the terrain. The very high site of the town offers stunning views over the Asso, Ombrone and Arbia valleys of Tuscany, dotted with silvery olive orchards, vineyards, fields and villages. The lower slopes of the Montalcino hill itself are dominated by highly productive vines and olive orchards.

Pienza

Pienza was rebuilt from a village called Corsignano, which was the birthplace (1405) of Aeneas Silvius Piccolomini, a Renaissance humanist born into an exiled Sienese family, who later became Pope Pius II. Once he became Pope, he had the entire village rebuilt as an ideal Renaissance town. Intended as a retreat from Rome, it represents the first application of humanist urban planning concepts, creating an impetus for planning that was adopted in other Italian cities and eventually spread to other European centers.

Etruscans, Montepulciano and Pitigliano

Etruscans, Pitigliano, and Montepulciano According to legend, Montepulciano was founded by the Etruscan King Lars Porsena of Chiusi; recent findings prove that a settlement was already in existence in the 4th-3rd centuries BC. In Roman times, it was the seat of a garrison guarding the main roads of the area. Pitigliano, another town with deep Etruscan roots, showcases Etruscan caves and necropolises. Montepulciano is a major producer of food and drink. Renowned for its pork, cheese, “pici” pasta, lentils, and honey, it is known worldwide for its wine. Connoisseurs consider its Vino Nobile among Italy’s best.

Yoga in the Hills

Fonteverde Spa

Nestled in the countryside in a Medicean residence dating from the 17th century, this polished spa hotel is 15km from Tenuta Montefino. Fonteverde Spa Centre, is a multi-functional complex with the most up-to-date thermal treatments, a holistic centre and beauty centre.

E-Bike Rent

In collaboration with Val D'orcia E-Bike, you can now rent the latest generation e-bikes—highly reliable and technically perfect for exploring the surroundings. Picture breathtaking landscapes, ancient villages, and the poetry of Val d'Orcia in a land recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.
Explore Campiglia d'Orcia, Mount Cetona, Castiglioncello, San Casciano dei Bagni, and other hidden gems, unlocking the secrets of history and experiencing the beauty of this less-explored landscape on your e-bike. Embark on a journey with us, and let the lesser-known treasures of Val d'Orcia unfold before you.