Company :Agriturismo podere albedo
Contact Name : Francesco Cesarini
Address : Loc. Fornace di onnina SNC 53040 - Rapolano Terme (SI)
Sleeps : 8
Area of Lecceto, just 7 km from the beautiful Spa Rapolano, dipped in the heavenly scenery of the Crete Senesi, farm stands Albedo. We are minutes from the beautiful medieval villages of the Val d'Orcia (Castiglione d'Orcia, San Quirico d'Orcia, Montalcino, Pienza), a favorite destination for fabulous tour marked by a rich historical tradition, food and wine, unless half an hour from the beautiful city of Siena and only 40 minutes from Perugia. The term albedo (albedo from the Latin, "whiteness") has paid tribute to the activity for more than 30 years was carried out in this place in his memory and finds valuable asset of industrial architecture, the beautiful the years furnace '30, one of the few remaining examples still alive. The farm "Podere Albedo" began his career in 1993 when the owners, husband and wife, enchanted by the alchemy of the place decided to move close to the campaign, after years of living in the city, restoring a close contact with nature, thus starting their enchanting adventure. The company covers an area of approximately 6 hectares, divided between: olive groves, orchards and cultivation of medicinal plants.
The farmhouse offers its guests comfortable apartments furnished in typical Tuscan style, fitted kitchen, large living room, bedrooms and bathrooms, private entrance and central heating. All equipped with all comforts: washing machine - TV - satellite equipment - wi-fi - private outdoor space in which to spend pleasant moments of relaxation. Aour guests access to the pool and use of the barbecue ... to sample the local specialties! No more words to describe this charming return to the roots, you can quench your thirst for relaxation, breathing the flavors and colors that characterize these areas.It will be easy to become excited by views worthy of a unique artist, as only nature can be ..
ACTIVITY '
CYCLE TOURS
Fabio, biker expert, will lead to the discovery of itineraries to suit your needs. Possibility to rent a bike: you choose the right product for you ...
WELL PATH
For complete relaxation, devote to the care of your body. Albedo Farm offers you the opportunity to be followed by qualified personnel to choose the treatment that best suits your needs: relaxation massage, therapeutic, sports, osteopathic treatment, gymnastics. You will find the ideal place to restore your balance.
A search of truffles
Albedo truffle farm organizes excursions for experts, novices, to discover the excitement offered by this exciting sport, always accompanied by experts and their faithful 4-legged friends! In some periods of the year we can find the magnificent scented balls within our company ..
All year round you can buy fresh truffles.
Possibility of courses aimed at teaching knowledge of the nose.
Participants will be answered on the main species at the biological cycle, the environment in which it grows. Followed by a practical part with the release and collection with natural and cultured in the truffle dog in the park.
WINE TASTING
Depending on your request we can organize visits to renowned local wineries and taste their wines.
SURROUNDED BY NATURE
Inside the farm is very easy to meet and photograph wildlife such as deer, wild boar and birds of the species characteristics of the area
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ITINERARIES
Siena (30 km)
It is very pleasant walk through "medieval" in this beautiful city. Among the main attractions will include: Piazza del Campo, the Duomo, the Cathedral Museum and the Facciatone, Baptistery, level A. Franks. Have also groped the tasty culinary delights ... and the sweet temptation of the historic Pasticceria Nannini!
Val d'Orcia
In the heart of Terra di Siena is a perfect landscape, essential. It is composed of hills, gullies, the winding river, the cypress trees that surround the isolated high ground or in rows, the pattern of streets, this is the Val d'Orcia with its beautiful medieval villages (Castiglione d'Orcia, San Quirico d'Orcia, Montalcino, Pienza). San Quirico d'Orcia (35 km)
Country very characteristic, known for the gardens of the Horti Leonini. The beautiful surrounding countryside. It is located about 35 from Siena.
Pienza (35 km)
Beautiful village in a panoramic position, ideal to enjoy the countryside around Siena. The town revolves around the splendid Piazza Pio 2 °. It is located 9 km from San Quirico d'Orcia. For cheese lovers ... Do not miss the black Pecorino di Pienza.
Crete Senesi
The landscape that characterizes the path from Pienza to Siena is wonderful, you pass through the Crete Senesi, the colors meet and the villages are very picturesque, with churches and medieval castles and landscapes of stunning beauty. A lunar landscape beloved by photographers and hunters of white truffle. Castles, abbeys and cellars mysterious stories of emperors, saints and peasants. Home to delicious ... white truffles and wine Brunello.
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