In the protected hilly area of Montalbano, in the province of Pistoia, is the Agriturismo Podere Pilar, near the medieval village of Montevettolini, which enjoys perfect architecture.
This idyllic setting surrounded by 4 hectares of olive groves and enriched with special amenities such as an ultra-panoramic swimming pool offers an authentic Tuscan-style stay experience and encourages outdoor activities that will capture the enthusiasm of anyone who wants to share nature and art.
The Giusti Cave and the Regenerating Spa
One of the jewels near Agriturismo Podere Pilar is the Grotta Giusti, a natural wonder that offers an extraordinary thermal experience, with its spring waters and suggestive underground caves. A day spent there will allow you to immerse yourself in a unique environment, where the therapeutic properties of the thermal waters blend with the natural beauty of the cave.
The outdoor pools, in the lush park, add a touch of luxury and relaxation to the wellness experience. The Podere Pilar farmhouse can obtain access with discounted prices, offered by the spa company.
Historic Center and Piazza Giusti in Monsummano Terme
The historic center of Monsummano Terme and the Agriturismo Podere Pilar are just 5 km away. Piazza Giusti is the beating heart of the town and in it there is the beautiful Basilica of the Madonna della Fonte Nuova, with a single nave from the 1500s, full of paintings framed in precious wood on the roof; a fresco of the Virgin with child from the Leonardo school is displayed at the altar.
In the center of the square there is the statue of the poet Giuseppe Giusti, who lived in the first decades of the 19th century. On the right side is the contemporary building, Osteria del Pellegrino which houses the municipal library and on the first floor an interesting ethnographic museum.
On the left side there is the S. Carlo oratory, the subject of recent restoration, inside which other frescoes of the period can be admired.
Homes, shops, cafes, pastry shops, restaurants, pharmacies and banks are located in the perimeter of the square, where aesthetic and functional improvement works have begun. Near the square, every Monday morning there is a market selling fruit, vegetables, plants, food products, tools, linen and footwear.
Villa Renatico Martini: an elegant cultural oasis
On the road towards Monsummano Alto, a few hundred meters from the square you come across Villa Renatico Martini, an elegant eighteenth-century villa that is worth a visit during your stay at Podere Pilar. With its splendid garden, this villa often hosts cultural events, art exhibitions and concerts.
An afternoon spent exploring the historic rooms and strolling through the manicured gardens will give you a taste of the places rich cultural history.
Excursions in the Monsummano Alto Park and in the Fucecchio Marshes
A few km from the villa, along the hilly road you reach the ancient settlement of Monsummano Alto with the medieval tower and the medieval church of San Niccolao; some residential evidence remains there. A welcoming tourist residence and a popular restaurant have recently opened, offering refined and typical dishes of this part of Tuscany.
From Monsummano Alto the view expands over the plain and towards the east over Podere Pilar and the village of Montevettolini, allowing you to appreciate its entire circular dimension. A series of panoramic paths and hiking routes lead to the valley and to other hilly portions of the area that is still inhabited today. You can take advantage of the characteristic orographic conformation of Monsummano Alto for some sports such as paragliding and freehand rock climbing, near the Giusti cave.
A few km from the center you can take long solitary walks along the marsh paths of the Fucecchio Marshes; especially in the autumn period, these large spaces of protected nature offer numerous specimens of avian species to the view; A camera is essential to capture the magic of this landscape that changes with the seasons.
Explorations in the Tuscan Hills: The Landscape that Inspires
Podere Pilar is strategically located in the ridge of the protected hilly territory of Montalbano; half-day excursions in the surrounding areas will lead you to discover numerous medieval villages, in Cecina, Larciano Castello, San Baronto, towards the east, to give some examples, with vineyards and olive groves that have inspired artists and poets for centuries, Leonardo first and foremost, from his native , near Vinci.
Along the oil and wine road: a journey of taste in Tuscan tradition
Tuscany is famous for its delicious cuisine, fine wines and the abundant use of extra virgin olive oil in the preparation of dishes. Your stay at Podere Pilar Agriturismo allows you to savor traditional Tuscan dishes in the restaurants close to the structure, from ribollita to pappardelle with wild boar, to the famous Florentine steak, to fett’unta; it will be a culinary experience that will bring you closer to the gastronomic roots of the region.
The meals will be accompanied by small-production white and red wines from the Montalbano vineyards. A visit to the local cellars will confirm the quality of the fine wines that make Tuscany famous throughout the world.
In conclusion, the holiday at Podere Pilar, due to its strategic position, is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural and cultural beauties of Tuscany, including spa relaxation, visits to artistic cities and small medieval villages, routes in lakeside and hilly spaces on foot or by bike. An unforgettable holiday, made up of intimate moments in the farmhouse and interesting experiences in the surrounding area.
16-01-2024
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Farmhouse Podere Pilar
Typical Tuscan farm planted with olive trees in terraced fields with around 800 trees on 4 hectares.
