Local areas:
There are abbeys and medieval villages nearby, the San Galgano Abbey can be reached with a short through the Villa's woods.
The Cappella di Montesiepi, next to the San Galgano Abbey, is a magical place and holds a sword in the stone!
Not surprisingly, as the “via Francigena”, the historical medieval road that goes from Scotland to Rome, runs here.
Petriolo free natural hot-pools are just a short drive away from the Villa, all other Spas are within one hou'r's drive. The new elegant Gran Resort SPA (membership available daily)is only 20 km from the Villa, and new 18-hole golf course, next to the SPA, will open in 2010.
Many daily outings are indeed possible to art cities and historical places.The beautiful white beaches of Uccellina National Park in the Maremma area, are reachable in 1 hour by car.
Professional courses in photography:
The owner of Podernovo di Monticiano is a professional photographer available for sessions and for teaching individuals/small groups.
Golf:
For golf enthusiasts, the new elegant Gran Resort SPA is in short driving distance from the Villa and will be opening a new 18-hole golf course, next to the SPA, in 2010. Other golf courses are in the radius of 70 km.
Other Activities:
Chestnut picking, mushroom picking.
Learn more about this holiday rental at the owner's website: