Vegan Agrivilla i Pini: Slow Living in the Heart of Tuscany
Summer Season from April until October
Vegan Agrivilla I Pini is the perfect refuge for a quiet and vegan vacation. Surrounded by endless nature, far from any hustle and bustle you will find a magical place. This organic agriturismo defines luxury as a combination of the purest and most natural components. The 11 elegant rooms, all renovated in 2018 create a relaxing and quiet space. Everything is natural and handmade: from Tuscan terracotta tiles on the floor to hand-sewn linens. Walls made of hemp, clay, and rice husks create a sustainable and healthy indoor climate. Refurbished vintage furniture adds to the stylish and minimalist interior.
The plant-based Agrivilla I Pini is a medieval estate surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Sourcing most ingredients from its own organic garden, the farm's vegan restaurant is truly seed to table. Everything is handmade and without refined sugars or grains. Enjoy delicious, wholesome fare inspired by the culinary traditions of Tuscany with a glass of ancestral wine. The historic vineyards at I Pini near San Gimignano are situated in an ecological terrain of ancient fossil remains and vast deposits of limestone. Covering a landscape of over 12 acres, the vines are more than half a century old.
Agrivilla I Pini provides the perfect setting to enjoy culinary delights while the sun sets behind the patio overlooking the awe-inspiring landscape. Breakfast and dinner are included in the stay — from Friday to Wednesday, evenings unfold with a thoughtfully curated 4-course set menu, while Thursdays bring something more convivial: pizza fresh from the wood-fired oven. A gluten-free option is always available upon request in advance.
Each season is unique and beautiful. If you visit during late summer or fall, you may experience the villa's olive harvest in October. Every autumn, the grapes are harvested by hand during the communal Vendemmia.
The Edible Food Forest is where all of these philosophies come to life. Working according to the cycles of the seasons and the moon, the team at I Pini practices the gentle methods of natural and regenerative farming — growing a rich variety of vegetables, fruits, and medicinal and culinary herbs to nourish all who come to visit.
Putting the mind at ease is I Pini's interpretation of living within the Tuscan countryside. To relax, take a dip in the beautiful saltwater pool or join a mindful yoga session. Nature is all around, setting an atmosphere to slow down, daydream and breathe more consciously. Immerse in nature by feeling the warmth of the sun, a tiny wind breeze every now and then as well as the refreshing smell of the surrounding vegetation. What more does one need?
Sustainability Criteria
- Vegan Agrivilla I Pini promotes diversity and fair pay, employs locals and has at least 40% women in management
- They offer activities that involve local culture
- Electricity comes from renewable energy sources
- Solar panels are used for water heating
- The hotel carefully records its energy consumption and uses LED lights and energy-saving appliances everywhere
- Produce is 100% vegan and organic
- It is homegrown or from their own garden or sourced in the region
- The historic building adapts to its natural environment
- Furniture, bedding and fabrics are made of natural materials or vintage
- The clothes of the employees are from sustainable sources
- The hotel is free of disposable plastic
- The amenities made of natural cosmetics come in dispensers instead of individual bottles
- In general, the hotel buys in bulk to avoid packaging waste
- Waste is sorted, composted and recycled
- Water consumption is consciously recorded and water-saving devices are installed everywhere
- Rainwater is collected and reused for irrigation
- The pool is chlorine-free
Features & Activities
- Hotel in a Historical Building
- Hotel Close to Nature
- Pool at the Property
- Vegan menu options or all vegan hotel
- Yoga Room and Classes
Location
Vegan Agrivilla I Pini can easily be reached from Florence or Siena. For everyone traveling by train, a cab transfer is offered from Poggibonsi train station to the hotel. The train takes approximately 25 minutes from Siena to Poggibonsi, and 1 hour from Florence or Pisa.
