Il Poderaccio Organic Farmhouse is located in the amazing peaceful setting of Tuscan countryside – just half an hour from Florence. The farm covers an area of 35 hectares of woods, meadows, olive groves, vineyards and vegetable gardens. Its inspiring principles are the respect for the land and all living things that populate it, the conservation of soil fertility and its improvement.
The owners of the Farmhouse really believe that it’s possible to combine human activities with the respect for the environment and its resources. Land here is cultivated according to the organic agriculture criteria, maintaining its fertility, enhancing its biodiversity; the wood provides heating, the sun provides the house with hot water and the energy necessary to satisfy its needs. The goal of increasing the environmental quality is pursued by reducing energy consumption, a functional water management, reduction and recycling of waste.
Il Poderaccio Organic Farmhouse hosts a garden of 5.000 square meters where seasonal vegetables are cultivated, and an orchard where fruit is picked up. Seasonal fruit and vegetables have more nutritional properties, a more authentic taste and a smaller environmental impact in comparison to the off-season or intensively- grown products. Fruits and veggies cultivated here fully meet the requirement of organic products: they are healthier, cheaper and support the local economy! In addition, the farm produces a high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
The property respects the standards of Eco – Organic agritourism set by ICEA (Institute for Ethical and Environmental Certification). In the apartments you will find low energy bulbs and electric appliances, soaps and detergents on tap for personal hygiene certified organic and vegan.
