Nestled in the abundant hills of San Gimignano in Tuscany, I Pini Vegan Agrivilla has provided shelter to pilgrims along the Via Francigena for hundreds of years. Like their ancestors, the owners of the property sustainably steward the land with respect and reciprocity – a responsibility that they likewise extend to the guests. The 11 elegant lodgings are surrounded by rolling vineyards, olive groves and permaculture gardens.
From the ground up, the property is 100% committed to environmental consciousness. From the seasonal, vegan cuisine to the terracotta tiles on the ground, the farmhouse seeks to provide the guests with an experience that intimately represents the Tuscan bioregion and culture. Here, like so many travelers before, they will find sanctuary and connect with the intrinsic power of nature to grow, thrive and heal.
When the property renovated Vegan Agrivilla I Pini in 2018 and converted it into a vegan hotel and organic farmhouse, the aim was to create the most energy efficient and sustainable environment possible using locally sourced materials. The insulating walls are made with a mixture of clay, hemp and rice husks, and rooms are furnished with high quality, handmade items. The interiors are beautifully rustic, reflecting an elegant and minimalist aesthetic.
Here you find tranquillity, elegance and the luxury of simplicity. When you enter the Agrivilla, you are immediately greeted by the deep, sweet smells of our wholesome plant-based cuisine. You may peruse the library full of books, lounge by the saltwater pool, soak in the nourishing rays of the sun and practice yoga in the silence of nature while the Italian medieval city of San Gimignano gleams, just a glance away. The elegant and meditative atmosphere allows guests to rest, replenish and return home to their best selves.
The Mediterranean gardens are a place for retreat and rejuvenation. You will find olive and fruit trees, heirloom varieties of vegetables, grape vines and medicinal herbs – everything grown on a land teeming with life. The intense and natural flavors of the self-produced vegan wines and olive oils provoke a sensation that will takes you back to your deepest roots.
