Set within 40 acres of gardens, woodlands and olive groves, L’Aiaccia has many lovely spaces to gather, relax and have fun outdoors.
The Pool
L’Aiaccia’s pool is one of the most stunning in all of Tuscany. Taking advantage of the unique topography of Chianti, this spectacular 15 x 5 meter pool is built into one of the property’s ancient olive grove terraces below the house. The pool is flanked on one side by a 5-meter tall stone wall and on the other side by a submerged walkway that extends from one end of the pool to the other.
In 2024, we undertook an extensive 8-month renovation. The interior of the pool, previously concrete, was resurfaced with Thalia beige tile. A new seating terrace was created at the deep end of the pool. Both the main and new seating terraces, as well as the pool’s underwater walkway and interior pool steps, were covered in gorgeous travertine tiles. New lounge chairs, small side tables and an extra-large 3 x 4 meter Poggesi umbrella were purchased for the seating terraces. A new pool-side shower was added along with new lighting throughout.
(Please note that the photos in the slide show are of the pool pre-renovation. We are awaiting updated photos.)
Games Barn
Just inside L’Aiaccia’s entrance gate is a small barn, “Il Fienile,” which has been converted into a Games room complete with Ping Pong and Foozball tables, with a comfy seating area with two armchairs in which to wait your turn – or serve as referee. There is also bathroom which can be easily accessed from the pool as well. Don’t miss the spectacular wrought iron flag-bearing dragons or the one-of-a-kind wrought- iron dragon chandelier overhead!
Al Fresco Dining
There are two outdoor dining areas: one just outside the kitchen door under a beautiful wisteria arbor overlooking the formal garden of boxwood and lavender with views across the countryside of vineyards, olive trees, and the tiny hamlet of Castagnoli in the distance; the other in the protective shade of the entry loggia – providing the option to eat outside no matter what the weather. A family of swallows annually nest in the beams of the entry loggia, considered a sign of good luck for the house.
Terraces and Gardens
Above the house, with stunning views over the Tuscan countryside, the charming upper terrace is furnished with two large comfortable sofas, two armchairs, a large coffee table, side table and large 3m x 4m Poggesi umbrella. It is a perfect place to retreat with a book any time of day or to gather for a pre-dinner glass of wine or to stargaze at night.
A shaded hammock between the trees in the lawn above the pool provides a great spot to relax or read. On the sunny “aia” – or former threshing floor for the farm – near the barn’s entrance is another lounge area with two comfortable lounge chairs
The gardens close to the house are filled with flowers and fruit through much of the year. Fresh herbs are outside the kitchen door and fig, pear, apple, persimmon, plum, corbezzollo (the red and yellow berries pictured) and olive trees abound. A lovely grape arbor shades the walk from the small barn to the house. Potted lemon trees grace the stone courtyard between the Main House and La Porcilaia. Lavender, roses and boxwood fill the formal garden and locally handcrafted terracotta pots overflow with flowers.
L’Aiaccia has its own olive grove and produces its own wonderful extra virgin olive oil. Those guests interested in a good hike can explore the stony terraces where our tasty oil comes from. (See pictures of the olive harvest under the OLIVE HARVEST tab.)