Villa Mare

If you're looking for a vacation filled with fun, relax and nature, Tuscan treasure Castiglione della Pescaia is a sure guarantee to finding all that and more. This scenic seaside destination is located in the Grosseto area of southern Tuscany, vaunting splendid views of Elba and Giglio islands (not too far from the Argentario promontory). Whatever you're looking for, this town has it all: wild landscapes, unspoiled scenery and excellent food and wine. In Castiglione della Pescaia you will find an excellent supermarket and many specialized shops. 
The name Pescaia indicates its history as an old fishing village (in Italian, pescare means fishing). The town dates to Roman times (Salebrone) and was later inhabited by Umbrians and Etruscans, as it was considered an ideal location due to the lake gracing the area (now the Diaccia Botrona marsh), which provided essential food and goods.

Beaches: The sandy beaches of Castiglione della Pescaia are a great destination for families traveling with children - thanks to their crystal-clear water and diverse facilities operated by bathing establishments. You'll find a large range of beach options in the area, from fully equipped bathing establishments to wild nature and secluded beaches. Castiglione della Pescaia is also a paradise for summer sports enthusiasts, from sailing to windsurfing.

Pineta di Tombolo: This coastal pine forest in located in the province of Grosseto and extends from Castiglione della Pescaia to the Padule della Trappola. The vast area stretches about 15 kilometers along the coastline, all within a protected nature area. 

The WWF Maremma National Park: The Park encompasses seven towers, the remains of an abbey and twenty six grottoes. In summer the National Park can only be visited accompanied by a guide. Visits by night from 8 to 11 pm are a special thrill. At 1 hour from the property.

Daytrips: Cala Violina, Giglio Island, Tirli, Roselle archaeological site, Vetulonia museum, Sorano, Populonia, Pitigliano Tuff hill, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Pienza, San Gimignano, Volterra.

The Tarot-Garden of Niki de Saint-Phalle: On one of the hills not far from the estate the famous french artist hs built her „Jardin des Tarots“, twenty two giant sculptures inspired by the figures of the magic tarot cards. Children love it! At 1 hour from the property.

The islands and hiring a boat: In Porto Santo Stefano, 1 hour drive from the estate, you can hire boat which will take you to te islands of Giglio and Giannutri off the Tuscan coast. Giglio has a charming main village and castle, and many creeks hidden between the cliffs. Giannutri, its bare coastline dominated by the ruins of a Roman villa overlooking the sea, recalls some of the Greek islands, which deep-sea divers can look for sunken Roman galeons on the sea bed.

Sports: There are two golf courses in the area. Tennis, kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, diving, hiking, biking, horse back riding, hot spas Venturina.