Fattoria Di Maiano Fiesole

Romance, nature, relaxation and adventure. Discover Fattoria di Maiano charming rooms and exclusive apartments, for a weekend or an out of ordinary stay. Let yourself be welcomed by the gentle landscape of Fiesole hills and its ancient historic village, that was inspiration for many Florentine artists.

You can immerse yourself in farm activities, enjoy local products and dishes or just relax around the swimming pool surrounded by greenery. Enjoy a wellness break around the paths of the Romantic Park and the evocative Maiano mine, or explore Florence starting from a fabulous location.

Fattoria di Maiano is ready to welcome you in the unforgettable landscape of Fiesole hills, with its characteristic historical village. For those wishing to spend a holiday at the farm, they can choose between the beautiful rooms of the village and the availability of entire apartments.

A range of solutions designed to meet any need, both for the romantic weekend of a couple and the stay of groups and families. Fattoria di Maiano can satisfy any demand, thanks to its perfect position and to variety of proposals.

If you love nature, the Tuscan countryside is one of the most spectacular places to enjoy. At Fattoria di Maiano you can fully appreciate it, both inside its immense Park and exploring its surroundings. Sports lovers will enjoy trekking and walking along the green Fiesole hills.

Those who love relaxation can instead enjoy the peace of the farm and a fabulous swimming pool. Do you prefer to live the city? The farm is also an ideal starting point to visit Florence, reachable by public transport . Fattoria di Maiano will be an exclusive point of support, a quiet nest to return to after the crowds in the historic center.

THE HISTORY
At Fattoria di Maiano the enchantment of Nature meets the charm of centuries of history. Few kilometers from the heart of Florence, you can immerse yourself in the lush quiet of the famous Fiesole hills. Here the sweetness of the wooded slopes alternates with the steep profile of Maiano mines, once a precious mining place.

It is from these quarries that the old stonemason masters obtained the sandstone with which they built many Florentine buildings.. Today Fattoria di Maiano preserves the ancient natural beauty, supported by reforestation works and a careful renovation.

Together with a wonderful landscape heritage you will find fruits of the farm, beautiful olive groves and many free-range animals, while the historical past still relives among ancient quarries and magnificent old trees.

BETWEEN MIDDLE AGES AND RENAISSANCE
Walking along the paths of the park is a journey back to the origins of Florentine Medici family . The small village of Maiano, on the slopes of Monte Ceceri, was the destination and source of brilliant artists during Middle Ages and Renaissance. At the Farm you can still explore the places that were inspiration for sculptors, painters, engineers and architects.

From Boccaccio to Michelangelo, from Benedetto and Giuliano da Maiano to Leonardo Da Vinci, who experimented his first flying machines in these hills. The small lake Colonne, in the heart of the farm, owes its name to the columns of Cappella dei Principi inside Basilica di San Lorenzo.

Thanks to Lorenzo the Magnificent, they were in fact built with stones from the quarry that still dominates the lake. The same stone was also used for Michelangelo’s famous staircase at Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana. That’s why visiting Fattoria di Maiano is also discovering the intimate and indissoluble bond between Florence and its rural setting.

THE ROMANTIC HERITAGE OF SIR JOHN TEMPLE LEADER
The current appearance of Fattoria di Maiano owes much to the work of Sir John Temple Leader. Son of British industrialists and cultured humanist, Sir Temple Leader bought the village and the house of Maiano in 1844, as well as quarries and other colonies. Since then, he started a majestic work of neo-medieval restructuring.

Thanks to his talent, you can still admire the splendid Queen’s Romantic Park, inaugurated by Queen Victoria in 1893, and enjoy the small lake Colonne from the bridge dedicated to his lost wife, Maria Luisa de ‘Leoni, or find pleasant refreshment in the Tea House, after a walk in the Botanic Garden through the ancient paths of the stonemasons. Or, again, meditate sitting on a bench in the shade of the majestic holm oaks and cypress trees.

FROM TWENTIETH CENTURY TILL TODAY
The work of Sir Temple Leader was continued, at his death, by the famous surgeon Teodoro Stori and his wife Elisabetta Corsini, of the noble Florentine family of Corsini Princes. They worked on further reforestation and development of agricultural activities.

Their niece Lucrezia Corsini also carried out the evolution of the farm together with her husband, Count Giacomo Miari Fulcis, progenitor of the noble Venetian family and great innovator in agricultural branch.

NEW GENERATIONS
Today Fattoria di Maiano is home to almost 20.000 olive trees, from which the exclusive Laudemio oil is produced. Organic crops, free-range breeding and hospitality activities are precious Tuscan excellences.

An exclusive opportunity to enjoy wonderful landscapes and contemporary comforts of a refined restructuring carried out by Francesco Miari Fulcis (Giacomo’s eldest son) and his sons.

ROOMS
Our rooms are located in the historical Borgo di Maiano and its immediate surroundings. Each room is a refined synthesis of ancient and modern style, and retains the charm of the past beside contemporary comforts.

During your stay, you will have chance to visit the Botanic Garden and the Parco Romantico della Regina, or immerse yourself in farm tours and activities, or just enjoy the crystal water of the pool. The reservation also includes a special breakfast based on organic products and a daily tidying service.

Rooms are furnished with elegance and attention to detail, and fulfill any need. From the precious intimacy of Comfort rooms to the refined hospitality of Junior rooms, up to the sophisticated charm of the Suite.

APARTMENTS
If you prefer more autonomy, you can choose one of our apartments at Fattoria di Maiano. Each apartment has an exclusive style and offers all comforts to make your stay a pleasant experience. Built in an ancient manor and inside a medieval convent, our apartments offer beautiful views on landscape.

All equipped with one or more bathrooms and kitchen area,they can accommodate from 2 up to 11 people, according to dimensions. It is up to you to choose between patios, beautiful terraces and fine interiors. Contact us for any question or information. Fattoria di Maiano is at your disposal.

THE FARM’S KITCHEN
Lo Spaccio Restaurant is the ideal location to taste traditional dishes and Tuscan authentic flavours. Lo Spaccio delights guests and visitors with fresh ingredients and high quality cuisine.

A combination of naturalness and respect for local products. In our restaurant you can enjoy a break of perfect relaxation, and satisfy all senses. The elegant setting of internal rooms and the magnificent view over the olive grove accompany the pleasures of the palate with full aesthetic satisfaction.

EXCELLENCE AND LOCAL PRODUCTS
At Fattoria di Maiano everything is based on the passion for territory, even cuisine. A search for genuineness that means careful selection of raw materials and mastery of preparation. Seasonality and self-production are the basis of our dishes, that’s why menu is regularly changed, week after week, using the products that nature provides.

From meats to garden products, from fruit varieties to delicious cheeses, from local cured meats to the quality of flours. Everything that makes up our dishes responds to precise standards of freshness and provenance, exclusively Tuscan.

In this way, every visitor of the Farm can personally verify the sustainability of the internal supply chain. From orchards to breeding in the wild, up to the organic cultivation of olive trees that slope down the hill. At Fattoria di Maiano every product can also be purchased in the shop, as a tasty souvenir or a special gift.

TASTE FOR EVERY PALATE
Our Restaurant Lo Spaccio meets everyone’s taste, with its exquisite handcrafted cuisine. So many dishes alternate month by month, as Pici pasta with fowl sauce or low-temperature cooked pork with mountain apples and spinach, and the special Cheesecake, prepared with our farm jam.

The availability of seasonal vegetables and self-produced pasta lends itself perfectly to vegetarian menus. Our restaurant is distinguished by the scenic beauty of interior rooms and the wonderful landscape that can be admired from the terrace, important elements that contribute to make this location particularly suitable to host special events and exclusive tastings.

EVENTS
Fattoria di Maiano is the ideal setting to host meetings, special events and company banquets. An exclusive location in the quiet countryside, combined with a great range of proposals, marked by genuine cuisine and relaxing spaces.

You will have chance to enjoy regenerating walks around our Botanic Garden or in Parco della Regina, to taste the typical farm products, and to discover the historical charm of the village.

The extension of the farm and the beauty of its exclusive environment are fundamental elements for the organization of extremely personalized events. Choose your favourite room and catering service, or equipment and set up solutions.

Fattoria di Maiano offers several locations both for business events and for any kind of convivial moment. Sala Olivaia is a perfect synthesis of aesthetics and functionality , with its terracotta floors and exposed beams. Obtained from an old warehouse for olives, today it boasts an elegant rustic style, well equipped for meetings and multimedia conferences.

In addition, you wil find Sala del Convitto, with its symmetry of arches and columns, and the more intimate Sala del Camino, ideal for meetings up to 18 people. Three bathrooms are available at ground floor for your guests, one with assisted access. The farm has also a parking space for about 50 people, and valet parking or cloakroom upon request.

Coffee breaks, light lunches and special events find the ideal setting at the farm. Visit the magnificent fifteenth-century cloistered convent, with the fresco La Madonna della Misericordia by the famous Spinello Aretino, or the wide farmyard, located in front of the oil mill, from the panoramic terrace of the Restaurant, overlooking the olive grove, or again the delightful Giardino della Magnolia, highly appreciated for Sunday brunches and barbecues.

And then enjoy the elegant Loggia della Contessa, with its wonderful porch overlooking a fantastic view. An unforgettable setting for any kind of event.

WEDDINGS IN TUSCANY
Fattoria di Maiano offers an exceptional setting for an unforgettable wedding. Surrounded by the idyllic landscape of Fiesole hills, our farm contains environments of rare beauty, the ideal backdrop for a fabulous day. The noble architectures and the fineness of our interiors meet the rustic taste of the Tuscan countryside and the scents of a wonderful land.

The ideal atmosphere to give warmth and elegance to your event, completely customizable in style and outfit. The immense Botanic Garden and the Queen’s Park also offer beautiful views and panoramas for your photo shoot. A prestigious setting, chosen as location for the movie “A Room with a View”, winner of 3 Academy Awards in 1987.

At Fattoria di Maiano every event is an unrepeatable occasion. The variety of locations and the multiple possibilities of equipment make every event an original one. The beautiful courtyard opposite to the oil mill is the perfect stage for a country wedding, elegant but informal, immersed in colors and scents of the countryside.

The suggestive Cloister of the fifteenth century, in the center of the Farm, was once part of a cloistered convent, and it is ideal for classic weddings. The panoramic terrace of the restaurant and the delicate symmetry of the Countness Lodge, overlooking the olive grove, are equally irresistible choices.

Come and discover the magnificent interior rooms of our farm: the large Sala Olivaia, with wooden beams, the ancient Sala del Convitto and the cosy Sala del Camino, for more intimate ceremonies. Every detail can be arranged according to your personal taste, from vintage style weddings to the most romantic ceremony, and many other original solutions.

LEARNING IN NATURE
Love for Nature and for animals is something that you learn since childhood. This is why Fattoria di Maiano is happy to organize educational tours and recreational activities dedicated to schools and families.

Thanks to the various realities of the Farm, with its Botanic Garden, its animals breeding and many other attractions in a certified BIO environment, children can immerse themselves in the healthy genuineness of rural life.

A joyful and constructive experience to discover the wonders of rural world and get in touch with its elements. Workshops are designed for elementary, middle and high schools and are held by trained guides.

GUIDED ROUTE AROUND THE ANIMALS OF THE FARM
Fattoria di Maiano hosts fantastic animals bred even in the wild. Children can observe sheep, horses, Amiatini donkeys, geese, hens, ducks, ostriches and others. Contact with animals is a precious opportunity to develop a direct and conscious relationship with territory.

Children live the experience with enthusiasm and curiosity and at the same time they learn the importance of the relationship between man and animals. An essential basis to understand the deep connection between countryside, human work and respect for the environment

BOTANIC GARDEN GUIDED TOUR
The Botanic Garden tour is a pleasant experience in the variegated world of plant species. Each plant of the route is an integral part of the vegetation, and it is marked with its own name. Shapes, scents and colours contribute to the development of a multi-sensorial knowledge and an intimate harmony with natural environment.

Together with spontaneous herbs that grow in the park, you will find fruits of agriculture, too. In this way children can learn the plants which correspond to the vegetables and fruit they normally consume and the added value of the organic seasonal crop.

HARVESTING AND OIL MILL VISIT
Among the didactic activities dedicated to schools there is the oil mill experience. The olive tree is a fundamental symbol of our culture and tradition and the Oil mill Tour was born to discover its secrets and properties.

It all starts among olive trees, where you learn the characteristics of these wonderful trees and rediscover the dedication of man for this ancient culture, from the care of the plant up to harvesting and transformation of olives into an extraordinary organic extra-virgin oil.

A fun tour that continues from the olive grove up to the mill, to explain the processes of pressing, storage and bottling. The ideal itinerary ends with a tasting of genuine local products.

TREKKING & SAFARI
Among the slopes of our hills, woods and quarries, there is no shortage of opportunities for adventure! The Fattoria di Maiano holds hidden and magical places, far from the noise of the city and immersed in a unique atmosphere.

You can visit them by taking part in guided treks or safari tours on board of our off-road vehicle, which will take you through woods and lakes to discover our secret places.

Rooms: 20

Price: from 120 EUR per night

Source: www.fattoriadimaiano.com