For one of the weeks of our vacation in Italy, our party of eight stayed in a stone farmhouse villa in the Tuscan region near Siena and Florence. It is known by the Italians as an Agriturismo.
Located in the province of Arezzo, this ancient agriturismo, the Scarpellino, had been renovated in 2005. All of its original architectural details were restored.
I loved how warm and homey the villa felt with all of its stone walls, inside and out.
I also loved where it was situated, nestled in the middle of vineyards and olive trees.
Complete privacy was a given.
Here are some inside shots:
One would think the hard stonework of the walls would make one feel cold.
Perhaps it is my “inner cavewoman” that likes the atmosphere stone walls create.
The Daily Post Photo Challenge: Walls
Jennifer's Journal 
Jennifer what a beautiful place I dream of owning a stone house one day. There is something so appealing to me. great snaps and looks like a wonderful place to soak up life.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was a wonderful place, Kath. The stuff of story books. I could see myself living there.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Jennifer, I like the interior shots as much as the outside ones. The stone walls create a lovely ambiance. Pictures of Italy always make me wish I could take the next flight there. Lovely post.
Blessings ~ Wendy ❀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Images from Italy do that to me every time as well, Wendy. x
LikeLiked by 1 person
This place looks perfect for relaxation, and such beautiful bright flowers in the sunshine! Love it
LikeLiked by 1 person
Debi, it was like a slice of heaven that week.
LikeLike
Thank you for visiting and following my blog. It’s lovely to have you as an important part of my blogging community. Welcome!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I thank you in return, Dee. Welcome to my blog as well, sweetie. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Nice travelogue, Jennifer… The stone house in a peaceful farm
setting is just what u need for relaxation between shuttles to crowded tourist spots…
LikeLiked by 1 person
Precisely, Raj. Thanks!
LikeLike
Lovely Jennifer! However, it is a shame we didn’t see you here in La belle France! 🙂
LikeLike
We must have missed each other that time, Lea. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Perhaps another day…
LikeLiked by 1 person
It feels warm and relaxing 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Love to be there now instead of here with all the snow.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love stone houses Jennifer. They keep the heat out in the summer and keep it in in the winter. Beautiful photos of a beautiful villa! ❤
Diana xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Functional and beautiful. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Just purrrrfect! I hope to visit Italy one day. (♥‿♥)
LikeLike
I hope you do too, Bloggy Cat. xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Just some bloody marvelous photos
LikeLiked by 1 person
Gorgeous stone walls. No painted stuff for you!
LikeLike
Enough of those painted walls at home. 🙂
LikeLike
A truly beautiful Villa, It’s amazing how much history they preserved all around and the comfort of being in a home with open spaces 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Andy, the villa was perfect because we could relax away from the crowds on the days between our day trips to Siena and Florence.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Very nice! two sides in one trip 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
And the cities were crazy crowded with tourists, especially Florence, so it was the best of both worlds.
LikeLiked by 1 person
And that? makes the trip complete 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
That is so beautiful. I have always wanted to go to Italy, and you captured it exactly the way I picture it to be!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I hope you get your wish one day, Amy.
LikeLiked by 1 person