“Picchio della Tinaia”* is located in the heart of the sienese countryside, at only about 8 km from the city center. It’s name (Picchio) derives from the nickmane by which Otello Martinelli was called. He bought the farm “Tinaia” back in the 50s and started his activity as “contadino” (farmer).


The view one enjoys from here is really grand. It starts from the Monte Amiata with the Rocca di Radicofani, where Ghino di Tacco was born, continues with the Montalcino hills and its imposing fortress, with the “crete” of Asciano until it reaches the elegant skyline of Siena with the Torre del Mangia and the bell-tower of the Duomo. All this is surrounded by the Chianti hills with all their vineyards and olive groves and historic buildings like the Certosa di Pontignano.

*picchio = woodpecker; tinaia = place where the wine tubs were stored


The magnificent Villa di Geggiano, a famous historic country residence, is just up the road from “Picchio”. It belongs to the Bianchi Bandinelli family since 1527 and has been entirely restored in the seventeenth century. A beautiful lane shadowed by century-old ilex trees leads to the gate of the Villa.

The surrounding farmhouses are remarkable results of how well the country style has been combined with modern architecture.
You can reach Siena in about 10 minutes by car or also take the bus (the stop is at 1km from us). You reach Porta Ovile where you can park your car easily and take the escalator up to the city center.