The garden is one of the most special spaces of Torre di Badia, lovingly created and cared for by the owner. Located behind the medieval tower, it overlooks the beautiful vineyard-covered hills of the Chianti countryside. Guests reach the garden by passing through a terrace shaded by an old walnut tree. In autumn the tree produces delicious walnuts that guests can pick and taste fresh.
A short flight of steps leads down to the lawn, furnished with comfortable relaxation areas both in the sun and in the shade of the trees. Among them stands a large plum tree which in spring offers beautiful blossoms and in summer produces its sweet fruit. At the center of the garden there is an old gazebo which, in the late afternoon, becomes the perfect place for a romantic aperitivo while enjoying the sunset over the Chianti hills.
In the lower part of the garden two terraces connected by a stone staircase host the vegetable garden and the orchard. The first terrace is dedicated to the kitchen garden, where seasonal vegetables such as lettuce, radishes, cucumbers and sun-ripened tomatoes are grown. Many of these products are used in the breakfasts served to our guests.
The lower terrace hosts the orchard, with pear, peach, apricot and plum trees selected from traditional Tuscan varieties. All fruits and vegetables are grown using methods allowed in organic farming and fertilized only with compost produced by the property itself.
Many of the fruits produced in the garden – such as walnuts, strawberries, plums and apricots – are used according to the season to prepare homemade cakes served at breakfast.
Even after sunset the garden keeps its charm: soft lighting creates a peaceful atmosphere and allows guests to enjoy relaxing moments outdoors under the starry sky of Badia a Passignano.
