We are located in Tuscany, in the famous geographical area of Chianti Classico, which develops between the provinces of Florence and Siena. The locality of Badia a Montemuro, now included in the municipality of Radda in Chianti, sees its first settlements around the second half of the year 1000, with the birth of two monasteries dedicated to S. Michele and S. Pietro. From the latter was born the Abbey of S. Pietro, consecrated in 1058, where the Camaldolese monks settled.
Between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries the village acquires a certain strategic importance, also due to the dominant geographical position (we are at 700 m a.s.l.). In spite of itself, the village of La Badia becomes the scene of numerous armed conflicts, following which it is nicknamed "La Badiaccia", due to the state of architectural neglect in which it lived.
Following the definitive dissolution of the monasteries in 1616, the presence of La Badia in historical texts is reduced, making room for a quiet residential development. Today, Badia a Montemuro is considered one of the most picturesque villages in Chianti, as well as being known for the rich biodiversity of the surrounding woods.
The volumes that make up the house find space in what was once the left arm of the transept of the Abbey of S. Pietro, together with some buildings connected to the ancient monastery. The genesis of the renovation project dates back to 2000, the year in which the Ghelardi Family decided to give new splendour to the ruins, with the aim of creating a building with an original character, which combines the function of historical documentation with the comfort of a contemporary environment. Architect Riccardo Butini is in charge of the designs, accompanying the family on a long planning and administrative journey.
The works for the restoration and expansion of the ruins began in 2003 and saw the use of specialised workers and modern construction techniques, which made it possible to achieve the result that is perceived today by entering the House: a space full of history, with an authentic and refined flavour, created to convey a sense of peace to the guests who live there. Values that probably the same space embodied 950 years earlier for the patrons of the time.
Today, L'Abbazia is a modern and exclusive accommodation, suitable for a large audience of travellers. The Ghelardi family still takes care of the management, which is carried out personally according to the principles of attention, discretion and cordiality. The house has 2 double bedrooms with private bathroom and can accommodate up to 4 people. It features a kitchen with fireplace, terraces, swimming pool, private garden, barbecue, fast internet connection and parking space.
L'Abbazia is a unique architectural space of its kind, as evidenced by numerous mentions in various awards dedicated to architecture. Walking inside the house it is possible to read an ancient and fascinating history on its walls, and at the same time take advantage of environments and equipment of great comfort and exclusivity. A place where anyone – single, couple or family – can find their peace away from the modern frenzy.
We are located in Tuscany, in the famous geographical area of Chianti Classico, which develops between the provinces of Florence and Siena. The locality of Badia a Montemuro, now included in the municipality of Radda in Chianti, sees its first settlements around the second half of the year 1000, with the birth of two monasteries dedicated to S. Michele and S. Pietro. From the latter was born the Abbey of S. Pietro, consecrated in 1058, where the Camaldolese monks settled.
Between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries the village acquires a certain strategic importance, also due to the dominant geographical position (we are at 700 m a.s.l.). In spite of itself, the village of La Badia becomes the scene of numerous armed conflicts, following which it is nicknamed "La Badiaccia", due to the state of architectural neglect in which it lived.
Following the definitive dissolution of the monasteries in 1616, the presence of La Badia in historical texts is reduced, making room for a quiet residential development. Today, Badia a Montemuro is considered one of the most picturesque villages in Chianti, as well as being known for the rich biodiversity of the surrounding woods.
The volumes that make up the house find space in what was once the left arm of the transept of the Abbey of S. Pietro, together with some buildings connected to the ancient monastery. The genesis of the renovation project dates back to 2000, the year in which the Ghelardi Family decided to give new splendour to the ruins, with the aim of creating a building with an original character, which combines the function of historical documentation with the comfort of a contemporary environment. Architect Riccardo Butini is in charge of the designs, accompanying the family on a long planning and administrative journey.
The works for the restoration and expansion of the ruins began in 2003 and saw the use of specialised workers and modern construction techniques, which made it possible to achieve the result that is perceived today by entering the House: a space full of history, with an authentic and refined flavour, created to convey a sense of peace to the guests who live there. Values that probably the same space embodied 950 years earlier for the patrons of the time.
Today, L'Abbazia is a modern and exclusive accommodation, suitable for a large audience of travellers. The Ghelardi family still takes care of the management, which is carried out personally according to the principles of attention, discretion and cordiality. The house has 2 double bedrooms with private bathroom and can accommodate up to 4 people. It features a kitchen with fireplace, terraces, swimming pool, private garden, barbecue, fast internet connection and parking space.
L'Abbazia is a unique architectural space of its kind, as evidenced by numerous mentions in various awards dedicated to architecture. Walking inside the house it is possible to read an ancient and fascinating history on its walls, and at the same time take advantage of environments and equipment of great comfort and exclusivity. A place where anyone – single, couple or family – can find their peace away from the modern frenzy.
