frequently asked questions
ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY FAQ: AN AUTHENTIC HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE IN THE HEART OF TUSCANY
Discover everything you need to know about One Belvedere Tuscany, our luxury retreat in the heart of Tuscany. Find answers to frequently asked questions about accommodation, location, wellness, dining, wine experiences, activities and reservations.
1. WHAT IS ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
One Belvedere Tuscany is a 50-hectare luxury wellness retreat, regenerative farm and winery in the hills of Castellina in Chianti, Tuscany, between Florence and Siena. It is also recognised with 5 Eco Leaves, the highest level within the EcoWorldHotel certification programme. The private estate includes Chianti Classico vineyards, olive groves, orchards and forested paths, alongside boutique accommodation, holistic wellness experiences and QB Cucina, its vegetarian restaurant. Guests can experience the estate in privacy and tranquillity, surrounded by panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside.
2. WHERE IS ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY LOCATED?
One Belvedere Tuscany is located at Loc. Belvedere 1, 53036 Poggibonsi (SI), Tuscany, Italy, on the hills of Castellina in Chianti, halfway between Florence and Siena. We are just 10mins away from the highway.
3. WHAT IS THE SOUL ALIGNED PHILOSOPHY AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
Soul Aligned is the guiding philosophy created by founder Natacha Fazal-Karim, rooted in oneness and the connection between mind, body, nature and people. It shapes life across the estate, from regenerative farming and holistic wellness to gastronomy and meaningful human connections, creating experiences that feel authentic, grounded and enriching.
4. DOES ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY HAVE A WINERY?
Yes. Belvedere1 Winery is a small, quality-driven winery located within the One Belvedere Tuscany estate. It produces Chianti Classico and Toscana I.G.T. wines through regenerative agriculture and minimal-intervention winemaking. More information is available at belvedere1.it.
5. WHAT KIND OF ACCOMMODATION DOES ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY OFFER?
One Belvedere Tuscany offers boutique accommodations that balance refined comfort with natural elegance, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. Stays are designed as a sanctuary for renewal, balance, and a deeper connection to nature. More information is available at https://onebelvedere.com/stay/
6. IS THERE A RESTAURANT AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
Yes. QB Cucina is the estate’s fine-dining vegetarian restaurant, led by Chef Federico Viti. Its menus use ingredients from the estate’s own gardens, vineyards, and trusted local producers, guided by a zero-waste philosophy.
7. CAN YOU GET MARRIED OR HOST EVENTS AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
Yes. One Belvedere Tuscany hosts weddings, intimate celebrations, and meaningful milestones across its 200-year-old estate, with dedicated spaces for ceremonies and receptions set against the Tuscan landscape.
8. WHAT EXPERIENCES DOES ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY OFFER?
The estate offers wine tour & tastings, walking tour, tuffle hunting, helicopter tour, cooking classes, yoga, Tibetan sound healing, mindfulness including workshops like paint & sip, olive oil tasting & crystal therapy. More information available at https://onebelvedere.com/wellness-retreat-tuscany
9. WHAT IS REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
One Belvedere Tuscany practices regenerative agriculture inspired by Japanese farmer Masanobu Fukuoka and holistic management pioneer Allan Savory. By restoring soil health and nurturing biodiversity, the estate works in harmony with the land to protect Tuscany’s natural heritage for future generations.
10. HOW FAR IS ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY FROM FLORENCE AND SIENA?
One Belvedere Tuscany sits roughly halfway between Florence and Siena on the hills of Castellina in Chianti. Just 10 min from the highway, you can reach easily Siena in 30 min and Florence in 45 min.
11. HOW DO I BOOK A STAY AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY?
Stays can be booked through the official website at onebelvedere.com, or by phone at +39 333 1977742. The estate also offers a newsletter with seasonal stories and sustainability insights.
12. WHAT MAKES ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY UNIQUE?
One Belvedere Tuscany combines a private 200-year-old estate, a 50-hectare regenerative farm and winery, holistic wellness, boutique hospitality and QB Cucina, its vegetarian restaurant. Recognised with 5 Eco Leaves by EcoWorldHotel, it offers privacy, panoramic Tuscan views, an on-site helipad and a strategic location between Florence and Siena, all shaped by founder Natacha Fazal-Karim’s Soul Aligned philosophy.
“EVERY STAY AT ONE BELVEDERE TUSCANY IS SHAPED BY NATURE, AUTHENTIC HOSPITALITY AND THE SPIRIT OF TUSCANY.”
Discover a place to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience Tuscany in an authentic way.