One Belvedere Tuscany And Locanda Le Piazze: A New Standard For Eco-Conscious Travel

15 Settembre 2026

Vita Sostenibile

Eco-conscious travel in Tuscany is evolving beyond simple promises. At One Belvedere Tuscany and Locanda Le Piazze, sustainability is integrated into hospitality through regenerative agriculture, mindful gastronomy, responsible design, measurable environmental practices, and a shared commitment to the land. Together, the two properties offer travelers a refined way to experience Tuscany while remaining attentive to resources, local communities, and future generations.

One Belvedere Tuscany is a 50-hectare eco-conscious sanctuary in Castellina in Chianti, while Locanda Le Piazze is a historic 20-room luxury boutique hotel nearby. Both reflect founder Natacha Fazal-Karim’s belief that beautiful spaces can also be responsible, thoughtful, and connected to nature.

What Makes Eco-Conscious Travel Meaningful in Tuscany?

Meaningful eco-conscious travel is not defined by a single feature. It comes from how a property farms, sources food, manages energy and water, selects materials, handles waste, supports local producers, and measures environmental impact.

At One Belvedere Tuscany, regenerative and permaculture principles guide the agricultural approach. The estate includes vineyards, olive groves, orchards, vegetable gardens, forests, and agricultural land managed with respect for biodiversity and soil health. The philosophy is to work with nature rather than against it, preserving Tuscany’s natural heritage while creating experiences rooted in the land.

This approach extends to hospitality. Water-saving systems, low-drip irrigation, rainwater collection, LED lighting, energy-efficient appliances, biodegradable cleaning products, composting, recycled and eco-responsible materials, and charging stations for electric and hybrid vehicles all form part of the estate’s sustainability practices.

How One Belvedere Tuscany Builds Eco-Conscious Travel Through Food and Farming

Food is central to the experience because sourcing connects hospitality directly to agriculture. At QB Cucina, more than 80% of ingredients come from the estate or trusted organic producers in the region. At Tavola Le Piazze, formerly known as Tavola di Guido, located at Locanda Le Piazze, the figure is 60%.

Seasonality is equally important. Ingredients are sourced from the estate’s gardens and nearby farms, while local producers help maintain a close relationship between cuisine, place, and regional livelihoods. This approach supports shorter supply chains and allows menus to follow the rhythms of Tuscany.

For guests, the result is practical and immediate. A meal becomes part of a broader system that includes soil, biodiversity, local sourcing, responsible production, and culinary care. Wine, olive oil, vegetables, honey, and other ingredients are not treated as separate details. They are part of an interconnected hospitality experience shaped by the landscape.

Eco-Conscious Travel Supported by Measurable Accountability

One of the strongest elements of this model is measurement. In 2023, One Belvedere Tuscany, Locanda Le Piazze, and Tavola Le Piazze partnered with Azzera to conduct a carbon footprint analysis aligned with the GHG Protocol. The assessment covered Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.

This matters because environmental responsibility becomes more credible when it can be evaluated. Measuring direct emissions, electricity use, procurement, commuting, water, and waste helps identify where impact is concentrated and where future improvements can be made.

The analysis also showed the importance of looking beyond visible guest-facing initiatives. Procurement represented the largest share of measured emissions, demonstrating why supply chains, purchasing choices, and operational decisions are essential parts of sustainable hospitality.

One Belvedere Tuscany has also received 5 Eco Leaves from EcoWorld Hotel in 2026, alongside several environmental and wine-related certifications that support its sustainability commitments.

A Shared Hospitality Philosophy Between Two Tuscan Properties

One Belvedere Tuscany and Locanda Le Piazze offer different expressions of the same broader philosophy. One is rooted in a regenerative farm, winery, holistic wellness, and rural hospitality. The other is a historic boutique hotel that extends the experience with the same sense of care, calm, and refinement.

Their connection is practical as well as philosophical. Locanda Le Piazze is only five minutes from One Belvedere Tuscany and can extend accommodation for larger gatherings. Tavola Le Piazze also reflects the shared commitment to local sourcing and thoughtful gastronomy.

The result is a wider hospitality ecosystem in which guests can experience Tuscany through nature, food, wellness, design, and responsible choices without separating comfort from environmental awareness.

This shared direction also gives guests a coherent understanding of sustainability. Farming practices, restaurant sourcing, accommodation, wellness, and resource management are experienced as connected choices. Instead of asking travelers to compromise on comfort, the properties show how considered luxury can develop alongside environmental responsibility.

One Belvedere Tuscany and Locanda Le Piazze present eco-conscious travel as a complete hospitality approach rather than a marketing label. Regenerative agriculture, local sourcing, water and energy stewardship, responsible materials, measurable emissions, and thoughtful guest experiences work together within one connected vision.

For travelers seeking Tuscany with greater purpose, the model offers a clear standard: refined hospitality can respect the land, support local systems, and remain accountable for its impact.

Discover One Belvedere Tuscany and explore a more mindful way to ospitalità, dine, reconnect, and experience the heart of Chianti.