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The wood pile
At Il Poggiolo we heat a lot by wood. In summer the pile looks like this, but by the end of winter it has almost disappeared!
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
The "strada bianca" (dirt road) to Mercatale
Flanked on one side by cypress tress and on the other by olives, this road to Mercatale has some of the...
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
Red winter berries
This plant bore bright red berries for the first time this year. With a dusting of snow it made a perfect picture for the holiday season.
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
Spring flowers
A pear tree and daffodils bloom in unison in early Spring.
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
Winter view from Il Poggiolo
This photo captures the snow-dusted landscape, as well as the medieval tower of Galatrona (12th century)...
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
Winter view from Il Poggiolo
The garden cypresses frame the neighbouring farm in a dramatic winter landscape.
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Uploaded on Jan 9, 2010
Casa Colonica window
Framed by potted mulberry trees, the arched window looks out on the side garden, towards the Appennine mountains and the Valdarno
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
The Fienile from ..... above !!
This vertiginous picutre was taken from a crane, when a new chimney was put into our kitchen for a wood-burning stove.
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
The Fienile viewed from the corner of the Casa Colonica
This photo was taken in the very early morning, just as the sun was beginning to rise. It shows both...
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Afternnon shadows in Casa Colonica Garden
As the sun moves around to the west, the shadows legthen and the view over the Tuscan hills becomes tinged with gold.
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Inscription on Landmark Stone
This landmark stone, which welcomes you at the beginning of Il Poggiolo's driveway, is affectionately referred to as Allen's "menhir."
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Il Poggiolo on an October day
You can see the landmark stone hwere it flanks the entrance to the driveway. In the background, other...
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Landmark stone at the entrance to Il Poggiolo land
As you come up the hill towards Poggiolo, you will turn LEFT right after this stone marker, onto the...
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
October Turkey on the way to Mercatale Valdarno
I kept trying to get the turkey from the front, but he obviously thought I was a menace, and obstinately showed me his tail feathers.
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Poggiolo Tuscany - the Veranda
Late afternoon sun on the Veranda windows. In winter this room is wonderfully warm and sunny, great for...
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Uploaded on Oct 26, 2009
Child's crib
A sturdy wooden crib can be assembled in any bedroom for a baby or toddler. This crib was first occupied...
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Uploaded on Mar 2, 2009
Casa Colonica sitting room
The sitting room has books in several languages, especially guide books and cook books. The toy chest contains a Playmobil Pirate ship and castle.
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Uploaded on Mar 2, 2009
September at Il Poggiolo
A spontaneous bush of Four O'clocks has sprung up outside the owner's front door. It greets guests as they arrive with a burst of vibrant colour.
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Uploaded on Mar 2, 2009
Il Poggiolo: the Casa Colonica
Il Poggiolo: The Fienile
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