Maremma glamping estate
The Barberini family farm spreads across hillside olive groves, with stilted safari tents and a restored villa looking toward Elba.
What it’s good at
Notable
An organic hilltop farm stewarded across generations, producing certified Barberini olive oil.
Listed
Mallow-scented pillow menus meet morning breakfast baskets delivered directly to verandas.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Vedetta Relais is situated on a hill, with views of the Maremma countryside stretching to Elba.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The estate looks down over the Gulf of Follonica, and the medieval lanes of Scarlino sit a short drive inland.
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The rooms
Villa suites hold family heirlooms and vintage travel trunks. Down in the olive groves, stilted safari lodges have private verandas.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The hillside pool is built from resin and quartz powder, looking out through the olive groves to the sea.
At the table
Tables on the covered terrace look toward the sea. Evening menus draw on seasonal produce from the organic vegetable garden.
How it began
Anna Barberini left a corporate career to revive her ancestral estate, restoring the historic villa in 2009.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.