Fattoria San Martino

Hidden in the peaceful Tuscan countryside, Fattoria San Martino is a true gem for anyone looking to slow down and enjoy honest, nourishing food. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, with kind people who make you feel instantly at home. We stopped for a lunch. The risotto with zucchini, olives, and a drizzle of pure olive oil, absolutely fantastic. The touch of freshly grated lemon zest made it bright and refreshing, the perfect dish for a hot summer day. The quality of the local ingredients really comes through in every bite, and you leave feeling both satisfied and well. A place that truly feeds both body and soul.

Dear Karin and team, we had a wonderful stay at your beautiful place. You can really see the effort put in to create a wonderful experience for your guests. The food was one of the best we ever ate, your intention to raise awareness for plant based food is really inspiring. We had a great time and will come back for sure. Martin e Amelie

This is one of the most special and magical places we have EVER stayed. In the foothills of Montepulciano, with stunning views over the rolling hills - but walkable into town!! Karin and are team are so warm, welcoming and friendly, happy to chat, share local suggestions or just answer your questions about the area or property. Karin is SO cool and has created a beautiful oasis- nothing is ever too much bother to make your experience special. The bonus is her cute dog cosetta that follows her around and comes find you for pats! The food is incredible, although vegetarian, it’s bursting with flavour and made with so much love and attention, some of the best food we ate in Tuscany! Lastly the size of the place makes it feel intimate and all the guests were so friendly, we all chatted and hung out at the pool at dinner which felt special. The natural pool is so gorgeous for a dip after a hot afternoon in the town, Basically stay here, you won’t regret it! I cried when I left because I had such a nice time .

We only came here for dinner but based on the stellar food and atmosphere I absolutely plan on coming back for a stay here. The dinner we had was not only one of the best we had during our trip, it was one of the best meals I've ever had period. I was blown away by the flavors and freshness of the food. And the whole place was so relaxing and beautiful. Can't wait to come back!

In July I spent a week at Mrs. Karin’s property with my family and it was unforgettable. At first we were unsure because there is little online information and the vegan menu gave us pause. Tuscany is famous for its cinghiale and Montepulciano has incredible salumerias just minutes away, so non-vegans will not miss out on local specialties. Still, I highly recommend having at least one dinner with Karin. I am not vegan and I loved every dish she served. The property is stunning and filled with thoughtful details. What makes it truly special is the comfort. Karin understands what luxury means for Americans: strong air conditioning, endless hot water, and spaces designed so you never feel overheated. The natural pool was perfect in the July heat, and the rooms were always relaxing. We traveled with grandparents, adults in our 30s, and a child, and everyone had the best time. Rent small cars to explore the Tuscan towns, then come back for Karin’s pasta class (available upon request) and her charming shop. This is paradise, with comfort, style, and soul. Thank you Karin, I know you will be reading this soon! Thanks for taking care of us and making your house our house!

Hands down one of the most beautiful, and peaceful places my wife and I have ever stayed — and food that is honestly better than Michelin star restaurants we’ve eaten at! We stayed here for a 3 nights, but wish we could have stayed longer. It’s small and quaint, but so, so well designed and thought out. It’s like a more homely and welcoming version of a Soho House. And the food is absolutely outstanding! We were in Tuscany for over a week, and ate at some amazing places — even the 3 Michelin star Osteria Francescana restaurant by Massimo Bottura in Modena. However this was by far the best food we ate, so we came back 2 evenings in a row! I’m not vegetarian (my wife is), but this food is world class by any standards or diet, and it’s just a bonus that anyone can eat here. We seriously cannot recommend staying here enough. The rooms are amazing, the grounds are so peaceful, the pool delightful, and the location just perfect. We’ll be coming back many times in the future!

The most dreamy hotel. Serene setting. Incredible food! Wonderful service. We are so grateful to have visited here!

This is truly one of the greatest restaurants in the world. The views are breathtaking. The grounds are lovely. The building is gorgeous. The food is as fresh as is possible. The service is perfect.

We had an amazing vegan meal - they prepared 5 courses for our table of 6 vegans, and each course was better than the next. Everything was so fresh - so many ingredients straight from their garden. We sat outside and enjoyed an incredible evening! Perfect!!