Little Gem No. 126 | Art, Wine & Maremma

La Maremma è una terra amara venuta dal mare. The Maremma is a land shaped by the sea, and Casa Cometa feels very much a part of it.

Set between Marina di Grosseto and Principina a Mare, this old farmhouse has been in the family for generations. Cousins Chiara and Margherita began reimagining it in 2020, returning to a place full of family memories and rediscovering an old vineyard that would eventually give rise to their wine project, Il Pingro.

Both have backgrounds in design, fashion and the arts, and their influences can be felt throughout the house. First restored in the 1950s and given a new lease of life in 2025, Casa Cometa brings together the character of an old Tuscan home with contemporary design, art and a quietly international outlook.

It is also more than a place to stay. Casa Cometa is a meeting point for artists, chefs, farmers and researchers, with a programme of cultural projects and experiences rooted in the surrounding landscape. Yet the atmosphere remains domestic and welcoming. This is a house to live in, cook in, gather around a table and take your time.

The Space

Spread over two floors and around 400 sqm, the farmhouse has generous proportions, five-metre-high ceilings and large windows that bring the garden into view. Traces of the property's past sit alongside carefully chosen furniture, contemporary design and site-specific artworks.

There is a perfect mix of old and new here. The architecture retains its historical character, while the interiors feel more contemporary without losing the warmth of a lived-in home. Original Tuscan terracotta floors, antique wooden furniture and layered textiles give the rooms a sense of history, with modern comforts making the house work for today's guests.

Casa Cometa can be booked by the room or as a whole house. When staying individually, guests share the communal spaces and become part of the everyday life of the house. Artists and chefs may be around during your stay, and there is sometimes an exhibition, a food gathering or another project taking place. Book the entire house, and it becomes a private setting for a gathering of friends, a family celebration or a retreat.

The Bedrooms

The bedrooms each have their own character, combining antique furnishings with modern beds, luxurious textiles and the original terracotta floors. Nothing feels overly matched; the rooms belong to the same house, but each has its own details.

There are five double bedrooms, including a ground-floor master suite with a king-size bed, fireplace and en-suite bathroom. Upstairs, the rooms mix vintage details, reclaimed wallpaper and antique pieces with contemporary comforts. Some bathrooms are shared, depending on the room you choose, so it is worth checking the individual room details when booking.

Each room is designed for two guests, with an additional day bed available in certain rooms on request. When rented in its entirety, Casa Cometa offers a relaxed base for a group of friends or a family wanting to spend time together without giving up their own space.

The Outdoor Area

The garden is where much of life at Casa Cometa naturally unfolds. Shaded by trees, it has a large outdoor table made for long lunches, dinners under the stars and glasses of wine that turn into another bottle. There are quieter corners too, where you can settle down with a book or simply lie on the grass beneath the pine trees.

The sea breeze, known locally as the Maestrale, moves through the garden, and the light filters softly through the branches. It is easy to imagine spending much of the day outside, returning to the house only when it is time to cook, pour another glass or gather everyone around the table.

The garden also provides the setting for some of Casa Cometa's experiences, from private dinners and wine tastings to yoga sessions and informal pizza gatherings. A private chef, bicycle rental and dog-friendly stays can also be arranged.

Location

Casa Cometa sits within a large agricultural estate in the Maremma, between Marina di Grosseto and Principina a Mare. The surrounding Pineta is one of the area's defining landscapes: a coastal pine forest with shaded paths, fragrant trees and wildlife, including deer, foxes and wild boar.

From the house, you can walk or cycle through the pine forest towards the sea, taking in the changing light and the scents of the Mediterranean vegetation along the way. The coast is close enough to make a day by the water an easy part of your stay, while the surrounding countryside offers plenty to explore by car.

The owners can share a selection of their favourite local addresses and help arrange experiences that connect you with the area. These include wine tastings featuring Il Pingro wines and visits to the family's water buffalo farm and artisanal dairy, where you can meet the animals and taste freshly made buffalo cheeses.

This is a good place for anyone who wants to experience a different side of Tuscany, beyond the hill towns and vineyards most visitors know. Here, the landscape is flatter, wilder and closely tied to agriculture, the pine forest and the sea.

What Makes It So Special

Casa Cometa has a sense of purpose beyond hospitality. It is a family home that has grown into a cultural and agricultural project, bringing together people, ideas, food, art and the surrounding land.

What makes it especially appealing is that these elements feel connected; the old farmhouse, the Il Pingro vineyard, the family dairy and the artistic programme all belong to the same story. You can spend the morning cycling through the pine forest, return for lunch in the garden and finish the day tasting the family's wines.

It is also a house that works in different ways. Come as a couple and book a room, or gather your favourite people and take over the whole place. For a retreat, a celebration or simply a few days of shared meals and time outdoors, Casa Cometa offers something less conventional than a standard holiday rental: the feeling of being welcomed into a living project.

Price Indication

Prices start from €X per night, with rates depending on the room size, season and dates of stay. Casa Cometa can be booked by the room or as an exclusive-use property; please enquire directly for current rates and availability.

Breakfast is included with room stays. Additional experiences, including wine tastings, private lunches and dinners, yoga and visits to the family dairy, can be arranged separately and are subject to availability.

Bookings

For availability, more information or to book directly, click the Availability button above. It will take you straight to the owners.

Nearest train station

Grosseto railway station. From there, a rental car is recommended, both for reaching the house and exploring the surrounding countryside.

Nearest airports

Rome Fiumicino (FCO), Pisa (PSA) and Florence (FLR). All are options for reaching the Maremma, depending on your flight connections. A car is the most convenient way to get to Casa Cometa and make the most of the area.