High in the Tuscan hills, surrounded by nothing but olive groves and wide-open views, sits Podere Invidia. A farmhouse restored with care by the founders of Plinius, it is a place where time slows down, the rhythms of Italian life take over, and the rest of the world falls away.
At Ajen, we only share the spaces we’ve truly fallen for. Podere Invidia is one of those rare spots where the hours stretch and you find yourself outside before your first coffee is even finished. There is no rush here. Life centers around the essentials: long walks through the tall grass, slow afternoons by the pool, and tables piled high with food as the light turns gold.
A shared philosophy
Podere Invidia and Ajen find each other in a shared philosophy: that true luxury is found in the honest and the tactile. No unnecessary adornment, just quality you can feel and scent.
"Ajen fits seamlessly into the experience we create here," says Shari, co-founder of Plinius. "The products are honest and infused with soft, natural scents. Everything in this home speaks of simplicity, beauty, and care. It enhances the feeling of coming home. Exactly the attention to space, calm and purity you can find at Podere Invidia.”
Shari - Plinius
The rhythm of the Tuscan hills
The restoration of the farmhouse is a tribute to local tradition, combined with a refined, modern eye for design. With room for 14 guests, this is a home built for gathering: to breathe, laugh, and remember what it feels like to live at a slower pace.
Days at Podere Invidia fill themselves. The morning begins with the scent of rosemary and warm earth. As the sun slowly rises over the hills of Trequanda, the serene bathroom invites you to a moment for yourself. The soft textures and natural fragrances of Ajen fill the space, turning the daily routine into a small ritual of peace.
Space for connection
Whether you seek shade under the pergola, take a dip in the infinity pool overlooking the Val d'Orcia, or retreat into one of the thoughtfully curated rooms, the sense of care is everywhere. It is the attention to small things in combination with the wide Tuscan views that makes a stay here so special.
At Podere Invidia, 'doing nothing' becomes an art form. It is a place that invites you to put away your phone, open your senses, and let the Tuscan rhythm guide you.
