I am delighted to be back at Casa Debbio. Filippo has done a wonderful job of taking care of the house and garden in our absence over summer.
On my first morning I awoke to mist covering the village below.



It soon cleared to become a glorious sunny day.
On the second morning a golden light appeared, highlighting the beginning of autumn colour.

The garden is beginning to fade after the summer, but it still looks great. The geraniums are still thriving.

 


There are a few tomatoes left on the vines.

We have some kiwi fruit.

The quince tree has produced quite a bit of fruit.

The pink roses at the back of the house are still growing.

Wild goats and deer have chewed off all the roses in front of the house.

Wisteria is growing well over our pergola. It should provide plenty of shade by next summer.





I can’t get enough of the views from Casa Debbio.


 


Soon I will start pruning the 300 lavender plants and several other things that need a trim.
Casa Debbio will be available for rent next year. Please share with anyone who might like to spend some time in the glorious mountains of northern Tuscany. I would like to see someone enjoy a couple of months at the house and experience an authentic Italian village.
Just 100 people live in Vergemoli. It is a pretty village with well kept houses and gardens. There are few foreign visitors, but in summer lots of families return to houses which have been in the family for generations to enjoy the wonderful weather and take part in the summer parties and celebrations. Our guests are invited to join in and are welcomed into this delightful little community.