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Villa Vetrichina, Tuscany

An unforgettable journey through beauty, culture, food and wines of a fascinating land.

December 2024Florence & TuscanyBy Vanessa Bottero5 min read

Villa Vetrichina is located a few steps from the town of San Casciano dei Bagni (in the province of Siena, Tuscany) up a white path through an oak grove. An antique farmhouse built in 1789 fwhich has been rebuilt while retaining all of its original traits, utilizing locally sourced materials and handcrafted furniture. Today the Villa welcomes you to the uncontaminated Tuscan countryside.

The garden and pool of the villa seen through an open window

It offers a total of six cozy double rooms, each with its own private bathroom. Additionally, a smaller room with two single beds for kids or teenagers may be combined with the adjacent double room to create a family suite. The family suite on the ground floor also has private access from the garden, giving it a lot of freedom to move around. The Garden Suite is attached to the villa, but with a separate direct access from the garden.

A living room with a beamed ceiling and pink sofas at the villa
A covered terrace with sofas looking out over the Tuscan countryside

The exclusive restaurant for the guests of the villa and their friends serves seasonal food produced with the freshest ingredients available in Tuscany. The products are sourced directly from carefully selected Tuscan suppliers. In the event that vegetables and fruits are not available in the villa garden, they are collected from local farmers and markets, ensuring freshness and flavor to the table.

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe and a cushioned bed at the villa

One-of-a -kind experiences and activities available in the Villa.

  • Cooking classes
  • Enjoy a fun cooking lesson with Chef Francesco, including two types of homemade pasta, a second course, and tiramisu as dessert. At the end of the lesson, you will enjoy your dinner with the meals you cooked. Wine, water, and bitters are included. Suitable for intolerances, vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free diets, and any food issues. Menus can be agreed upon based on the season and fresh goods available that day.

  • Pizza Parties
  • Pizza baked in a wood oven! A thorough lesson beginning with the dough and ending with dinner. The pizza toppings will be agreed upon by you and the chef.

  • Afternoon for the kids
  • Parents will have the chance to leave their kids with the Villa professional team during the afternoon (upon previous request) so they can make cakes and cookies, giving them a chance to unwind while their kids enjoy cooking sweet things.

  • Massages
  • The Villa provides private massages by appointment, ensuring a relaxing experience for you in an environment dedicated to your peace and quiet.

  • Yoga
  • Enjoy personalized yoga classes on site, by appointment inside the Villa, to find your serenity in total comfort.

  • Private Wine Tastings
  • Enjoy a sophisticated private tasting in the hotel to fully immerse yourself in the captivating world of Tuscan wines. This will enable you to thoroughly and peacefully discover the mysteries of this intriguing region's delectable wines.

Hands shaping filled pasta on a wooden board during a cookery class

Experiences outside the Villa.

  • Guided tours
  • To view Tuscany from a different angle, schedule your bike trip, take a guided walk on one of the surrounding trails, or rent a vespa.

  • Hunting truffles
  • Discover the pleasure of "hunting" truffles, a natural treasure concealed among the roots of Tuscan trees, on an exhilarating journey through centuries-old woods.

  • Pottery classes
  • Engaging pottery lessons allow you to express your creativity by shaping clay and producing one-of-a-kind artwork under the supervision of skilled local artisans.

  • Hot-air balloons
  • Raise your gaze and immerse yourself in the enchantment of a hot air balloon flight over Tuscany's stunning scenery, a feeling that exists somewhere between heaven and earth.

Fresh tagliatelle beside a hand-cranked pasta cutter

The beauty of Tuscany is captivating. Its cities are genuine gems of culture, art, and history. Among the wonders of this region are Florence, Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Arezzo, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano. Every city has a distinct history, along with amazing artwork, stunning architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. However, Tuscany's beauty extends beyond its urban areas; its steep terrain, vineyards, and olive groves encapsulate Italian culture. You may fully immerse yourself in the rich culture and breathtaking beauty of Tuscany by visiting its cities. An experience that will never be forgotten.

A shaded pergola with a long table in the villa's garden

For more information or to book Villa Vetrichina, do not hesitate to send an email to info@zestitalytours.com

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