Travel & Stay

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Where to Stay

We’ve booked out the Villa Lena property for the nights of Wednesday, October 8th, and Thursday, October 9th. With a total of 60 beds, Villa Lena is a mix of beautiful Rooms & Apartments: San Michele and Fattoria Rooms, located in the hub of the property and recently renovated with a luxurious touch; Villa Renacchi and Casetta Bella, located 10 minutes walking from the historical villa and composed of rooms, apartments and private swimming pools surrounded by the woodland. Room rates range from €100–€150 per person, per night, depending on the room type. Once you RSVP, we’ll get in touch to let you know if there is availability at Villa Lena.

For those staying off campus, there are multiple nearby properties (see below). If you need assistance finding nearby accommodation, feel free to contact us or the Villa Lena events team at eventsteam@villa-lena.it.

Nearby Accomodation

Casa Masi

Farmhouses converted into beautiful guesthouses 20 minutes from Villa Lena. They have three different buildings with various accommodation options. The pool, charming decor, and incredible on-site restaurant make it a wonderful option.

Airbnb Recommendations

If you are interested in an Airbnb, there are a few closeby that would make a great option for large groups or families.

Some of the homes show "unavailable" but if you log in to Airbnb, you can see more information. The link below will list out those options.

Podere San Giorgio

Just a 10 minute drive from Villa Lena. Stay at the medieval villa converted into a charming accommodation nestled in the Italian countryside, featuring a mix of rooms with single and double beds, either with private or shared bathrooms. Podere has an on-site farm-to-table restaurant, cafe, bottega, and wine shop.

Borgo di Colleoli

Just a 15 minute drive from Villa Lena, Borgo di Colleoli is an exclusive historical estate offering more than 50 beautiful apartments located in the heart of Tuscany. This typical Tuscan hamlet is ensconced amidst the famous Tuscan hillsides with two splendid panoramic swimming pools.

Once You're Here

When you're not celebrating with us, there’s plenty to enjoy at Villa Lena and nearby:

Explore Tuscany’s Medieval Towns: Take day trips to San Gimignano, Volterra, and San Miniato.
Outdoor Activities: Stroll through the woodlands
Relax: Simply unwind by the pool, cocktail in hand.

Check out Villa Lena’s full local guide here: Local Tuscany Guide

Before & After the Wedding

If you’re planning to explore Tuscany, there’s no shortage of incredible places nearby:

Tuscan Towns & Villages

Florence (72 km)
Lucca (52 km)
Siena (71 km)

Pisa (52km)

Places of Interest

Ponte Vecchio, Florence
Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence
Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo), Florence
Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze, Florence
Mercato Centrale’s Leather Market, Florence
Walk/Cycle along City Walls, Lucca
Climb Guinigi Tower, Lucca
Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, Lucca
Explore shops on Via Diacceto, Siena
Torre del Mangia, Siena
Santuario di Santa Caterina, Siena
Piazza San Giovanni, Siena
Duomo di Siena, Siena

Restaurants

All’Antico Vinaio, Florence
Trattoria dall'Oste Chianineria, Florence
Osteria Cinghiale Bianco, Florence

Cooking Class via the travelingspoon.com, Florence
Trattoria da Leo, Lucca
Pizzeria da Felice, Lucca
Osteria Permalico, Siena
La Taverna di San Giuseppe, Siena