VILLA POGGIANO
Intimate historic relais. Antique furniture, travertine bathrooms, Italian formal garden, and a 1930s rationalist-era pool. Elegant but not stiff. The owner lives on the property.
Book the Poggiano Luxury Suite if you want the noble-floor rooms in the original villa — they're the most historically atmospheric
Why It Matters
Registered in Italy's Register of Historic Houses of Excellence. The standout travertine pool, reportedly designed by architect Enrico del Debbio (who also designed Rome's Foro Italico), is surrounded by statues and fountains and is one of the most distinctive pools in the region. Entirely adults-only, privacy is baked into the DNA here — gated estate with access passes for guests.
An 18th-century aristocratic villa sitting on 6 hectares of parkland above the Val d'Orcia, just 2km from Montepulciano's medieval center. Family-run by the Savini family, it's adults-only with 14 units — 3 rooms and 11 suites — spread across the historic main villa and garden annexes. No restaurant on-site, but a generous complimentary breakfast sets the tone each morning. The whole place feels like staying in a private home, not a hotel.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Classic Room
Located in the main historic villa, this room has classic style with antique furniture. The large window overlooks the formal Italian garden and the historic travertine pool. One of only two room-category units in the main building.
Classic Room Country View
Two classic rooms in a separate annex building on the estate grounds. Countryside-facing, with views over cornfields, vineyards, and olive groves of the Val d'Orcia. Independent-feel setting.
Poggiano Luxury Suite
Two suites positioned on the noble floor of the historic 18th-century villa — the most elevated and historically significant rooms in the property. The best address in the house for guests who want the full palazzo experience.
Suite
Multiple suites spread across different parts of the estate. Some occupy the historic villa with a classic atmosphere, while others are in garden annexes with independent entrances and Val d'Orcia countryside views. Each suite is distinct in layout and furnishing.
Superior Room
Two superior rooms available. One is on the ground floor of the main villa with garden views and a large queen bed with travertine walk-in shower bathroom. The second is in a garden annex with an independent entrance and open countryside views — queen bed or twin on request.
The Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Live concerts staged at Villa Poggiano. Program varies by season — check the villa's website for upcoming events.
Tuesday evenings at the villa for groups of 4–8 guests. Classes start at 5pm and involve preparing traditional Tuscan dishes with the chef, ending with dinner. Alternative formats include a private-home class with an English-speaking local host (Mon–Fri, 10am or 5pm) and a class at a local cheese farm.
Visit to a nearby family-run olive oil mill for an explanation of production, a tasting lesson, and actual oil tasting. Cooking class at the mill available on request.
Several formats: private tasting at the villa with a small producer; guided visits to regional wineries with reservations handled by the villa; half- or full-day private driver tours to multiple wineries; or small-group wine lover tours with pickup and drop-off at the villa (6–8 hours, departing around 9am).
E-bikes with assisted pedalling available through partner companies, ranging from simple rentals to guided tours. Private guided tours can be arranged.
Rent a Ferrari 458, 488 Spider, or Ferrari California Turbo for a day. Can be arranged for anniversaries, birthdays, or marriage proposals. Option to join a tour with former Ferrari drivers.
Flight over the entire Val d'Orcia in an Airbus AS350 (capacity: 5 passengers + pilot, air-conditioned), with a stop in Montalcino for a tour and Brunello wine tasting at a prestige winery.
Guided horseback riding through the Tuscan fields. Expert guidance included for those new to riding.
Guided art workshop in the Tuscan countryside. Guests create a unique piece on fabric to take home, led by a resident artist. Designed as a sensory and creative group experience.
Daily personalized photography workshops for amateurs and professionals, led by professional photographer Alfredo (formerly based in the USA and UK). Runs as a tour through the Tuscan landscape.
Exclusive dinner at the villa prepared by a private chef with a bespoke seasonal menu. Available for groups of minimum 6 guests, reserved exclusively for in-house guests.
Private guided quad tours through the Tuscan countryside, approximately 3 hours. Led by qualified staff through unexpected landscapes and viewpoints.
Two-hour guided truffle hunt with expert hunters and their dogs, available daily on request. On Fridays at 11:30am, a 'Gourmet Friday' format adds a light truffle lunch and wine tasting at a local cellar.
125cc Vespas for day hire — carries two people. Helmets, gloves, and suggested itineraries provided by the rental company. Private guided Vespa tours also available. Must be 18+ to ride.
Half- or full-day guided walking tours in the Tuscan countryside with an experienced guide. Choice of difficulty from easy strolls to demanding hikes.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Can accommodate up to 50 people for corporate events, meetings, or conferences. Latest technology available. Requires advance booking with direct enquiry.
Free WiFi throughout the property. Internet point also available in the lobby.
Full concierge handling restaurant bookings, private tour organisation, winery reservations, airport transfers, car rentals, and special event planning.
Traditional Italian garden with geometric box hedges, century-old cypress trees, small rose gardens, and ornamental plants. Surrounds the main villa and pool area.
A remarkable rationalist-era pool built in the 1930s, decorated with statues and fountains. Attributed to architect Enrico del Debbio (designer of Rome's Foro Italico). Seasonal, adults-only. Sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas provided. Pool and beach towels included.
Strictly adults-only throughout the property, including the pool.
Air conditioning in all rooms and suites. Heating available in colder months. Note: both cannot run simultaneously — seasonal changeover at management's discretion.
Free private parking on site. No reservation needed. Accessible parking available. Gated estate with guest access passes provided.
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