Villa Ardore

Welcome to the romantic Villa Ardore, a magnificent traditional Tuscan estate overlooking the Italian countryside. This magical property offers sumptuous comfort for up to 18 guests in beautiful, unique bedroom suites. Villa Ardore deserves all its accolades for creating a modern, air-conditioned, luxurious estate while retaining all of the charm and splendor of its 15th-century heritage.

The large infinity pool sits comfortably on its stone terrace, surrounded by lovely gardens. The grand façade of the property and its many terraces and balconies are beautifully restored without losing any of the romantic charms of the original edifice.

The balmy aroma of lemon groves, the sweeping vista of vineyards, and the majestic towers of San Gimignano in the distance are just some of the facets of daily life within the Villa Ardore estate.

Another wonderful facet of a vacation in this sublime property is the curated wine cellar providing up to 500 bottles of the finest Italian wines. You will enjoy learning about the wines and choosing the bottles to accompany your delicious dining. There's a gorgeous bar adjacent to the heated infinity pool, where you and your fellow guests can unwind with a cocktail, wine, or refreshing mineral water on tap.

Villa Ardore has another wonderful feature: the Roman Spa. This dedicated space has a sauna, hot tub, steam room, and sensory shower. Guests can add massage and holistic therapies that can be delivered on the terrace. Bliss!

This Villa offers true luxury to guests. The bed linen is high-grade, the mattresses are superior, there are bathrobes, and each suite has blackout blinds. Technologically, the Villa is first-class. You will find WiFi throughout the property, USB ports by each bed, underfloor heating, and sophisticated lighting, ensuring the right settings for each space. In addition, the designers have cleverly disguised TVs as mirrors in some reception rooms, so a 21st-century Smart TV doesn't blight the gorgeous interiors.

There is a large outdoor dining area where you can enjoy preparing fresh pizza in your outdoor pizza oven and assembling gorgeous dishes in your kitchen. After dinner, illuminate your pool area, hit your party playlist, and sip some gorgeous digestif as you watch the pretty lights of the Tuscan hills twinkle in the distance. The comfortable altitude of Villa Ardore guarantees stunning unimpeded views and gentle breezes.

Tuscany is the number one tourist destination in Italy. The quintessential scenery of rolling hills, forests, vineyards, hillside estates, and waving cypresses never fails to woo travelers. There's endless history and art to explore in Florence or Siena, both cities within an hour's drive of your private hideaway at Villa Ardore.

On the trail of Chianti Classico, take a trip on Chiantigiana SR222 from Florence to Siena. You will pass through five famous villages, ie. Greve, Panzano, Radda, Gaiole and Castellina. Your beautiful Tuscan base, Villa Ardore, is just outside Castellina in Chianti.

If you are keen to explore Florence without the hassle of navigating the city traffic, drive for 20 minutes to Poggibonsi and jump on the train. You can enjoy a leisurely visit to Florence, a long lunch, and hop on the train home. It's one of the easier ways to experience this great city.

Villa Ardore is an idyllic property for a family vacation. The space and amenities make this a relaxing and fun place for guests to bond and unwind. In addition to traditional vacations, the Villa provides the perfect space for a memorable Tuscan wedding. Up to 60 guests can mingle and dine at the property, while the main wedding party can stay on site. There's a dedicated professional kitchen for a catering crew to oversee your beautiful wedding dinner. A private studio on the estate is the perfect place for the bridal group to prepare for the onsite celebration.

The team at the Villa can assist in sourcing additional guest accommodations at nearby villas as well as helping with the legalities around your preferred religious or civil ceremony.

Corporate retreats are another welcome facet to life at Villa Ardore. Executives enjoy the luxury and space while they gather for team building or corporate planning getaways. Excellent spaces comfortably accommodate a small workshop and sufficiently powerful WiFi for presentations.

Altogether, Villa Ardore has so much to offer as a luxurious destination. Let us know what you hope to achieve when you visit, and we can guide you.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:
There are eight exquisite bedroom suites, providing accommodation for two guests each. The ninth suite is usually configured as a dedicated office but can easily be set up as a bedroom.
Master Villa Suite: King size bed, divine exposed stone walls and a view across the vineyards to San Gimignano. The ensuite bathroom has a clawfoot bathtub and a separate marble shower. There is a double vanity, WC, and bidet. This master suite has a pretty private terrace.
The Stone Suite: provides double occupancy. This room has a King bed with a beautiful ensuite with a rain shower. There's a lovely terrace overlooking the property.
The Gold Suite: has a private entrance allowing guests easy access to the pool area. This suite has a King bed with a large shower with a seat.
The Antiquities Suite: lives up to its name and has beautiful sculptures, Queen bed, paintings, and light fittings. This suite has a tranquil view of the forest and a marble ensuite with a shower.
The Terrace View Suite: has a Queen bed that can be reconfigured as two singles. This suite has an ensuite and a great view of the central terrace.
The Tuscan View Suite: Queen size bed with a beautiful antique armoire and breathtaking views across the Tuscan countryside. This room has an ensuite bathroom.
The Dependence Fireplace Suite: is a beautiful room with a Queen size bed and gorgeous fireplace. This room has a large shower and a walk-in closet.
The Dependence Master (Honeymoon) Suite:The sizable Master Suite features a King size bed, large room with an ensuite bathroom that has a marble shower with dual shower heads

The Studio Suite: is usually an office space but can be converted into a ninth bedroom. This suite has a dedicated ensuite with a shower. This suite has a separate entrance.

AMENITIES:
• Air Conditioning
• Bedside USB Ports
• Bocce Court
• Vegetable Garden
• Herb Garden
• Estate Chickens
• Chef's Kitchen
• Chef/Butler Available
• Chicken Coop
• Concierge
• Dishwasher
• Fire Pit
• Fireplaces
• Flat Screen TVs
• Fresh Eggs
• Formal Dining For 16+
• Laundry Room
• Media Room
• Private Office Suite
• Outdoor Al Fresco Dining
• Outdoor Furniture
• Outdoor Woodfired Pizza Oven
• Swimming Pool and Poolside Bar
• Roman Spa
• Environmentally Sustainable Towels and Bathrobes
• Luxury French Linens
• Highest Quality Custom Made Beds
• Washer & Dryer
• Waterfall Feature
• Meshed WiFi
• Curated Wine Cellar
• Fully-Stocked Parisian Bar
• Professional Catering Kitchen
• Yoga Area

INCLUDED IN THE RATE:
• Daily catered breakfast, with à la carte options.
• Welcome aperitivo and gift
• Heated pool (1 May - 30 Sept)
• Heating and air conditioning
• Heated spa with whirpool, sensory shower, and sauna
• Deep clean before & after stay
• Daily housekeeping, midweek linen changeover
• Stocked refrigerator/pantry with basic necessities and snacks
• Heated bedroom and bathroom floors in winter
• Pillow menu
• Firewood for pizza oven and fireplace
• Garden herbs and vegetables, daily fresh eggs from estate hens
• Office supplies and printer/scanner
• Meshed Wi-Fi throughout property
• Mosquito screens in all windows
• Villa Ardore toiletries and hair dryer
• Daily private chef in-villa (lunch and dinner), serving a typical Tuscan menu (special menus available at additional cost)
• Personalized welcome and one coordinated group transfer to and from Florence Airport or Santa Maria Novella station, in an air-conditioned, Mercedes Sprinter van, or its equivalent, with an English-speaking driver

ADDITIONAL COSTS 2024 - 2025:
• Pool Heating 1 Oct. through 30 April; Rate = $500/per day
• Private chef daily rate depends on number of guests and preferred menu
• Private driver & van 1.500 €/day per 8 people or portion thereof
• Onsite cooking & pizza classes inquire for price
• Wine cellar selections available for purchase per price list in cellar
• In-villa experiences and excursions available for purchase
• Pet cleaning fee 500 €
• Fine art available for purchase
• Anything not already listed in the included amenities, Inquire for price

LOCATION:
Villa Ardore is situated on a hilltop in divine Tuscany, equidistant from the historic Italian cities of Florence and Siena. This beautiful property has been lovingly upgraded without losing its incredible charm. The warm, golden glow of the natural stone walls blends seamlessly with the traditional hillside estates of the region.

There's so much to experience in Tuscany. Wine tours, day trips to nearby San Gimignano to view its looming towers, Florence for art and architecture, festivals, shopping, hiking, or just sitting on a hillside terrace drinking in the landscapes.

Villa Ardore is the idyllic location for an unforgettable family vacation, destination wedding, or corporate retreat because at the heart of all the experiences within this amazing estate are relaxation, rejuvenation, and joy.

Step into a luxurious and pampering Italian home where the expected modern amenities sit effortlessly with centuries of graceful living. Fall in love with the passionate and romantic qualities of a truly Italian work of art: Villa Ardore!