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Borgo Villa Certano

Siena, Tuscany

Borgo Villa Certano

A historic neoclassical villa and agricultural estate just minutes from Siena, offering exclusive stays, intimate weddings, and private events surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and centuries-old Tuscan countryside.

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Overview

About Borgo Villa Certano

Borgo Villa Certano is a historic property located just a few minutes from the centre of Siena, immersed in the Tuscan countryside. The estate of Certano includes the main neoclassical villa with its elegant terraced garden and lemon house, seven country houses once inhabited by farmhands, a yoga hall, a winery, the ancient 13th-century Romanesque Church of Saint Michael Archangel, a porch with an old well, a wood-burning oven, and a park with majestic secular trees. The property is also an active agricultural business producing extra virgin olive oil and Chianti wine. A timeless setting where history, landscape and privacy coexist in perfect balance, offering an authentic and elegant backdrop for exclusive stays, weddings and private events.

Max Guests

Exclusive Use

Yes

Highlights

Key Features

  • Minutes from the Centre of Siena
  • Exclusive Use of the Entire Estate
  • 13th-Century Romanesque Church for Ceremonies
  • Historic Frescoed Halls for Indoor Receptions
  • Panoramic Gardens, Vineyards and Olive Groves
  • Main Villa with 3 En-Suite Bedrooms
  • 7 Country House Apartments (up to 26 guests)
  • Active Chianti Wine and Olive Oil Producer
  • Yoga Hall and Ancient Limestone Wine Cellar
  • Outdoor Music Permitted Until Midnight
  • Indoor Music Until 3–4am (additional fee)
  • Private and Authentic Atmosphere
  • Tailor-Made Event Design

Heritage

A Living Monument to Italian History

The Villa of Certano was built in neoclassical style and is recognised as one of the most beautiful holiday homes in Siena. Situated in a panoramic position, it dominates the hill of the Costa al Pino plateau, overlooking a landscape shaped by centuries of agricultural life. The estate has long been an active working farm, producing Chianti wine and extra virgin olive oil, with its rural character preserved in the seven country houses that once served as farmhand quarters.

Exclusive Use

The Exclusive Experience

Borgo Villa Certano offers exclusive use of the entire property — the Main Villa, all seven country house apartments, the 13th-century Romanesque church, the frescoed halls, the yoga hall, the ancient cellar, the gardens, and the surrounding grounds. This ensures complete privacy for your celebration and allows you to design each moment on a fully tailor-made basis. The estate's intimate atmosphere, flexible layout, and strong connection to the land make it ideal for those seeking an authentic and elegant Tuscan experience, just minutes from Siena.

What's Included

  • Exclusive use of the entire estate and grounds
  • Main Villa (3 bedrooms, frescoed halls, terraced garden)
  • All 7 borgo country house apartments (up to 26 guests)
  • Outdoor gardens and panoramic grounds
  • 13th-century Romanesque Church of Saint Michael Archangel
  • Yoga hall
  • Ancient limestone wine cellar
  • Porch with old well and wood-burning oven
  • Park with secular trees
  • Complete privacy throughout the stay

Spaces

Event Spaces & Capacities

Event Space Cocktail Seated Dinner Buffet Ceremony

Outdoor Gardens & Grounds

The property offers several outdoor spaces ideal for ceremonies, aperitifs, dinners and events. Panoramic gardens, areas in front of the Main Villa, and spaces surrounding the borgo and the chapel allow for multiple layout options, while always preserving the natural elegance and harmony of the setting.

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Frescoed Halls (Main Villa Ground Floor)

The frescoed halls of the Main Villa, located on the ground floor, are among the most distinctive features of the property. These historic interiors are ideal for elegant receptions and serve as a prestigious indoor alternative in case of inclement weather, without compromising the atmosphere of the event.

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Church of Saint Michael Archangel

A 13th-century Romanesque church on the estate, available for ceremonies. This ancient place of worship adds a deeply historical and intimate ceremonial setting, unique among Tuscan wedding venues.

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Main Villa

The Main Villa represents the heart of the property. It features elegant historic interiors, frescoed halls and refined spaces filled with natural light. The villa includes a fully equipped kitchen, a historic dining room, decorated living rooms and direct access to the private terraced garden, overlooking the Tuscan countryside. The sleeping area consists of two double bedrooms and one single bedroom, all with en-suite bathrooms.

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Experiences

Curated Experiences

  • Private chefs and catering (via external professionals)
  • Wine tastings from the estate's own Chianti production
  • Yoga sessions (dedicated yoga hall on-site)
  • Massage treatments
  • Bespoke activities and experiences connected to the local territory
  • Tour of the estate including frescoed halls, Romanesque church and ancient limestone cellar
  • All services arranged upon request and tailored to guest preferences

Location

Getting Here

Address

Str. di Certano, 24 – 53100 Siena (SI), Italy

Travel Times

Siena City Centre
A few minutes by car
Costalpino (local services)
5 min
Florence
75 km / approx. 1h 15 min
Florence Airport (Peretola)
80 km / approx. 1h 20 min
Pisa Airport
130 km / approx. 1h 30 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport
240 km / approx. 2h 30 min
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Nearby Experiences

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Borgo Villa Certano located?

Borgo Villa Certano is located at Strada di Certano, 24, just a few minutes by car from the centre of Siena. The nearest local village of Costalpino offers everyday services including a bar, supermarket, pharmacy and more.

Is exclusive use available?

Yes. The entire estate is available for exclusive use, including the Main Villa, all seven borgo apartments, the Romanesque church, the frescoed halls, the yoga hall, the ancient cellar, and all outdoor spaces. This ensures complete privacy for your event.

Is there a chapel on-site for ceremonies?

Yes. The estate has a 13th-century Romanesque Church of Saint Michael Archangel, offering a rare and genuinely historic setting for ceremonies within the grounds.

How many guests can stay overnight?

The seven borgo country house apartments together accommodate up to 26 guests. The Main Villa provides additional accommodation across two double bedrooms and one single bedroom, all with en-suite bathrooms.

What are the music restrictions?

Outdoor music is permitted until midnight. Indoor music can continue until 3:00–4:00 am, subject to an additional fee — offering considerably more flexibility for late-night celebrations than many Tuscan venues.

What services and experiences are available?

Stays and events can be enhanced with a selection of services and experiences organised with external professionals, including private chefs and catering, wine tastings from the estate's own Chianti production, yoga sessions in the dedicated yoga hall, massage treatments, and bespoke local activities. All services are arranged upon request.

Is this suitable for corporate events and retreats?

Yes. The property is available for private and corporate events including celebrations, retreats, exclusive dinners, meetings and bespoke gatherings. Each event is designed according to specific needs, number of guests and duration.

What makes Borgo Villa Certano special?

It is a genuinely working agricultural estate producing its own Chianti wine and extra virgin olive oil, with a 13th-century Romanesque church, frescoed neoclassical interiors, a yoga hall, an ancient limestone cellar, and panoramic grounds — all just minutes from Siena. It offers authentic Tuscan character without compromise, and late-night music flexibility rare for the region.

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