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Villa di Geggiano
18th-century National Heritage villa in Chianti Classico. Historic family estate since 1527 with original furnishings, private chapel, organic winery, and Sienese skyline views.
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Some venues tell you about history.
Villa di Geggiano lets you step inside it and live there.
Six kilometers northeast of Siena, surrounded by the legendary vineyards of Chianti Classico, this National Heritage site has been home to the Bianchi Bandinelli family since 1527—nearly five centuries of one family tending the same land, pressing the same grapes, welcoming guests into rooms where the wallpaper, furniture, and hand-painted motifs remain exactly as they were designed in 1786.
That year, two noble Sienese families—the Bianchi Bandinelli and the Chigi—united in marriage, and to mark the occasion, they transformed the 14th-century villa into the elegant neoclassical masterpiece you see today.
Every detail was considered: imported French wallpapers, Toile de Jouy fabrics, decorative painting designed to complement rather than compete.
The result is a villa that doesn't merely look historic—it breathes history, preserved not as museum exhibit but as living family home.
Your celebration unfolds across enchanting gardens designed for exactly this purpose: the romantic Walled Herb Garden framing ceremonies with Siena's towers on the horizon, the picturesque Open-Air Theatre providing natural amphitheater seating, the lawns transforming into candlelit dinner settings under Tuscan stars.
The private chapel—built in 1768 specifically to celebrate a family wedding—continues that tradition, welcoming up to 30 guests for intimate vows.
And throughout it all, the estate's organic wines flow freely, pressed from vines that have grown here for generations.
Max Guests
180
Exclusive Use
Yes
Key Features
| National Heritage Site (18th Century) |
| Bianchi Bandinelli Family Estate Since 1527 |
| Original 1786 Furnishings & Decorations |
| Private Chapel Built 1768 for Weddings |
| Chianti Classico Location (6km from Siena) |
| Estate-Produced Organic Wines |
| Licensed for Civil Ceremonies |
| Exclusive Use of Villa & Grounds |
| 10 On-Site Guest Accommodations |
| Walled Herb Garden with Siena Views |
| Historic Open-Air Theatre |
| 18th-Century Ballroom |
| Garden Pavilion with Private Jacuzzi |
| Capacity up to 180 Guests (Outdoor) |
| 20+ Years Wedding Experience |
A Living Monument to Italian History
Villa di Geggiano's foundations date to the 14th century, when the original structure rose among Chianti's rolling hills.
But its current character—the elegant neoclassical façade, the exquisite interior decoration, the carefully planned gardens—emerged from a single transformative moment in 1786.
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Exclusive Use Experience
Exclusive use of Villa di Geggiano transforms this National Heritage site into your private Tuscan estate for a minimum of two nights.
All five suites—three in the historic villa preserving original 18th-century décor, two in the contemporary Garden Pavilion with private Jacuzzi—accommodate 10 overnight guests in exceptional comfort.
Your celebration choreography is entirely yours to design: intimate vows in the 1768 chapel for 30 closest family, ceremony for 180 in the Walled Herb Garden framed by Siena's towers, cocktails on the lawns as Chianti sun sets, dinner either al fresco under marquees or in the 18th-century ballroom for smaller gatherings, and dancing in spaces where the Bianchi Bandinelli family has celebrated for five centuries.
The estate's organic wines—pressed from vines cultivated here since 1527—flow throughout.
With over 20 years' wedding experience, the villa's team orchestrates seamless coordination with Tuscany's finest caterers, florists, and service providers, while you and your closest guests enjoy the privilege of waking in rooms where French wallpapers and hand-painted motifs have witnessed nearly 250 years of Italian history.
Additional guest accommodation is easily arranged with carefully selected hospitality partners 10-15 minutes away, with shuttle coordination ensuring everyone arrives together.
The result: authentic Italian aristocratic living, not as museum visit but as your temporary home.
Exclusive access to entire villa and estate grounds
All 5 suites (10-guest on-site accommodation capacity)
Villa's historic salons, dining rooms, and reception areas
Walled Herb Garden with Siena skyline views
Open-Air Theatre and surrounding lawns
Private chapel (built 1768) for ceremonies
Garden Pavilion with private Jacuzzi
Daily cleaning service throughout stay
Generous breakfast served in historic rooms
Internal wedding planning coordination (20+ years experience)
Access to curated catering partner network
Estate-produced organic wine service
Civil ceremony licensing and coordination
Complete privacy across entire property
Minimum 2-night weekend rental
Flexible event timing and multi-day celebrations
Event Spaces & Capacities
Distinct spaces, each offering unique ambiance for your celebration
| Event Space | Cocktail | Seated Dinner | Buffet | Ceremony |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walled Herb Garden The romantic heart of Villa di Geggiano's outdoor spaces—a walled garden where aromatic herbs perfume the air and Siena's medieval towers frame the horizon. This intimate enclosure creates natural ceremony seating while offering that iconic Tuscan view: rolling Chianti hills stretching toward the city's unmistakable skyline. The walls provide both privacy and atmosphere, making this the estate's most requested ceremony location. | 180 | - | - | 180 |
| Open-Air Theatre A picturesque natural amphitheater that serves triple duty throughout your celebration: ceremony space, dinner location, and dance floor under stars. The theatre's gentle slope creates perfect viewing for vows, while the adjacent lawn accommodates marquee installations for larger dinner receptions. As night falls and dinner concludes, this same space transforms into your party venue—no transitions, no relocations, just seamless flow from one moment to the next. | 180 | 180 | - | 180 |
| Villa Front Lawn The expansive lawn directly facing the villa's neoclassical façade offers maximum flexibility for larger celebrations. Here, marquees can be beautifully arranged to host dinner and after-parties for up to 180 guests, with the villa's elegant architecture providing stunning backdrop for photographs throughout the day and evening. | 180 | 180 | 180 | 180 |
| Historic Ballroom Located on the villa's first floor, the ballroom preserves its original 18th-century decorations—hand-painted motifs, period wallpapers, antique furnishings arranged exactly as they've been for centuries. For intimate receptions of up to 60 guests, this space delivers unparalleled elegance: dinner surrounded by authentic aristocratic grandeur, followed by dancing in the reception rooms below. Weather becomes irrelevant when your backup plan looks like this. | 80 | 60 | 60 | - |
| Ground Floor Reception Rooms Elegant lounge areas on the villa's ground floor provide sophisticated spaces for cocktail receptions during inclement weather, or for post-dinner dancing when dinner is hosted in the ballroom above. Original period furnishings and decorations create atmosphere that modern venues simply cannot replicate. | 80 | - | 60 | - |
| Private Chapel (1768) Built in 1768 specifically to celebrate a family wedding, this private chapel continues welcoming couples into its centuries-old tradition. Intimate and deeply personal, it accommodates up to 30 guests for sacred ceremonies within the estate grounds—no need to coordinate timing with external churches, no strangers observing your vows. The chapel exists purely for moments like yours, consecrated ground that's also completely private. | - | 30 | - | 30 |
World-Class Facilities
Five-star amenities designed for relaxation and enrichment
Historic Villa Suites
Three luxury suites located in the Piano Nobile (main villa's noble floor), each preserving original 18th-century décor, wallpapers, and furnishings while incorporating modern comforts: independent climate control, walk-in showers, bathtubs, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
These aren't themed rooms attempting period atmosphere—they're the actual historic chambers, carefully maintained.
Garden Pavilion Guesthouse
Renovated with one of Italy's leading architects in the early 2000s, the Pavilion accommodates 4 guests in two luxury suites, each with ensuite bathrooms featuring both bathtub and separate shower.
Guests enjoy private cooking facilities, dining areas, independent garden access, and an open-air Jacuzzi—perfect for wedding party or VIP guest accommodation.
Walled Herb Garden
Beyond its ceremony function, this romantic walled garden serves as the estate's living connection to Tuscan agricultural tradition—aromatic herbs cultivated for both beauty and culinary use, with Siena's skyline providing constant backdrop.
Open-Air Theatre
The natural amphitheater's gentle slope and integrated landscaping create a performance space that's been used for generations of family celebrations, now available for your wedding's most theatrical moments.
Estate Winery
The Bianchi Bandinelli family has pressed grapes here since 1527.
Today, their organic wines—particularly renowned Chianti Classico—are available exclusively for your celebration, offering guests authentic taste of the terroir that surrounds your wedding.
Historic Interiors
Every room in the villa tells stories through preserved 18th-century decorative painting, imported French wallpapers, Toile de Jouy fabrics, and period furniture.
These spaces aren't styled for weddings—they simply are what they've always been, which makes them irreplaceable photography backdrops.
Dining & Bar Areas
Distinguished spaces for dining, entertainment, and memorable celebrations
Curated Catering Partners (€170-270 per person)
Estate-Produced Organic Wines
In-House Breakfast Service (included with accommodation)
Additional Meal Service (on request)
Curated Experiences
Our professional team arranges exceptional activities to enhance your stay
Internal wedding planning and coordination (20+ years experience)
Curated selection of three premier Tuscan caterers
Estate-produced organic wine service
Floral design and decoration coordination
Marquee and tent installation (for larger events)
Professional lighting design and setup
Live music and DJ booking
Photography access to all historic interiors and grounds
Civil ceremony licensing and coordination
Shuttle bus arrangements for guest transport
Full concierge service (on request)
Accommodation coordination with hospitality partners
Rehearsal dinner arrangements
Welcome cocktail and goodbye brunch hosting
Wine tasting experiences with estate wines
Guided tours of Siena
Vintage car rental coordination
Cooking classes
Truffle hunting experiences
Location
Easily accessible from major cities and international airports
Address
Villa di Geggiano, Località Geggiano, 53019 Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
Travel Times
Siena
6 km / 10 min Florence
65 km / 1h San Gimignano
45 km / 50 min Montepulciano
55 km / 1h Montalcino
40 km / 50 min Florence Airport
70 km / 1h Pisa Airport
140 km / 1h45 Rome Fiumicino Airport
230 km / 2h30 Nearby Experiences
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View on Google MapsFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about hosting your event at Villa di Geggiano
What is the maximum wedding capacity?
Villa di Geggiano accommodates up to 180 guests for outdoor celebrations on the lawns and in the gardens. For indoor events, the historic ballroom seats 60 for intimate dinners. The private chapel holds 30 guests for ceremonies.
How many guests can stay at the villa?
The estate accommodates 10 overnight guests across 5 suites: 3 luxury suites in the main villa's historic Piano Nobile, and 2 suites in the Garden Pavilion guesthouse. Additional guests can be accommodated at carefully selected hospitality partners 10-15 minutes away.
Is exclusive use required?
Yes, all weekend events require exclusive rental of the entire property with a minimum 2-night stay. This ensures complete privacy and flexibility for your celebration. Mid-week events without accommodation are available—contact for details.
Does the villa have a chapel?
Yes, the private chapel was built in 1768 specifically to celebrate a family wedding and continues that tradition today. It accommodates up to 30 guests for intimate religious or symbolic ceremonies entirely within the estate grounds.
Can we have a civil ceremony at the villa?
Yes, Villa di Geggiano is an officially licensed venue for civil wedding ceremonies, allowing legal marriages to take place on the estate grounds.
What makes Villa di Geggiano special?
It's been the same family's home since 1527—nearly 500 years of continuous stewardship. The villa preserves its original 1786 interiors (wallpapers, furnishings, decorative painting) as a declared National Heritage site, while remaining a living home rather than museum. You're celebrating in authentic 18th-century rooms where everything is real, not recreated.
What about catering and wine?
The villa provides a curated selection of three premier Tuscan caterers (€170-270 per person) with 20+ years experience at the estate. Estate-produced organic wines—particularly renowned Chianti Classico from vines cultivated here since 1527—are available exclusively for your celebration.
What if it rains?
The historic ballroom accommodates 60 guests for elegant indoor dinners, while ground-floor reception rooms host cocktails and dancing. For larger events, marquees can be installed in the gardens. Weather becomes opportunity rather than obstacle when your backup spaces feature 18th-century grandeur.
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