A 16th-century Chianti Classico farmhouse taken exclusively by one group at a time, with a private chef, Roman spa, and 500-bottle wine cellar included as standard.
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Villa Ardore is a restored 16th-century farmhouse in the Chianti Classico hills, operating on an exclusive-use basis for a single group at a time. The property holds eight suites across a single estate, positioned 40 minutes from both Florence and Siena.
The surrounding countryside is vineyard and olive grove, with access to local winemakers and artisans arranged through the villa. The nearest towns, including San Gimignano with its medieval towers, are within easy reach by car.
What separates Villa Ardore from a standard villa rental is the level of staffing built into every stay: a dedicated villa manager, private chef, housekeeping team, gardener, and private driver are all included. Add a Roman spa, heated infinity pool, curated wine cellar, and a small collection of vintage Italian cars, and the case for exclusive use becomes straightforward.
The private chef service is included on request and centres on a menu of Italian cuisine built around produce grown or sourced on the estate. Menus are tailored to the group.
The antique Parisian bar is stocked and serves as the property’s social anchor, with a 500-bottle wine cellar focused on Italian producers available to draw from throughout the stay. Filtered still and sparkling water run from bar taps.
The Roman spa occupies a dedicated space on the lower level and includes a sunken 10-person whirlpool, a 10-person steam room, a dry sauna, and a sensory shower. Massage is available on the private stone terrace, open to the Tuscan hills through a grand arched entrance.
The heated infinity pool is equipped with a waterfall, rock fountain, and hydro-massage feature. The stone pool deck includes a gazebo with a marble-topped bar, spa lighting, and full entertaining infrastructure.
Villa Ardore sits within the Chianti Classico zone, one of Italy’s most closely defined wine appellations, surrounded by working vineyards. The villa arranges direct introductions to local winemakers and artisans, giving the property a genuine connection to its geography.
Florence and Siena are each approximately 40 minutes by car. San Gimignano is the closest historic town. Florence’s Peretola Airport (FLR) is the nearest commercial airport; Florence also connects to high-speed rail for onward travel to Rome and Milan.
The Stone Suite opens onto a private terrace with open countryside views. The bathroom is finished with a pietra serena stone sink and a rain-head shower.
A well-considered room for guests who want outdoor access and natural materials without the scale of the Master Suite. The pietra serena detailing is a specific regional touch, and the terrace position makes it a practical choice for guests spending significant time outside.
The Gold Suite has a private entrance independent of the main villa, with direct access to the infinity pool and Roman spa. The bathroom includes a double vanity and a marble shower with a built-in seat.
The private entrance makes this the most self-contained room on the property. It suits guests who want the full villa experience while retaining a degree of autonomy, or those who intend to use the spa and pool at unconventional hours.
The Antiquities Suite is furnished with Renaissance works and pieces specific to Tuscan artistic tradition. The room looks out over forest rather than open vineyard, and the en suite bathroom is finished in marble. Storage includes a spacious closet.
The right choice for guests drawn to the historical context of the building rather than the panoramic views. The forest outlook is quieter and more enclosed than the vineyard-facing rooms, and the artwork gives the space a distinct curatorial character.
The Terrace View Suite includes convertible beds suitable for children and looks directly over the villa’s central terrace. The en suite bathroom is functional and well-positioned for the room’s layout.
This is the most practical family room on the property. The terrace view keeps younger guests connected to the heart of the villa’s communal space, and the convertible bed configuration offers flexibility for different group compositions.
The Tuscan Views Suite is furnished with an antique armoire and oriented toward the rolling vineyard landscape. The views are among the widest on the property.
A straightforward room that leads with its outlook. The antique armoire is the dominant interior detail, and the vineyard panorama is the primary reason to book it. Suits guests for whom the Chianti landscape is the point.
The Fireplace Suite includes a working fireplace, a spacious shower, a double Pietra Serena stone sink vanity, and a generous walk-in closet. The fireplace positions this as the strongest winter room in the property.
For visits in the cooler months, the combination of the fireplace and walk-in storage makes this a practical and atmospheric choice. The Pietra Serena vanity connects it materially to the Stone Suite, while the fireplace gives it a distinct seasonal character.
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