a different way to experience Tuscany
iCastagni offers private stays and curated experiences designed around a single group at a time. With local knowledge, trusted relationships, and a focus on authenticity, we create quality journeys that feel relaxed, personal, and deeply connected to the region.
what makes iCastagni different
Exclusively Yours
We host only one group at a time, so your stay feels like a private home rather than a hotel.
Authentic Tuscany
Experiences rooted in authentic Tuscan locations, with exceptional food and wine.
Expertly Designed
Each day is planned around your interests and desires and paced to be relaxed and natural.
Time to Enjoy
Balanced itineraries that leave space to relax, explore, and savor each moment.
a day at iCastagni
-a day in Tuscany at your pace-
morning
breakfast overlooking the stunning Tuscan landscape and then your thoughtfully crafted day begins, with experiences arranged around your interests and desires
afternoon
lunch and then leisurely visits or time to relax at the property - always comfortably paced and natural
evening
pre-dinner aperitivo, then dinner, conversation, and the quiet of the countryside as the day winds down
each itinerary is unique and is carefully planned and gently paced, so each day unfolds naturally
how your stay works
-three simple steps-
-1-
tell us about your trip
share your dates, interests, and group size
-2-
we design your experience
we prepare a tailored plan, based on your likes and dislikes, your areas of interest, and your 'must-do' wish list; we handle every detail to make sure your vacation is perfect
-3-
arrive and feel at home
your group enjoys the entire property and a seamless, relaxed stay
-location-
iCastagni rests in the heart of the hilltop village of Montefollonico in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, perfectly located between the Tuscan jewels of Pienza and Montepulciano and within easy reach of Tuscany's must-see towns of Siena, Cortona, and Florence.
we are a 90 minute drive from Florence Airport and 2.5 hours from Rome Airport
we can easily arrange private transfers for you
we take one booking at a time; so yours will be the only group on property
all the amenities, services, grounds, staff, and small pool will be devoted to you and your fellow travelers for the duration of your stay, providing you with the truly special experience of complete privacy
we offer the services and infrastructure of a hotel... but you just happen to know all the guests
the property is fully air-conditioned
Escape the ordinary with
iCastagni luxe village residence & tailored travel
Your booking comprises the entire boutique inn, its facilities, and its staff.
We cannot therefore rent individual rooms, or rent for fewer than four nights.
Our minimum booking for 'PRIVATE STAY' itineraries is four rooms for four nights but we will always help if we can.
Kind Words
-IN THEIR WORDS-
Our focus is solely on you, so you will never hear us ask for a review; we firmly believe that your vacation is yours to enjoy and that feeling obliged to write a review for somebody else's business should never be a consideration. But we are of course always touched by the letters and emails we receive from guests. Below are a few we'd like to share.
This was such a very special week for all of us in the group. Your gracious hosting and planning is beyond. Thank you for sharing your incredible region of Tuscany. A trip of a lifetime.
Mr and Mrs B, Canada
I want to sincerely thank you both for hosting the most wonderful 50th anniversary family celebration we could have imagined. You managed everything perfectly, to the last detail, and were so sensitive to the needs of our whole family. Thank you for making our visit to Italy the memory of a lifetime.
Mr and Mrs H, KY
Thank you for a wonderful week of food, wine, and beauty. I'm definitely coming back.
Mrs K, CA
We all truly enjoyed our time in your beautiful property and village. You shared not only your knowledge of this magnificent area but also your wonderful 'finds'. You gave us a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you
Mr and Mrs L, WA
begin planning your stay or ask about availability
A GUIDE TO COSTS
Costs are always fully inclusive of program content AND your accommodation at iCastagni.
We start by designing a program using your ideas and requests but we don't book or commit you to anything until we secure your agreement. Program designs are carefully discussed with you and the process allows you ample opportunity to make changes prior to going firm on program content.
Our costs are accurate and appropriate. Our satisfaction comes from your contentment, providing you with a first-class experience, and welcoming you back the following year, not from looking at our end-of-year spreadsheets.
Very occasionally we offer small-group pre-designed-by-us vacations; these will help give you guidance on the costs you can expect to pay. Please click on the 'The Experience' tab in the menu and then scroll down to learn more.
Check in: from 1500 hours
Check out: everything is yours to enjoy until 1100 hours on the morning of your departure
We know that every moment of your vacation counts and we always offer flexibility on timings when possible
And one last thing ...
A big thank you to those guests who have paid us the kindest of compliments by returning each year, and to all those who have told their friends and families about us. Word-of-mouth recommendations are the best feedback we can hope for and rewards us with the type of publicity money and algorithms can never hope to generate.
A huge thank you, too, to those of you who have entrusted us with landmark lifetime events, such as weddings and milestone birthdays, or who have invited us into their working lives by asking us to host their corporate retreats. We are proud and touched to have been asked to arrange these for you, and delighted to have been part of them.
please contact us with any and all questions
by scrolling to the CONTACT FORM below, or email us at: