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Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops
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15 bedrooms15 bathroomsSleeps 33820 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Breakfast available
- Pool
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Castellina in Chianti, Toscana
- Isole e Olena Winery9 min drive
- Podere Patrignone di Simon Gerrard Zimbler1 min walk
- Poggibonsi-San Gimignano Station27 min drive
- Florence (FLR-Peretola)48 min drive
Room options
About the area
Barberino Val d'Elsa
A family-friendly stay in Barberino Tavarnelle awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Isole e Olena Winery and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Casa Emma. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 15 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a dining area and a fenced private garden are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find babysitting services. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Barberino Tavarnelle holiday home include Casa Vinicola Luigi Cecchi and Montecalvario.
What's nearby
- Isole e Olena Winery - 9 min drive
- Casa Sola - Chianti Winery - 11 min drive
- Castello di Monsanto - 15 min drive
- Buondonno Winery - 20 min drive
- Tenuta Torciano Winery - 22 min drive
Getting around
- Poggibonsi-San Gimignano Station - 27 min drive
- Peretola Airport (FLR) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar Italia - 11 min drive
- Ristorante Albergaccio di Castellina - 10 min drive
- Taverna Squarcialupi - 11 min drive
- Tre Porte - 11 min drive
- Tenuta Casanova - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops
Podere Patrignone is a large estate surrounded by vines, olives and lush forest, and sits on top of a hill with 360-degree views, spectacular sunsets, and a lovely pool. It's ideal for large gatherings of friends and family, weddings, family & friends' reunions, yoga retreats, workshops, groups and large gatherings of any kind. It has a total of 15 double bedrooms separated into 5 self-contained apartments and a large farmhouse villa. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, and each unit has a full kitchen. We can cater for large events, wedding receptions, parties, retreats, workshops, business meetings, celebrations and so on.
NB. The booking system on VRBO assumes 2 people sharing a bedroom. There are 15 bedrooms in total. The minimum rental is for 12 of the 15 bedrooms. to get a price for this, make sure you select 24 people as the number of guests. For every additional room you require, add 2 guests. So for all 15 bedrooms, add 30 guests. The maximum number of guests we can host (with extra beds) is 31 adults + 2 children.
Podere Patrignone is also a working organic farm making amazing extra virgin olive oil. It's 'carbon positive' and generates all its own electricity, and all heating and hot water comes from renewable sources generated on-site.
About Patrignone Weddings (taken direct from the Podere Patrignone website)
The perfect destination for a unique Tuscan wedding
If you are hoping to have a destination wedding in Tuscany, then you might want to consider a Tuscan wedding at Podere Patrignone. Patrignone weddings are relaxed and friendly, with plenty of excellent food and wine served under the stars, followed by dancing by torch-light, maybe even a band, it really is up to you and your imagination.
But if you have your heart set on a large, formal, choreographed event, then Patrignone is probably not for you; there are many impressive venues in Tuscany so much more glam than our humble 14th century farmhouse.
We have two weddings here every year, and although they are a lot of work for us, they are fantastic fun and we love doing them.
Here is some basic information to help you decide if Podere Patrignone is the right destination for your wedding in Tuscany:
The ideal Podere Patrignone Tuscan Wedding is between 15 and 50 people.
We can sleep between 30 and 33 in the Villa and 5 apartments, 15 double bedrooms in total, each with a private en-suite bathroom. There are other agriturismi and B&B's nearby so you can more guests if you need it.
There is a minimum rental period of 6 nights for all weddings. This can be flexible depending on the time of year, but it is better to think longer rather than shorter; it will give you and your guests more time to have fun together and be touched by the magic of the area. In our experience, a week is perfect. Wedding weeks should be planned on a Saturday-Saturday basis.
We are in a beautiful rural location with stunning panoramic views in every direction, an amazing backdrop for your amazing Wedding Day (and not bad for your photos either).
We do all the catering in house from the highest quality home-grown produce and locally sourced ingredients. The Wedding Banquet includes several courses of traditional Tuscan cuisine starting at around €95/head, served on our Terracotta Terrazza with its amazing sunset views. (If the weather is poor, we can use our 17th century indoor restaurant in the Old Frantoio, but this hasn't happened in years).
You pay us for your accommodation rental costs, plus a one-off hosting fee of €5k-€7k (depending on complexities) for renting the Villa's facilities on the day, plus any catering, wine, equipment rental etc.
Some couples get legally married here in Tuscany - the paperwork is not especially difficult - or you can have a symbolic ceremony instead.
Here are some practical considerations:
You should start the process at least three months in advance to complete the paperwork. But your biggest issue is finding a suitable venue and accommodation. We often take bookings as much as 2 years in advance, so you can't start the process too soon if you have your heart set on a particular venue.
You two will need to be here a couple of days in advance to sort out your Italian paper-work, but apart from that, additional trips here are not absolutely necessary, though a 'reckie' always helps. In half the weddings we have here, the Bride and Groom have never been to Patrignone before.
We can help you organise the paperwork, book the ceremony, and do the job of the Official Translator of the ceremony on the day. We can also book music/disco/bands etc. during the ceremony and back here afterwards. The fee for this help will vary depending on how much you want done, but budget on around €1500 + expenses for the basics (paper-work, booking the ceremony, translation). If you want to get married in the Siena Registry office (in the Palazzo Publico on the Piazza del Campo, a really stunning and dramatic venue) or in the medieval castle in Castellina in Chianti (closer, and also very pretty). We can book either for you and liaise with the local Comune (town council).
If you are planning anything more complex (such as organising a church service, marquees, etc.), you should think about hiring a wedding planner and we will happily liaise with them.
Don't over-invite in the hope that some will say no. You are planning a wedding in a beautiful, sunny place, steeped in history, culture and awash with great wine and food. Would you say no?
A reasonable budget for a beautiful but simple wedding for 30 might be:
a simple but beautiful budget
Options Euros €
Cost of ceremony in Siena € 1000
Classical guitarist or disco € 250
Italian-side paperwork expenses * € 400
Arrangement, liaison, translation € 1500
Accommodation bride and groom ** € 1200
Hosting fee for reception € 5000
Reception meal (30 heads) € 3000
Wine and Prosecco budget € 600
* this is an estimate, and will depend on the rules and regulations at the time
** other accommodation is often paid for by the guests themselves
There may be additional things to consider, like a rehearsal dinner/pizza, an evening torch-lit party under the stars, the wedding clothes, fireworks, rings, hair, flowers, photographers, transport, a wedding cake (or two), decorations, and so on, but we can help you do as much or as little of these as you like, with no additional pressure from us.
The important thing is that you get the day you want, no more no less. And you know what? In our experience, most couples married here believe they got all they ever wanted, and more, and for a great deal less money than they would have paid at home.
If you’d like to learn more, drop us a line and let’s have a chat.
About Patrignone's Tuscan Workshops, Retreats, Courses (taken direct from the Podere Patrignone website)
Workshops in Chianti & Tuscan retreats
Podere Patrignone is the perfect place for your workshop or retreat. You can book the whole of Podere Patrignone and use the facilities, spaces and accommodations in several different configurations tailored to suit your requirements and the needs of your paying guests.
We have plenty of experience in helping you to plan your week, including:
itinerary planning and scheduling, including helping you to identify locations that best fit with your course material
planning all meals, both catered by us on-site, and helping you find the perfect restaurants for you and your guests
helping to organise suitable transport
helping if you need any specialist a/v equipment for meetings, presentations, etc.
Whatever you need, we can help you to plan and organise it quickly and efficiently. We use in-house designed project and budget management tools so you know where you stand every step of the way.
If you'd like to know more about how we can help you plan your next group, training course, or workshop in Tuscany, please get in touch.
Budgeting for your group, course or workshop in Tuscany
If you are looking for a simple way to calculate a possible budget for your Tuscan workshop, then try looking at it this way:
Assume a daily cost of €2k for your accommodation (€2.5k in peak season), or weekly cost of €10k (€12k peak season).
If you are planning on having meals at Patrignone, per diem rates are:
€15 breakfast
€25-€30 lunch
€45-55 4-course dinner including wine
€10 for coffee/tea breaks
for days when you are planning on having meetings and workshops on-site, then budget on an additional €200/half-day facilities rental
this is rustic, farm-stay accommodation, so guests don't usually expect 'maid-service', but additional maid-service/cleaning can be requested at €30/room/day, with an additional €20/day for fresh linens
But please treat this as an aide/guide; we are completely flexible and can help you plan exactly the kind of week you are looking for, depending on your budget and time constraints.
NB. The booking system on VRBO assumes 2 people sharing a bedroom. There are 15 bedrooms in total. The minimum rental is for 12 of the 15 bedrooms. to get a price for this, make sure you select 24 people as the number of guests. For every additional room you require, add 2 guests. So for all 15 bedrooms, add 30 guests. The maximum number of guests we can host (with extra beds) is 31 adults + 2 children.
Podere Patrignone is also a working organic farm making amazing extra virgin olive oil. It's 'carbon positive' and generates all its own electricity, and all heating and hot water comes from renewable sources generated on-site.
About Patrignone Weddings (taken direct from the Podere Patrignone website)
The perfect destination for a unique Tuscan wedding
If you are hoping to have a destination wedding in Tuscany, then you might want to consider a Tuscan wedding at Podere Patrignone. Patrignone weddings are relaxed and friendly, with plenty of excellent food and wine served under the stars, followed by dancing by torch-light, maybe even a band, it really is up to you and your imagination.
But if you have your heart set on a large, formal, choreographed event, then Patrignone is probably not for you; there are many impressive venues in Tuscany so much more glam than our humble 14th century farmhouse.
We have two weddings here every year, and although they are a lot of work for us, they are fantastic fun and we love doing them.
Here is some basic information to help you decide if Podere Patrignone is the right destination for your wedding in Tuscany:
The ideal Podere Patrignone Tuscan Wedding is between 15 and 50 people.
We can sleep between 30 and 33 in the Villa and 5 apartments, 15 double bedrooms in total, each with a private en-suite bathroom. There are other agriturismi and B&B's nearby so you can more guests if you need it.
There is a minimum rental period of 6 nights for all weddings. This can be flexible depending on the time of year, but it is better to think longer rather than shorter; it will give you and your guests more time to have fun together and be touched by the magic of the area. In our experience, a week is perfect. Wedding weeks should be planned on a Saturday-Saturday basis.
We are in a beautiful rural location with stunning panoramic views in every direction, an amazing backdrop for your amazing Wedding Day (and not bad for your photos either).
We do all the catering in house from the highest quality home-grown produce and locally sourced ingredients. The Wedding Banquet includes several courses of traditional Tuscan cuisine starting at around €95/head, served on our Terracotta Terrazza with its amazing sunset views. (If the weather is poor, we can use our 17th century indoor restaurant in the Old Frantoio, but this hasn't happened in years).
You pay us for your accommodation rental costs, plus a one-off hosting fee of €5k-€7k (depending on complexities) for renting the Villa's facilities on the day, plus any catering, wine, equipment rental etc.
Some couples get legally married here in Tuscany - the paperwork is not especially difficult - or you can have a symbolic ceremony instead.
Here are some practical considerations:
You should start the process at least three months in advance to complete the paperwork. But your biggest issue is finding a suitable venue and accommodation. We often take bookings as much as 2 years in advance, so you can't start the process too soon if you have your heart set on a particular venue.
You two will need to be here a couple of days in advance to sort out your Italian paper-work, but apart from that, additional trips here are not absolutely necessary, though a 'reckie' always helps. In half the weddings we have here, the Bride and Groom have never been to Patrignone before.
We can help you organise the paperwork, book the ceremony, and do the job of the Official Translator of the ceremony on the day. We can also book music/disco/bands etc. during the ceremony and back here afterwards. The fee for this help will vary depending on how much you want done, but budget on around €1500 + expenses for the basics (paper-work, booking the ceremony, translation). If you want to get married in the Siena Registry office (in the Palazzo Publico on the Piazza del Campo, a really stunning and dramatic venue) or in the medieval castle in Castellina in Chianti (closer, and also very pretty). We can book either for you and liaise with the local Comune (town council).
If you are planning anything more complex (such as organising a church service, marquees, etc.), you should think about hiring a wedding planner and we will happily liaise with them.
Don't over-invite in the hope that some will say no. You are planning a wedding in a beautiful, sunny place, steeped in history, culture and awash with great wine and food. Would you say no?
A reasonable budget for a beautiful but simple wedding for 30 might be:
a simple but beautiful budget
Options Euros €
Cost of ceremony in Siena € 1000
Classical guitarist or disco € 250
Italian-side paperwork expenses * € 400
Arrangement, liaison, translation € 1500
Accommodation bride and groom ** € 1200
Hosting fee for reception € 5000
Reception meal (30 heads) € 3000
Wine and Prosecco budget € 600
* this is an estimate, and will depend on the rules and regulations at the time
** other accommodation is often paid for by the guests themselves
There may be additional things to consider, like a rehearsal dinner/pizza, an evening torch-lit party under the stars, the wedding clothes, fireworks, rings, hair, flowers, photographers, transport, a wedding cake (or two), decorations, and so on, but we can help you do as much or as little of these as you like, with no additional pressure from us.
The important thing is that you get the day you want, no more no less. And you know what? In our experience, most couples married here believe they got all they ever wanted, and more, and for a great deal less money than they would have paid at home.
If you’d like to learn more, drop us a line and let’s have a chat.
About Patrignone's Tuscan Workshops, Retreats, Courses (taken direct from the Podere Patrignone website)
Workshops in Chianti & Tuscan retreats
Podere Patrignone is the perfect place for your workshop or retreat. You can book the whole of Podere Patrignone and use the facilities, spaces and accommodations in several different configurations tailored to suit your requirements and the needs of your paying guests.
We have plenty of experience in helping you to plan your week, including:
itinerary planning and scheduling, including helping you to identify locations that best fit with your course material
planning all meals, both catered by us on-site, and helping you find the perfect restaurants for you and your guests
helping to organise suitable transport
helping if you need any specialist a/v equipment for meetings, presentations, etc.
Whatever you need, we can help you to plan and organise it quickly and efficiently. We use in-house designed project and budget management tools so you know where you stand every step of the way.
If you'd like to know more about how we can help you plan your next group, training course, or workshop in Tuscany, please get in touch.
Budgeting for your group, course or workshop in Tuscany
If you are looking for a simple way to calculate a possible budget for your Tuscan workshop, then try looking at it this way:
Assume a daily cost of €2k for your accommodation (€2.5k in peak season), or weekly cost of €10k (€12k peak season).
If you are planning on having meals at Patrignone, per diem rates are:
€15 breakfast
€25-€30 lunch
€45-55 4-course dinner including wine
€10 for coffee/tea breaks
for days when you are planning on having meetings and workshops on-site, then budget on an additional €200/half-day facilities rental
this is rustic, farm-stay accommodation, so guests don't usually expect 'maid-service', but additional maid-service/cleaning can be requested at €30/room/day, with an additional €20/day for fresh linens
But please treat this as an aide/guide; we are completely flexible and can help you plan exactly the kind of week you are looking for, depending on your budget and time constraints.
Property manager
Simon Zimbler
Languages
English, Italian, Romanian
Property amenities
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
- Fenced private pool
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 15 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 15 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycles
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Bicycles
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 8,826 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number IT048054B5FMM79Q7H
We should mention
- All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
- On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops?
No, Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Beautiful villa for large groups, family reunions, and weddings and workshops?
No, pets are not allowed.
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