I wanted to say thank you for organizing everything for us...the villa was wonderful! My family had a great time..the staff at the villa was wonderful and they were so very helpful. We couldn't have been an easy group with the age range of 6 months to 74 but they managed beautifully. Maria was a marvelous cook and between Isabella and Ma Hew all of our needs were met.
Also, I just got home tonight and had a very nice surprise in the gift basket from you guys. It was very thoughtful of you. I will enjoy the treats in the coming days to be sure.
The 8 year old had such a great time that the last night he asked if we couldn't stay another week, could we come back next year. I am not sure that will be possible, but you made a tough crowd very happy. - Ellen
Gaia
Europe / Italy / Tuscany
Villa Gaia is a strikingly beautiful and secluded four-floor villa in the heart of Chianti, only 20 minutes from Siena.
Overview
It is a luxurious and extremely sophisticated dwelling. The villa, owned for centuries by an Italian aristocratic family, is encircled by spectacular gardens, offering incredible views of the surrounding countryside. Dating back to the year 1400, it was recently restored with extreme care. The villa is 16,000 square feet and the annex is 4,800 square feet.
Several beautiful sitting areas and formal dining rooms are spread throughout the interiors of the villa.
Outdoors, there are multiple sitting and dining areas. Gardens, patios and recreational facilities are all carefully designed to provide maximum privacy from the house. There is a tennis court, swimming pool (16 x 8 meters) and whirlpool, sauna, changing room and two bathrooms, plus an outdoor (cold-water) shower and barbecue. Riding and golf facilities are nearby.
Villa Gaia is the finest private villa for rent in Tuscany with breathtaking views. it is ideal for large groups. The location is convenient, right between Florence and Siena. Optional services offered at Villa Gaia include guided tours to the most important wine-cellars in Tuscany, golfing, mountain bike tours and orchestral musical entertainment. The villa stocks an excellent selection of Tuscan and Umbrian wines and will purchase specific labels at the client’s request.
Amenities
16 Bedrooms, 16 Bathrooms
Sleeps 31 Guests
16000 Interior Square Ft.
Details
Bedroom Details
1 Single bedroom2 Twin bedrooms
9 Queen bedrooms
4 Queen suites (3 with Jacuzzi)
All bedrooms have A/C
Bathroom Details
All bathrooms, with large shower or tub, are provided with hair dryersPool Details
Swimming pool (16 x 8 meters) and whirlpoolPool towels - up to 40 towels per week included
Staff and Services
Final cleaningHouse manager + 4 house staff members, 6 days per week (for groups above 25 people, extra staff is required
and is an additional cost)
Staff Schedule: 8:30 am to 1 pm and 4 pm to 8 pm. Any extra time will be an additional cost
Midweek change of bed & bathroom linens (Wed)
Pool towels - up to 40 towels per week included
Welcome dinner
Daily Continental breakfast
Concierge service from 9 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 8 pm
Staff and Services (at additional cost)
Extra staff for groups larger than 25 people is required (1 or 2 staff)Any extra housekeeping time
Chef and waiters for dinner and lunch service
Grocery shopping services
Personal laundry service
Location Details
Colle Val D'elsa - 10 minutesLucca - 2 hours by car
Siena - 30 minutes by car
Florence - 1 hour by car
Rome - 3 hours by car
Villa Notes
Electricity and air conditioning up to 2,000 kwt per week, water, and gas for hot water are includedProfessional kitchen and laundry appliances operated only by the villa staff
Check-in: between 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Check-out: before/by 10:30 am
All the above services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arranged
Food and beverages to be paid locally on a daily basis
Important note regarding Chef/ Cook Services: All Chef/Cook services need to be arranged by your Concierge. Only Villa approved Chef/Cooks can be used. This also pertains to In-Villa cooking lessons.
Due to limited transportation in outlying and rural areas, a rental car is essential for stays at countryside villas in Italy. We are more than happy to arrange a car for you during your stay, please just let us know at time of booking.
Please note that Italy villas rent from Saturday to Saturday. Exceptions may be possible on a case by case basis and upon request.
The Italian government has implemented a Visitor’s Tax of €1.50 - €5.00 per person, per day and applies to all overnight stays for the first seven days in the destination. This tax is payable to the local property manager.
Most villas in Italy require the cost of extra services be paid upon arrival in cash. Please check with your Villa Specialist or Concierge for details.
| Travel Dates | Bedrooms | Min. Night Stay | Nightly Rates |
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March 04, 2023 - March 24, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 7,683 * |
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March 25, 2023 - April 28, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 8,617 * |
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April 29, 2023 - May 26, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 9,032 * |
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May 27, 2023 - September 01, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 11,004 * |
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September 02, 2023 - September 29, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 10,070 * |
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September 30, 2023 - October 27, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 8,617 * |
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October 28, 2023 - November 24, 2023
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16 | 7 | $ 7,994 * |
| USD rates above based on approximate currency conversion. Holiday dates may not be listed in rate chart. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please confirm rate, holiday dates, and currency with your Villa Specialist at time of booking. |
€6,000 - pre-collected
1 Week - Saturday to Saturday rentals. Minimum night stay may vary by villa. Please contact a villa specialist to confirm.
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Reviews
We had such a fantastic time while staying at the unbelievably gorgeous Villa Gaia – you and Maris did such a perfect job in all the planning – we are forever grateful. The owner – so sweet. Matthew – couldn’t do enough for us. Andrea – our waiter – we wanted to take him home! The entire staff - so helpful and so warm and friendly. We need to have Chef Roberto’s recipe for the baked macaroni he made on our arrival night. Specifically the recipe he used for the tomato sauce. It was the best we ever tasted. We want to make it for our families. - Maryanne N.
We spent a fantastic week at Villa Gaia, and loved everything about it. The villa is very comfortable, private and luxurious. The staff was so friendly and great at what they do. We found the location to be really central to many of the towns we wanted to visit, and there were some great restaurants in Colle Val d'Elsa.
My favorite part of our trip was dining at the long and elegant table on the terrace. We had great food, great conversation and lots of laughs. - MD
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