Villa Poggio di Gaville
SAN GIOVANNI VALDARNO, TUSCANY
Villa Poggio di Gaville is an intimate Tuscan wedding venue set in the hills near Florence. This 18th-century, family-run agriturismo combines historic architecture with a more eclectic, lived-in feel, shaped by a collection of global art and objects curated by its owners.
The atmosphere is relaxed and personal rather than formal, making it well suited to smaller destination weddings and multi-day stays. The setting encourages a slower pace, with open views across the countryside, a pool, and spaces designed for shared experiences such as cooking classes and informal gatherings centred around locally sourced food.
Villa Poggio di Gaville can host weddings for up to 50 guests, with on-site accommodation including 9 bedrooms and 2 suites, allowing couples to host close family and friends within the estate. Additional accommodation is available nearby if required.
Located approximately 30 minutes from Florence Airport, it offers a convenient yet peaceful setting for couples looking for an intimate wedding venue in Tuscany with a more personal, residential feel.
Airports
Florence - 60km / 30 min
Pisa - 150km / 1 hours 30 min
Accommodation
The villa offers 11 elegant rooms, each uniquely themed after a Zodiac sign.
2 Suite with Terrace: Features a spacious 25sqm private terrace and a baldachin king bed.
9 Superior Rooms: Known for their refined style and large windows offering views of the Tuscan countryside.
Amenities: All rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms (some with bathtubs), free Wi-Fi, and LCD televisions.
Wet weather
The restaurant room can host the wedding dinner and wedding ceremony. The maximum capacity for a wedding reception is 50 people.
Air conditioning
Yes
Catering
Internal Catering Only: Bespoke menus created by Chef Jamal Amin (chef and owner of the villa )featuring creative Tuscan cuisine.
Supplier policy
The villa has a list of vendors with who they collaborate but it's not mandatory to use their services.
Booking policy
Initial Deposit: To secure a wedding date, a 30% deposit of the total estimated amount is typically required at the time of booking.
Final Balance: The remaining balance is due at the end of the stay or event.
Payment Methods: While they accept major forms of payment, some listings note that cash is accepted for on-site transactions, so it is best to clarify large bank transfer details during the contract stage
Where to stay
Additional accommodation available nearby, recommended is Villa Casagrande
Accessibility
Only the rooms on the ground floor
Max wedding guests
Up to 50 guests
Church
For couples seeking a traditional Catholic wedding, the most notable nearby option is: Pieve di San Romolo a Gaville: This historic Romanesque church is located in the small village of Gaville, approximately 3.2 km (5 minutes drive) from the villa.
Civil ceremony
Yes and Symbolic blessings in the garden or by the pool.