Villa Mangiacane near Florence was designed by Michelangelo and is a historic treasure where Renaissance grandeur meets contemporary luxury.
An exclusive retreat for discerning travellers
Just a short drive from Florence, Villa Mangiacane is a Renaissance gem with a story to tell. Originally designed in the 15th century by the great Michelangelo, today the Villa is an exclusive retreat, lovingly restored over eight years to bring back its original beauty while adding those modern comfort today’s discerning travelers appreciate.
Ideal for intimate escapes and larger group retreats
There are ten suites in the original Palazzo Machiavelli, and 18 rooms and suites in Villa Mazzei (some with private gardens and plunge pools) making Mangiacane an ideal match for both intimate escapes and larger group retreats. Many rooms and suites feature balconies or terraces like the Royal Suite, which has a fireplace and a private dining corner, as well as a Jacuzzi bath with a steam walk-in shower and two terraces with views over the vineyards and the Tuscan hills.
Two pools, cooking classes and private wine tastings
The interiors of the guestrooms are a feast for the senses with period furniture, elegant fabrics, original artworks, and large windows framing views of the Italian gardens with a collection of Shona sculptures, vineyards, and olive groves. Guests can relax by two panoramic pools, indulge in spa treatments, enjoy private wine tastings of the estate’s premium labels, take cooking classes or set off on curated experiences in the surrounding Chianti Classico countryside. The villa’s restaurant celebrates Tuscan flavors and many of the ingredients are straight from Mangiacane’s own gardens and orchards.
Close to some of Tuscany’s most famous wineries
History is woven into every stone, adding an unexpected international twist to the villa’s heritage, as a former owner was Filippo Mazzei, a friend of Thomas Jefferson the third President of the United States. The Villa is in the heart of Chianti, surrounded by some of Tuscany’s most celebrated wineries, including the legendary Antinori estate, and guests can enjoy wine tours and visit Tuscany’s great art cities, as well as cycling through scenic country landscapes. Villa Mangiacane invites guests to slow down, chill out and truly immerse themselves in the timeless beauty of Tuscany. For information: www.mangiacane.com
