Chianti, Tuscany · Villa
Villa Mangiacane
A Renaissance villa estate in the Chianti hills, 12 km from Florence
€26,400Starting froma night
Up to 250Guestsseated for dinner
28Bedroomssleeps 60 on site
14 kmNearest airportFlorence
A fifteenth-century Machiavelli estate among vineyards and olive groves in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, taken as a whole for weddings with 28 rooms, a spa and two pools.
Villa Mangiacane stands among vineyards and olive groves in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, in the Chianti hills 12 km from Florence. The estate began in the fourteenth century as Palazzo Machiavelli, built for the Machiavelli family, and tradition links Michelangelo to its design. A restored loggia with Renaissance frescoes looks toward Florence and its Duomo, and the grounds hold more than 220 pieces of Shona sculpture.
The estate is rented as a whole for weddings. Ceremonies are held in the Olive Oil Gardens, the Machiavelli Courtyard, the Italian Garden or the lower loggia, and receptions can move to the garden, the loggia terraces or the old Barricaia cellar. Palazzo Machiavelli and Villa Mazzei give the wedding party 28 rooms and suites, with a spa, a heated indoor pool and two outdoor pools. An Events Manager plans each day, and the concierge can arrange wine tastings, cooking classes, hot air balloon rides and tours of Tuscany from the estate.
Villa Mangiacane
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At a glance
The Essentials
Facts checked 5 October 2026
- Where
- San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Chianti, 12 km from Florence
- Capacity
- Up to 250 in the Olive Oil Gardens; ceremonies up to 200
- Stay
- 28 rooms and suites, sleeping up to 60
- Ceremony
- Courtyard, Italian garden, Olive Oil Gardens, loggia or amphitheatre
- Price
- From 26,400 euros per night plus VAT, whole estate
- Exclusive use
- Yes, minimum 2 nights
- Nearest airport
- Florence, 23 km
- Parking
- Complimentary, private
- Curfew
- Outdoor music and fireworks end at 10pm
A Machiavelli estate near Florence
The estate began in the fourteenth century when the Machiavelli family commissioned Palazzo Machiavelli, and tradition links Michelangelo to its design. Niccolo Machiavelli is documented as writing The Prince at the Albergaccio nearby, joined to the villa by a path through the estate. The name Mangiacane refers to the mastiffs that once guarded it, and two stone dogs stand on the gate pillars.
Ceremonies in the gardens and loggia
Ceremonies can be held in the Olive Oil Gardens for up to 200, the Machiavelli Courtyard for up to 100, the Italian Garden for up to 80 or the lower loggia for up to 60. The Amphitheatre, set in the woods away from the villa, is available for ceremonies in close contact with nature.
The whole estate for the wedding party
Palazzo Machiavelli and Villa Mazzei together hold 28 rooms and suites, so the wedding party can stay on the estate. Receptions use the gardens, the Shona sculpture garden, the pools and the Barricaia, an old cellar with no limit on music, while an Events Manager plans the details.
Frescoed loggia
A restored Renaissance loggia with views toward Florence and its Duomo.
Machiavelli Courtyard
The royal entrance of the villa, set for up to 150 on round tables or 100 for a ceremony.
Olive Oil Gardens
A large lawn among olive trees and cypresses for up to 250 guests, 200 for a ceremony.
Barricaia cellar
An old cellar for up to 100 on round tables, with no sound or time limits for the after-dinner party.
Nadushka Spa
A heated indoor pool, Finnish sauna, steam room, three treatment rooms and a small gym.
Shona sculpture garden
Over 220 pieces of Shona sculpture across the grounds, in one of the larger collections of the art in Europe.
Accommodation
28 rooms and suites
Palazzo Machiavelli rooms and suites
Ten rooms and suites in the main villa, including the Royal Suite, with a loggia and terrace.
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Villa Mazzei rooms and suites
Villa
Eighteen rooms and suites: two classic, two superior, eight deluxe and six junior suites, with an infinity pool and rose garden.
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Exclusive use and buyout
The whole of Villa Mangiacane, to yourselves
The whole estate: Palazzo Machiavelli and Villa Mazzei, 28 rooms and suites
Buyout from
€26,400
From, per night plus VAT, 2-night minimum
- Palazzo Machiavelli with 10 rooms and suites
- Villa Mazzei with 18 rooms and suites
- Nadushka Spa with heated indoor pool
- Two outdoor pools
- Gardens, loggia and the Barricaia cellar
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Villa Mangiacane
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Location
Chianti, Tuscany
Florence Airport is 23 km away; Pisa and Bologna airports are about an hour away. Florence Santa Maria Novella station is a 20-minute drive.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella11 km
Florence (FLR)14 km
Pisa (PSA)64 km
Villa Mangiacane
Via Faltignano 4, 50026 San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Florence, Italy
Transfers. Private car and driver transfers to and from the airport or train station can be arranged through the estate.
Parking. Complimentary private parking at the main entrance.
Things to do nearby
- Lucca city walls
- Florence
- Antinori Winery
- San Gimignano
- Monteriggioni
- Teatro del Silenzio
Getting there
- Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- Florence (FLR)
- Pisa (PSA)
Pricing and what to expect
What a wedding here costs
From€26,400Per night, whole estate, plus VAT
Typically includes
Exclusive rental of the entire estate, minimum stay of 2 nights
High season 15 May to 15 October: 30,800 euros per night plus VAT
Low season 15 October to 15 May: 26,400 euros per night plus VAT
Palazzo Machiavelli alone (10 rooms and suites, up to 22 guests): 17,600 euros per night in high season, 13,200 euros in low season, plus VAT
Welcome drink on arrival, daily concierge from 9am to 5pm, daily housekeeping, private parking, Wi-Fi and EV charging
Not included: daily continental breakfast at 35 euros plus VAT per person, indoor pool heating at 400 euros plus VAT per day, city tax
Capacity
- Ceremony200
- Guests who can stay60
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Frequently asked questions
Villa Mangiacane
Can the whole estate be booked for a wedding?
Yes. The estate is rented as a whole, with 28 rooms and suites, for a minimum stay of 2 nights. Palazzo Machiavelli can also be taken on its own with its 10 rooms and suites.
How many guests can attend a ceremony?
The Olive Oil Gardens take up to 200 for a ceremony, the Machiavelli Courtyard 100, the Italian Garden 80 and the lower loggia 60.
How many guests can sleep on the estate?
The 28 rooms and suites sleep up to 60 guests across Palazzo Machiavelli and Villa Mazzei.
Until what time can there be music and fireworks?
Outdoor music and fireworks end at 10pm under local noise rules, and fireworks need 30 days' notice for the permit. The Barricaia cellar has no decibel limit as long as nearby houses are not affected.
Can guests arrive by helicopter?
Yes. The estate has a helicopter landing area, and complimentary private parking for those arriving by car.
Can I bring my own musicians and suppliers?
Yes, and the estate asks to be told who they are so it can share the house rules. Live music requires the Italian SIAE fee to be settled in advance.
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