Villa LaFoce
A 15th-century villa set in the UNESCO-listed Val d'Orcia landscape, famous for the winding cypress-lined road that has become an icon of Tuscany.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 100 seated
- Nearest airport
- FLR · 2 hours
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 535
Villa La Foce is a villa destination wedding venue in Val d'Orcia, Italy, hosting 20 to 100 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR), 2 hours. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Villa La Foce in Val d'Orcia, open June–September.
A 15th-century villa set in the UNESCO-listed Val d'Orcia landscape, famous for the winding cypress-lined road that has become an icon of Tuscany.
The lemon garden, formal Italian gardens, and travertine terraces offer refined ceremony and reception spaces.
We did the garden tour which even on the only wet day of the holiday was fantastic. Very interesting talk from our guide and really lovely garden. Came back the next day in the sunshine to go to the cemetery which is worth the quick diversion.
4 notes, from the desk.
UNESCO World Heritage landscape
Iconic cypress-lined road
Formal Italian lemon garden
Travertine terrace receptions
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Villa La Foce.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and garden tour
- 7:00 PMWelcome dinner on the travertine terrace
- 10:00 AMExcursion to Pienza and Montepulciano
- 4:30 PMCeremony in the lemon garden
- 5:30 PMAperitivo in the formal Italian gardens
- 7:30 PMReception dinner on the terrace
- 10:00 PMDancing under Tuscan stars
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch at the farmhouse
Things worth knowing.
FLR · 2 hours
Guests fly into Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci). The desk arranges every transfer.
$25,000
Estimate for a 60-person wedding. Val d'Orcia is more remote than Chianti or Florence, which keeps costs lower. External catering is required. Local Brunello and Vino Nobile wines are available at excellent prices.
$5,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
$110 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
$120 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
How many guests can Villa La Foce accommodate?+
Villa La Foce hosts weddings from 20 to 100 guests. The lemon garden and travertine terraces are ideal for ceremonies of 60-80 guests, while the formal Italian gardens can accommodate larger cocktail receptions up to 100.
Is Villa La Foce the property with the famous cypress road?+
Yes. Villa La Foce is home to the iconic winding cypress-lined road (known as the Strada di Cipressi) that has become one of the most photographed scenes in Tuscany. It makes an extraordinary backdrop for wedding photos.
Does Villa La Foce offer accommodation for wedding guests?+
The estate has several self-catering farmhouses and apartments that can accommodate approximately 30-40 guests. Rates range from $120-$350 per night. Additional guests can stay in nearby Montepulciano or Pienza, both within 20 minutes.
How much does a wedding at Villa La Foce cost?+
Venue hire at Villa La Foce typically ranges from $5,000-$12,000. A complete 60-person wedding with catering, wine, and accommodation runs approximately $25,000-$50,000 — good value for a UNESCO-listed Tuscan setting.
What is the best season for a wedding at Villa La Foce?+
May through September is ideal. The Val d'Orcia landscape is particularly stunning in late May and June when the rolling hills are green, and again in September-October when the harvest season brings golden light and cooler temperatures.
Hold dates at Villa La Foce.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.