Tuscan villa with cypress road in Val d'Orcia — Villa La Foce
Villa

Villa La Foce

Val d'Orcia, Tuscany, Italy20–100 guests$$$
Type:Villa
Capacity:20–100 guests
Budget:$$$
Airport:Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR), 2 hours

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.

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Highlights

  • UNESCO World Heritage landscape
  • Iconic cypress-lined road
  • Formal Italian lemon garden
  • Travertine terrace receptions
  • 15th-century architecture

Quick facts

Capacity20–100 guests
Venue typeVilla
Price range$$$
LocationItaly
Nearest airportFLR
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Plan your wedding at Villa La Foce

Getting there

Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR)

2 hours to venue

Private car transfer

$180-$280

2 hours · Scenic drive south through Tuscany to Val d'Orcia

Rental car

$50-$80/day

2 hours from Florence, 2.5 from Rome · Hire from Florence or Rome airport; scenic drive recommended

Train + taxi

$50-$70 per person

2.5 hours total · Train to Chiusi station, then 30-min taxi to the villa

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

$5,000-$12,000

Reception (per guest)

$110-$200

Accommodation (per night)

$120-$350

Estimated total

$25,000-$50,000

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.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

4:00 PMGuest arrival and garden tour
7:00 PMWelcome dinner on the travertine terrace

Saturday

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

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell brunch at the farmhouse

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

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.

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