THE FARMHOUSE OF TORREMOZZA
Tucked away in the hills surrounding Florence, just 28 km from the city central, the farmhouse of Torremozza is the perfect country hideaway. Down a winding country road, nestled in groves of olive and chestnut, the restored 15th century Tuscan farmhouse combines Tuscan tradition with modern convenience. Each apartment has a sweeping panoramic view of the Tuscan countryside, private baths for each room, a full service kitchen while maintaining the traditional Tuscan architecture and detail. Soak up the sun in our outdoor terraces and gardens, or curl up with a glass of Chianti in front of the fireplace.
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MEET YOUR HOSTS
Suzanne Campbell is the Owner of Torremozza and Francesco (in the red sweater) is the Master Chef who leads the cookery courses. The man sitting to the right of Suzanne is Franco and he is a partner of Suzanne’s who is involved in the Management of the estate. |
  
   
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ABOUT THE ESTATE:
Villa Torremozza is a working agriturismo, producing it’s own wines and olive oils. Carefully restored with meticulous attention to traditional Tuscan architecture, design, and even color schemes, the Villa is a testimony to the culture and beauty of Tuscany. A short distance away from the cultural epicenter of Florence, but surrounded by tranquility and healthful country air, Villa Torremozza is the perfect Tuscan holiday. |
WHERE YOU WILL SLEEP
Guest accommodations are in 6 separate apartments each with an indoor sitting room and access to outdoor sitting areas perfect for your morning cappuccino or afternoon glass of wine! Each bedroom has it’s own private bath and each apartment is equipped with a fully functional kitchen. Click here for more images of the estate.
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EXCURSIONS & ITINERARY:
We are very excited to be able to offer you this exciting and unique itinerary! Each day, you will be taken on a professionally guided tour with an English speaking guide of Florence and the surrounding villages and wineries. Some of the places of note you will visit are the Vallambrosa Monastery, the famous and renowned Frescobaldi Estate, producers of the award-winning Castello di Nipozzano Chianti wines. You will be taken on a walking tour of the cultural epicenter Florence, and explore the medieval village of Poppi and it’s 12th century castle. Enjoy a tour of the Chianti Classico region and the beautiful city of Siena, and an olive oil tasting and education on a working olive farm. Cooking classes will be hands-on at the farmhouse, and dinner will be what you prepared!
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 ABOUT YOUR CHEF
Born and raised in Florence for the first 20 years of his life and after studying philosophy, Francesco (pictured here with Suzanne Campbell) decided to move to the countryside in search of a less frenetic rhythm, simplicity and healthier lifestyle.
These theories are the base of his philosophy about cooking. “We are what we eat and when we cook We put a little of ourselves into the preparation of food”.
Francesco and his daughter Caterina put their love for nature, be it the countryside, the sea or the mountains into their passion for cooking. Combining their curiosity and acceptance of the world that surrounds them together with the use of fresh seasonal and natural ingredients that Tuscany offers, mainly vegetarian meals are prepared with care, simplicity and a pinch of fantasy.
They aim to transmit the capacity to taste the flavours present in these ingredients, the importance of dedicating time not only to cooking but in the preparation of food and through this wonderful world that is the kitchen, learn to take good care of ourselves. |
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VACATION OPTIONS
We created four exciting packages for you:
Upon request we can arrange your stay at Villa Gaia for fewer or more days with or without cooking courses.
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