Borgo Santo Pietro

a 13th century Tuscan estate transformed into a luxury retreat


Borgo Santo Pietro, a 13th century relais set in 13 acres of enchanting gardens, has been lovingly restored into a private luxury retreat and offers an idyllic wedding venue in the Tuscan village of Palazzetto nestled in the Valle Serena near Siena and Florence.

Historically a resting place for pilgrims on route to Rome, today behind Borgo Santo Pietros secluded ornate steel gates, the cypress lined path leads guests to contemporary hospitality steeped in antiquity offering ultimate quality with the personal touch for a truly exclusive escape.

We want our guests to experience lazy luxury service on such a personalised level combined with exceptional facilities in stylish and comfortable surroundings, together with innovative fine dining so that guests can have what they want, when they want it and where they want it on the estate,í says co-owner Jeaneatte Throttrup.

Elegant and sympathetically designed interiors and grounds show passionate attention to detail and melds with timeless charm to give a refreshingly relaxed and intimate environment.

The Borgo San Pietro cuisine is off-the-vine-fresh , prepared with seasonal herbs and vegetables from the estates gardens with chefs combining Italian simplicity with international creative flair to tantalise the taste buds for . Amongst the best sommeliers offer suggestions from the notable international selection of wines to compliment the gastronomical yet accessible menus.

The estate benefits from a fresh water pool overlooking the valley, close to the tennis court and bocce pitch. Spa treatments to relax and invigorate the mind, body and soul can be taken either in the holistic hub or outside under the Tuscan sky breathing in the herb and rose infused air.

Just across the road from Borgo Santo Pietro the legendary chapel of San Galgano, built in 1185 in honour of the Tuscan nobleman, is today one of the most important historical buildings in Italian heritage. The temple has now been officially opened to weddings of non-Italian residents and provides an ideal setting for a Catholic marriage ceremony.

Double rooms start from 325 euros.

Borgo Santo Pietro Reservations:   Tel: +39 0577 75 1222   Email: info@borgosantopietro.com   Loc.Palazzetto   53012 Chiusdino