Sara & Justin
Travel & Hotel Details
Getting to Italy & Siena
The nearest airports to Siena are in Florence, Pisa and Rome (in that order) and there are good bus and train connections from all three cities.
Depending on where you are coming from, we recommend flying into Florence since that is the closest to the venue and there several train/shuttle options directly to Siena.
Rome will offer the most direct flights from the US. We are exploring shuttle transportation for groups arriving at the airport, more information to come.
If you plan to explore the town or other parts of Italy, we recommend renting a car to give you flexibility throughout your trip.
Accommodation Details & Things to Know
We have reserved two villas for our family and friends to stay at during our wedding weekend, Villa Catignano and Torre Alle Tolfe. All events will be located at one of the two venues so we recommend staying at the villa. Once you have confirmed you will be attending, we will be reserve your room at the property if you express interest.
Villa room rates: We will be offering a subsidized room rate for guests/couples. This rate will cover food/beverage (breakfast, lunch and dinner) for your entire stay (4 nights for reservations at Villa Catignano / 3 nights for reservations at Torre Alle Tolfe). We will be following up about reserving your room and making payment once we have confirmed definite RSVPs.
Important to note:
One of the things we love most about Tuscany is its rustic charm and simple living. To that note, we wanted our wedding to be a true Tuscany experience that really embodies Italian country living. Along with the stone walkways, gardens, fantasic views, you will find the Italians not worrying about much except expresso, wine, food, and enjoyment.
While the Villas are well equipped with everything you need, it is not an updated 5-star hotel. For example, the staff will not be offering turn down service each morning, there are limited hair dryers on the property, and the bathrooms/bedrooms are more classic than modern. Half of the bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, while the rest of the rooms have fans as it gets very cool in the evenings.
We absolutely love the venue and spaces, but we just want to set expectations with our guests.
Villa Catignano, Strada Comunale di Catignano, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Province of Siena, Italy
This is the main villa where wedding will happen. We will be assigning guests to the Villa, so stay tuned for more information for us about your Villa assignment. Villa Catignano is a 17th Century Chianti Villa nestled in the heart the wine-making region of Chianti Classico, with a large main villa and several farm houses. The villa is set within 600 acres of flourishing vineyards and olive groves, with Tuscan rolling hills and trees as the back drop. There is multiple gardens, sitting areas, a pool and places to explore on the grounds. We truly fell in love with the venue when we visited and we can't wait to show you the property!
Villa room rate:
We will be offering a subsidized room rate for guests/couples. This rate will cover food/beverage (breakfast, lunch and dinner) for your entire stay (4 nights). We will be following up about reserving your room and making payment once we have confirmed definite RSVPs.
Important Details
While the Villas are well equipped with everything you need, it is not an updated 5-star hotel. For example, the staff will not be offering turn down service each morning, there are limited hair dryers on the property, and the bathrooms/bedrooms are more classic than modern. Half of the bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, while the rest of the rooms have fans as it gets very cool in the evenings.
If you would prefer to stay in a full service hotel, that is totally fine and we have you covered. There are hotel options listed in the "Hotels" section of our website (about 15 min away), but please note you will have arrange your own transportation to and from your hotel.
Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe
Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe is the second villa we have reserved for guests. We will be assigning guests to the Villa, so stay tuned for more information for us about your Villa assignment. Torre alle Tolfe will be where Saturday lunch and Sunday Pool Party will be taking place. The property is a family run, sustainable Tuscan estate of 100 hectares located a few kms away from Siena. The property is an organic farm comprising a medieval Borgo with 16 rooms in a historic villa and 3 separate apartments, a restaurant with its own vegetable garden, a farm and a winery producing organic wines and olive oil. In addition, around the estate there are 4 ancient farmhouses converted into 40 apartments for short and long stays which make up the Country Residence.
Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe room rate:
We will be offering a subsidized room rate for couples/families.This rate will cover food/beverage (breakfast, lunch and dinner) for your entire stay (4 nights). We will be following up about reserving your room and making payment.
Important to note:
While the Villas are well equipped with everything you need, it is not an updated 5-star hotel. For example, the staff will not be offering turn down service each morning, there are limited hair dryers on the property, and the bathrooms/bedrooms are more classic than modern. Half of the bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, while the rest of the rooms have fans as it gets very cool in the evenings.
If you would prefer to stay in a hotel, totally fine, we have you covered. There are hotel options listed in the "Hotels" section of our website, but please note
Shuttles during wedding weekend
Aug 5
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Shuttles to the wedding will depart from the locations listed above every 20 minutes. Shuttles will leave promptly on time - don't be late!
Aug 6
2:00 AM - 1:00 AM
We'll have a good time at the reception and after-party, then relax on shuttles that will take you back to the locations listed above.
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione, Via Banchi di Sopra, Siena, Province of Siena, Italy
Luxury hotel in the Siena historical center with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant. Please note that this is located in the Siena city center (about ~12 minutes from Villa Catignano)
Hotel Athena, Via Paolo Mascagni, Siena, Province of Siena, Italy
4-star hotel in Siena city center near Siena Cathedral.
Avis Autonoleggio - Roma Aeroporto Fiumicino, Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino, Roma, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
If you are looking to rent a car, we suggest using Avis.
Villa Curina Resort, Località Curina, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Province of Siena, Italy
We have a third villa reserved for guests to stay at as well!