Villa Meleto

Villa Meleto Villa Meleto is a historic Tuscan villa tucked into the lush valley of Val D'Elsa. We fuse extravaga Luxury with a Meaning
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🚴‍♀️ ₊⟡⋆ MELETO BIKE TOURS 2026 ₊⟡⋆ 🚴‍♂️Starting in March 2026, Villa Meleto is offering an unforgettable 7-night cyclin...
15/12/2025

🚴‍♀️ ₊⟡⋆ MELETO BIKE TOURS 2026 ₊⟡⋆ 🚴‍♂️

Starting in March 2026, Villa Meleto is offering an unforgettable 7-night cycling adventure through some of Tuscany’s most stunning regions. Ride the scenic routes of Chianti, Val d’Orcia, and the Via Francigena, guided by our expert Roberto, and experience the beauty of the countryside like never before.

Your stay includes:
• 7-night accommodation at our charming agriturismo
• Daily breakfasts and dinners featuring local cuisine
• Guided city tours and transportation
• Full support throughout the tour

For those not cycling, we offer a range of activities including yoga, cooking classes, trekking, and more—perfect for anyone seeking relaxation or adventure.

Visit villameleto.com/bike-tour-2026 for more information and to begin your registration.
Have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out or fill out the online enquiry form. We’re here to help!

Join us for the journey! 🌍🚴‍♂️

₊⟡⋆Thank you to our talented friends at Il Tiglio Restaurant and Chef Enrico Mazzaroni for the beautiful display of Ital...
11/12/2025

₊⟡⋆Thank you to our talented friends at Il Tiglio Restaurant and Chef Enrico Mazzaroni for the beautiful display of Italian cuisine ₊⟡⋆

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ITA - La “cucina italiana” è stata riconosciuta dall’Unesco patrimonio culturale immateriale dell’umanità: non un singolo piatto, ma un intreccio di pratiche, rituali, saperi e relazioni che fanno del cibo un linguaggio condiviso. La diversità regionale, l’antica filosofia legata alla produzione agricola, l’uso consapevole degli avanzi e la valorizzazione delle materie prime sono alla base di questo riconoscimento, che sottolinea stagionalità, sostenibilità e convivialità come elementi centrali. Il patrimonio sociale di cura delle persone che amiamo si rinnova ogni giorno nelle cucine delle nostre case, nelle scuole, nei mercati, nelle comunità locali, grazie alla trasmissione intergenerazionale dei saperi e alla ricchezza delle tradizioni territoriali: è proprio questo valore comunitario che l’Unesco desidera tutelare.

Anche per noi a Meleto questo patrimonio ha un significato profondo. Qui, nella storica casa di Cosimo Ridolfi dove nel 1834 nacque il primo Istituto Modello Sperimentale d’Italia, il sistema alimentare è sempre stato una responsabilità collettiva. Oggi il riconoscimento UNESCO rafforza il legame con lo spirito ridolfiano e incoraggia la nostra idea di inclusione, autenticità e ospitalità: un luogo dell’anima dove si intrecciano valori di civiltà contadina e si promuovono colture agricole rispettose dell’ambiente. A Meleto si nutre l’anima e si custodisce una tradizione che continua a vivere.

Non vediamo l'ora di tornare a lavorare per condividere la cultura, le tradizioni e le meraviglie della Toscana con tutti voi.

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ENG - Italian cuisine has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity: not a single dish, but a network of practices, rituals, knowledge, and relationships that make food a shared language. Regional diversity, the ancient philosophy of agricultural production, the conscious use of leftovers, and the valorization of raw materials are the foundation of this recognition, which emphasizes seasonality, sustainability, and conviviality as central elements. The social heritage of caring for the people we love is renewed every day in our home kitchens, in schools, at markets, and in local communities, thanks to the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and the richness of local traditions: it is precisely this community value that UNESCO wishes to protect.

For us in Meleto, too, this heritage has profound meaning. Here, in the historic home of Cosimo Ridolfi, where Italy's first Experimental Model Institute was founded in 1834, the food system has always been a collective responsibility. Today, UNESCO recognition strengthens our connection with the Ridolfi spirit and encourages our vision of inclusion, authenticity, and hospitality: a place of the soul where the values of rural culture intertwine and environmentally friendly agricultural practices are promoted. At Meleto, the soul is nourished and a living tradition is preserved.

We cannot wait to get back to work in sharing the culture, traditions, and wonder of Tuscany with you all.

Rendere felici chi ci sta intorno è davvero un talento..
16/10/2023

Rendere felici chi ci sta intorno è davvero un talento..

Alberti wrote: "The construction will give pleasure to the visitor if, when they leave the city, they see the villa in a...
01/06/2022

Alberti wrote: "The construction will give pleasure to the visitor if, when they leave the city, they see the villa in all its charm, as if to seduce and welcome the new arrivals. Toward this end, I would place it on a slightly elevated place. I would also have the road climb so gently that it fools those who take it to the point that they do not realize how high they have climbed until they discover the countryside below."

Within the garden, Alberti wrote: "...You should place porticos for giving shade, planters where vines can climb, placed on marble columns; vases and amusing statues, provided they are not obscene. You should also have rare plants.... Trees should be aligned and arranged evenly, each tree aligned with its neighbours."

Meleto has it all….

A newborn at Villa Meleto, Penny gave birth to Nickel last Monday and everyone is happy.
18/05/2022

A newborn at Villa Meleto, Penny gave birth to Nickel last Monday and everyone is happy.

We love the beauty of Italy and we like to share it with our guests. We will offer to visit Tuscany and Venice or Tuscan...
18/04/2022

We love the beauty of Italy and we like to share it with our guests. We will offer to visit Tuscany and Venice or Tuscany and Sicily or in any combination you prefer and to always stay in our homes, the beauty, the authenticity and the vibe remain the same. You can experience Italy at its best 🇮🇹❤ Reach out for specifics
retreats

We wish you a happy Passover and happy Easter with the hope that everyone can feel safe and free. At Villa Meleto we cel...
16/04/2022

We wish you a happy Passover and happy Easter with the hope that everyone can feel safe and free. At Villa Meleto we celebrate with our family and friends, with our guests and pets.❤️

Carmencita & Michela

Stroll our cypress road down hill and before you know, you will see San Gimignano's towers after forty minutes ride in t...
09/04/2022

Stroll our cypress road down hill and before you know, you will see San Gimignano's towers after forty minutes ride in the middle of the Tuscan countryside.

Medieval towers nearly 700 years old pierce the sky of the Tuscan village of San Gimignano in northern Italy. From the moment you walk inside through a ga...

In a world that interrogates itself about freedom and democracy, simple moments of every day life are treasures. At Vill...
11/03/2022

In a world that interrogates itself about freedom and democracy, simple moments of every day life are treasures. At Villa Meleto, our coffee with guests and friends is a true moment of luxury.

Indirizzo

Via Di Meleto 19
Castelfiorentino
50051

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