Villa Cavresa — Chianti, The Villa At The Glance
There is a moment, along the road that winds through the rows of Chianti Classico vineyards, when the landscape ceases to be a postcard and becomes a promise: hills that breathe slowly, cypress trees that act as a metronome to the wind, stone farmhouses that seem to have been born already grown. Villa Cavresa (formerly Ca’ di Pesa) lives exactly there, in the heart of Val di Pesa, with the elegance of a rural icon and the ease of a home that knows how to welcome guests. It is the perfect setting for extended families, groups of friends and private retreats for up to 20 guests: 11 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, spacious outdoor areas for socialising, secluded corners to disappear for an hour and return with a smile.
You decide the pace: leisurely breakfasts outdoors, afternoons by the pool with a view, games of bocce in the shade of the pine trees, pizza night with a wood-fired oven and toasts in the wine cellar with the estate's wines. And when the evening light dims, the garden is lit up with a warm glow: candles, laughter, a long table that smells of bread and new oil. The isolation is blissful, the logistics are easy: 35 minutes from Florence, 45 minutes from the airport, a stone's throw from Panzano and Greve in Chianti.
Exteriors that invite you to stay
Panoramic swimming pool with stone and wood solarium overlooking the vineyards.
Courtyard and porticoes for lunches in the shade, golden aperitifs, dinners under the stars.
Herb garden: rosemary, thyme, sage and mint ready to flavour recipes and cocktails.
Wood-fired oven for pizza evenings that will delight children, adults and crust purists alike.
Improvised bocce court and hammocks among the umbrella pines.
Vineyards as far as the eye can see and paths for morning walks.
The beauty here is that every outdoor space is designed for use: a table next to the kitchen for breakfast, a lounge area for aperitifs, a barbecue area ready for serious work, a truly comfortable poolside area — no empty scenery, just functionality dressed in beauty.
Interiors with character (and comfort)
Villa Cavresa is an authentic farmhouse, renovated with restraint. Exposed stone, beams, terracotta floors and furnishings chosen with contemporary taste: Italian hospitality without excess, with efficient systems and a fully equipped kitchen for real cooks.
Bedrooms: 11 in total, divided between 5 double rooms and 3 Family Suites (each with 1 double + 1 twin and shared bathroom), plus additional double rooms depending on configuration.
Bathrooms: 8, well-maintained and functional, with hotel amenities.
Living room & kitchen: lounges for socialising, fully equipped kitchen with generous worktop, indoor and outdoor dining area; handy pantry.
Wine cellar & tasting corner: the house cellar houses the company's labels: guided tastings or dedicated pairings are available on request.
The spaces are modular: your wellness corner can be set up in the lemon house, a baby room can be set up in a few minutes, and a meeting table can be laid out where needed. All this with stable Wi-Fi and air-conditioned areas where necessary.
Conviviality: the pleasure of a home that works
Here, you don't just “look” at the kitchen, you use it. It is equipped with everything you need: serious stoves, ovens that maintain the temperature, spacious refrigerators, a work island for food preparation, and a complete set for service and mise en place. Outside, there is a wood-fired oven and grill. The result: from a Tuscan lunch under the pergola to a tasting dinner in the cellar, everything runs smoothly. And if you prefer not to think about it, Camisa Essential comes into play.
Camisa Essential — your concierge & DMC (in-house)
Camisa Essential is the silent engine that makes every day run smoothly. Not a call centre: a team in the field that looks after you before, during and after your stay. Planning within 48 hours, a single point of contact on WhatsApp, proven suppliers, clear APA reporting. Some examples:
Before arrival
Personalised briefing: tastes, allergies, schedules, “musts” and “no-gos”.
Welcome pantry & wine set: carefully selected groceries, EVO oil and a selection of local Chianti Classico wines.
Transfers & driver: FLR or PSA, Mercedes van, child seats on request.
Reservations for restaurants, wineries, museums; permits where required.
During your stay
Private chefs (breakfast, lunch, dinner), pizza night with master pizza chef, Tuscan BBQ dinner.
Cooking class in the villa: handmade pasta, secrets of ragù, tiramisu “as it should be”.
Winery & olive oil tours: between Panzano, Greve and Radda, with dedicated driver.
E-bike & trekking among the vineyards; yoga at sunset under the pine trees; massages in the garden.
Kids club light: pizza workshop, treasure hunt among the herbs, mini juice sommelier.
Micro-events and special moments: birthdays, anniversary dinners, candlelit dinners and floral arrangements.
Smart logistics: pool/garden hours, house rhythms, “invisible” maintenance.
After
Photo recap on request, suggestions for your next trip, invitation to shoulder season (same house, more calm, more value).
Signature experiences (at home and away)
Pizza Night
Dough, rising, toppings. From the classic Margherita to creative seasonal pizzas; wood-fired oven, sliding peel, perfect crust. Followed by “team” tiramisu.
DOC Tuscan dinner
Platter of pecorino cheeses and cold cuts, pici cacio & pepe, grilled meats (Fiorentina steak/white meat alternative), vegetables from the garden, cantucci & vinsanto. Mid or premium wine pairing with sommelier.
Chianti Grand Tour
Greve → Panzano → Radda: a historic winery, a boutique winery and a country restaurant; return with golden hour in the pool.
E-bikes among the vineyards
Local guides, stops in villages, gourmet picnic in the shade of holm oaks. Kids' version with lightweight e-MTBs.
Art in Florence, without stress
Reserved admission (where available), private guide, return to the villa with private chef already in the kitchen.
Truffle walk (seasonal)
Truffle dogs, woods, return to the villa: soft egg and lamellata live.
A typical itinerary (7 nights)
Day 1 — Arrival
Driver at the airport, welcome setup in the kitchen, dip in the pool. Dinner at the villa easy (pasta with tomato sauce, salad from the garden, tart). Briefing with your concierge.
Day 2 — Chianti Classico
Slow morning, lunch in the garden. Afternoon wine cellar & tasting. Evening: pizza night in the wood-fired oven.
Day 3 — Florence, curated
Uffizi/Oltrarno with guide, return and BBQ dinner. Children: movie night with ice cream.
Day 4 — E-bike & villages
E-bike tour between Panzano and Greve, light lunch in the square. Evening: pici lesson + dinner in the kitchen.
Day 5 — Pool & spa day
Massages under the pine trees, yoga at sunset. Tasting dinner with premium wine pairing.
Day 6 — Val d'Orcia ‘postcard’
Bagno Vignoni, Pienza, Monticchiello. Return: saffron risotto and Chianti braised beef (or vegetarian option).
Day 7 — Tuscan Sunday
Market, long lunch at the villa, bocce tournament at 6pm. Final dinner: signature menu by your chef.
Day 8 — Departure
Breakfast, driver, farewell.
Who it's perfect for
Families & extended families: flexible rooms, safe outdoor spaces, baby-friendly services.
Groups of friends: genuine conviviality, personalised itineraries, zero logistical friction.
Celebration trips: birthdays, anniversaries, proposals.
Work-from-anywhere & light retreats: reliable Wi-Fi, study rooms, tailor-made catering.
Access & Distances
Florence (city centre): ~35 minutes
FLR Airport: ~45 minutes
Greve in Chianti / Panzano: a few minutes
Supermarkets / grocery stores / bakeries: within a few kilometres
Scenic roads: literally everywhere
Technical data (in brief)
Capacity: up to 20 guests
Bedrooms: 11 (5 double + 3 Family Suites with 1 double + 1 twin + 1 shared bathroom, plus additional bedrooms depending on layout)
Bathrooms: 8
Kitchen: professionally equipped, outdoor wood-fired oven, BBQ
Swimming pool: panoramic, solarium
Wi-Fi, air conditioning where applicable, laundry
Cellar with estate wines
Parking on the property
On request: cot/high chair, safety kit for stairs, covers for swimming pool (seasonal), pet policy to be verified.
How it works with Camisa
Proposal in 48 hours: house + services + draft itinerary.
Confirmation: clear contract, blocked calendar.
Extra services: managed via APA (advance payment of expenses) with receipts and immediate refund of unused services at the end of the stay.
A contact person: a WhatsApp number, quick response, human touch.
Post-stay: quality check, “Italy, edited” suggestions for your next visit.
Why Villa Cavresa
Because here, Chianti is both setting and substance: not just a view, but living matter — bread, oil, wine, stone, wood, water. Because the house works: a room for everyone, a real kitchen, usable outdoor spaces. Because Camisa Essential frees you from micro-problems and gives you back the essence of time: a plate of pasta that smells of freshly cut basil, the silence that descends in the evening, the laughter of your children echoing among the pine trees.
Villa Cavresa by Camisa Homes & Villas: It feels like home, but it's even better.
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The following might be to be paid extra: Airport Pickup, Continental Breakfast, Cook, Pre-arrival grocery service, Refundable Security Deposit by credit card, Tourist tax.
