Located between Florence, Pisa, and Siena, this ancient hamlet is steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful countryside with several acres of oak forests as well as two private lakes, one of which is populated by swans. Originally built in the 1600's, the property changed ownership several time[...]
Villa Ivana offers the quintessential Tuscan experience. Nestled in the heart of the Chianti Classico, Villa Ivana is 15 km south of Florence. An active vineyard, oil producer and an authentically Tuscan holiday destination, Villa Ivana is completely immersed in a naturally beautiful environment, of[...]
Villa Franco is located 500 mt above sea level in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, just 15 km from Siena and 75 km from Florence. The estate lies on 5 acres of mixed woods and rolling meadows high in the hills, surrounded by age-old oaks, holm-oaks and chestnut-trees. Originally erected in the [...]
It was, not an Italian or a Hollywood film star but Queen Victoria the trend setter for what has now become a tradition in terms of wedding in the modern era. In 1840 she married prince Albert wearing a white court dress. Until then brides had worn heavy brocaded gown in a variety of colour such as[...]
" Two things revolutionize life:moving to the countryside and falling in love" - Nick Love- And what happens when the two meet? Then you have just the perfect wedding! Full of romance, beauty and waves of laughter. Just like your entire life should be.
All cultures have their share of superstition rituals. Italians are well known for being a very superstitious crowd. This becomes really evident at weddings. In Italy the groom carries the bride across the threshold of their new house to keep away bad spirits which could lurk from below. Rice is al[...]
"Love is the ultimate trip" ~ Author Unknown~ This lovely quote from an unknown author evokes the spirit of this fun loving happy wedding that we organised. No big flashy modern bridal car but a comfortable, "pink, hippy style Volkwagen van. With a very special guest of course; Bruno the dog. [...]
Passignano sul Trasimeno is a lovely, quaint resort town located in the South of Tuscany. Well known for its cobbled streets and traditional stone houses, the town rises above - and is reflected back into - Lake Trasimeno. Over the centuries, Passignano del Trasimeno went from a strategic commercial[...]
- Weddings in Style by Tuscan Dreams - October is a lovely month to get married. It can still offer nice sunny days and being outside high season prices of venues are very good. AUTUMN WEDDINGS TIPS: - In Autumn days are shorter. So have ceremony late morning so that you can make the most of [...]
