The Wedding
Villa Il Pozzo
Certaldo, Italy
Your Stay
RSVP
Planes
The closest airports to the venue are: Florence (FLR) – 40 minutes, Pisa (PSA) – 1 hour 10 minutes, Bologna (BLQ) – 1 hour 35 minutes. Direct flights from the U.S. are limited, but short layovers are typically available.
For more direct international options, consider: Rome (FCO) – 3.5 hour drive or Milan (MXP) – 4 hour drive. Rome and Milan offer more nonstop flights from the U.S., but are farther from the venue. There are high speed trains between Rome, Milan, and Florence, see below.
Trains
There are local trains available between Certaldo (the closest town to the wedding venue) and Florence/Siena. There is a high speed train between Milan and Florence (2 hr), as well as Rome and Florence (1hr 40min), for those coming from farther away or extending their vacations to other parts of Italy.
And Automobiles
Rental cars are widely available at all nearby airports and are often the most cost-effective option (please reserve in advance).
To drive in Italy, you’ll need an International Driver’s Permit (IDP), available through AAA (in person or online). If ordering online, apply at least 2–3 weeks before departure. Be sure to bring your U.S. driver’s license with you.
UberX is generally not available in Florence/Tuscany. Uber Black is available but expensive. We’ll share local taxi information closer to the wedding—advance reservations are generally required.
We will be arranging for a shuttle for wedding events from select accommodations - more details to come!
La Poggiolaia
Now open for booking! This property is a 3 minute drive from Villa Il Pozzo, and is the sister property to the Villa. We have the entire property reserved from Thursday, June 10th - Monday June 14th. Rooms are first come first served. La Poggiolaia is a peaceful farmhouse-style property set in the Tuscan hills, about an hour from Florence and Siena. It offers self-contained apartments with kitchens, making it a great option for couples, families, or groups who want a more relaxed, independent stay. Guests can enjoy a pool, beautiful countryside views, and easy access to nearby towns like San Gimignano and Certaldo. A car is recommended for getting around. There is a mixture of 1, 2, and 4 bedroom apartments, sleeping 2-8 people each. The website for the property is linked below. Text us or click below to email us for details on how to reserve an apartment. Shuttle will be available from this property.
Il Paluffo
Now open for booking! This property is a 7 minute drive from Villa Il Pozzo. A restored 15th-century Tuscan villa set among vineyards and olive groves near Certaldo. The main villa hosts a four-room B&B, and the estate also offers four independent apartments that sleep 4–6 with private gardens. On-site there is a chemical-free natural swimming pool, daily organic breakfast, wine & olive-oil tastings and cooking classes, free parking, bikes, and EV charging. Website is linked below to make a booking. Shuttle will be available from this property.
Hotel Certaldo
Now open for booking! This property is a 12 minute drive from the venue and is situated in the closest nearby town, Certaldo. A refined 4-star hotel set in a renovated 16th-century flour mill with a riverside garden. This hotel is most convenient for guests taking trains to and from Florence or Siena; the station is about a 7-minute walk. The hotel features an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness room, daily breakfast, and free parking. Shuttle will be available from this property.
Tenuta di Sticciano
Booking not yet open for 2027. Tenuta di Sticciano is a charming Tuscan country estate located just 10 minutes from the wedding venue, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and rolling countryside. The property offers beautifully restored apartments and villas, an outdoor swimming pool, spacious gardens, and complimentary parking, making it an ideal choice for families, groups, or guests looking for a peaceful Tuscan retreat. Shuttle transportation will be provided to and from the wedding. Bookings have not yet opened; more details to come!
Villas, B&Bs, Farm Stays
There are many smaller villas, B&Bs, and farm stays in the immediate area for guests that want exclusive use of an entire home. We recommend looking around the countryside that surrounds Certaldo, which is where Villa Il Pozzo is located. Here is a link to booking.com to browse: