Borgo Pignano
Italy
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Borgo Pignano
Italy
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Nestled in 750 organic acres in the rural Tuscan hills, this pastoral palace is the place to retreat for a slow and considered stay. Its roots both physical and figurative date back centuries, and the tender love and care bestowed by its staff is on full display. A homestead with heart, everyone finds their corner easily for a little R&R – whatever that may look like.
Hands-on workshops from cooking to natural soap making take advantage of the ingredients grown within the estate. If practical skills aren’t a strong suit, Mother Nature’s finest can still be enjoyed through horseback rides, foraging, and tours of Pignano’s agricultural areas. And if all that seems a bit much, alone time to tune out completely is found in the limestone winery-turned-spa or beside the infinity pool with a good book.
Something special It doesn’t get more self-sufficient and farm-to-table than the fine fare served here. In homage to the region, heirloom fruit and vegetables are grown in the two-and-a-half-acre gardens. Crops like olives, grains and seeds are used to make produce like pasta, oils and jam (and provide food for the farm’s animals), and an on-site apiary and vineyards are put to good use. All of which is served both on the menu and in the farm shop.
We recommend Though the sights of Italy’s cities may be tempting, we think three nights should be dedicated to the countryside surrounds of Borgo Pignano, at least. Really, five nights would be the ideal, allowing for a full switch off and reboot. With that in mind, where you lay your head is important too; while each suite has its perks, some of the most charming reside in the main building – complete with deep bathtubs and picture-perfect views.
Extraordinary experiences
Our hand-picked well-being activities to make the most of your stay at Borgo Pignano...
Harvest the estate’s brilliant botanicals In true homestead style, Borgo Pignano’s borders are brimming with local flora. Joining the hotel’s resident herbalist, Lisabetta, on a guided walk, learn all about the edible plants and herbs that grow around the estate – both cultivated and wild. Used in both traditional fare and wellness remedies, after foraging there is time to prepare your ingredients under Lisabetta’s expert eye for a herbal tea tasting, opening tastebuds up to a whole new world of flavours.
Delve deeper into herbal remedies or craft your own cosmetics Whether following on from a foraging excursion or done simply as a standalone experience, there’s a lot to be learned in the estate’s laboratory. During a herbal class, learn the healing benefits of plant life and the extraction methods used by the on-site team to prepare products. During an organic cosmetic class, there’s the chance to produce a variety of beauty products from oils and perfumes to creams and ointments.
Tune into nature during a forest bathing session Restoring the connection between people and nature, forest bathing is renowned for its benefits to well-being. Heading into the forest with a guide, stop at a quiet spot with only birdsong and the breeze for company, and settle down to meditate using special breathing techniques to calm the mind and body. At the very least, this practice reduces stress levels and improves mood, at most, it strengthens both the immune system and connection with nature.
Guide price*
From £3,805 per person for 5 nights based on a booking of 2 adults departing 17 Oct 2026.
Price correct at time of publishing, June 2026.
Included in your trip:
- Economy Class international flights from London Gatwick to Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport with British Airways, plus private return transfers
- Accommodating guests in a Suite with View
- All guests welcomed on a bed and breakfast basis
- Price includes locally payable taxes of €2.50 / £2.16 per person per night (exchange rate of 1.16 EUR = 1 GBP)
- Airside departure service at London Gatwick Airport including greeting, check-in and baggage assistance, fast-track security, 3-hour departure lounge relaxation and escorting to the departure gate
- One Herbal Lab experience
- One Foraging Walk
- One Forest Bathing session