Set just outside Florence, Dimora Ghirlandaio offers elegant villas immersed in an private park in the hills of Tuscany. Historic buildings, curated gardens, the surrounding landscape and views toward Florence define this small Renaissance hamlet. Between the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the Ghirlandaio family of painters chose the estate as a place to step away from urban life and spend time in a quieter setting. Today, Dimora Ghirlandaio is a refined villa resort in the Tuscan countryside that preserves the beauty of its past and remains closely linked to generations of artists who found inspiration here.
Villa Ghirlandaio, La Fattoria, La Bottega, Il Frantoio, Lo Studio and the suite La Limonaia welcome guests in a truly distinctive atmosphere, setting the tone of the stay. At Dimora Ghirlandaio, time can be spent both indoors and outdoors, in the park or by the swimming pool. The surrounding hills invite walks, cycling routes, and horseback riding. Local specialties are part of the experience, as are day trips to art cities such as Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca.
Cappella Ghirlandaio and its precious frescoes
Within the hamlet stands the Cappella Ghirlandaio, a private chapel dedicated to the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin. The chapel is decorated with frescoes by Ridolfo Ghirlandaio, son of Domenico Ghirlandaio, a master to Michelangelo. Painted around 1518, the cycle includes a central fresco of the Madonna and Child, along with portraits of family members included as a personal tribute. Recently restored, the chapel remains a direct testimony to the artistic legacy of the Ghirlandaio family and their standing in Medici Florence.
Art and History
The name Dimora Ghirlandaio is closely linked to the history of a family of Renaissance painters. Here, the Ghirlandaio family came to relax and welcome other artists of the period, such as Raphael and Michelangelo. Over the centuries, the estate passed to other Florentine families. Acquired by the current owners in 2010, the property has undergone careful restoration, making it possible to rediscover the creative atmosphere of intellectual exchange that animated the Florentine Renaissance.
Local Heritage and Excellence
A stay at Dimora Ghirlandaio is also an occasion to enjoy the surrounding territory at a natural pace. Time unfolds between open spaces and simple pleasures. Discovering local products is an important part of daily life, starting with Dimora Ghirlandaio’s organic extra virgin olive oil. Dimora’s position and the possibilities offered by the area make it well suited to family gatherings, time with friends, or high-level business retreats.