Frequently asked questions

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How far is the villa from the Abbey of San Galgano?

2.5 km, about five minutes by car. After the ceremony your guests reach the aperitif without a long transfer.

How many guests can the villa host?

Up to 120 guests seated at round tables in the indoor halls, and up to 120 outdoors in the gardens.

Is the villa exclusively ours?

Yes. For the whole wedding day the villa, gardens, pool and barn are reserved for you and your guests alone.

What if it rains?

The great indoor halls, about 155 m² of connecting rooms, seat up to 120 guests. No marquee is needed: the rain plan is already part of the villa.

Can we stay at the villa?

Yes, there are 4 independent apartments sleeping 4 each, up to 16 guests (12 recommended: 8 adults and 4 children). They are ideal for the couple, their families or the witnesses.

Is the villa old?

Yes. It stands on an 18th-century post station and still has its hand-cut sandstone walls, vaulted ceilings and original mangers.

Do you provide catering?

We work with trusted Tuscan caterers who use local, seasonal produce, but you are free to choose your own suppliers. We are happy to share our list of partners (catering, flowers, music, photographers).

Can we have the aperitif or cut the cake by the pool?

Of course: the saltwater pool (16 × 8 m), looking out over the Sienese hills, is one of the most popular spots for the aperitif and for cutting the cake. The old barn is the alternative, perfect for a candlelit atmosphere.

Can we visit the villa?

Yes, and we recommend it. Write to us to arrange a visit: we will show you around and talk it through together.

Can the wedding be held at the Abbey of San Galgano?

Yes. Civil and symbolic ceremonies are booked through the Civil Registry Office of the Municipality of Chiusdino. Our Rules and fees page lists the locations, times and costs.

Why can't I find you on Matrimonio.com?

We have chosen to stay off the big portals: we prefer a direct relationship with every couple, with no intermediaries and no commissions. Many of our couples come to us through word of mouth.

What is a wedding venue near the Abbey of San Galgano?

Villa Le Querce San Galgano, in Chiusdino (Siena), is 2.5 km from the Abbey, about five minutes by car. It is an 18th-century villa for exclusive use that hosts up to 120 guests, with a saltwater pool, 6,200 m² of gardens, indoor halls for the rain plan and 4 apartments for 16 guests.

Where can we hold the reception after a ceremony at the Abbey of San Galgano?

At Villa Le Querce, on the old road that links the Abbey of San Galgano and the Montesiepi Hermitage to Chiusdino. Guests go from the ceremony to the poolside aperitif in a few minutes and, if it rains, the reception moves to the indoor halls.

How far is Villa Le Querce from Siena, Florence and the airports?

About 41 km from Siena (55 minutes by car), 89 km from Florence (1 hour 45), 103 km from Florence airport, 149 km from Pisa airport and 234 km from Rome Fiumicino. All distances are on our How to get here page.