Best Stays With Cooking Classes in Italy in 2026

Monaci delle Terre Nere has a prime location in the foothills of Mt. Etna between Catania and Taormina. It is a gorgeous property, both the building itself (a beautifully restored 18th century-era villa) and the surrounding estate. The estate comprises organic vineyards, olive groves, and vegetable gardens, with sweeping views over the Mediterranean off to the east. The gently elevated slopes that surround Mt. Etna produce some of Italy’s best wines and among them is the produce of the Monaci delle Terre Nere Estate. It makes whites and reds under its Guido Coffa organic label using local grape varieties such… > See All the Details & Book

In the heart of the vineyards around Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, between Florence and Siena, lies Agriturismo Podere Campriano. It is a beautifully rustic, family-owned organic farm that produces quality wine and olive oil and offers cooking classes and winery tours. It feels like a peaceful little oasis but is yet only a 5 to 10-minute walk to the centre of Greve in Chianti. THE ACCOMMODATION: All their B&B suites and rooms (Check your options on the booking page here), and their self-catering apartment, are clean, spacious and tastefully furnished. While outside in the gardens you’ll find plenty of space… > See All the Details & Book

In the rolling hills south of Siena, Tuscany, the pet-friendly agriturismo Tenuta di Corsano has a series of self-catering apartments in a classic 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and vegetable plots. THE ACCOMMODATION: Their rustic apartments are cosy and comfortable with a kitchen and a lounge area and a choice of one, two, and three bedrooms. They are traditional style with terracotta floors and wood-beamed ceilings and all have WiFi, satellite TV, a kitchenette, and a living area. Outside you’ll find a swimming pool and extensive gardens, and the whole property has really lovely views over the surrounding… > See All the Details & Book

Just a few minutes from San Gimignano, the 17th-century-era Agriturismo Mormoraia is consistently among Tuscany’s most highly rated agriturismi. It is a beautiful property surrounded by organic wine and extra-virgin olive oil-producing farmland. it has gorgeous views of the San Gimignano towers and surrounding countryside, elegant, luxurious accommodation, fabulous food, an outdoor swimming pool, and a spa & wellness centre. Among the animals that call the farm home are horses, ponies, donkeys, goats, sheep, ducks, and hens, and guests can enjoy activities such as horse riding, e-biking, hiking, cooking classes, and wine and olive oil tasting. THE ACCOMMODATION: The Agriturismo… > See All the Details & Book

La Fattoria Delle Tartarughe/The Tortoise Farm is a friendly, homely agriturismo near to Cagliari, Sardinia, and some of the best beaches in the south. It’s an eco-friendly, organic farm which also doubles as an animal sanctuary with donkeys, ponies, sheep, pigs, goats, rabbits, a range of exotic birds, and of course tortoises, from where the farm gets its name. It is a very sociable place with a family type atmosphere; a place to enjoy long, lazy evening meals in the company of your hosts and all the other guests. The farmhouse is quaint and homely and all in all the… > See All the Details & Book

Agriturismo Bannata is a lovely, rustic masseria farmhouse hotel in a great location in central Sicily It’s near both the spectacular city of Enna and the historic, artistic town of Piazza Armerina with its UNESCO World Heritage Site Villa Romana del Casale. The Accommodation: They have a choice of six B&B rooms for up to four people per room in their very elegantly restored traditional Sicilian farmhouse. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the whole property has nice antique furniture. All the rooms and the common lounge and dining areas have a beautifully rustic style. There is plenty… > See All the Details & Book

Near Florence in the famous town of Vinci, Dianella is an idyllic, Tuscan farmhouse B&B, where the farmhouse in question is a 16th-century Medicean Villa. It is surrounded by acres of vineyards and olive groves from which the owners produce their own award-winning wines and olive oils. Tasting sessions for both are available, and encouraged! As are their excellent cooking classes which start out in the vegetable gardens, and end with wine pairing for your freshly made dishes. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have two double rooms and two larger double luxury suites at the farmhouse (take a look on the booking… > See All the Details & Book

Oasi di Galbusera Bianca Agriturismo near Milan, Lombardy, Italy,  is in the heart of Montevecchia Park and its beautifully wild countryside. The B&B accommodation is in a lovely old-style farm villa and the rooms are beautifully styled. All pastel shades, carefully chosen furniture, and art pieces are gorgeously rustic. The farm is organic and eco-friendly, 50 acres in total, and grows a range of traditional regional fruits and vegetables. The food here is very highly rated, from breakfast to evening meals using locally sourced, organic ingredients, much of which come from their own farm. They also offer cooking, diet, and nutrition classes… > See All the Details & Book

Masseria Agnello, on Sicily’s west coast, is quite simply a very special property. The grand stone building is the first thing that strikes you; the aristocratic farmhouse villa from the 19th century is stately and imposing. On the inside it is very tastefully styled and furnished, with modern touches at ease on the traditional Sicilian farmhouse canvas. The grounds are something of a fertile oasis, with the green lawns, lush palms, carob, citrus, and olive groves a striking sight against the barren hills that surround them. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have a range of rooms and suites to sleep up to… > See All the Details & Book

This lovely family-run agriturismo farm stay, about half an hour north of Brindisi Apulia, sits on a peaceful hillside just outside Ostuni, one of southern Italy’s most iconic cities, famous for its spectacular location and historical whitewashed houses. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have a good selection of B&B rooms and self-catering apartments, all traditionally styled, comfortable, and clean, with private bathrooms. They also have WiFi and satellite TV plus the self-catering apartments come with a kitchenette and lounge. The gardens outside have a swimming pool, a children’s playground, and plenty of space for outside dining or relaxing on the sun loungers… > See All the Details & Book

Castellina in Chianti near Siena, Agriturismo Querceto Di Castellina has self-catering cottages on a busy, eco-friendly, working farm that produces high-quality organic wines, grappa, and extra virgin olive oil. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have a great choice of rustic 15th-century cottages, all with kitchens, lounge and dining areas, WiFi, and satellite TVs. On the grounds you will find a nice outdoor swimming pool and well-kept gardens surrounded by the farm’s acres of vineyards and olive groves. It has its own boutique winery and one top feature of a stay is an excellent wine tasting session. The food is highly rated, as… > See All the Details & Book

Agriturismo Villa Cefalà, near Palermo, Sicily, is just a stone’s throw from the beach and its hillside location allows some really stunning views over the Mediterranean, and some nice sea breezes, too. It’s a classic old Sicilian farmhouse stay, in this case from the 18th century, a place where the nobility of Palermo used to spend long leisurely summers. The building has an aristocratic, elegant feel, and the grounds are gorgeous; there is a swimming pool and some lovingly maintained garden areas surrounded by rows and rows of citrus and olive trees. They also have a great onsite restaurant where… > See All the Details & Book

S.Andrea is a spectacular Tuscan agriturismo in the little hamlet of Fabbrica, half an hour from Florence. Its villa complex, which dates back to medieval times, sits on a strategic hilltop and has incredible views over Chianti. Though they have 5 rooms in the main building, the majority of the accommodation is in the form of rustic style, self-catering apartments in two separate sites. The sites have gardens and outdoor swimming pools. The surrounding 1500-acre farm produces its own Chianti Classico wine and olive oil, and their restaurant is a great introduction to traditional Tuscan and Italian food. THE ACCOMMODATION:… > See All the Details & Book

Baglio Occhipinti is a peaceful rural retreat near Comiso Airport in the famous wine-producing region of Ragusa, southern Sicily, known as the Cerasuolo di Vittoria. It offers stylish accommodation in a renovated 19th-century manor house/winery that retains all of its rustic, traditional charm. Outside, there are lovingly tended gardens with a swimming pool near vineyards and olive groves. You’ll find a cosy, family atmosphere at Baglio Occhipinti – they like to look after their guests – and there is some great homemade organic food to be enjoyed. THE ACCOMMODATION: The large farmhouse is a nice example of a traditional Sicilian manor… > See All the Details & Book

Near the town of Muro Leccese, Puglia, Italy, and about an hour from Brindisi airport, this very popular agriturismo farm stay has a range of B&B and self-catering accommodation in an 18th-century farmhouse surrounded by an olive oil and corn producing farm. All their apartments and studios are spacious, clean, and comfortable with private bathrooms, WiFi, TVs, and kitchenettes. Outside, guests can relax in the well-kept gardens at the swimming pool or in the large outdoor dining area. They have a full restaurant on-site with a choice of traditional local dishes, and the food is truly superb. They also offer… > See All the Details & Book

High in the Chianti hills between Siena and Florence, Castello La Leccia is more than your average agriturismo, even Tuscan agriturismo. It is a restored medieval hamlet with an eleventh-century castle on a working organic vineyard and olive farm and is a truly luxurious place with stunning views from every vantage point. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have a choice of rooms divided into classic, deluxe, and superior categories both in the castle building and in the annex building adjacent to it. The annex rooms are very nice indeed but slightly smaller, and we think most people might prefer the extra novelty… > See All the Details & Book

Masseria Torre di Albidona is a 200-acre eco-friendly, organic farm in Calabria with stunning views over the Aegean Sea. The estate is old, and some of the buildings, including the tower from where the Masseria gets its name, are from the 14th century. These buildings remain full of character but have been thoroughly renovated internally, so the accommodation feels quite like that of a modern city hotel. Food is a big attraction at Masseria Torre di Albidona. Its restaurant has a big reputation and guests at the agriturismo can join various tasting sessions and learn local traditional food preparation. THE… > See All the Details & Book

Il Segreto di Pietrafitta is an atmospheric 15th-century-era farmhouse just outside San Gimignano.  It is a thoroughly charming place with a stunning hillside location, excellent food, and beautiful accommodation. Most people seem to agree with us: it is possibly Tuscany’s most highly rated agriturismo, so be prepared to book in advance in high season. THE ACCOMMODATION: They have one self-catering apartment, otherwise, the rooms are mostly double and triple, with breakfast and dinner included in the rate. The rooms are gorgeous – think classic Tuscan wood beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, sturdy hand-crafted furniture, and colourfully tiled, old-style bathrooms. Their ‘Superior… > See All the Details & Book

With spectacular views of San Gimignano, Tuscany, this traditional agriturismo has B&B and self-catering accommodation on an organic family farm, and vineyard. It’s a homely, friendly place that produces quality wine and extra virgin olive oil, and keeps farm animals, too. The food, though, is the real highlight at Fattoria San Donato; they have a traditional, organic, Tuscan restaurant that serves up some of the best fresh food around, much of which comes from their own farm. If you are impressed with the cooking, as you undoubtedly will, you can also arrange some excellent cooking classes with chef and owner,… > See All the Details & Book

Il Castagnolino is a classic Tuscan agriturismo with high-quality B&B accommodation, fantastic food, and lovely views of San Gimignano and the Tuscan Hills. THE ACCOMMODATION: Their 6 rooms are traditional style, with terracotta floors and wood-beamed ceilings. They’re clean and comfortable and come with private bathrooms and WiFi. Outside you’ll find a swimming pool and gardens with plenty of places to relax while looking out on the countryside below. The breakfast is buffet style and includes, amongst many other things, a nice selection of homemade jams, yoghurts, and cakes. You can also enjoy a full 4-course Tuscan meal every evening… > See All the Details & Book

Salvadonica is a high class, luxury agriturismo in the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti hills, with surprisingly reasonable rates outside of the peak, summer season. It has a history going back to the 14th century, and a gorgeous hillside setting surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Salvadonica is very much one of rural Tuscany’s best hotels, not just best agriturismi. The Accommodation: They have a broad range of accommodation from standard doubles to family rooms that can sleep up to five and some extra spacious suites. Check out all your room options now on the booking page here.  Even the most basic… > See All the Details & Book

Casa Migliaca is a delightfully rustic agriturismo in Pettineo, near the town of Cefalù, Messina, Sicily. It has B&B accommodation in its hilltop farmhouse which comes beautifully shaded with organic orchard groves and gorgeous views over the surrounding countryside to the Mediterranean beyond. THE ACCOMMODATION: Their rooms are traditional style with wood-beamed ceilings, rustic furniture, and tiled floors. All are comfortable, clean, and spacious with private bathrooms and WiFi. There is a shared lounge at the farmhouse too, and a nice dining room. The outside space particularly has a beautifully natural feel; lots of plants and flowers run semi-wild around… > See All the Details & Book

Tenuta CorteDomina is a boutique winery hotel between Radda in Chianti and the hilltop village of Volpaia, in the heart of rural Chianti. Accommodation is in the old estate villa, which has been renovated and refurbished but is still very much historic. It has lovely views and is surrounded by acres of vineyards from where the owners make their Chianti Classico, rosé, and grappa made with Sangiovese pomace. Tenuta CorteDomina has just seven rooms and, with that, an intimate, very homely atmosphere. The food is wonderful here and cooking classes can be arranged. THE ACCOMMODATION: There are just seven rooms… > See All the Details & Book

Leonardo’s Guest House is a friendly farm stay agriturismo near Perugia, Umbria. It has self-catering apartments at its hillside farmhouse with some lovely views and a swimming pool in the large gardens. THE ACCOMMODATION: There is a choice of self-catering apartments in the rustic farmhouse; all three can sleep up to four people. All of them have a lounge/dining room and kitchenette and there is plenty of outside space to explore. You’ll find nice gardens, a swimming pool, and views over the farm and the surrounding hills. The friendly owners also offer cooking classes where you can learn how to make… > See All the Details & Book