Best Stays With Cooking Classes in Tuscany in 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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