Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Tuscany at this 15th-century palatial villa. Sleeping comfortably up to 26 guests, this impressive complex comprises six spacious bedrooms in the main villa and four separate apartments in the adjoining Red House. This enchanting estate is a sumptuous destination for a once-in-a-lifetime family celebration.

Just a 10-minute drive from Orfea is the medieval town of Lucca. Embraced by rolling hills, it’s the quintessential walled Tuscan town. The 16th-century walls are magnificently preserved, offering breathtaking viewpoints that provide sweeping vistas of the golden countryside below. Its charming, cobbled streets hide gorgeous little cafés and restaurants serving authentic Tuscan food.

Orfea is breathtaking in its scale. The main villa has been sympathetically enhanced, retaining many of its original features and elevated with pastel tones and frescoed walls. In the main living area, the stone fireplace is the focal point, with a glittering chandelier hanging above. A generous dining room seats up to 50 people, with arched doors opening out onto the formal garden. A professional standard kitchen has everything your chef needs to prepare delicious food, while a lounge and library complete the ground floor. Upstairs, a second sitting room is just the spot for relaxing in the afternoon. Or step down to the lower level, where you'll find a state-of-the-art wellness spa and a wine-tasting room.

The main villa's bedrooms are exquisitely decorated in a neo-classical style with a modern twist, using light, soothing colours. The primary family suite consists of a bedroom with a king-size bed and a small bedroom with twin beds. Three more bedrooms, each with a king-size bed and one with an additional mezzanine featuring two twin beds, are located on the first floor, all with ensuite bathrooms. The second floor has another bedroom with a king-size bed and ensuite.

The Red House complements the main villa beautifully, offering four self-contained apartments for family parties or groups of friends. This three-storey annexe has two double apartments and two that can sleep up to four guests each. The outside living spaces are exquisite, with stunning views from every aspect. A classic Italian-style garden with a pergola is the ideal spot for an evening stroll, while the kids’ playground is just right for younger guests. A private swimming pool and whirlpool sparkle in the sunshine, while an al fresco dining and lounge area complete this very special villa.