Property Description

“Love, if only I could be released from your claws …”

This is what Elissa in the “Decameron” by Boccaccio said about the woman who, with intelligence, tenderness and pride, was able to be decisive and important on the condition of human life.

These words spoken by Elissa, inspired Silvia to restructure this enchanted village on the hills over the town of Certaldo, Boccaccio’s home town, in proximity of the lost village of Semifonte.

Our Vision

A journey is pure pleasure only if it arises from the will to get lost in space and time, without maps to consult, without compasses to follow.

Borgo Elissa is not just a destination but a starting point, a place from which to embark on the quest for all the beauty that the land of Tuscany has to offer in a timeless space.

Rooms, Suites and Apartment

"Each room has a name. Each room has a soul.
Each room is a journey through the past, present, and future."

Borgo Elissa offers ten beautiful rooms in two ex farmhouses, each with its own characteristics that portrait their personality and atmosphere, created with care and attention to detail to emphasize their uniqueness.

Elissa, Lauretta, Filomena, Neifile, Dioneo, Filostrato, Pampinea, Fiammetta, Emilia, Panfilo and Apartment Chichibio await travellers to accompany them through the gentle Tuscan hills, and from there, towards any dream that may cross the mind.

Il Borgo

There are places that remain suspended in time, between fairy tale and reality. Borgo Elissa is the perfect synthesis of this.

"Every step is placed upon centuries of history.

Every gaze embraces glimpses of a fairy tale."

It is the starting point of your journey through Tuscany, where wonders await you at every corner.

Il borgo is divided into two main blocks, surrounded by olive trees with an unparalleled view of San Gimignano and the Tuscan countryside. The old barn converted into a breakfast room and the courtyard facing the pool make it a place where silence and beauty pamper guests in a unique relaxation.

Relaxation and Wellness

Borgo Elissa is a blend of beauty and care that envelops the travelers; here, each of the five senses finds its satisfaction among the myriad attentions that complement the elegance of the rooms and the beauty of the outdoor spaces.

Taking care of oneself is a journey into tranquillity that leads to the depths of one’s being, in a mix of warmth and senxuality. Available for our guests is a small sauna and Turkish bath, as well as a massage area.

Wedding and events

An enchanted setting in which to frame a ‘yes’ spoken from the heart: Borgo Elissa offers its uniqueness and all the magic of the Tuscan hills to create the place to celebrate the most beautiful day in the life of those in love. Every detail will be miraculously taken care of, and everything will contribute to the realization of that scenario that has always been dreamed of for one’s wedding.

Nature, poetry, history, delicacy, attention…nothing will be less than perfect to crown your dream.

The location is also ideal for organizing events such as yoga retreats, corporate meetings and more.

Rooms & Suites

Nestled in the heart of the hills between Florence and Siena, the borgo welcomes travellers with grace and determination to convey the warmth of this ancient land, cradling them in an unforgettable vacation.

Ten beautiful rooms and a lovely apartment await travellers to be carried away by the sweetness of the surroundings and to lose themselves in the most beautiful journey that mind and heart can agree upon.

Family Room 30 mq, 4 People, 2 beds, 2 bathrooms

For those traveling with family or as a couple of friends, Borgo Elissa offers a delightful accommodation.

Superior Rooms 20 mq, 2 People, 1 bed, 1 bathrrom

All Superior rooms boast a splendid view of the countryside and are designed to ensure our guests maximum comfort in a unique and exclusive atmosphere.

Classic Rooms 15 mq, 2 People, 1 bed, 1 bathroom

Our two comfort rooms are very bright and comfortable, offering a stunning view.

Suite with hot tub 30 mq, 2 People, 1 bed, 1 bathroom

Located in the oldest part of the resort, the suite features a splendid loft with a hot tub where guests can enjoy moments of complete relaxation.

Deluxe room with bathtub 26 mq, 2 People, 1 bedroom (1 bed), 1 bathroom

The backdrop of the Tuscan countryside is the setting for an iconic room with a bathtub inside.
Thanks to this particularity, the attention to detail...

Apartment Chichibio 180 mq, 5 People, 3 bedrooms (3 beds), 4 bathroom

On the ground floor of one of the farmhouses in Borgo Elissa there is a splendid apartment with 3 bedrooms, one double and two with French-size beds, each with a private ensuite bathroom. Finely furnished, it offers a kitchen equipped with all modern comforts (central island with induction hobs, oven, dishwasher) and air conditioning in all rooms.
Travelers will be surrounded by beauty, both inside and out.

Travel in the Time

The Surrounding

Ten times a hundred years ago, the footsteps of a traveller traced the path that from Rome reached through the mists of an Albion still shrouded in the mystery of an immortal King and his sword forged from the metal fallen from the stars.

A hundred times ten years ago, the footsteps of a bishop became stones upon which humanity tread for centuries, turning its gaze all around to intoxicate itself with the surrounding beauty.
A thousand times a year ago, the Tuscan hills surrounding Borgo Elissa were silent witnesses to the march of Sigeric, who marked the Via Francigena and indissolubly linked his name to a mystical and sensual journey simultaneously.

“A journey is pure pleasure only if it arises from the will to get lost in space and time, without maps to consult, without compasses to follow, and with the stars chasing each other in the celestial vault, disrupting every point of reference.”

Borgo Elissa is both a destination and starting point. Our staff will be at your full disposal to suggest the most captivating destinations and the most characteristic routes in our region: the Chianti, Certaldo, the ancient village of Semifonte, Barberino Val d’Elsa, San Gimignano, Siena, Florence are just a few of the iconic places that await our guests in the vicinity of Borgo Elissa.

Book the entire Borgo Elissa

For those wishing to enjoy Borgo Elissa exclusively, it is possible to book the entire structure of 13 rooms for a maximum total of 26 beds.

The minimum booking is 3 nights.

Borgo Elissa is also an ideal location for small weddings or events.