A 17th-Century Tuscan Haven & Michelin-Starred Sanctuary
Nestled among the undulating olive-draped hills of Cortona in eastern Tuscany, Il Falconiere Relais & Spa is a romantic 17th-century estate and prestigious Relais & Châteaux sanctuary owned and curated by the Baracchi family.
Surrounded by sun-drenched vineyards, silver olive groves, and ancient cypress trees, this timeless hideaway centers around an exquisite Michelin-starred restaurant celebrating organic produce from the estate's own advanced hydroponic garden. Accommodations are nestled in restored historic stone buildings, including the 17th-century manor villa, the ancient mill, and the historic winery, each reflecting noble Tuscan artistry with exposed chestnut beams, bespoke murals, and antique wrought iron.
Guests find serenity beside the newly refurbished panoramic swimming pool framed by local marble and stylish sun loungers, savor artisanal cocktails at the O'lillo Pool Bar, or rejuvenate body and mind at Thesan Etruscan Spa through signature vinotherapy rituals using Baracchi grape extracts. Deeply committed to sustainability, the estate operates extensive solar energy systems and organic viticulture, providing an eco-conscious luxury retreat just minutes from Cortona's Etruscan walls.
Baracchi Winery & Vineyards
Family-owned vineyards crafting celebrated Super Tuscans, Syrah, and Metodo Classico sparkling wines, with private cellar tours and sommelier tastings.
Michelin-Starred Orangerie
Executive Chef Silvia Baracchi's Michelin-starred restaurant housed within a light-filled 19th-century glass Orangerie overlooking the Cortona valley.
Thesan Etruscan Spa
Holistic wellness haven drawing on ancient Etruscan thermal traditions, featuring heated hydrotherapy pools, hammam, sauna, and grape-based vinotherapy.
Hydroponic Kitchen Garden
Zero-kilometer sustainable farming yielding heirloom herbs, flowers, and greens served hours after harvest in the estate's culinary creations.
⚜️ Vincent Vacations Exclusive Signature Privileges
When you reserve Il Falconiere Relais & Spa through Vincent Vacations, you unlock complimentary Signature Travel Network VIP amenities:
- Daily Full Breakfast for two guests per room (included in rate)
- $100 USD Food & Beverage Credit per room, per stay
- Priority Room Upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)
- Welcome Estate Amenity upon arrival
- Early Check-in Priority (subject to availability)
- Late Check-out Priority (subject to availability, 12:00 PM standard)
Estate Photo Gallery
Suites & Accommodations
Individually styled across historic stone dwellings, each accommodation at Il Falconiere marries noble Tuscan antique heritage with modern comforts, private gardens, and sweeping vineyard vistas.
Winery Master Suite
Prestige Suite with Outdoor Jacuzzi
Junior Suite Villa Borgo del Falco
Classic Country Room
Michelin-Starred Gastronomy & Estate Viticulture
Culinary art at Il Falconiere is an extraordinary homage to Tuscan terroir, directed by Executive Chef Silvia Baracchi and paired with estate vintages crafted by Riccardo Baracchi.
Ristorante Il Falconiere
La Terrazza Al Fresco
O'lillo Pool Bar
Lounge Bar Il Corbezzolo & Cellar
Bespoke Tuscan Experiences & Wellness
Thesan Etruscan Spa & Vinotherapy
Thermal sanctuary featuring heated vitality pools, sauna, hammam, and therapeutic massages using polyphenols from Baracchi estate grapes.
Chef Silvia Baracchi's Cooking School
Hands-on culinary masterclasses in the estate kitchen, teaching guests traditional Tuscan pasta making, sauce crafting, and farm-to-table plating.
Baracchi Winery Cellar Tours
Private guided excursions through the vineyard plots and barrel cellars, uncovering the craft behind single-vineyard Syrah and sparkling Trebbiano.
Explore Cortona & Valdichiana
Just 5 minutes from Cortona's historic piazza, museums, and Diocesan art treasures, with easy day excursions to Lake Trasimeno and Montepulciano.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests booking Il Falconiere Relais & Spa through Vincent Vacations receive exclusive Signature Travel Network perks, including complimentary full breakfast daily for two, a $100 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay (redeemable at Michelin-starred Il Falconiere, La Terrazza, Lounge Bar Il Corbezzolo, or O'lillo Pool Bar), room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), and early check-in/late check-out priority.
Il Falconiere is celebrated for its Michelin-starred restaurant led by Chef Silvia Baracchi, operating out of the estate's glass-enclosed Orangerie. Guests can enjoy cooking masterclasses in the estate kitchen, tour the Baracchi Winery cellars for private tastings of Syrah and Trebbiano, experience hydroponic garden tours, and savor romantic vineyard dinners.
Thesan Spa is inspired by ancient Etruscan thermal rituals, offering a heated hydrotherapy vitality pool, sauna, Turkish bath (hammam), sensation showers, and signature vinotherapy treatments utilizing Baracchi grape polyphenols and Tuscan olive oil.
Il Falconiere is situated in the hamlet of San Martino a Bocena just outside Cortona in eastern Tuscany (Arezzo province). The hill town made famous by 'Under the Tuscan Sun' is just 5 minutes away, while Lake Trasimeno, Montepulciano, Arezzo, and Siena are all within 30 to 60 minutes' drive.