Local Secrets

An Insiders' Tuscany

Skip the crowded tourist trails. We have gathered a highly personal map of our personal favorite restaurants, cafes, cocktail bars and off-the-beaten path locations to live the Tuscan life like a local during your stay.

Casa Laurus reed diffuser home fragrance by source adage, Riparbella, Tuscany
Casa Laurus reed diffuser home fragrance by source adage, Riparbella, Tuscany
Our Curated Map

Experiences that go above and beyond

Culinary Heritage

Tuscan with a Twist

Local cuisine needs no alteration...but when three generations of local chefs team up to run two of the local restaurants to great acclaim, a personal touch is the through line to see Tuscan cuisine at its best. Book a cooking class for the full experience.

Wine Culture

Boutique vineyards

Hailed as an emergent wine region in itself, Riparbella boasts 9 independent, award-winning wineries, including Tenuta Prima Pietra, Caiarossa and DueMani, with exceptional reds, whites and rosés crafted by master winemakers and enjoyed world-wide.

Let us book a tasting for you.

Rows of grapevines on a rolling Tuscan hillside during golden hour, soft warm light illuminating the green leaves and rich soil, 35mm film aesthetic.
Rows of grapevines on a rolling Tuscan hillside during golden hour, soft warm light illuminating the green leaves and rich soil, 35mm film aesthetic.
Close-up of fresh handmade pici pasta on a rustic wooden table, dusted with flour, warm morning window light casting soft shadows, 35mm film aesthetic.
Close-up of fresh handmade pici pasta on a rustic wooden table, dusted with flour, warm morning window light casting soft shadows, 35mm film aesthetic.

Fragrance Connection

Casa Laurus Scent

Participate in a fragrance-making workshop or shop niche perfumes, including the exclusive Casa Laurus all-natural home fragrance, at adage studio olfattivo located on the ground floor of the palazzo.

Slow Living

Our hand-bound valley guide

Every guest receives our hand-bound journal detailing secret paths, seasonal harvests, and quiet corners. This is our personal invitation to experience the authentic soul of our home.

Begin your slow-paced escape

Secure your reservation at Casa Laurus and experience the true, quiet rhythm of our Tuscan valley.