INFORMATION
The great thing about The Lazy Olive is that its equidistant from Florence and Rome and relatively easy to get to from the local airports. However, we recommend different airports if you are travelling from different places.
From the USA
If you're flying from Atlanta, Los Angeles and other U.S. cities, you'll arrive at the Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino International Airport, which is large, modern and has excellent access to trains and public transportation. If you want to save time and eliminate layovers, you can catch a daily non-stop flight to Rome from these U.S. cities.
Atlanta
A non-stop flight to Rome from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport takes about 10 hours. Delta operates a number of top-rated daily flights. If you're already a frequent flyer, you can earn points on Air France, KLM and Alitalia code-share flights, which are serviced by Delta as well.
Boston
Travelers from Boston may enjoy an excellent non-stop service to Rome with Alitalia. The eight-hour flight is operated exclusively by Alitalia although they do have a code-sharing agreement with Delta, Air France and KLM.
Chicago
There are three non-stop flights a day from O'Hare International Airport operated by American Airlines, United and Alitalia. Each of these carriers offer code-sharing agreements with other airlines: American have partnered with British Airways, Finnair and Iberia. United is partnered with Lufthansa. While Alitalia provides service for Delta, Air France and KLM. The average flight time from Chicago is just over nine and a half hours.
Los Angeles
Alitalia operates a daily non-stop flight between LAX and Fiumicino International. Customers can also book code-share flights through Delta, Air France and KLM. The flight from Los Angeles to Rome takes nearly 12 hours.
Miami
The flight from Miami to Rome is just under 10 hours. Alitalia provides non-stop service and operates additional direct flights for Delta, Air France and KLM.
New Jersey
If you live in the tri-state area and are traveling to Italy, Newark Liberty International Airport is an excellent starting point. The duration for flights to Rome is just eight hours 40 minutes, and prices are generally competitive. Newark is one of the top three hubs for United. The carrier operates its own non-stop flights and provides code-share service for Lufthansa.
New York
Local travelers who don't want to fly out of Newark can book non-stop flights that leave from JFK International. Delta and Alitalia are two of the largest carriers providing direct flights to Rome in partnership with Air France and KLM. American Airlines provides the same service, which can also be booked through Finnair, British Airways and Iberia.
From the UK/EUROPE
Florence Airport known as Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola. It is well serviced and has flights from London City Airport & London Gatwick Airport. This will only leave you a short stretch to the Province of Siena and is the closest airport to the venue and Siena.
Alternatively Pisa International Airport also know as Galileo Galilei Airport is the best serviced from all major UK airports with extremely competitive flights. *Please note your best option is to rent a car from this airport.
Either way, please check flights online and we are sure you will make the best decision. Visiting Italy at this time of year is stunning! Bon Voyage.
Americans visiting Italy as tourists and intending to drive should obtain an "International Driving Permit" before leaving the U.S. It's pretty easy to do if you follow the directions below:
Contact your nearest AAA office to obtain an IDP. www.aaa.com/office/
If the permit expires while abroad, you may apply for a new one by mail through the American Automobile Association (AAA), Worldwide Travel Dept., 1000 AAA Dr., Heathrow, FL 32746, tel. (407) 444-7000, fax (407) 444-7380.
In the event of renting, we recommend taking out full insurance coverage for safe guarding.
For those of you wanting the medieval experience then why not stay in Siena? Italy's loveliest medieval city, and a trip worth making even if you are in Tuscany for just a few days. Siena's heart is it's central piazza known as Il Campo, known worldwide for the famous Palio run here, a horse race run around the piazza two times every summer. Movie audiences worldwide can see Siena and the Palio in the James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace.
So we haven't gone ahead with a shuttle to the venue we advise booking a taxi. The hotels should be able to do this for you if not please book through Siena Radio Taxi (information below)
Siena Radio Taxi +39 0577 49222 *advise to book last minute. Also get the same Taxi Driver to take you TO/ FROM the Lazy Olive so he/she knows where they are returning too.
Please look up the hotels below:
Hotel Duomo 3-star
Via Stalloreggi 38, 53100 Siena, Italy (350 yards from the centre)
+39 0577 289088
Hotel Palazzetto Rosso 3-star
Via dei Rossi, 38-42, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
+39 0577 236197
Hotel Athena 4-star
Via Paolo Mascagni 55, 53100 Siena, Italy
+39 0577 286313
NH Siena 4-star
Via dei Rossi, 38-42, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
+39 0577 236197
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione 5-star
Via Banchi di Sopra, 85, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
+39 0577 56011
Our wedding day is semi-formal/dressy casual attire. We encourage you to wear bright colours and festive outfits for our Italian wedding celebration! That being said, our wedding events will take place outdoors (with some cover) and the weather can always vary. Please check the local weather forecast prior to the event. We will provide shawls for evening time.
The reason we loved this place was because of the remoteness. That being said we got lost on our first attempt trying to find it. Please follow these directions to help make it easier. We will also mark the route with RED MARKERS so to make it easier.
From Pisa:
Take SGC Firenze - Pisa - Livorno to Strada Regionale 429 di Val d'Elsa/SR429 in Empoli. Take exit Empoli from SGC Firenze - Pisa - Livorno
32 min (47.0 km)
Get on Raccordo Autostradale Firenze - Siena in Poggibonsi from SR429, Strada Regionale di Val d'Elsa and Strada Regionale 429 di Val d'Elsa
41 min (38.1 km)
Continue on Raccordo Autostradale Firenze - Siena. Take E78/SS73 and Raccordo Siena-Bettolle to SP64 in Rapolano Terme. Take exit Serre di Rapolano from Raccordo Siena-Bettolle
42 min (62.4 km)
Continue on SP64 to SP438 Take left at junction. Continue on the road for 900m then Take a right on to the Gravel road. This will be where the first Red Marker will be.
From Florence:
Get on SGC Firenze - Pisa - Livorno from Viadotto del Ponte all'Indiano
5 min (4.3 km)
Follow A1/E35 and Raccordo Siena-Bettolle to Rapolano Terme. Take exit Asciano from Raccordo Siena-Bettolle
1 h 14 min (118 km)
Follow Strada Provinciale Lauretana/SP10 and SP438
5 min (3.8 km)
Once you are on the SP10 you will arrive at the SP10/SP438 junction please turn right. Then 1.2 km down the road you will see the exit for The Lazy Olive. There will be a Red Marker there.
From Rome:
Take Via Mario de Bernardi to A91
2 min (2.0 km)
Take Grande Raccordo Anulare/A90, A1dir/E35, A1 and Raccordo Siena-Bettolle to your destination in Rapolano Terme. Take exit Asciano from Raccordo Siena-Bettolle
2 h 12 min (227 km)
Take Strada Provinciale Lauretana/SP10 to SP438 turn right. Then 1.2 km down the road you will see the exit for The Lazy Olive. There will be a Red Marker there.
*PLEASE NOTE YOU HAVE TO ACCESS THE LAZY OLIVE FROM THE SP483 ROAD
We love it around Tuscany and thoroughly recommend renting a car and making a trip of it. There is plenty to see and take in, especially in the month of October.
The venue is situated about 35-40 mins by car from Siena.
Taxi service from Siena to The Lazy Olive Villa can be organised in advance at the cost of €70 each way.
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Below are local accommodations recommended by The Lazy Olive owners:
*Please be sure to check Airbnb and booking.com for other options.
Weekly Rentals
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Neighbouring Properties
Agriturismo Aia Vecchia di Montalceto
loc. Montalceto 53041 Asciano (Siena) owner Chiara
on the same gravel road 1.5 km from The Lazy Olive Villa, walking distance (almost)
Mid-Price 30 people max, five self-catering apartments, swimming pool
www.agriturismoaiavecchia.com
Podere Fornacino
loc. Fornacino 53041 Asciano (Siena)
on the same gravel road 900 meters walking distance from The Lazy Olive Villa
Mid-Price 14-16 people max, four self-catering apartments, swimming pool
(run by the Agency, Grumpy Girls)
barbara@ilcasolare.net
www.ilcasolare.net/en/search-our-selection-of-holiday-homes/item/casa-vacanze-042michelangelo
Nearby (10 min)
Agriturismo Baccoleno
Podere Baccoleno Asciano (Siena) 20 min by car from The Lazy Olive Villa
Mid-Price 26 people max, eight self-catering apartments, swimming pool
agriturismobaccoleno.it/en/
Nightly Rentals
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Agriturismo Podernuovo
loc. Podernuovo 53041 Asciano (Siena)
on the same gravel road 900 meters from The Lazy Olive Villa, walking distance (almost)
Inexpensive, swimming pool
www.agriturismopodernuovo.com
The Meadow
Trequanda (Siena) 15 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Inexpensive, one apartment with two double bedrooms, full privacy, small swimming pool, lovely owners that also live on-site
www.airbnb.it/rooms/17562195
Il Castello Delle Serre
Serre di Rapolano (Siena) 10 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Luxury Double Rooms about 250 EUR per night, swimming pool
www.castellodelleserre.com/pages/main_it
Agriturismo San Lorenzo
Serre di Rapolano (Siena) 10min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Medium-priced rooms, self-catering apartments, swimming pool
www.agriturismosanlorenzo.eu/eng/
Podere Alberese
Asciano (Siena) 10 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Medium-priced rooms, swimming pool
www.poderealberese.it
B&B Palazzo Bizzarri
Serre di Rapolano (Siena) 10 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
2 rooms, family owned
www.palazzobizzarri.it
Podere Le Case
Serre di Rapolano (Siena) 10 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
mariangelaciorba@tiscali.it
B&B le Logge di Sopra
SP 438 Lauretana, Asciano (Siena)
15 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Simple accommodations
www.leloggedisopra.it
Hotel il Bersagliere/La Pace
Via Roma 41, 53041 Asciano (Siena) 10 min drive from The Lazy Olive Villa
Simple accomodations
www.bersagliere.net/
Terme S.Giovanni Rapolano
Via Terme San Giovanni, 52 Rapolano Terme (Siena)
15 min drive from The Lazy Olive
Mid-price, thermal pools, spa
www.termesangiovanni.it/en/home
We are offering on-site childcare at the Lazy Olive on Saturday, 26 October 2019 (our wedding day). Small children are of course welcome to accompany our guests at the ceremony, however the reception and dinner will be adults only. We will have 2 nannies on-site at our villa to assist with wedding childcare if this is your preference.
Please contact Liz and Lorenzo directly with any questions about the arrangements. We will work with our planner, Daniella, to ensure you are taken care of that day. If you are staying nearby, she can also provide local childcare suggestions for you.