Experience the highlights of Tuscany and Umbria from Caseverdi Villa San Lorenzo is the quintessential gated Italian estate, set on 10 acres and ideally located between Florence and Rome. Our host, John Sahakian, will lead us in a variety of healing modalities, yoga, breath work and meditation. Learn to self soothe in his calm presence and return to your life restored, relaxed and indulged.
What makes our retreats different than the rest? We speak the language. We have lived in Italy. We own property there. We aren't just visiting a place for the first time, it's a second home for us. We are familiar with the area, the people, the producers, and we've curated and collaborated with the best of the best to share with you our version of La Dolce Vita.
Meet your host: John Sahakian
I help people shift their perspective so challenges become opportunities and insight and inner wisdom lead the way.
Welcome to Caseverdi. Arrivals and aperitivo. Settle in and get aquatinted with your fellow travelers
Let our private chef pamper and serve you a multi course meal with curated local wines with ingredients from Caseverdi's organic garden.
After dinner, John will lead the group in an evening meditation + stretching + breath session
Enjoy morning yoga on our patio and greet the day Italian style.
Enjoy fresh organic juices, cappuccinos and teas as well as gourmet breakfast made with farm eggs, and organic ingredients from our garden
Excursion includes lunch, cathedral tour, free time for shopping and wandering, wine tasting, or just sitting in the Piazza.
Learn lifestyle tips for stress reduction from John as well as Blue Zone Customs, recipes from the Italian regions of longevity.
Evening Meditation to enhance sleep, encourage self love and lead you into a dreamy deep sleep
Ferry to Maggiore with day hike on Isola Maggiore and picnic or Da Sauro lunch.
Enjoy a complete meal, centered around balanced nutrition, slow food at sunset served to you by Caseverdi's private chefs.
John will lead the group in some evening breath work, stretching and a restful sleep meditation.
Make 3 different handmade pastas with 3 different sauces, and enjoy eating them family style on the view patio.
John will lead the group in a healing meditation session
Gather on the patio for a morning session with John to start the day centered and grounded.
Linger at breakfast, enjoy organic juices, a healthy prepared breakfast, read a book, lounge in a chaise, practice some self care
Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet. Sample and taste the best olive oils, enjoy a prepared lunch, and wine tasting in a local vineyards.
Escape to the magical Fonteverde Spa Thermal Pools. Enjoy a spay lunch and afterwards, lounge in the warm medicinal pools and jacuzzi. Entrance to the spa and lunch are included. Optional massages are available as an add on.
John will lead the group in a pre Hunter's Full Moon Sound Bath and Meditation.
Continue your travels restored and ready to receive abundance from the Universe.
You will be spoiled upon arrival at Caseverdi. A curated gift bag with health conscious treats awaits you. As well as the usual offerings - Caseverdi is pre stocked with organic shower gels, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and 100% cotton linens. Pack light and enjoy the freedom.
Caseverdi is a renovated Italian Villa, set in the countryside of Central Italy. With a gourmet kitchen, 8 bedrooms (all with en-suite bathrooms) this Villa is unique in its offerings. High ceilings, peaceful views of the surrounding land and lake welcome you.
Enjoy daily breakfasts, selected lunches and multi course dinners with curated wine courses prepared by our Private Chefs with ingredients from Caseverdi's organic gardens.
Led by John Sahakian, a variety of morning and evening classes focusing on healing modalities, stress reduction, improved relationships with self and others
Caseverdi's in villa Cooking Class will teach you how to create 2 types of pasta with 2 different sauces, highlighting the balance and fresh flavors Italy is known for.
Optional brief overview sharing "Our Story" and tips on optimizing value when purchasing a property in Italy
While tipping is not required, we trust that if the experience warrants it, the group will pool tips for the staff and service providers.
Golf at Lamborghini Tenuta (9 holes)
Private Coaching Sessions with John Sahakian
Fresh floral bouquets delivered to your room
Truffle hunting experience with gourmet lunch and wine tasting
In Villa Massages