homestay in italia nella maremma con Virginia
Homestay with Virginia
in the Maremma, Tuscany
Homestay in the Maremma Tuscany. Staying with Virginia in the Maremma offers a unique chance to experience a serene, less-traveled part of Italy. This idyllic region, set between Livorno and Grosseto, boasts a landscape that includes everything from quaint coastal fishing villages and natural seaside sanctuaries to beautiful beaches and rolling hills. During your homestay with Virginia in southern Tuscany, you will discover these captivating locales like a local.
Virginia’s home provides a picturesque setting perfect for immersing yourself in the Italian language and culture. Surrounded by the gentle hills and near the shimmering sea, you can partake in Italian lessons on her back patio and join her mother for authentic pasta-making sessions. These experiences not only enhance your language skills but also deepen your appreciation of Italian culinary traditions and the overall cultural heritage of Maremma.
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Welcome Home to the Maremma: Virginia’s Homestay, nestled in the heart of Maremma, offers a tranquil retreat just 15 minutes by car from the stunning beaches of Tuscany—perfect for soaking up the sun. Virginia is always ready to drive you to these picturesque spots. The homestay is located near the small village of Marsiliana, which is dominated by a genuine, still-inhabited castle, adding a touch of historical charm to your stay.
Maremma itself is a region that will capture your heart with its coastal fishing villages, natural seaside oases, beautiful beaches, rolling hills, and captivating landscapes. It’s an ideal place to unwind and immerse yourself in serene beauty.
You will stay with Virginia and her family in their newly built and renovated home. Your accommodation includes a private bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. You can enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling fields from your bedroom window. Additionally, your room has a patio with private access from the garden, offering a personal space to relax outdoors. Virginia offers homestays with a minimum duration of one week, providing a full immersion into Italian culture and leisure.
Virginia’s Home in the Maremma, Tuscany
You will stay with Virginia and her family in their newly built and renovated home. Your accommodation includes a private bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. You can enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling fields from your bedroom window. Additionally, your room has a patio with private access from the garden, offering a personal space to relax outdoors. Virginia offers homestays with a minimum duration of one week, providing a full immersion into Italian culture and leisure.
Virginia, a teacher and mother who deeply loves the Tuscan countryside and its culture, has traveled extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Known for her quiet, patient nature, she enjoys gardening and cooking traditional Italian cuisine. In her expansive garden, she grows various plants and maintains an orchard and vegetable patch. During your stay, Virginia looks forward to teaching you how to make homemade pasta or pizza using fresh ingredients from her garden.
What to Expect from Virginia’s Homestay Language Course
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What to Expect from Virginia’s Language Course: Virginia Villani is an accomplished teacher with over 12 years of experience teaching languages in Italy and internationally, including Japan. She holds a university degree in Foreign Languages and Literature from the University of Venice. Virginia has dedicated much of her career to teaching Italian abroad and within Italy, transitioning in 2013 to offering personalized Italian lessons from her home in Tuscany. Here, students can immerse themselves in Italian culture and language through a custom-tailored Homestay program that considers the student’s needs, interests, age, and skill level.
Imagine learning Italian in an open-air classroom overlooking the stunning Tuscan landscape! Virginia offers one-on-one tutoring and can accommodate groups of up to six people in three double rooms, each with ensuite bathrooms and private garden access. This ensures personalized attention and a schedule that suits you.
The program is open to students from beginner to advanced levels and includes:
• Daily language lessons (Monday to Friday, available in 15, 20, or 30-hour weekly formats);
• Meals shared with Virginia’s family;
• Afternoon activities such as art and cultural tours, wine and food tours, and guided tours;
• Complimentary pick-up and drop-off at Orbetello railway station, with airport transfers from Fiumicino or Ciampino available upon request.
Excursions: Virginia will enhance your learning experience after class by driving you to practice your new language skills in real-world settings. She offers a variety of excursions that include food and wine tours, where you can taste local wines directly in the vineyards, discover the production process of virgin olive oil, and visit factories to see how ham, salami, and cheese are made. These hands-on experiences provide an engaging and effective environment for applying your lessons.
Attractions: The region is rich with cultural and natural sites. You can explore the historic towns of Pitigliano, Sorano, Sovana, and Capalbio, relax at the Saturnia thermal springs, and discover unique art at Tarot’s Garden and Daniel Spoerri’s Garden. The Regional Park of Maremma, Monte Argentario, Giglio Island, and towns like Massa Marittima and Magliano offer further adventures. Additionally, major cities such as Siena, Pisa, Florence, and Rome and charming towns like Montalcino, Montepulciano, Pienza, and Orvieto are all within a two-hour drive, making them perfect for day trips.
Booking Your Homestay with Virgina: Virginia offers readers of the Matta Blog a special rate for her Homestay experience in the Maremma.
