Villa Ferraia, recently restored to exacting standards, is a luxury villa sitting on a secluded mountain top near the medieval hamlet of Castello di Tocchi, about 20kms south of Siena. In the extensive gardens there's a beautiful pool, and the surrounding lawns are dotted with sunbeds, chairs and umbrellas, providing guests with the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the sunshine and the breathtaking views of the Merse river valley.

The airy, beautifully appointed Villa is privately owned. The 15 bedrooms are smart, comfortable and cool, and all have ensuite bath or shower rooms with complimentary Florentine soaps and shampoos. The beds are made up with fine linens.

The friendly in:spa team of specialist chefs, nutritionists, yoga instructors, masseurs and personal trainers will be hosting several weeks here in the gorgeous Tuscan countryside during 2008, including the Bank Holiday weekends at the start and end of May. The in:spa team will ensure maximum benefits for all our guests, such as weight-loss, improved fitness, stress relief and a heightened sense of wellbeing. Every day at in:spa is inspiring and unique, but to get an idea of how your day may be structured, read on.

This day starts with yoga on the terrace as the sun washes over the Tuscan hills. By breakfast time you will be feeling supple and refreshed, ready for fresh fruit, home made muesli, yummy smoothies and freshly squeezed juices. An excellent kick-start both to the day and your health and fitness plans. We then head out for a morning of hiking in the hills to invigorate your body and stimulate your metabolism and, of course, enjoy the quintessential Italian countryside. Just like yoga and exercise classes, hikes are tailored to all levels of fitness so everyone can join in at their own pace. For example, the hikes tend to form into three groups: the fit, the moderately fit, and those who prefer a less strenuous walk. But they are always great fun!

After a light, fresh, detoxifying lunch, the afternoons are varied and, depending on the day, your personally tailored in:spa programme may include small group yoga instruction, personal fitness training or nutritional consultations. In addition, a regular massage will help to relax, restore and prepare you for the week's activities. There will also be plenty of time to soak up the sun by the swimming pool.

The day winds down with dinner in the magnificent dining room or on the pretty courtyard terrace. Dinners are a showcase of delicious, fresh, healthy cuisine - much of it picked from the Villa's own vegetable garden - which our chef is always pleased to discuss and explain with those guests who are interested in creating cleansing cuisine for when they return home. Dress is relaxed and informal.

High points of the week include stunning hikes in the Tuscan countryside direct from the Villa, gorgeous views from the pool, and the inspiring in:spa team. You can always organise your flights to include some time in Rome, Florence or Siena before or after your stay, or we can happily organise a day trip for you to Siena during your in:spa holiday.

The in:spa team looks forward to welcoming you and ensuring you have a magical week.

Prices include:	7 nights accommodation all rooms have their own ensuite bathrooms all meals and beverages airport transfers with recommended flights all group physical activities – i.e. yoga classes, hiking, group circuits one on one nutrition consultation one on one personal training session small yoga class for individuals at different levels: beginners, intermediary and advanced. three deep tissue massages constant access to team members throughout the day and evening
Prices exclude:	Flights, personal insurance, laundry, telephone and internet usage.
in:spa intense:	Please note that in:spa intense holidays are charged at £200 per guest more than in:spa classic weeks. This is due to the requirement for additional personnel and additional items in guests' schedule for the week.
Dates:	For holiday dates, click here
Group size:	maximum 30 guests.
Passport:	There are no formal entry requirements for EU passport holders travelling to Italy.
Health:	There are no inoculations required of travellers.

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