One-Week Retreat in Tuscany

with focus on leather craftsmanship

TRAVEL COLLECTION

SEPT 14-21 or 21-28, 2025

After years of non-stop work and research for the best collaborators,

we are finally able to share an itinerary into tradition, elegance and refinement in the warm land of Mugello Valley,

the undiscovered countryside just 40 minutes drive from Florence, Italy.

manifesto

A splendid retreat to the beautiful rolling hills of Tuscany while investigating the authentic craftsmanship of a Master of Leathersmithing, Stefano Parrini.

Experience the slow pace of rural life, in connection with the comforts of modernity and the delicious cuisine of the local area.

An itinerary into tradition, elegance and refinement in the warm land of Tuscany,

in an intimate group limited to a maximum of 12 people + 1 trip guide.

Mugello Area

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Rolling hills of vineyards in Tuscany during sunset with green and golden fields and scattered trees.

1-Week in the countryside of Florence, Tuscany - Italy

Synonymous with unspoilt landscapes, typical flavors and culture. Located a few kilometers north of Florence, the Mugello area is a wide green valley formed by mountains and hills, woods of oaks and chestnuts and crossed by the river Sieve, one of the major rivers that flow into the Arno.

Mugello is the birthplace land of the Medici dynasty, the banking family that - in more than 400 years of government - transformed Florence into one of the noblest cities in Europe.

If there is a landscape that has been used for art more than any other, it certainly is the one of the Mugello Valley. Vicchio di Mugello is a pleasant small village that gave birth to Giotto and Beato Angelico, inspiring them - as well as Benvenuto Cellini - in the creation of their magnificent works. 

Craft-focused journey

Leather Working: An Art with important Tuscan origins

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An elderly man with glasses and long hair is painting a decorative design on a large clay pot at a work table filled with tools.

Tuscany has always been one of the main centers of leather production and processing. It was in this region that the art of leather working started evolving in the 1200s.

The river Arno was fundamental to the development of the tanning industry and for the production of Florentine leather: its presence facilitated the transportation of goods and was in its waters, upstream and downstream from the Ponte Vecchio, that the hides were left to soak for tanning.

Florentine leather original manufacture, rooted in centuries of tradition, is still mostly practiced entirely by hand.

• 3-full day Experience in Artistic Leather Work

Stefano Parrini will open his workshop, a typical Tuscan bottega, holding a private course - lasting 3 days - allowing each participant to discover the endless facets of leather industry and teaching how to manipulate vegetable tanned leather. 

At the end of the course, each participant will have made a small leather design box, customized according to their preferences under the guidance of the Master Craftsman.

A full designed itinerary

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Experiences and Activities

Person wearing black sweater using a pasta machine to make fresh noodles, with a ball of dough and a knife on a marble countertop.

Two Cooking Classes

Directly at the farmhouse two cooking classes will be held by the owner of the property, an exceptional cook.

Each class has a duration of 2 hours, during which several Italian culinary secrets will be discovered!

Truffle Hunting

Do you have a nose for truffles ?

Immersed in nature, take your time for a walk through the oak woods of the estate. Accompanied by a truffle hunter and his special dog, you will be able to find various types of truffles, based on the season…

A singular dinner will be prepared using the hunted truffles and other fresh seasonal products!

Olive Oil Tasting

Warmth, scent, savor, discovery…

1 hour seminar discovering various types of olive oils produced in the area.

Wine: A Taste of Mugello’s Pinot Noir

Let yourself be enchanted by the beauty and the authenticity of a family-run Tuscan Winery since 2016.

A completely new and unexplored story that still has a lot to tell: a fine and full-bodied red wine, able to give a 360-degree flavor experience!

Vineyard&Cellar tour with tasting of 3 wines and nibbles.

Luxury Farm Mansion Stay

Accommodation Facility

A farm mansion located in the Mugello Valley, that guarantees a refuge based on hospitality and tranquility - typical aspects of rural life - in conjunction with every desirable comfort.

A place in Tuscany where nature’s rhythm marks the passing of the hours, where everything is genuine and authentic as in times gone by.

Natural materials as stone, wood, terracotta floors and untouched trees and plants; to embrace the property a private natural park organized with equipped relaxation areas and pool.

Divided into apartments and enriched with design objects and important artistic works of careful selection by the owners; this farmhouse represents a journey in refinement and elegance. 

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Stone building with four windows, some with brick accents, surrounded by potted plants and greenery in a garden.

A place in Tuscany where nature’s rhythm marks the passing of the hours, where everything is genuine and authentic as in times gone by.

A cozy hotel bedroom with a vaulted wooden ceiling, white walls, a large bed with white linens and rolled towels, a small couch with yellow pillows, potted plants, and wooden window shutters.
Dining room with a green table and mixed colorful chairs, a wooden cabinet, paintings on the wall, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative vase with flowers, in a room with a tiled floor, wood ceiling beams, and a doorway leading to a kitchen.
Bathroom featuring wooden cabinets, a white sink with toiletries, a mirror, a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a small wooden shelving unit with decor, and potted plant.

WHEN?

September 14-21

or September 21-28

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

7-night stay in a refined farm mansion in Mugello

7 breakfasts and 7 dinners

1 lunch + wine tasting in a splendid family-run winery

All activities

  • Leather Creative Experience

  • 2 Cooking Classes

  • Oil Sensory Experience

  • Truffle Hunting

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?

Flights

Transfers

Lunches

Things/Services/Activities/Experiences not mentioned

intimate group of 6 to a maximum of 12 people + trip guide

EUR 3.600,00 /per person in queen room (occupancy: 2 people)

+EUR 400,00 /per person in queen room for single use (occupancy: 1 person)

Join us for a one-week retreat in the heart of Tuscany, led by Jane Leek whose life has been shaped by sixteen years of travel, cultural exchange, and deep listening.

meet the guide

Black and white portrait of a woman with long wavy hair, smiling and wearing a light-colored top and earrings.

With sixteen years of travel, cultural exchange, and deep listening, Jane has wandered the world with an open heart-chasing not just places, but connection, language, and meaning. 

Among the most cherished chapters was her time in Italy, where she fell deeply in love with the people, their rhythms of life, and the way they pour themselves into food, togetherness, and long conversations.

She became fluent in their language, fluent too in the art of presence. She was taken in by a master leather craftsman, Stefano Parrini, who welcomed her like a daughter into his home and taught her with patience and pride the art of handmade leatherwork.

She hopes to pass along the beauty she’s gathered - of craft, of culture, and of the quiet intimacy found in learning alongside others - in true Italian style.

FAQs

  • An example of a daily schedule

    Arrival Day Arrival at the accommodation, at the time you prefer
    Free Time - To enjoy your own rhythm and discover the place, rooms keys will be handed from 3:00pm
    7:00 - 8:00pm Welcome Dinner

    Daily Schedule
    06:30 - 08:30am Breakfast
    09:00am Head to Stefano Parrini’s Studio/Activities at the Accommodation
    12:30- 1:30pm Lunch
    2:00 - 4:00pm Hands-on Workshop with the Master Leather Artisan Stefano Parrini/Free Time at the Accommodation
    5:00 - 7:00pm Activities/Free Time at the Accommodation
    7:00 - 8:00pm Dinner

    Departure Day
    06:30 - 08:30am Breakfast
    10:00am Rooms Check Out Departure, at the time you prefer

  • Peretola FLR (Florence) Airport “Amerigo Vespucci”, 30 min drive to/from the farmhouse

    PSA Pisa Airport, 1h30min drive to/from the farmhouse

    Bologna BLQ Airport “Guglielmo Marconi", 1h drive to/from the farmhouse

  • Contact us for your private transfer directly to the accommodation

  • Every evening, there will be Annamaria - the owner of the property - who will be cooking typical italian dishes for the whole group.

    We can cater to many dietary requirements, including vegan or vegetarian options.

    If you have any kind of food allergy, it is essential to contact us by email at info@rirami.com, before booking, so we can discuss if we can safely accommodate your needs.

  • The payment of the retreat (EUR 3.600,00 if traveling as a couple and EUR 4.000,00 if traveling as a single) is to be made in 3 times through payments links for all credit/debit cards.

    The first payment (deposit) is not refundable and will only be accepted upon reaching the minimum number of participants (6) required to confirm the journey.

  • You will want to make sure your passport is valid for entry. Visa rules can be different based on where you're from, so it's smart to check beforehand. Also, your passport should be good for at least 3 months after you plan to leave Europe. Keep an eye on the entry rules - they can switch up on you. For those coming from the US, hop onto Travel.State.Gov for all the details!

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