Villa Merlo Nero

Villa Merlo Nero is a private estate located just 3 kilometers from the center of Florence, Tuscany, surrounded by the rolling Tuscan hills. Established in 2000, this elegant villa combines Italian and Tuscan styles with romantic and sophisticated touches, offering a setting rich in history and tradition. The estate features a beautifully maintained Italian maze garden, which serves as a distinctive backdrop for photography and outdoor ceremonies.

The villa accommodates up to 26 guests in 13 bedrooms, providing kitchen facilities and comfortable lounges. Indoor and outdoor event spaces can host up to 60 seated guests or 80 with a tent, with standing capacity reaching 100. Notable interior spaces include the Red Banquet Lounge, filled with art and history, the handcrafted Chinese Room, and the Piano Lounge with antique furnishings. A covered terrace overlooks the maze garden and can host dinners or aperitifs for up to 40 guests.

Outdoor areas include a park with various ceremony spots such as the spacious Giardino Fortuny lawn with Tuscan steps and a more intimate olive tree area near the swimming pool. The combination of indoor elegance and outdoor natural beauty creates a versatile venue for weddings, corporate events, retreats, and social celebrations.