La Certosa
A Monastery Reborn into Quiet Luxury.
Where centuries of silence meet contemporary comfort and heartfelt hospitality. La Certosa di Maggiano is an historic monastery reborn as a boutique retreat, where peace feels natural, the staff feels like family, and every moment unfolds slowly, gently, beautifully.
Just two kilometres from Siena,
yet surrounded by silence, gardens and olive trees, La Certosa di Maggiano is a rare refuge of calm just outside the city walls. a Carthusian monastery dating back to 1314, it has been transformed into an intimate property with only 22 uniquely designed rooms, ensuring an atmosphere that never feels busy, never rushed, only serene, warm and deeply relaxing.
Here, the sense of space and privacy is immediate. The outdoor pool area offers double loungers, cushioned daybeds and quiet corners made for napping, reading or simply doing nothing, a luxury in itself. Under the pergola, wrapped in greenery, breakfast is served in the soft morning light, and throughout the day the atmosphere remains gentle and unhurried.
Dining is a highlight: the indoor restaurant offers refined yet authentic Tuscan cuisine, while summer meals under the wisteria pergola and open-air spaces feel effortless and elegant. The staff is truly exceptional, attentive without pressure, warm without intrusion. You feel recognised, welcomed, and quietly taken care of.
With gardens, cloisters, lounges, a billiard room, a library and even a functioning church, La Certosa offers endless corners to pause and breathe. It is the perfect base for exploring Siena and Tuscan culture, yet equally the kind of place where you slow down, settle, and simply exist in peace.
Why I LOVE IT
Because it is Peaceful. Because it is Intimate.
Because despite being close to Siena, it feels deeply private, never overcrowded, never loud, always calm.
I love this place for the serenity that surrounds it, for the slow rhythm of mornings under the pergola, for the spacious pool beds where time stretches out lazily. And I especially love it for the staff, genuinely warm, attentive, and exceptional at making guests feel welcomed and remembered.
La Certosa di Maggiano is not just beautiful, it is a place that cares for you.
Details
La Certosa di Maggiano offers just 22 individually designed rooms and suites, some of which can interconnect, ensuring privacy, intimacy, and a sense of calm rare to find so close to a city. The property originates from a historic Carthusian monastery, complete with ancient cloisters, vast gardens, and open green spaces surrounded by olive trees.
The most recent renovation (2025) has elevated comfort without compromising history: today, guests can enjoy a unique balance of heritage, quietness, and contemporary hospitality. A functioning church still holds Sunday and holiday mass, offering an authentic connection with the local community, while an outdoor chapel creates a romantic setting for small ceremonies, engagements or elopements.
The atmosphere remains consistently peaceful, intimate, warm, never overcrowded, making Certosa an ideal retreat for guests seeking space to breathe, reflect and simply enjoy.
22 individually designed rooms & suites
Historic monastery architecture with cloisters and gardens
Large outdoor swimming pool with cushioned daybeds
Solarium overlooking the monastery
Wisteria pergola breakfast terrace
Indoor restaurant and stylish outdoor dining areas
Magnolia Bar & Lounge
Billiard room, colourful library, lounges & common living spaces
Outdoor chapel for romantic ceremonies
Private olive-lined gardens
Pet-friendly
Open all year round
Free high-speed Wi-Fi
Custom in-room amenities
Barrier-free rooms and common areas
Private parking (complimentary)
Tennis court
Concierge & reception service
Tailor-made experiences available
Corporate and private event capability
Helicopter landing pad
Siena, just 2 km from Piazza del Campo, yet immersed in nature