LEARN ITALIAN AT PODERE CERBAIA
Learn Italian in Tuscany: Your Immersive Journey at Podere Cerbaia
Immerse yourself in the Italian language and culture at Podere Cerbaia, nestled in the heart of Tuscany. Our individual morning lessons are designed for your level (from absolute beginners to advanced) , and can be customized to your specific goals, whether whether you’re learning for leisure, business, or educational purposes.
Forget textbooks! We provide all necessary materials, though you’re welcome to bring any resources you’d like to integrate into the program. Our teaching method is both enjoyable and deeply immersive. You’ll learn through authentic everyday materials like recipe books, maps, Italian songs, advertisements, food labels, and road signs, allowing you to use the language from day one. This practical approach is always supported by a strong grammatical foundation.
“Learn Italian naturally as you live your day
in this enchanting place”
Podere Cerbaia also offers a beautiful library where art, literature and geography can be enjoyed and put in contest, all in Italian! After class, interaction with your teacher and her family throughout the day will make you experience ‘real life’ use of the language. The afternoon will be filled with relaxing activites of yuor choice such and reading a book under an olive tree, stroll in the vineyards, gardening, cooking in the big rustic kitchen or knitting, running errands in the village of San Donato SAN DONATO IN POGGIO – A Tiny, Lively Chianti Village – The Tuscan Mom
All inclusive: Aperitivo at sunset and welcome surprise. Car Park. Wifi
Learn Italian & Relax package
3 nights in double bedroom with bathroom & direct acess to the garden
3 Italian language lessons (3 hours each)
3 home cooked meals

Learn & Taste Italian package
5 nights in double bedroom with bathroom & direct acess to the garden
5 Italian language lessons (3 hours each)
5 home cooked meals & Cooking lessons


DREAM MORE FROM YOUR STAY?
Discover the beauty of tailor-made Italian language programs, crafted to fulfill your specific requests and desires.
A stay in Tuscany is an opportunity to fully immerse yourself, creating unforgettable memories. We’re here to shape YOUR experience
CONTACT USAdditional lessons
Half-day excursions
Wine tasting
Host a dinner for your friends
Wine included with all meals
Florence airport pick-up

WHO IS YOUR TEACHER
Your teacher will submerge you with her entussiasm for Italian language and love for Tuscany. Ilaria is a lawyer but after 25 years of practising and extensive business travels, has taken a break to slow down and enjoy the beauty of Podere Cerbaia in the company of her family.
Her task now is to share her passion for language with guests from all over Her enduring commitment began in 1995 during university, where she first learned to teach Italian.
She has extensive experience teaching Italian both in Italy and abroad. She continuously refines her methods, incorporating the latest teaching techniques and specializing in language teaching methodology (glottodidactics) through her studies at the University of Bologna.
Currently enrolled at the University of Bologna to study Geography.