
Our team is here to ensure your experience matches your unique preferences
At Villa Poggio Scalette, our dedicated team of local experts is committed to ensuring your stay is as enchanting and unique as you've envisioned. We're here to craft bespoke itineraries tailored to your interests, recommend the best local dining and activities, and arrange exclusive in-home culinary experiences with chefs and caterers. Our mission is to provide personalized service, turning your Tuscan dream vacation into a reality filled with unforgettable moments.
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Simone Bindi
Simone Bindi is a dedicated professional in the short-term rental and hospitality sector, owning a charming farmhouse in nearby Vinci. With a degree in Tourism and Management obtained in 2016, Simone combines his academic insights and hands-on experience to manage properties with excellence. This blend of knowledge and practice allows him to offer a distinctive and hospitable experience to our guests, catering to a diverse range of needs in the rental experience.
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Luca Bindi
Luca Bindi is a passionate chef with a strong culinary foundation from the Istituto Alberghiero in Montecatini Terme. His career growth includes significant experiences in prestigious kitchens across locales like Gardone Riviera and Punta Ala, as well as in luxurious 5-star hotels. These experiences have honed his skills and culinary vision, leading to his current role as the Executive Chef at "4 Elementi". Luca is known for his creative flair, skillfully blending tradition with innovation, creating refined and high-quality dishes for his patrons.
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Giovanni Palmieri
Giovanni is an experienced guide who offers exceptional bespoke guided tours and transfers throughout Italy. Giovanni grew up in Naples, Italy, and developed a love for travel. He lived in South and North America, including 15 years in Tampa, Florida where he met his wife, Loreal, a Tampa native with Cuban heritage, who also loves to explore the world. They moved to Lucca, Italy, and noticed a lack of high-quality transportation services. Together, they created The Tuscan Wanderer. They pledge to every customer to share their beloved Italy in a way few can experience, using their shared local knowledge and passion for Italy's history, culture, and way of life.
