Revel in the Italian Way and Inspire your Audience
We create epic experiences for unconventional leaders, looking to immerse their audience in a deeply inspiring lifestyle of creativity, play, relaxation, culinary delights, and enriching connections.
Ever dreamt of hosting your own retreat at an idyllic destination, where every logistical detail is thoughtfully handled for you?
We manage all the complexities necessary to create an extraordinary experience: We provide a gorgeous villa, jaw-dropping picturesque land, private chefs, local guides, and a highly experienced team to deliver a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable offering.
You can focus on enjoying your custom-made itinerary — all while we take care of all the organizational and logistical details.
Break away from the ordinary world.
Relish in a breathtaking land.
inspire your audience. be inspired.
We are an epic team of professional event planners, seasoned guides, passionate food enthusiasts, and avid travelers—all deeply in love with the Italian lifestyle.
Our stunning villa is a sustainable 15th-century olive and wine estate, only 45 minutes away from the city of Florence. After hosting retreats here for many years, we can safely say that our land is a portal for learning, opening people’s hearts, and inspiring them.
HOW DO WE DO IT?
1. We build it,
you Teach & RElaX
We’ll design an itinerary that is tailored to your teaching style and one that complements your content, while taking advantage of what our land has to offer.
2. INVITE YOUR COMMUNITY
Invite a small group of participants from within your community, and travel to Italy to teach or facilitate at your dream retreat!
3. Enjoy exclusive access
Your guests will have exclusive access to the entire villa, gardens, pool, vineyard trails, and meeting halls while the retreat is taking place.
4. we take care of the details
We provide full-service support during all stages of the planning and delivery, such as building custom webpage, handling registration questions, travel guidance for guests, and real-time support during your trip.
exclusive access
Your guests will have exclusive access to the entire villa, apartments, gardens, pool, and meeting halls while the retreat is taking place.
your content
It's up to you what & how much you teach. Others have done 2-4 hours/day, with free days in between for other activities or excursions.
Flexible Length
Length varies from 7-10 days and includes time for other fun activities and relaxation. These are intimate experiences of 10-20 participants.
We carefully design an all-inclusive experience and
guide your guests through a journey of discovery + vibrant lifestyle
The Details
What's Included
The Villa
tuscan country living
The Menu
Ancient tuscan cuisine
The Schedule
relax + connect + grow
THE MENTORS
An invaluable part of the Epic experience is our one-on-one interactions with mentors during and after their workshops. We've assembled a dream team to guide you on this journey! They're renown experts in the fields of longevity, culture & lifestyle, movement and ancestral cuisine.
Jason Prall
Director & Host of The Human Longevity Project Documentary Series
Graseilah Coolidge
Culture & Nutrition Expert,
Epic Gatherings Founder & Host
Sierra Campbell
Mindful Movement Instructor & Practitioner, Senior Care Expert
What people say...
Two years in a row, I’ve had the pleasure to partner with Epic Gatherings to bring my students to this marvelous land. I’ll never forget the first time I walked through the gates of the Villa through an archway of trees. My jaw dropped and I was filled with joyful awe: the reality of the setting completely surpassed the beautiful pictures I had seen. And my pleasure in the location only grew as I tasted our first sumptuous meal, as I met the staff, saw the rooms, and explored the grounds.
The estate is an amazing setting and Epic Gatherings was the liaison to unlock its wonders. The Villa belongs to a noble Florentine family dedicated to restoring it to its original glorious state after it was occupied by Germans during WWII. Between the rolling hills, wild white peacocks strolling free on the grounds, olive groves, vineyards, forest, and the air of Florentine history, it is a remarkable setting. One of the many aspects of what makes these experiences so unique is that Graseilah (Founder and Host) is related to the family who owns the Villa—so we are treated not as tourists, but as honored personal guests.
~ Bestselling Author, Laura Davis. Santa Cruz, California
“This is a real retreat where participants fill their heart with peace, their bellies with find food, and their need for time alone, time to write, and time for making friends all present. A delight for all the senses and a true growth experience.”
~ Cheryl Achterberg. Superior, Colorado
“If you want to spend time in an idyllic environment where there’s an opportunity to be creative while wining and dining in the regional cuisine, swimming, walking the trails around the property, studying the night sky, admiring the flowers and trees… This is the place for you.”
~ Leslie Lemons. Ann Arbor, Michigan
“The retreat surpassed all my expectations: from the food to the people, the staff, and everything that I was learning everyday… I leave with so much gratitude and a full heart. This is the type of experience you want to have at least once in your life.”
~ Angela Cassasa. Santiago, Chile.
Graseilah [villa host] was both professional and kind. I could tell right away that she was confident and proud of Italy and that she loved sharing Italian culture with us. She hired the best staff and executed everything to a tee.”
~ Kim Lanzillota. Los Angeles, California
“The villa is the Ideal setting/venue. Inspiring, connected to the earth, comfortable, and steep in history. How delightful to be surrounded by the estate’s creatures: Kenny, the most congenial dog on the planet, the ever-vocal peacocks, the farm cats, the floating butterflies, and the choir of birds.”
~ Gail Newel. Santa Cruz, California
“I had an amazing time. Being in such a majestic villa was one of the many highlights. Such a beautiful landscape: all the gardens, olive groves, vineyards and the old architecture… It really was Epic. It was so special to be in a place with so much history that still keeps ancient traditions alive for making olive oil, wine and living from the land.”
~ Clay Burns. Madrid, Spain
“It was so wonderful to start from day one feeling full of life and hope for the future. I mistakenly thought it would not be until “the end” of the retreat that I would feel the benefit. Rather, by the end my heart was as full as it has ever been. I came away with rich relationships, heartfelt revelations, and a sense of well-being I can share with the world around me.”
~ Kristin Farnum. Berkeley, California.
“The staff were extremely kind and accommodating. Graseilah is an amazing guide, who not only translated our choices at each meal, but also translated our desires to the staff and fielded any questions we had. She also had a great sense of humor.”
~ Karen Schuster. Newmarket, New Hampshire
“The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and healthy. The accommodations were spotless, and apartments were spacious. The grounds and the entire facility are nothing less than spectacular. We also had the best tour guides possible!”
~ Sharon Fleming. Denver, Colorado
“An out of this world setting. Lovely accommodations, abundant food, and great people. Graseilah [our host] was a great asset helping me prepare for my trip and while at the Villa. I really appreciated our Chef’s efforts to accommodate my gluten/lactose free restrictions. I loved it all!”
~ Sharon Duncan. Victoria, BC, Canada
I love places with soul, history and heart, Epic Tuscany has all of that. It was truly an epic experience to live the Italian lifestyle and see why so many people are centenarians. I will definitely come back to this retreat.
~ Dr. Liz Esalen. Santa Cruz, California
“This retreat was exactly what I needed to get away from my high functioning life and reconnect with what’s really important: uninterrupted life enjoyment, taking care of myself and sharing beautiful moments with awesome people. I’m so coming back!”
~ Virginia Freites. Florence, Italy
I would definitely recommend! Go to a new and beautiful spot. Meet and bond with wonderful people. Dig into your practice. Eat yummy food. Trust that your needs will be met.”
~ Joy Overstreet. Portland Oregon
Share your vision and Let us take care of the details
About Us
We believe that everyone is capable of thriving and rising to meet their full potential when given the right set of tools & lifestyle practices.
Our Mission
We share transformational experiences that support participants on their journey of self-discovery.
Our Offer
- Experiential learning
- Integrative approaches to wellness based on lifestyle
- Epic destination retreats