Guided Tour of San Leo Cashmere Farm & Goat Experience4.4(346 Reviews)3 hours
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4.4(346 Reviews)
Guided Tour of San Leo Cashmere Farm & Goat Experience
3hDuration
Max 12 peopleGroup Size
ItalianSpeaking Guide
Mobile ticketAccepted
About this experience
Duration3 Hours
Group SizeSmall Group
Starts AtSan Leo Cashmere Farm
LanguagesItalian
Farm Experience · San Leo · Italy
San Leo Cashmere: Farm Experience
From stable to yarn — discover the full story of Italian cashmere in the hills of San Leo
This guided cashmere farm experience in San Leo offers an intimate look at how one of the world's finest natural fibers is produced, processed, and transformed into handcrafted garments by skilled artisans.
The visit unfolds across the working areas of the farm, beginning at the stable, continuing through the yarn laboratory, and concluding with a relaxed snack in the garden. Each stage connects visitors to the rhythms of rural Italian life and the careful craft that defines the San Leo Cashmere brand.
Guardian dogs and a trained border collie are active participants in the farm's daily operations, and guests witness a live demonstration of flock management during the tour. The combination of animal husbandry, artisan fiber processing, and local gastronomy makes this a layered and memorable outing.
Tour Highlights
Meet the cashmere goat herd and learn about the annual fleece collection cycle in May.
Watch Maremma-Abruzzo guardian dogs Lea, Argo, and Nina at work protecting the flock.
See a live sheep dog demonstration with border collie Brando managing the flock.
Observe hands-on cashmere processing: combing, washing, drying, de-gassing, and carding.
Browse finished cashmere products including garments for adults, babies, and children.
Enjoy a closing snack with local pecorino, salami, San Leo bread, seasonal fruit, water, and wine.
Discover how tailor-made cashmere garments are created on request at the farm laboratory.
Tour Itinerary
1
Welcome at the Stable
The tour begins at the stable where guests are introduced to the cashmere goat herd. The guide explains the farm's core activities, the animals' life cycle, and the annual fiber collection period in May.
2
Guardian Dogs and Flock Protection
Meet Lea, Argo, and Nina, three Maremma-Abruzzo sheepdogs whose role is to protect the flock around the clock. The guide explains how this ancient breed has been used in Italian pastoralism for centuries.
3
Sheep Dog Demonstration with Brando
Border collie Brando leads a short live demonstration of flock management. Guests observe how trained commands guide the goats efficiently across the farm grounds.
4
Yarn Laboratory Visit
Inside the yarn laboratory, the guide walks through each stage of cashmere processing: manual combing of the goats, cold-water washing with natural detergents, air drying, de-gassing, carding, and the final yarn cone. Finished products are displayed for guests to examine.
5
Garden Snack with Local Products
The visit concludes with a relaxed snack in the garden featuring pecorino cheese, salami, San Leo bakery bread, seasonal fruits, water, and wine. This is a moment to unwind and reflect on the experience.
What Is Included
Included
Professional guided tour of the farm
Stable visit and goat herd introduction
Live sheep dog demonstration with Brando
Yarn laboratory tour and processing explanation
View of finished cashmere product range
Garden snack with local products
Water and wine during the snack
Not Included
Personal cashmere purchases
Transport to and from the farm
Gratuities for the guide
Important Information
This is an easy-rated outdoor and indoor experience suitable for most visitors. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
Duration
Approximately 3 hours including all farm sections and the garden snack.
Meeting Point
San Leo Cashmere Farm. Specific directions are provided upon booking confirmation.
What to Bring
Comfortable closed-toe shoes, seasonal clothing, and a camera if you wish to photograph the animals and the landscape.
Cancellation
Cancellation policies are confirmed at the time of booking. Contact the host directly for specific terms.
Accessibility
The tour includes both outdoor farm areas and an indoor laboratory. Guests with mobility concerns should contact the host in advance to discuss access arrangements.
Age Range
Suitable for all ages. The farm produces items specifically for babies and children, and the experience is family-friendly.
Book Your Farm Experience
Secure your place at San Leo Cashmere for an authentic encounter with Italian artisan tradition, working animals, and the full journey from fleece to finished garment.
The laboratory section covers manual combing of the goats, cold-water washing of raw fiber with natural detergents, air drying, de-gassing, carding, and the production of yarn cones. Finished cashmere products such as scarves, gloves, hats, sweaters, and baby items are also displayed.
Is the sheep dog demonstration included in every tour?▼
Yes, a short live demonstration with border collie Brando is part of the standard guided visit. The three Maremma-Abruzzo guardian dogs are also present on the farm.
Can I purchase cashmere products during the visit?▼
Products made at the farm are displayed during the laboratory section. The farm also creates tailor-made garments on request, though purchases are at an additional cost and are not included in the tour price.
Is the experience suitable for children?▼
The tour is family-friendly and rated easy in terms of physical difficulty. The farm produces cashmere garments specifically for babies and children, and young visitors tend to enjoy interacting with the goats and dogs.
What food and drink is provided during the snack?▼
The closing snack includes pecorino cheese, salami, bread from the San Leo local bakery, seasonal fruits, water, and wine. It is served in the farm garden.
When is cashmere collected from the goats?▼
The fleece is collected in May. The guided tour explains the full annual cycle of fiber production so visitors understand how seasonal rhythms shape the farm's activities.
San Leo is a historic hilltop town in the Emilia Romagna region of north-central Italy, situated in the Montefeltro area near the border with the Marche region. The surrounding countryside is characterized by rolling hills, small-scale agriculture, and traditional pastoral farming practices. San Leo Cashmere Farm operates within this rural landscape, offering visitors direct access to a working artisan farm that combines goat husbandry with on-site cashmere fiber processing. The area is accessible from Rimini and from the broader Adriatic coast, making it a viable day-trip destination for visitors based in the region. The local food culture is rooted in Romagna traditions, with pecorino, cured meats, and wood-fired bread forming the foundation of the farm's hospitality offering.
