Castello di Meleto

· Country location
· Nearest village – Gaiole in Chianti
· Stunning views
· Large gardens and shared pool
· Bed & Breakfast available in Castle
· Apartments available within Castle grounds
· Wine shop
· Restaurant close by
· Estate wines and olive oil for sale

Castello di Meleto, a spectacular Tuscan Castle sits atop a tiny hill, as if stopped in time, in the very heart of Chianti affording it fabulous views over the surrounding vineyards that are part of this large estate and beyond to tiny hilltop villages in the distance. This is a great location from which to explore the myriad of tiny hilltop villages in Chianti or just to sit and wonder at the beautiful landscapes and scenery or marvel at the grandeur of the frescoed halls inside the Castle itself. Located 2 kms from the nearest village of Gaiole in Chianti, 1 hr from Florence and 40 mins to Siena.

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Rental:
Daily

Free:
Guided tour of the castle and tasting of estate products, Information Pack

Prices include:
Breakfast, electricity, water, gas, linen, heating, local taxes.

Not included:
Extra bed - €37 per day, cot - €12 per day, Dog – €10 per day.

Meleto Castle sits atop a small hill affording it fantastic views over the Chianti countryside. Vineyards stretch along the hillside and tiny hilltop villages can be seen in the distance as well as beautiful stone farmhouses dotted here and there punctuating this fabulous landscape that has inspired so many.
This impressive Castle dates back to the 11th century when it belonged to the monks of Coltibuono Abbey, a short distance away. The fortress was the scene of many struggles between the Republics of Florence and Siena as they battled for power. In more recent times, it was owned by the renowned Ricasoli family, who also owned Brolio Castle nearby. Baron Ricasoli was the inventor of modern day “Chianti” wine. Thirty years ago the Ricasoli family sold the Castle and surrounding estate that extends over 1,100 hectares.

The elegant ground floor of the castle reflects the tastes of the Tuscan Aristocracy of the eighteenth century and is decorated with stunning frescoes in all the rooms. There is also a beautiful, small private theatre. There are guided visits to the Castle itself and every Tuesday guests who are staying there are given a private tour plus dinner
Meleto Castle is within easy reach of Florence and Siena and is right in the heart of Chianti with its many wonderful hilltop villages, breathtaking landscapes and some of the most famous vineyards in the world.

Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast
Today the Castle offers exclusive holiday accommodation. It has several rooms on the first floor within the Castle itself that are offered on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Some have lovely four poster beds and each is full of character They have views over the gardens and the countryside beyond. There are additional rooms available for Bed & breakfast in a building that was originally the Priest’s House.
Breakfast is served inside the castle or in the gardens.

A wine shop is located just across from the Castle entrance, where the wines made on the estate can be tasted and purchased.

The Castle can also accommodate wedding parties who can choose to use the frescoed ground floor of the castle and /or the gardens. Meetings, seminars and congresses can also be catered for.

Facilities:
Use of Castle grounds
Shared pool 7am – 8pm
Hairdryers in bathrooms
Wine shop with estate wines, olive oil and honey
Wine tastings
Restaurant close by
Private tour of Castle & dinner every Tuesday (charged)
Laundry service available at reception (charged)

Notes:
Arrival is between 3pm – 8pm
(Late arrivals MUST be advised in advance as reception isn't staffed after 8pm)
Departure is by 10 am
Small animals allowed (charged)