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Castello di Meleto
Casanova
· Country location
· Nearest village Gaiole in Chianti
· Stunning views
· Large gardens and shared pool
· Bed & Breakfast available in Castle
· Apartments available within Castle grounds
· Stylish interiors
· Wine shop
· Restaurant close by
· Estate wines and olive oil for sale
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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 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 a beautiful, small private theatre. There are guided visits to the Castle itself and every Thursday guests who are staying there can book 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.
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.
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2008 Seasons
Prices are in euros per week
Low Season
6 Jan 19 March
29 March - 18 April
18 Oct 19 Dec
High Season
1 Jan 5 Jan
20 March - 28 March
19 April 17 Oct
20 Dec 31 Dec
Rental: Saturday - Saturday
Free: Welcome Pack, Information Pack
Prices include: Electricity, water, gas, linen (changed weekly), heating / air conditioning (where installed), final cleaning, local taxes.
Not included: Extra bed - 18 per day, cot - 12 per day, Dog 10 per day
Security Deposit: 100 payable in cash on arrival, which is held and returned to you at the end of your stay.
Casanova Farmhouse
Casanova Farmhouse is a lovley stone farmhouse loacted just along the country lane from the Castle itself and with views looking back towards it. It is a large farmhouse built around a central courtyard and has 4 spacious apartments. The house has recently been restored and are all the apartments are of a very high quality. The first floor apartments also have air conditioning available. The house retains many original features like chestnut beams and traditional terracotta floors.
Eleonora - sleeps 4+1
It is on the first floor. It has a living room / kitchen with dishwasher and satellite TV, 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom, 2 bathrooms with showers. This apartment has air conditioning.
Price 896 / 1,323 per week
Pio - sleeps 6+1
It is on the ground floor and has arched windows onto the central courtyard. It has a living room / kitchen with dishwasher and satellite TV, 1 double bedroom, 2 twin bedrooms, 3 bathrooms one with a jacuzzi bath and 2 with showers.
Price 1,232 / 1,953 per week
Orazio - sleeps 6+1
A very spacious first floor apartment with a large living room with open fireplace and satellite TV and kitchen with dishwasher. It has 1 double bedroom, 2 twin bedrooms, 3 bathrooms one with jacuzzi bath and 2 with showers. This apartment has air conditioning.
Price 1,232 / 1,953
Pietro - sleeps 6+1
It is on the ground floor and has a living room / kitchen with dishwasher and satellite TV, 1 double bedroom , 2 twin bedrooms, 3 bathrooms all with showers.
Price 1,176 / 1,841
Facilities:
Use of Castle grounds
Shared pool 7am 8pm
Hairdryers in bathrooms
Satellite TV
Air conditioning in first floor apartments
Wine shop with estate wines, olive oil and honey
Wine tastings
Restaurant close by
Private tour of Castle & dinner every Thursday (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) - 10 per day
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