Castello Nobile Apartments are in and near an 11th C Tuscan
castle
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Castello Nobile 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 Tuesday guests who are staying there can book a private tour plus dinner.
Castello Nobile 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.
2018 Prices (in € euros per night)
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8 Jan - 31 March 3 Nov - 23 Dec |
1 April - 11 May 8 Oct - 2 Nov 24 Dec - 7 Jan/19 | 12 May - 7 Oct |
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Lim 3 - €110 Lim 1/2 - €110 Terr 1/2 - €110 Logg - €180 Vigna - €270 |
Lim 3 - €185 Lim 1/2 - €185 Terr 1/2 - €185 Logg - €250 Vigna - €315 |
Lim 3 - €219 Lim 1/2 - €219 Terr 1/2 - €219 Logg - €290 Vigna - €445 |
Rental: Daily
Prices include: Electricity, water, gas, linen & towels (changed weekly), heating / air conditioning (where installed)
Not included: Extra bed - €45 per day, cot - €12 per day, Dog – €10 per day, extra linen change - €10 per person, extra towel change - €10 per person, extra kitchen cleaning - €250
Security Deposit: €100 payable in cash on arrival, which is held and returned to you at the end of your stay.
Sleep 2+2
These two pretty apartments are located along the castle walls just down from the walled garden and have open views across the vineyards and towards Vignanova and the larger farmhouse Casanuova.
Both apartments are very similar in layout and furnishings and both have their own private garden to the front with outdoor seating. Limonaia 2 has slightly higher ceilings than Limonaia 1. Both have a large living room (with sofa bed) / kitchen with hob, small electric oven and fridge. They have one double bedroom with pretty iron bed and a bathroom with shower.
SLEEPS 2
A pretty restored barn just off the castle gardens. It is a perfect house for 2 and has the largest garden with outside seating. It has a large glass door into the living room/ kitchen. A spiral staircase leads to the lower floor, where there is a double bedroom with vaulted ceiling and a bathroom with shower.
SLEEPS 2+2
These two spacious apartments are located along the castle walls to the rear of the castle and have open views across the valley to the hills opposite . They have large picture windows that frame the pretty views. Both apartments are very similar in layout and furnishings. Terrazze 1 has a large terrace and is smaller than Terrazze 2 which has a terrace and garden area. Both are close to the pool area.
Both have a very spacious living room (with sofa bed) / dining room, kitchen with hob, small electric oven and fridge. The bathroom is on the ground floor. They both have large picture windows with lovely views and high beamed ceilings. There is a mezzanine floor open onto the living room with a double bedroom.
SLEEPS 4
A lovely stone barn that sits on its own not far from the castle walls. It has a covered terrace just outside the kitchen with fabulous views over the hills and countryside beyond. It has a living room / kitchen with a spiral staircase to the lower floor where there is a double bedroom, 1 twin and a bathroom. it has private parking right outside the house.
SLEEPS 6
A fabulous stone barn that has been carefully restored. It sits just along the lane from the castle and has views back towards it. It has a lovely terrace outside and is surrounded by vineyards. Lovely views. It has a living room / kitchen, which opens onto the terrace, 2 double bedrooms, 1 twin, 3 bathrooms with showers.
Use of Castle grounds
Shared pool 8am – 8pm
Hairdryers in bathrooms
Satellite TV (only in apartments, not inside castle)
Air conditioning (where installed)
Outside BBQ’s placed around the gardens
Wine shop with estate wines, olive oil and honey
Wine tastings
Restaurant close by
Private tours of Castle
Laundry service available at reception (charged)
Arrival is between 3pm – 6.30pm
(Late arrivals MUST be advised in advance as reception isn't staffed after offiice hours)
Departure is between 8.30 - 10am
Gaiole in Chianti - 2.8km
Siena - 38km
Poggibonsi - 36km
Florence - 59km
Pisa Airport - 119km