Villa Il Casello

Location and Surrounding Area

Immersed in the serene Tuscan countryside, this magnificent property is ideally located to explore Tuscany’s cultural highlights and most spectacular natural wonders. Located just a few kilometers from the charming towns of Florence and Siena, and just out of the town of Panzano, Villa Il Casello represents the perfect location for day trips to the most beautiful towns in Tuscany and provides a unique opportunity to admire its iconic landscapes while soaking up the region’s incredibly rich historical and cultural heritage.

The vineyards in this picturesque part of Tuscany produce the grapes used in namesake Chianti and Chianti Classico, world-famous red wines. The Chianti region is a landscape where you will encounter historic olive groves, honey-colored stone farmhouses, dense forests, charming Romanesque churches, Renaissance villas and imposing stone castles built in the Middle Ages by Florentine and Sienese warlords. Chianti’s Northern area sits in the province of Florence and is a popular day trip from that city.

The property is a few kilometers from the medieval town of Siena. Its ancient red brick buildings, the scallop-shaped main square Piazza del Campo and the Cathedral Square, dominated by the zebra-striped Duomo, make it an absolute must for anyone traveling to Tuscany. Effectively an open-air museum celebrating the Gothic, Siena boasts secular monuments that have retained both their medieval forms and their exceptional art collections, providing plenty to marvel at.

In less than hour by car, you can reach Florence, a treasure trove of art with an astonishing contemporary vibe. Beyond the extraordinary artistic heritage, a testimony to its centuries of civilization, the best way to enjoy Florence is to stroll along the riverside avenues at sunset, or to get lost among the city’s myriad alleyways of the bohemian Oltrarno or the narrow little streets of San Niccolò, where it feels like you have ended up in another time along its centuries-old walls.

In less than an hour by car, you can also reach the walled town of San Gimignano, one of Italy’s best-preserved medieval villages. As you crest the nearby hills, the fourteen towers of the town rise up like a medieval Manhattan. Today, not even the plague would deter the swarms of summer day trippers, lured by a palpable sense of history and the enchanting rural setting. The historic center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, and strolling through the streets will make you feel like you have stepped back in time.

The property is also a few kilometers from Volterra, one of Tuscany’s most dramatic hilltop towns. Despite its many attractions, Volterra sees fewer tourists than other Tuscan towns, so you can expect to share its winding stone streets with locals and explore its ancient sites without crowds. Founded by the Etruscans and surrounded by medieval walls, Volterra has a notable historic center filled with fascinating Roman ruins, medieval buildings and alabaster workshops.

Villa Il Casello is 43 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci International Airport, 96 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport and 305 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Panzano in Chianti is about 1,5 km from the villa, Vitigliano is 1,6 km, Greve in Chianti is 5 km, Castellina in Chianti is 14 km, San Casciano in Val di Pesa is 23 km, Florence is 35 km, Siena is 40 km, San Gimignano is 40 km, Volterra is 63 km, Arezzo is 77 km, Pisa is 101 km, and Chianciano Terme is 129 km.

The Property

Surrounded by lush gardens and panoramic terraces, Villa Il Casello is a masterfully-restored property with a beautiful pool and a wellness area. Immersed in olive groves and vineyards, this villa is ideal for those who want to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside in complete privacy. Offering a calm atmosphere, Villa Il Casello features a Main Villa with twelve bedrooms for 24 guests, and an Old Barn with three apartments, each with a double bedroom, for 6 guests.

Offering breathtaking views of the surrounding valley, a gorgeous garden surrounds the property and leads to an exclusive pool surrounded by a generous poolside area with comfortable sun loungers inviting guests to sit back and relax. Complete with a spacious al fresco dining area, the outdoor space represents an idyllic spot for basking in the sun and enjoying wonderful moments of relaxation in the company of a good book and a glass of Chianti classico.

Main Villa:

Flooded with natural light, this exclusive villa features typical characteristics of the region. This villa has been carefully restored while preserving the atmosphere of a traditional Tuscan farmhouse. The main villa boasts twelve bedrooms. All bedrooms have en-suite bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV and air conditioning. The property boasts a generous dining area and professional kitchen. On the ground floor you will find a spacious living room.

Five bedrooms are located on the ground floor and seven bedrooms are located on the first floor. The five bedrooms on the ground floor have direct access to the outdoor panoramic terrace, while the ones on the first floor all have large windows with mosquito nets. On the first floor you will find a generous living room with large fireplace. Air conditioning is available throughout. The villa also features a private parking space and wireless Internet access.

The property also boasts an exclusive recently-built SPA which features a large hot tub, infrared Finnish sauna and massage room. After a long day strolling around, indulge yourself as you immerse into the hot tub and stimulating heat experiences, or simply surrender to the peace and stillness of pure relaxation. From the private car park surrounding the property, you can walk across a large estate with vineyards, olive groves and woodland suitable for yoga sessions or simply walks to enjoy the panorama and unspoiled nature.

Dépendance (Old Barn):

In the dépendance, named the Old Barn, you will find three apartments, each featuring a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower, a spacious living room with double sofa bed and a kitchenette. Situated in the heart of the Chianti area near the town of Panzano in Chianti, this beautifully-renovated Tuscan farmhouse boasts plenty of natural light. Filled with fabulous period furniture and exposed wooden beams, the villa boasts a timeless and impeccable atmosphere.