Small Hotel in Chianti

Exteriors

This historical small hotel in Chianti built in 1450 according to the Renaissance architecture of the period,  is located 20-minute scenic drive to Florence in the region were grapevines grow strong.
Flowers and bushes play a key role in embellishing and adorning the villa. A formal Italian garden surrounds the villa, and the fragrant smells of roses and shrubbery drift into the whole residence.

The central courtyard and the swimming pool, available from June to September and fitted with deckchairs and sun umbrellas, are both also edged or adorned by bushes.
Those who luckily are spending New Year on the premises of this small hotel in Chianti will be able to enjoy the chamber music concert held at the large salon and the mulled wine and snacks served afterwards to crown the grand celebration and welcome a new year.

Leisure in the area of Chianti takes many forms, related to culture, nature and sport: olive picking, learning to cook Tuscan delights, wine, olive oil, cheese tasting, truffle hunting in San Miniato, taking part in the so celebrated Palio di Siena where people from all over the world gather to join such a celebration, ride on a horse-drawn coach, cycling, playing tennis and golf at Golf dell’Ugo ( 20 km). Depending on the season the staff will be available to organize tours.

Interiors

Its interior is faithful to the Renaissance period and adds some pieces belonging to others. A spacious hall with décor of the period, paintings, frescoed walls, sofas or armchairs of closer periods beckon to lounge about over a coffee or just be engrossed in work. Other less spacious sitting rooms provide perfect space for indulging in the pleasure of reading or chatting. The rooms and halls on the ground floor have been dressed with Oriental silk.

Thiss small hotel in Chianti has 24 exclusive rooms. They are as high on taste as on personality. Each room is a portray of the period, where pieces belonging to closer styles have also been chosen. Soft colours of natural pigments on the walls bring warmth to the rooms. They spot large Renaissance beds and antique furniture. The fine fabrics dressing the rooms have been picked from select Tuscan artisan’s stores. Wooden beam ceilings complete this picture of another time to enjoy today. The air-conditioned bedrooms boast minibar, satellite TV, direct dial telephone, modem, safe and a well supplied wine cellar.

A wellness centre recently installed in the villa has been added to this incredible oasis of pleasure. Treatments with natural Tuscan products such as grapes, citrus, fruits, olives, honey and essential oils are the star ones to bring your so longed harmony back.

This small hotel in Chianti has gained much experience of throwing parties, organizing workshops and turning a wedding into a red letter day. Specialists in events can be hired to guarantee the best of the celebrations.

Served by hospitable staff speaking several languages who will be at your disposal for you to make the most of your stay in this land of excellent wine, priceless food, wealthy history and art.