The prestigious Villa Castello Grande is located within a 600-hectare estate on the hills of the Val d'Orcia in central Tuscany, between Siena and Montalcino. This historic estate has been recognised by UNESCO as a key reference point for the area.

The Castello, or Castle, consists of a 16th-century Villa and a sturdy tower. It is surrounded by a park of oak and holm oak trees and is reached along a driveway completely adorned with cypress trees.

Whilst maintaining the feel and tradition of past times, the current owners have carried out conservative renovation work that has made it possible to adapt the villa to meet modern-day requirements. All the bathrooms have been designed in such a way as to avoid altering their former characteristics, integrating them with modern accessories, with all the bedrooms having air conditioning. The kitchen, which has maintained its original appearance, has been equipped with modern and functional elements: oven, microwave, dishwasher and other accessories.

From the tower, it is possible to enjoy a 360° view that stretches from Siena to Montalcino to Mount Amiata, a unique panorama of the whole Orcia valley.

Outdoors, there is a private swimming pool (14m x 5m) with a shower, sunbeds and deckchairs. In the shadier areas of the park, there are elegant little lounges, whereas on the outdoor terrace contained within the villa, an open-air dining area has been created with a long table for sixteen people.

The domestic staff live in an area reserved for them in the villa. They do the cleaning and prepare breakfast every day, and can also prepare lunch and supper on request.

Please note - on request, it is possible to increase the villa size to 11 bedrooms, sleeping 22 guests for weddings only, prices on request.

Pets allowed only after permission (we need to know size and tipe of dog) since the Estate is animal reserve area.

Swimming pool open 29/05 - 18/09

Accommodation - size 2,800sqm - sleeping 16 guests in 8 bedrooms & 6 bathrooms

Villa

Ground floor - spacious entrance with stone fireplace; small lounge with sofas and marble fireplace; dining room with table for sixteen guests; kitchen with breakfast table, oven, microwave, dishwasher, American-style double fridge; guest bathroom.

1st floor - spacious living room with sofas and period furnishings; small lounge with fireplace and TV; three spacious double bedrooms with en suite bathroom with bathtub and shower; bedroom with twin beds (that can be joined together) and bathroom with shower (90x190).

2nd floor - two double bedrooms and bathroom with bathtub and shower; twin bedroom and bathroom with bathtub and shower; living room/study.

Tower

Spacious panoramic living room with TV; 1 bedroom with twin beds; 1 bathroom with bathtub and shower.

Laundry room with two washing machines and ironing facilities.

Location/distances

Buonconvento, the nearest town, is 4km away, Montalcino 10km, Siena 30km, Florence airport 110km.

The Val d'Orcia is a land with an almost surreal atmosphere that is also the birthplace of some of the most valuable and highly appreciated Italian wines: Brunello di Montalcino, Nobile di Montepulciano, Rosso Orcia. It also offers many well-known local products and has a celebrated traditional cuisine.

CIN - IT052003C2PKXTYE9U