castelio

Amidst the natural beauty of Tuscany, this luxury vacation villa for rent is set in the heart of Chianti, midway between Siena and Florence.
Beautifully furnished in a modern way, Castelio preserves the original charm of an antique farmhouse, offering a cosy accommodation for twelve guests. Perfect for families with children or for a group of friends, this lovely villa features a great number of facilities such as a private heated swimming pool, a gym, a steam room and a kids' playground.
From the swimming pool, set in a dominating position, is possible to enjoy sweeping views over the surrounding hills and indulge in moments of maximum relaxation.
Composed of the main villa and a guest house situated close to one another, Castelio features six bedrooms with spacious en-suite bathrooms, four of which are located in the main villa.
You can enjoy your holiday entirely at your own pace at villa Castelio. The outdoor loggia makes it the perfect spot where to indulge in delectable Italian al fresco meals, BBQ or pizza nights or opt for a chef service for the ultimate indulgence.
The property is surrounded by four hectares of private land dotted by vineyards and olive trees. The villa is part of a bigger private estate of twelve hectares where villa Pratomaggio is located, the neighbouring vacation villa boasting the same high standards. Pratomaggio can be rented together with Castelio hosting a maximum of eighteen/twenty-two guests in eleven bedrooms.The nearest village, Radda in Chianti, is a charming medieval town with all the amenities including trattorias, restaurants, shops and wineries.
Set between vineyards and rolling hills, this delightful, rustic Italian holiday villa dominates Radda in Chianti toward the valley.
The Chianti area, in which Castelio is situated, is a wine region that is the romanticized Italy of daydreams, world-famous for its exceptional food, wine and beautiful landscapes.
This family-friendly villa is located within easy reach to a number of charming hilltop medieval villages to explore: Radda is the closest at only three kilometres from the villa, then Castellina, Greve and Gaiole in Chianti, all lovely spots where to find good trattorias, wineries and a holiday atmosphere immersed in the authenticity of slow pace Italian life. Siena, Florence and San Gimignano are also located within an easy drive. For sports enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers pleasant trails in the countryside, especially recommended for bikers.

main villa sleeps 8
1200m2
ground floor
bedroom 1 double bed (180x200cm, not convertible into a twin), TV, walk in closet, en suite bathroom with walk in shower (plus extra hand held shower), direct access to outdoor.
bedroom 2 double bed (180x200cm, not convertible into a twin), TV, walk in closet, en suite bathroom with walk in shower (plus extra hand held shower), direct access to outdoor.
lounge area with double sofa bed, direct access to outdoor terrace with table for 4, gym with TV, kettle balls, weights, cardio bike, direct access to outdoor terrace.
20 steps down
small fridge, basin, laundry room with washing machine (no dryer), direct access to outdoor, bathroom with separate shower room (plus extra hand held)
3 steps down, steam bath with walk in shower (plus extra hand held)
relax room for massages with direct access to outdoor
first floor
main entrance accessible by external stone staircase, guest bathroom with shower (plus extra hand held shower), living room with fireplace, table for 8 guests, direct access to outdoor
3 steps up
fully equipped kitchen, direct access to outdoor terrace with tables for 4.
bedroom 3 double bed (180x200cm, not convertible into a twin), TV, wardrobe, en suite bathroom with walk-in shower (plus extra hand held shower).
bedroom 4 double bed (180x200cm, not convertible into a twin), TV, wardrobe, en suite bathroom with walk-in shower (plus extra hand held shower).
second floor
whiskey bar with 360° degree view, billiard table, fireplace, basin, wine cooler.

guest house sleeps 4
ground floor
entrance, guest bathroom, living room with TV, library, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, direct access to outdoor.
first floor
library and lounge area
bedroom 5 double (not convertible into a twin), TV, walk in closet, en suite bathroom with wardrobe, toilet and separate large shower (plus extra hand held shower)
bedroom 6 study area with printer, double bed (not convertible into a twin), TV, walk in closet, en suite bathroom with bath tub, toilet and separate large shower (plus extra hand held shower)

outdoor
fenced in garden of 4 hectares, vegetable and aromatic garden, fruit garden, gazebo with table for 10 and outdoor stove, stone built BBQ, pizza oven, bocce court, chapel that can be used for yoga practice.

notes
the housekeepers live in a detached cottage on-site but privacy is guaranteed at all times. Pets allowed on request. Due to the unprotected area of the swimming pool, the villa is not suitable for young children. Mobile connection might be unreliable at times.