Tuscany
“ A truly beautiful hotel in a sought-after wine region in Tuscany , best for wine-tasting and rural relaxation holidays .”
“ An inherently Tuscan country town hotel , full of history and beautiful surroundings .”
Castello Banfi il Borgo
Double room at Castello Banfi
Castello Banfi il Borgo Near Montalcino
The boutique Castello Banfi – il Borgo is comprised of the houses built outside the mediaeval Castello Banfi ’ s fortified walls in the 17th and 18th centuries , at the heart of a prestigious 7,100-acre estate of vineyards , olive groves , fruit orchards , grain fields , and natural woodland . Enter the property through the main reception area , which was originally a meeting place for residents to share news . Just 14 rooms , hidden in the original houses of the hamlet , capture a real sense of intimacy and paint the picture of a classic private estate . All are exceptionally spacious , and many have characterful additions , such as high vaulted ceilings , terracotta floors , and tall , draped headboards . Guests can dine in the castle ’ s restaurants : La Taverna is set beneath the castle , with high vaulted ceilings , and serves dishes unique to Tuscany and Montalcino crafted out of fresh local ingredients ; Sala dei Grappoli stands just outside the castle , but maintains the elegant refinement of its neighbour , serving Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist . The hotel ’ s reading room remains exclusive to hotel guests , offering a courtyard with porticoes , chairs and tables with traditional games , and a small library , stocked by the Mariani family ’ s travels , complete with fireplace . A garden with pergola , courtyard , and river and valley views provides a serene place for an afternoon stroll . On the hillside , on the west side of the castle , is a heated outdoor swimming pool .
CASTELLO BANFI IL BORGO EXH2026 Official category 5 Star equivalent . Open March to November . Location Near Montalcino . Distances in miles Pisa airport 120 , Siena 42 , Florence 85 , Rome 145 , Porto Ercole 58 . Nearest airport Pisa . At hotel La Taverna Restaurant , Sala dei Grappoli Restaurant , heated swimming pool , reading room , formal gardens , Enoteca and wine shop , and cookery classes . Bedrooms 14 rooms with high-speed internet connection , telephone , flat-screen television , safe , complimentary soft drinks and snacks minibar , Nespresso coffee machine , hairdryer , towel
Palazzo Leopoldo Radda in Chianti warmers , rainfall shower . Local interest The main points of interest on your stay at Castello Banfi will be the castle and surrounding vineyards . Montalcino is just a 20-minute drive away . Sports nearby Cycling , yoga , and hiking . Italian Expressions include Bed and breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 2020 per person for 5 nights including scheduled flights and hire-car . Best combined as part of a touring holiday or two-centre holiday in Tuscany . Ask our sales consultants for full price details .
A traditional hotel in the centre of the Chianti wine village of Radda , the four-star Palazzo Leopoldo is steeped in a romantic atmosphere that encourages guests to become acquainted with the heritage of their location . The building itself dates back to the 14th century , though has been renovated through the years , particularly in the recent addition of a new wing . Today , the original frescoes , cotto tiles , and grand fireplaces hark back to its colourful history . Your days here begin with breakfast in the manor ’ s kitchen , where you eat beneath the exposed beams and brick archways , alongside antique furnishings and terracotta surface tops . In the evenings , dine at La Perla del Palazzo Restaurant , perhaps on the beautiful terrace that overlooks the vineyards and hills of Chianti . The cuisine is built around a local , traditional menu , comprised of home-made dishes and seasonal ingredients . An outdoor pool is available for hotel guests to use at L ’ Ultimo Mulino Hotel , just five minutes away .
Terrace at the Palazzo Leopoldo
Junior suite at the Palazzo Leopoldo
PALAZZO LEOPOLDO EXH1062 Official category 4 star . Open All year . Location Radda in Chianti . Distances in miles Pisa airport 68 , Florence 32 , Siena 23 , San Gimignano 28 . Nearest airport Pisa . At hotel La Perla del Palazzo Restaurant , outdoor swimming pool at neighbouring hotel , cooking classes , terrace , and Wellness Centre with hydro massage swimming pool , sauna , treatment rooms , and fitness room . Bedrooms All rooms have air-conditioning , television , telephone , safe , minibar , laundry service , and hairdryer . Local interest The Chianti region is best-known for its wine , which can be tasted in a number of cellars and wineries in almost every village and town in the area . Perhaps stop off at Gaiole for a tasting session in the Castello di Brolio . Other places to visit may include San Gimignano , Volterra , or Monteriggioni . Further north , the city of Florence has a reputation for artistic grandeur that precedes it , and its former rival Siena offers a more subtle insight into Tuscan art and architecture . Perhaps also spend a day down by the Tuscan coast , which often gets overlooked in favour of the hilltop wine towns . Sports nearby Cycling , walking , tennis , and golf . Italian Expressions include Bed and breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 1020 per person for 5 nights including scheduled flights and hire-car . Best combined as part of a touring holiday or two-centre holiday in Tuscany . Ask our sales consultants for full price details .
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