Castello di Cabbiavoli, Castelfiorentino

Situated prominently on a Tuscan hilltop amidst the rolling, vine and olive tree strewn hills around the town of Castelfiorentino lies the astonishingly beautiful Cabbiavoli Castle. The castle is the heart of the world famous Chianti Valley, just 30 minutes drive from Florence.

This typically grand, Florentine-style residential complex comprises of a main building with a Baroque-façade where the living quarters are located, flanked by a tall medieval brick tower on one side and a little chapel dating to the 13th century on the other.

Originally built in 1210 by a certain Count Alberti di Certaldo who was chief of the ruling Longobard family that dominated the nearby Elsa valley, the castle of Cabbiavoli was originally a fortified "borgo" of the Alberti family and in fact it still retained its farm and granary until the renovations in the late 1940s. The only parts remaining of the original fortified castle and the adjacent buildings are the surrounding defensive walls and the tower. This brick tower still stands proudly today (albeit slightly leaning) and, flanked by a huge ancient pine tree, offers dramatic views of the undulating, fertile countryside below, as far as the towered town of San Gimignano which is just visible on the horizon to the south. The recent restoration of this prestigiuos residence has brought back to life its ancient splendor without having altered its archectural characteristics, while at the same time eriching it with all the modern conveniences.

There are many famous sights within short driving distances, including San Gimagnano, well worth a visit. Many activities can all be arranged locally. The Villa has a resident caretaker and cook, and your every need will be pampered to by Federica, your personal host.

Car hire is essential for this property. The property is ideal for children.

Specific Details

Best time to go
May - September

Flying time
2 hours to Florence

Rental cost per week
From £7,350
A guarantee deposit is required at this property.

Accommodation
Up to 12 People ( maximum 4 children)

Castle
Ground Floor - 1 double ensuite with Jacuzzi bath
First Floor - 1 twin ensuite with Jacuzzi bath
1 x twin and 2 x double with private marbled bathrooms

Tower
1 x double with small ensuite bathroom (Shower only)

Facilities
Swimming Pool ( 10 x 5 metres)
Satellite TV
Telephone line for internet
Laundry
Air Conditioning
Welcome dinner or lunch provided on arrival

Staff
Caretaker, Cook, and resident Host

Domestic cleaning and breakfast provided every day apart from Sundays

Please note the Caretaker and Cook live in an apartment inside the castle on the middle floor

On request - Paid locally
Cook - meals can be order with 12 hours advance notice
Babysitting Services
Any heating
Electricity over the first 300 K Watt

Local activities
Golf , Wine Tasting Tours, and Horseriding, walking, all nearby

Highlights
Visit Florence, and Pisa by train or car
Visit the medieval city of San Gimagnano
Shop for olive oil and fine wines
Visit local art galleries

Location
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Would You Like to Know More?

If you would like to know more, please call any of our consultants on 01285 880 980 or email villas@steppestravel.co.uk.