Il Castello is located in one of the most beautiful parts of the rolling Tuscan countryside and enjoys breathtaking views of the Tirreno Sea. It provides an unsurpassed Tuscan country home experience for families and other small groups of up to 20.

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Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

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Il Castello is in one of the most beautiful parts of the
rolling Tuscan countryside and enjoys breathtaking
views of the Tirreno Sea. It provides an unsurpassed
Tuscan country home experience for families and
other small groups of up to 20.
Painstakingly restored by descendants of the same
noble family who built it in the 11th century, it is within
an hour by car of the diverse pleasures of Tuscany –
historic villages, museums and churches with their
priceless art, fabulous shopping, numerous fine
restaurants and some of Italy’s most respected
wineries – not to speak of the owner’s own first-class
beach within 15 minutes drive. The house is fully
staffed.
Location: 2hrs drive from Rome airport The accommodation comprises:
45 minutes from Pisa
• 6 air-conditioned bedroom suites including the
Sleeps: 20 master bedroom with his and her bathrooms
Price per week: Rates for parties of up to 20 are available and a private tented terrace; 4 others in the
upon request. Meals and drinks, including wonderful local main house and the last is in the romantic,
wines, are extra and are billed to the guest at cost upon four-story 10th century tower
departure • 4 double bedrooms that are perfect for
children; each has an en-suite bathroom
Bedrooms: 10 • Sheets are of the finest hand-embroidered
Bathrooms: 10 linen
• Bathrooms are spacious and use lovely local
Available: All year round marbles
Rental includes: Cook, housekeeper, maids
Swimming pool + tennis court: Heated 20 meters marble-
lined swimming pool with tented lounging area, a tennis court
and yoga pavilion
Facilities: Cable TV, computer/internet connection
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

3. A grand entrance displays the family’s coat of arms,
carefully restored medieval stonework and a
seemingly floating stone staircase. Continuing into
the house, the main drawing room has massive-
timbered beams and wonderful views of the
countryside, the sea and the nearby island of Elba.
Also on the main floor are a sitting room, a library
with cable TV and a collection of fine literature and
art books, and a study with computer/internet
connection. Downstairs the dining room seats up to
18 at a grand round table, and there is a separate
breakfast room, kitchen, playroom with cable TV and
large collection of DVD’s, and a teenagers’ room
with pool table.
The décor uses an imaginative combination of
valuable antiques and contemporary pieces.
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

4. Outside, along the picturesque west side of the house
with the long views of countryside and sea, are the
terraces. This is where most of the dining and
entertaining in the summer takes place. Just adjacent is
the castle’s own medieval church, a 65-foot marble-lined
swimming pool with tented lounging area, a tennis court
and yoga pavilion.
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

5. Apart from relaxing around the pool or on the secluded
beach, excursions and activities are endless. Tuscany is
rich in history; it may have the highest concentration of art
in the world! The town of Pisa with its leaning tower,
Volterra with its six ancient arched entrances, and
charming San Giminiano with its many medieval towers
are within one hour’s drive through rolling hills of olive
and wine orchards.
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

6. Walled medieval villages, off-the beaten track for most
tourists, include Bolgheri, Castagneto, and Massa
Marittima. Etruscan and Roman sites are also close by,
as are great museums and churches. An accomplished
art historian can be hired to arrange private visits to
important private houses and gardens, and to arrange
views of private art collections not normally open to the
public.
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933

7. Shopping, which can be guided if desired, includes
ceramics, jewellery and the best of hand-made terra cotta
urns and planters, as well as fabulous Italian country
clothes and leather. Restaurants, all sampled by the
owner’s family, include one that holds two Michelin stars
and others that are among Italy’s best trattorias. Tours of
local wineries including the prized Sassicaia winery can
be arranged in advance or after arrival, as can tours of
the finest olive farms. It is also possible to hire a day boat
for the short trip to the beautiful islands of Elba or
Capraia.
Dimore Italiane Ltd
257 Dover House Road
London SW15 5BZ
Tel: +44 20 8246 6123 Fax: +44 20 8785 3933