In the evocative setting of the Tuscan wine region, Castello Banfi, located 10 km from Montalcino in a village of stone houses built between the 17th and 18th centuries between the walls and towers of the Poggio alle Mura Castle, includes: a 5-room hotel stars, two restaurants (one of which has a Michelin star), a wine shop, a balsamic shop and the Glass Museum. Offering an unparalleled experience, the castle features large, elegant and refined rooms and suites, each with distinctive design, hand-decorated decorations, rich fabrics and modern comforts. The one-Michelin star restaurant La Sala dei Grappoli is located in the shadow of the Banfi Castle, and in its frescoed interiors it offers revisited local dishes for an unforgettable gastronomic experience. The La Taverna Restaurant is located under the ancient vaults of the Castle cellars and offers Montalcino and Tuscan cuisine with fresh local ingredients. The Banfi Enoteca is reminiscent of a real Tuscan shop and in its interior, in addition to wines and oil, you can find many local gastronomy and craft products. In the well-kept garden there is a seasonal swimming pool overlooking the vineyards of Cantine Banfi, and a gym is also available to guests who wish to maintain their fitness routine. Numerous experiences can be booked at the hotel: helicopter flight over Val D’Orcia, guided tour of the cellar and vineyards and tastings, horseback riding and mountain biking, golf experiences in the surrounding area, tours and tastings in Val D’ Orcia. A short distance from the property, there are several important attractions: the medieval city of Montalcino, famous for its Brunello wine, is only 20 kilometers away. Other destinations not to be missed include the splendid Abbey of Sant’Antimo, 20 km away, the village of Pienza, with its Renaissance architecture, about 40 km away and the city of Siena, famous for its history and artistic heritage, at 70 km.

Immersed in the picturesque Tuscan countryside, on a hill overlooking the Val D’Orcia, the Castello di Velona hotel, 8 km from Montalcino is an enchanting restored 10th century castle. Part of The Leading Hotels of the World brand, Castello di Velona offers a 1500 m2 spa with thermal water, five restaurants, three of which are in-house and 2 outside the resort in the Val d’Orcia countryside, and a winery with own production of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG wine and DOP extra virgin olive oil. The rooms all have panoramic views of the Val D’Orcia and the Brunello di Montalcino vineyards and are divided into Monumental Rooms, with typical Tuscan style, and Unesco View with contemporary furnishings and hot thermal water that can be used directly in their bathtub. The Olispa wellness center includes two panoramic hot outdoor pools connected to the indoor pools, a wet area with hydromassage tub, panoramic sauna, emotional showers and ice waterfall, two Turkish baths, a relaxation area with fruit and herbal teas and a circular tub with hot water thermal. The three internal restaurants offer regional Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine, with seasonal ingredients: Il Brunello, in the historic wing of the Castle with fireplace, the Settimo Senso restaurant with modern interiors in the wing overlooking the sunset, and the Dolce Vita by the Pool restaurant, panoramic view of the Val d’Orcia. Furthermore, it is possible to purchase packages with the Dine Around formula and also eat in two external partner restaurants: the 1 Michelin star restaurant Il Silene, about 25 minutes away, and the Walter Redaelli restaurant about 60 minutes away. At the property it is possible to book unique experiences such as hot air balloon and helicopter excursions, bicycle, Vespa and Ferrari rental, cooking courses, truffle hunting. A short distance from the property, guests can visit Montalcino, 8 km away, famous for its Brunello wine, the Abbey of Sant’Antimo, a jewel of Romanesque architecture, just 3 km away, the renowned Bagno Vignoni 18 km away , the village of San Quirico d’Orcia, 24 km, the medieval city of Siena, 52 km and the village of Pienza, 32 km.

Located in the beautiful town of Casole d’Elsa, Castello di Casole is a unique accommodation housed in a 10th century castle surrounded by hills, with a restaurant, swimming pool and spa. The rooms and suites have a unique style, and are renovated preserving the original characteristics of the structure – with wooden beamed ceilings, stone walls and hand-plastered finishes – and modern furnishings. The Tosca restaurant offers Tuscan cuisine revisited in a modern key, in a refined environment with Murano glass chandeliers and Italian fabrics. The elegant Visconti Bar, with frescoed ceilings and marble details, is also available for a drink during a relaxing break. In the large and well-kept garden, an infinity and panoramic swimming pool is available in the summer, with a sauna and a Turkish bath in the immediate vicinity. In the Spaessere, located in the ancient vat cellar and characterized by suggestive vaulted ceilings, it is possible to book massages and exclusive treatments with local ingredients, such as rosemary, grapes and olive oil, and yoga lessons. At the facility it is also possible to book exclusive experiences such as astrotours, archaeological tours, Etruscan workshops, nature walks, visits to local wineries, truffle hunting, foraging, cooking courses, bike excursions, painting and photography courses. Nearby there are unmissable attractions such as San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers, Siena, with its magnificent Piazza del Campo, Volterra, an Etruscan city rich in history, and Monteriggioni, a well-preserved medieval village. All of this can be reached in less than an hour’s drive, offering guests a wide choice of places to explore and discover.

Monterone Castle is an enchanting 13th-century accommodation facility located on a hill just 3 km from the center of Perugia and 25 km from Assisi. The 18 rooms and common areas, such as the library and the two lounges with fireplace, have been renovated preserving the original characteristics and materials: stone and exposed beams, bricks, wood. This 4-star hotel has a panoramic restaurant with breathtaking views of the Umbrian countryside, a wellness center and a large outdoor swimming pool. In the garden there is, according to medieval tradition, a rose garden with 250 plants of different varieties where you can relax and admire the view of Perugia. The Gradale restaurant offers genuine cuisine such as homemade pasta, with fresh local ingredients, such as local oil, on the panoramic terrace or in the interiors with suggestive medieval vaults. The small wellness and relaxation area includes: sauna, Turkish bath and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The castle and its environments exude an authentic atmosphere, providing an unforgettable experience. In the surrounding area, a short distance from the structure, there are unmissable attractions such as the historic center of Perugia, 3 km away, with its artistic and cultural treasures, the charming village of Assisi, home of St. Francis, 25 km away, Bevagna, among the “most beautiful villages in Italy” 30 km away, Lake Trasimeno, a splendid natural oasis 35 km away, Montefalco, renowned for its fine wines 40 km away, Spoleto, famous for the Festival dei Due Mondi, 60 km away km. All these destinations are easily reachable in less than an hour’s drive, allowing guests to explore and discover the beauty of Umbria.

Spaltenna Castle is a charming relais set in an ancient 10th century monastery in Gaiole in Chianti. This charming 5-star hotel offers an unforgettable experience, with elegant and refined rooms furnished in rustic Tuscan style with canopy or wrought iron beds, 19th-century wooden desks and trunks, chests of drawers with marble shelves and decorated curtains. Amenities include two swimming pools, one of which is heated, a spa, and two restaurants. The castle and its environments offer a unique atmosphere, with breathtaking views of the Chianti hills. The Il Pievano restaurant is in the Michelin 2023 guide and offers reinterpretations of traditional specialties in a modern and creative key in the suggestive ancient hall of the castle with fireplace or in the external courtyard with tables around the central well. At the La Terrazza restaurant it is possible to have a light lunch with fresh ingredients and taste one of the 500 labels from the cellar, sitting inside the tavern with vaulted stone ceilings, or on the terrace overlooking the Sangiovese vineyards surrounding the castle. The Pieve Spa has a tepidarium, a Finnish sauna, a Turkish bath and emotional showers. In the garden, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with waterfall and sun terrace is available to guests, while in the winter season you can enjoy the panoramic indoor swimming pool. A gym, a tennis court, a billiard room and a shop with local food and wine products are also available to guests. Nearby, a short distance from the property, there are unmissable attractions such as the village of Radda in Chianti, 12 km away, famous for its fine wines, the medieval city of Siena, 32 km away, with its magnificent Piazza del Campo, the town of San Gimignano, 50 km away, with its medieval towers, and the Brolio Castle, an imposing fortress surrounded by vineyards, 12 km away. All of these destinations can be reached in less than an hour’s drive, offering guests the chance to explore the beauty of Chianti and Tuscany.

The Castle of Gargonza is a historical gem located in Monte San Savino, in a fortified village from the 13th century, surrounded by 500 hectares of woodland and overlooking the Val di Chiana. This enchanting accommodation offers an authentic experience, with characteristic rooms and apartments immersed in the beauty of a medieval castle, and furnished with original elements, exposed beams and Tuscan terracotta floors. Strengths include the tranquility and unique atmosphere of the place, which transports guests back in time. In the large garden there is a panoramic outdoor swimming pool, ideal for cooling off on hot summer days. The buffet breakfast is served in the ancient oil mill, while the La Torre di Gargonza restaurant is located just outside the village walls, in the old carpentry shop, and in front of large panoramic windows overlooking the greenery it serves traditional Tuscan dishes prepared with local ingredients and pasta homemade, with particular attention to the needs of celiac guests. In the warm season, the shop Bottega di Gargonza is also open in the central square of the village for aperitifs, cocktails and Tuscan DOC wines. The castle and its environments tell stories of the past, offering an evocative experience. In the surrounding area, a short distance from the property, there are unmissable attractions such as the city of Arezzo, 29 km away, with its artistic treasures and the famous Piazza Grande, Cortona, a charming medieval village that inspired the film “Under the Tuscan Sun” , 37 km, Siena with the famous Piazza Campo, 41 km, and smaller but fascinating centers such as Monte San Savino 8 km, Civitella Val di Chiana 15 km, the village of Lucignano with its unique oval plan 16 km , and the Cavriglia Natural Park, ideal for walks and excursions in nature, 40 km away.

The Petroia Castle is an enchanting refuge located in an 11th century fortress in Mengara, on the ancient road from Perugia to Gubbio, where the Duke of Urbino Federico da Montefeltro was born. This charming relais offers a unique experience, with elegant rooms in a noble style with frescoed ceilings, wooden beams, stone arches and 18th century paintings, immersed in the historic beauty of an authentic medieval castle, surrounded by meadows and centuries-old trees. The services offered include an outdoor swimming pool, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the panoramic view, and a restaurant that serves traditional Umbrian cuisine under the sign of innovation. The Petroia castle estate includes a farm where cattle are raised, and in the large park itineraries are marked and ancient paths have been recovered for a total of 10 km, which can be joined by guests for trekking discovering the local flora and fauna. Numerous exclusive in-room services can be booked, such as welcome champagne, petal trail, chocolates and fresh fruit. Unique experiences such as private astronomical observations, falconry lessons, truffle hunting, photo shoots in the castle using 19th century techniques can also be booked at the reception. Nearby, a short distance from the property, there are unmissable attractions such as the city of Gubbio, 17 km away, with its medieval monuments and the famous Corsa dei Ceri, the village of Montone, 43 km away, with its picturesque streets and the well-preserved castle, the Monte Cucco Regional Park, 40 km away, ideal for excursions and outdoor activities, and the city of Perugia, with its artistic and cultural treasures, 27 km away. All of these destinations can be reached in less than an hour by car, allowing guests to explore the wonders of Umbria.

Castel Monastero is a 5-star hotel set in a small medieval village from the 11th century, in the heart of Chianti, in Castelnuovo Berardenga, 23 km from Siena. Among the vineyards, chestnut forests and wheat hills, these thousand-year-old walls recall the style of ancient Tuscan homes and offer rooms and suites furnished in a contemporary style. Among the services, two restaurants and a Spa of over 1000 m2 with wellness centre. The gourmet restaurant “Contrada” offers refined dishes inspired by the Tuscan tradition, while the “La Cantina” restaurant is set in the thirteenth-century cellar with high barrel vaults, and offers local specialties with the best Tuscan wines. In the large wellness center guests can find a saline pool, Infinity hydromassage with waterfalls, hammam, two saunas and emotional showers. An outdoor pool and tennis courts are also available for guests nearby. At a short distance from the property there are unmissable attractions such as Siena, with its famous Piazza del Campo and the splendid cathedral, the village of San Gimignano, with its medieval towers, Radda in Chianti, renowned for its fine wines, and Montalcino, home of the renowned Brunello wine. All of these destinations can be reached in less than an hour by car, allowing guests to explore and immerse themselves in the cultural and scenic richness of Tuscany.

Baccaresca Castle is an ancient 12th century fortress located in Branca, in the heart of Umbria, 20 km from Gubbio, and surrounded by 240 hectares of uncontaminated nature. This historic residence offers a unique experience, with elegant and comfortable rooms, different in size and style, immersed in the evocative atmosphere of an authentic medieval castle with monumental fireplaces, frescoes and exposed beams. The services offered include an outdoor swimming pool, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the landscape, and a restaurant that delights the palate with traditional Umbrian and Italian dishes made up with zero km ingredients. In the castle there is a suggestive spa with Turkish bath, an hydromassage tub with chromotherapy, an emotional shower and a relaxation room with salt wall. Massages and treatments with organic vegan products are also available. Numerous activities can be organized at the property: walks and hiking in the Green Ring up to the Lago dei Pensieri near the castle, wine and oil tasting, medieval-style events, such as New Year’s Eve, archery, yoga and meditation lessons. Nearby, the medieval towns of Gualdo Tadino at 14 km and Gubbio at 20 km, as well as Monte Cucco with its regional park at 20 km and the Frasassi Caves at 35 km. Less than an hour’s drive away, there are unmissable attractions such as the city of Perugia (39 km), with its artistic and cultural treasures, Assisi (40 km), famous for the Basilica of San Francesco, Lake Trasimeno ( 65 km), a splendid natural oasis, and Montefalco (60 km), renowned for its fine wines.

Monterado Castle is a charming accommodation facility originating from the eighteenth century, designed in its current form by the architect Luigi Vanvitelli and located in the thirteenth-century town of Monterado, on a typical Marche hill 14 km from the seaside city of Senigallia, in the Marche region. This enchanting castle, once owned by the Duke of Urbino, offers a unique experience, with elegant and refined rooms, suites and apartments immersed in the history and charm of the past: from the interiors and from the well-kept garden with swimming pool the view extends over the suggestive panorama of the surrounding hills, on the Cesano valley, from the Adriatic Sea to the Apennines. In the large frescoed halls it is possible to enjoy pleasant moments of leisure and relaxation: from the Hall of the Four Seasons, to the breakfast room frescoed with scenes from the mythological tale of Bacchus and Ariadne, to the Billiard Room, to the Library Room with eighteenth-century shelves and objects of era. The structure stands in front of the central square of the Borgo di Monterado and is surrounded by a 7-hectare private park where you can take walks along the suggestive paths shaded by centuries-old oaks, pines, laurels and viburnums. The restaurant is set in the internal courtyard of the castle for atmospheric dinners with traditional Marche cuisine prepared with high quality local ingredients, aperitifs and drinks in the afternoon, and in summer it is also possible to enjoy quick lunches in the pool bar. For those who want to live unique experiences, it is possible to book amateur cooking courses in the ancient kitchen of the castle, or book bike and e-bike excursions to discover the surroundings of Monterado, the Furlo Gorge and the San Bartolo Natural Park. A short distance from the structure, there are unmissable attractions such as Senigallia, 14 km away, the city of Ancona, 60 km away, with its charming port and historic centre, rich in history, the village of Gradara, 50 km away, with its medieval castle, the Conero Riviera, with its enchanting beaches, and the Monte San Bartolo Natural Park, ideal for excursions and outdoor activities. All of these destinations can be reached in less than an hour by car, allowing guests to explore and discover the wonders of the Marche.