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Casalese

The historic property comprises two buildings: the main villa crowned by its dovecote tower, and a converted barn housing three elegant suites.
Soak in panoramic Chianti vistas from the poolside.
The elegant open-space living room and...
dining area with oversized table and ...
modern kitchen, which opens onto a scenic terrace for al fresco dining.
The al fresco dining area
Savor an enchanting evening under the Tuscan stars with a gourmet BBQ in your private villa garden.
The villa’s nine bedrooms all have ensuite bathrooms and top luxury amenities.
The Master bedroom suite
Of the six bedrooms in the main villa, the two on the ground floor are wheelchair accessible.
Every bedroom has a king-size bed that can be split into twins.
The en suite bathroom of one of the suites on the ground floor
With one double and one single bedroom, and a second bed, the family suite is a perfect solution for families with children
The single bedroom is located on the mezanine
Parents bedroom in the family suite
Comfortable sitting areas enhance some of the suites.
Suite VI
and its en suite bathroom
Suite V boasts a spacious sitting area along with a dedicated TV room.
One of the en suite bathrooms
Sofa beds for children are provided in all rooms except the two ground floor bedrooms.
Living room of suite IV
Each room has its own private entrance and garden.
Three further bedrooms are located in an the charming annex...
One of the annex en suite bathrooms
Each bedroom of the villa has a kitchenette furnished with a Nespresso machine, kettle, fridge, and sink
Another annex bathroom
The bedrooms have traditional features such as beamed ceilings.
Casalese embodies the timeless charm of a traditional Tuscan country house,
Casalese
Tuscany
Nestled in a prime location, this newly refurbished farmhouse blends classic Tuscan charm with modern style, offering stunning Chianti views, a large infinity pool, and inviting outdoor spaces.
people
21
bedrooms
9 BR
bathrooms
9
airport
Florence 50 km
pool
Daily maid
Cook
wifi
Air condition
disabled access
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OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

Situated between Greve and Panzano, Casalese is set on a prestigious historic vineyard dating to the early 1400s. In addition to the vineyard, the 400-hectare estate has gardens, olive groves, forests and an organic farm.

The villa comprises two stone farmhouses, a main villa with six bedrooms and a three-bedroom annex, which are surrounded by manicured private gardens, tall cypress, and olive trees. Guests can have their breakfast or aperitivo on the panoramic terrace and lunch and dinner on a second terrace shaded by century old trees.

Meandering pathways through the garden lead down to the large infinity pool. You can admire the sweeping views over the picturesque Chianti countryside directly from the pool or the sun beds bordering it.

Impeccably restored, the bright and airy interiors feature white-washed wooden beams, original terracotta tiles, designer furniture and sections of stylish vintage print wallpaper. There is a large open-plan living space with three areas: a spacious living area, a dining area with an XL dining table, and a well-equipped modern kitchen. From the kitchen, there’s direct access to one of the outdoor dining terraces.

The villa’s nine bedrooms all have ensuite bathrooms and top luxury amenities. Of the six bedrooms in the main villa, the two on the ground floor are wheelchair accessible. The first-floor bedrooms have sitting areas and two have additional lofts with single beds – perfect for families. The three remaining bedrooms are located in an equally charming annex where each room has its own private entrance and garden. This layout offers guests enhanced privacy while still having excellent spaces to gather.

The villa has a wonderful location for exploring Chianti and further afield in Tuscany. Florence and Siena are under one hour’s drive. The lovely towns of Greve and Panzano are only a 10-minute drive away. Both have excellent shops and restaurants and are buzzing with local ambiance. The villa’s concierge can assist you with organizing wine tastings and other activities in the area as well as provide tips for sightseeing in Florence or Siena, both reachable in around an hour’s drive.

 

Outdoors
  • Charming stone farmhouse on a prestigious wine estate in the heart of Chianti
  • Private garden with sweeping views
  • Comfortable outdoor furniture
  • Two alfresco dining terraces
  • Fenced infinity pool (15m x 6m) with ample sun beds and stunning views
Indoors
  • Tastefully decorated interiors with contemporary appeal and historic features
  • Spacious open-plan living and dining space
  • Pantry with wine cellar
  • Main villa: 6 bedrooms with dressing rooms and ensuite bathrooms with huge showers
  • Annex: 3 bedrooms, each with separate entrance and private outdoor space
  • Every bedroom has a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) that can be split into twins. Sofa beds for children are provided in all rooms except the two ground floor bedrooms.
  • All Annex rooms are loft rooms with bedroom on mezzanine, living room with sofa bed on ground floor and a bathroom
DETAILS

DETAILS

Amenities
  • Air-conditioning in all bedrooms
  • High speed WIFI throughout
  • Safe in each bedroom
  • Villa-branded toiletries
  • Luxury bathrobes
  • Hairdryers in all bathrooms
  • Fine Italian bed and bath linen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Each bedroom of the villa has a kitchenette furnished with a Nespresso machine, kettle, fridge, and sink
  • Ice machine
  • Wine cellar
  • Barbecue
  • Smart TV in each bedroom
  • Speakers/headphones
  • All windows are fitted with protective screens
Staff | Service included
  • Daily access to English speaking concierge to help arrange all activities and reservations.
  • Housekeeping service 3 hours, 7/7
  • Continental breakfast prepared by villa’s cook (ingredients included)
  • Mid – week linen and towel change (Wednesday)
  • Daily gardening & pool maintenance
  • 24-hour on-call emergency contact
Staff | Service on request
  • Extra housekeeping service
  • Chef for lunch and dinner
  • Cocktail night with bartender
  • Meal delivery
  • Cooking classes
  • Pilates at the villa
  • Heating
FLOORPLANS

FLOORPLANS

To receive the floor plans of this villa contact Katharina or Gaia at contact@excellence.villas
THE AREA
Distances
  • The closest village is Greve in Chianti, five kilometer away, where you can find a food shops, supermarket, restaurants and several cafés. Do not miss the Saturday morning market in the main square of Greve
  • The closest commercial and private airport is Florence airport 50 km
  • Castello di Brolio 40 km – 1 hour drive
  • Castello di Ama 40km – 40 minutes
  • Montefioralle 8 km – 15 minutes
  • Panzano 10 km – 10 minutes
  • Badia a Passignano 15 km – 30 minutes
  • Radda 20 km – 30 minutes
  • Castellina in Chianti 40 km – 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Florence 40 km – 1 hour
  • San Gimignano 50 km – 1 hour
  • Siena 50 km – 1 hour
  • Rome 280 km – 3 hours and 30 minutes
Things to do
  • Greve in Chianti 5 km – 10 min: A charming town with a delightful main square surrounded by porticos and pottery shops and other artisanal boutiques. On Saturdays this square hosts a weekly market and you can further enjoy the square’s ambiance over a delicious cappuccino and pastry at the Pasticceria Chianti.
  • Wine tastings: Guests can arrange wine tours and tastings during their stay at the estate’s winery. These are offered at a special rate for guests and there is a discount on purchases. In a few minutes’ drive, you can reach other notable vineyards of Chianti Classico and beyond.
  • Brolio Castle: Located a few minutes drive from the villa, Brolio is one of the oldest wineries in the world and is where the Chianti style of wine was “born.” This is the former home of the extremely wealthy Ricasoli family who has owned the estate since 1167. You can visit the castle and the gardens on your own or book one of their guided tours which includes the history of the estate, its wine-making facilities, cellars where Brolio’s wine is aged, and concludes with a wine tasting. The village a also a good restaurant, the Osteria di Brolio
  • Castello di Ama. This tiny hamlet is the unexpected setting for museum-worthy contemporary art.The “town’s” handful of handsome buildings are now part of the Castello di Ama winery — one of Chianti’s finest — and house some of the works that the winery began commissioning over a decade ago. Today the collection consists of a dozen permanent pieces, including works by Anish Kapoor and Kendell Geers. Their two-hour guided visit includes the winery, the artwork and a tasting of the estate’s olive oil and wines (€35; book in advance)
  • Panzano: This picturesque town is well worth a wander and which features gorgeous views of the surrounding vineyards. Be sure to drift behind the square where you will find the old fortress and the Church of Santa Maria. The town is home to world famous butcher Dario Cecchini and his eatery, ideal for a hearty lunch. If you’re looking to do some shopping, track down Verso x Verso for custom designed leather goods. Just outside Panzano stands the beautiful 12th C parish church of San Leolino which houses precious pieces of sacred artwork.
  • Montefioralle: A tiny hilltop hamlet of Montefioralle, worth the detour from Greve. Leave the car in the parking just outside the wall (piazza Santo Stefano) and walk the narrow cobbled streets of this small borgo that started its life as a castle. Get the camera ready for some very picturesque scenes.
  • Badia a Passignano: The splendid monastery of Badia a Passignano takes the form of a quadrangular fortified monastic complex with corner towers. Towards the middle of the 15 C the convent was augmented by the addition of cloisters and a wall. Information regarding the year of the Badia’s foundation is unclear. In 1049 Badia passed into the Vallombrosano order, a reformed branch of the Benedictines. In 1545, the abbey became an important theological, literary and scientific study centre; the monastery chronicles report that Galileo Galilei taught mathematics here from 1587-1588. The monastery is still today occupied by the Valombrosiani monk community.
  • Radda: Majestically perched on a hill and surrounded by a sea of green, this alluring town’s position is truly spectacular. It has a medieval walkway and main square, where the Palazzo del Podestà displays its coats of arms and elegant arches. This palace had been the headquarters of the Chianti League, a military-political organisation that controlled this territory under Florence rule, for over four centuries. Opposite is the Neo-Romanesque Church of San Niccolò.
  • Castellina in Chianti 40 km – 1 hour and 30 min: A small medieval town nestled at the top of a rolling green hill at an altitude of 578m. Via Ferrucci, a pedestrian zone, is the main street and home to a number of restaurants, some with outdoor seating. Castellina is dominated by its early 15th century castle, home to the Archaeological Museum of Chianti Senese displaying ancient artifacts from area excavations, including many from the Etruscan settlements of the area. The parish church San Salvatore contains an important fresco of the enthroned Madonna attributed to Bicci di Lorenzo.
  • The “Strada Chiantigiana“ (SR 222): An ancient road leading from Florence to Siena is full of spectacular scenery, historic sites and the romance of the Tuscany region of Italy. This back road runs through rolling hills overgrown with vineyards to Chianti’s small cities and towns such as Greve, Radda, and Gaiole.
  • Hot Springs: In Tuscany there are several natural hot springs fed by volcanic water from 30 to 55 degrees Celsius. Some of them have been known from Etruscan and roman times like Calidario and Saturnia. You can add to your holiday in Tuscany a day in a thermal hot spring
  • Florence 40 km – 1 hour: The city lies on the Arno River and is known for its history and its importance in the Middle Ages and in the Renaissance, especially for its art and architecture. A centre of medieval European trade and finance, the city is often considered the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance; in fact, it has been called the Athens of the Middle Ages. It was long under the de facto rule of the Medici family. From 1865 to 1870 the city was also the capital of the Kingdom of Italy. The historic centre of Florence continues to attract millions of tourists each year and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982.
  • San Gimignano 50 km – 1 hour is a small walled medieval hill town in the province of Siena, Tuscany, north-central Italy. It is mainly famous for its medieval architecture, especially its towers, which may be seen from several kilometers outside the town. The town also is known for the white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, grown in the area.
  • Siena 50 km – 1 hour: The Sienese have no doubt, their town is the most beautiful in all of Tuscany, if not all of Italy. Siena has remained a Gothic city. Renaissance, one of the major influences in Florence, hardly affected the urban development of Siena. The city unfolds around the main shell-shaped square called “Il Campo.” Twice a year the famous horse race known as the “Palio” takes place here. The narrow streets are lined with old shops and small cafes, while churches and museums are real treasures of the fourteenth century.
To receive a complete overview of activities and sightseeing in the area, contact Katharina or Gaia at contact@excellence.villas We will promptly email you an exhaustive document.
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