Luxury Fortress Near Florence
Run as a boutique holiday rental, this luxury fortress has been fully renovated to luxurious standards, offering 23 bedrooms, 23 bathrooms, and several splendid frescoes rooms across the main castle and several buildings.
Offering 360 degree views over the Chianti landscape, the luxury castle is located near the town of Impruneta, an area renowned for its olive oil production.
The luxury fortress is surrounded by 248 acres of countryside with centuries-old vineyards and olive groves. Currently in production on its organic farm is an award-winning extra virgin olive oil, and an excellent IGT Toscana red wine.
The luxury castle offers a unique Tuscan lifestyle, with luxurious accommodations in a rustic and romantic setting. The medieval castle dates back to 1300 and is set in the heart of what was once its own village.
Within its ancient walls, there is an authentic courtyard, historic cellars, and the original olive mill is currently run as a museum.
The romantic Italian gardens surrounding the property include a vaulted trellis (berceau) and a wisteria pergola. There’s also a limonaia (lemon house) and a large swimming pool beneath the castle walls.
A beautifully decorated consecrated chapel on the property has been used for civil unions, as the property has been frequently rented for intimate wedding celebrations.
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