Castello di Casalta

Pontassieve, Italy

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An authentic medieval castle, completely restored and immersed in the green countryside of Tuscany but about fifteen minutes from South Florence: this is Castello di Casalta. Situated in a unique location with spectacular views of the scenic surrounding hills, Castello di Casalta will allow you to live an unforgettable experience among history, comfort, nature and privacy.

The space

Castello di Casalta offers the unique and exciting opportunity to stay in a medieval castle, complete with crenellated walls and watchtower, but without sacrificing the comforts and amenities of a high-class stay. Located in the province of Florence, the castle was originally built in the 1300s and was an outpost of the Florentine de' Pazzi family of bankers, notorious for their failed conspiracy against the Medici. Today it is a charming 500-square-meter luxury residence surrounded by the typical landscapes of the Tuscan countryside, with a succession of rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves.

Once you enter the property, you will feel as if you are entering a dream world. The castle is built around the central watchtower, which includes a large 60m2 furnished terrace with breathtaking views, an imperial suite and another room with a private bathroom. On either side of the central tower are two independent units, each with two large and quiet bedrooms. The first unit also includes a fireplace, a large bookcase, an extra sofa bed, and finally a magnificent veranda protected by glass windows overlooking the garden.

All rooms are en suite, and each independent unit has a fully equipped kitchen. This means that you will be able to rent either the entire property or during the winter season one of the three independent units; in fact, each unit has its own entrance and privacy is always guaranteed.

In summer, the ancient Alberese stone walls keep the room naturally cool. Large windows make the room always bright and allow the view of the garden and surrounding hills to be enjoyed from every corner of the house. Outside, the garden includes oaks and other ancient trees for wonderful and relaxing nature walks. The swimming pool with wooden sun terrace, open from 1 May to 30 October, is also surrounded by greenery. The garden also features charming secluded corners with tables and chairs for evening aperitifs or romantic al fresco dinners.
Castello di Casalta, an enchanted place to experience a stay fit for kings and queens.

Access for guests

You can park your car directly in front of the gate, you can also enter on the coach road just to leave your luggage in front of the main entrance

One's own car is needed to reach the property, as it is located in open country, not connected by public transport, and to move around freely in the area

Panoramic views

View of the vineyard
Valley view
Pool view
Mountain view
Garden view
Park view
Courtyard view

Bathroom

Bathtub
Hair dryer
Cleaning products
Shampoo Lordship Wally
Bath Bath Lordship Wally
Bidet
Outdoor shower
Hot water
Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry room

Free washing machine (in the accommodation)
Essentials
Towels, sheets, soap and toilet paper
Hangers
Bedding
Cotton linens
Extra pillows and blankets
Blackout curtains
Iron
Clothesline
Mosquito net
Space to store clothing: closet

Entertainment

43-inch HDTV with cable TV with premium channels, DVD player, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV
Bluetooth sound system
Game consoles: Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360
Sports equipment: yoga mat
Books and reading materials

Family

Crib: available upon request
Portable baby box/travel crib: always in the accommodation
Books and toys for children 5 to 10 years old
High chair
Chimney protections
Board Games

Heating and air conditioning

Central air conditioner
Portable air conditioner
Indoor fireplace: wood burning
Portable fans
Central heating
Portable heater

Home security

Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

Internet and office

Wi-fi
Dedicated workspace
In a private space with ergonomic chair

Kitchen and dining area

Kitchen
A space where guests can cook
Refrigerator
Microwave oven
Basic cooking services
Pots, pans, oil, salt and pepper
Dishes and cutlery
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
Freezer
Dishwashers
Gas cooktop
Stainless steel oven
Kettle
Coffee machine: plunger coffee maker
Wine glasses
Toaster
Baking tray
Blender
Barbecue utensils
Grill, charcoal, bamboo or iron skewers, etc.
Dining table
Coffee

Housing characteristics

Private entrance
Separate entrance to street or building

Outdoors

Private patio or balcony
Private garden, Fully fenced
An open space of housing usually covered with grass
Brazier
Outdoor furniture
Hammock
Outdoor dining area
Barbecue grill

Parking lots and facilities

Free on-site parking: 8 spaces
Private outdoor pool: available seasonally, available 24 hours a day, rooftop
Available mag to oct
Private hot tub: available seasonally, available 24 hours a day

Services

Pets allowed Service animals are always allowed
Long-term stays are allowed Allows stays beyond 28 days

BREAKFAST
Pasticceria Andrea, Piazza Mazzini 6/7, Compiobbi

SUPERMARKET
Coop a Molin del piano o più grande a Sieci

SANDWICHES
Antico vinaio (Firenze)

FUSION
Kome (Firenze)
Momoyama (Firenze)
Via vai (Firenze)
“Sesto on Arno” restaurant on the roof garden of the excelsior hotel just above the river Arno . Fantastic view on Florence and Arno river

FISH
Fuor d’acqua (Firenze)
Il cestello (Firenze)
Trattoria del pesce (bargino) (Close to home)

CLASSIC
Harry’s bar just on the riverside of Arno “AMERICAN BAR MUSIC AND APERITIFS “
“Da Paszwosky” pianobar live
“Colle Bereto”
“Da Gilli”
“Terrace Hotel continental”
“Terrace Hotel Minerva “

The place is also very well connected by a little train that will take you directly into the center of Florence in a few minutes

Additional services bookable for the facility

Your stay in one of our properties can be completed by booking some of our experiences.
For all our activities we recommend booking well in advance to ensure the availability of services.

ACTIVE

If you love sports and outdoor activities, we can rent you mountain bikes and E-bikes, or offer you horseback riding, Vespa, quad or off-road experiences exploring our countryside and forests, as well as a more exclusive hot-air balloon ride!

It is also possible to have us book a golf course and a tennis or padel court at nearby partner facilities. Finally, we will also be pleased to assist you in organising motorboat or sailing trips on the coast for an even more exclusive stay.

CHAUFFEUR

Book your exclusive rental service with us, we can pick you up or take you all over Italy.

EXPLORE

We organise special tours with private guides to Florence, Siena, Pisa, the Chianti countryside or the Etruscan coast. On request also to destinations in other regions.

In combination with our tours it is possible to book a chauffeur-driven 9-seater minibus hire, or priority access to the most important and exclusive historical attractions such as the Uffizi, the Vasari Corridor, etc.

HOME CUISINE

We can provide a private chef for traditional Tuscan lunches or dinners or special.

We have selected chefs who can always offer seafood, fusion, vegetarian or vegan, or finally medieval cuisine at home. Our pizza chef can bring his professional equipment with a wood-burning oven to offer you a real pizzeria at home and offer an all you can eat menu with pizza and spritz. Book a traditional Tuscan cooking class.

NANNY SERVICE

Need to get away from the routine and want your kids to enjoy their pool vacation safely while you adults can take advantage of our extras?

Our professional baby sitters will take care of your children.

RELAX

Do you need to regain mental and physical balance before returning to your daily life?

In this case we will have a professional join you for a treatment of your choice from relaxing massage, reflexology, Thai massage, reiki massage, or a yoga master. A special SPA-party or relaxing BEAUTY-party can be a wonderful gift for you and your friends.

TASTE

We have selected many wineries for you to visit where you can taste the best wines of the region, accompanied by our special cured meats and cheeses to enjoy with bread and our excellent extra virgin olive oil