Castle of Volognano

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Pool
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

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RIGNANO sull arno, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationCastello di Volognano6 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Mall Luxury Outlet12 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastello di Nipozzano13 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)51 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Castle of Volognano

Volognano is a unique village in the world that offers the opportunity to enjoy countless experiences of taste, life, and learning in one of the most beautiful Italian regions, Tuscany. The Castello di Volognano is located in the heart of the Chianti Colli Fiorentini. Its suites, rooms, swimming pool and gardens are perfect for holidays and exclusive events, but also to take part in tastings and food and wine workshops with direct sales of local products. All this just 16 km from the historic center of Florence.

THE CASTLE
The Castello di Volognano is a complex of architecture dating back to the eleventh century. recently transformed from a family residence into an accommodation facility. A perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend, holidays to discover the nature and culture of Tuscany, or organize weddings and events of all kinds or participate in one of the organized activities.

The Castello di Volognano is located in the heart of the Chianti Colli Fiorentini, just 16 km from Florence and at an altitude of about 400 meters, surrounded by 200 hectares of vineyards and olive groves offering a breathtaking view. Built in a dominant position overlooking the surrounding territories, the castle is surrounded by the medieval village that developed on its margins, including a small church where the Holy Mass of the Catholic rite is still celebrated on Sundays and within which two works are exhibited attributed to the Rosso Fiorentino school dating back to the late 14th century.

The accommodation includes 700 square meters of apartments on three floors: on the ground floor the kitchen, the dining room, two large living rooms and a bathroom; on the first floor a double suite with private bathroom and two double rooms with shared bathroom; on the second floor a second suite with private bathroom, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom with a shared bathroom, a study and a laundry; on the third floor there is a relaxation area with billiards and satellite TV.

The outdoor spaces enrich the structure of a striking 6 × 12 m swimming pool partly inside the limonaia, equipped with changing room and bathroom for guests in the pool, and the equipped Italian garden, as well as a room suitable for organizing events from the ancient cellars of the Castle.

THE ACCOMMODATION AND THE ROOMS
On the ground floor there are the charming kitchen, the spacious dining room, a bathroom and two large rooms finely furnished, one of which was obtained from the old mill once used for the production of extra virgin olive oil and equipped with two sofa beds .

The first floor of the residence is composed of the "Suite dei Marchesi", a luxurious double bedroom with bathroom, shower and bathroom with bathtub for exclusive use, and the two charming double rooms "Donna Livia" and "Mrs Anna", which they share a bathroom with a hydromassage shower.

The second floor of the Castle includes the second suite "Donna Camilla", a fabulous double bedroom with a bathroom equipped with a bathtub exclusively dedicated to its guests, the sophisticated "Vittoria" double room and the "Sole" double room, which share the use of a bathroom with bathtub. In addition to the rooms, on the second floor there is a studio and a laundry room, while the third and last floor of the structure is completely occupied by a large relaxation area with billiards belonging to Napoleon Bonaparte, satellite TV and game table. Perfect place to relax and spend quality time with friends and family.

Finally, the apartments of the Castle are surrounded by a beautiful and well-kept Italian garden equipped in order to fully enjoy the time spent in the open air and including an original swimming pool (6x12m) partially built inside a lemon house, from where you can enjoy the view of the Tuscan hills away from the summer heat. Guests who use the pool have a changing room and a bathroom with shower.

SERVICES
Breakfast, lunch and / or dinner with a personal chef
To make your stay even more special you can ask for a personal chef, a cook at your disposal for the preparation of breakfasts, brunches, lunches or dinners. The chef will propose different menu hypotheses in order to meet the tastes of all the guests.

Laundry service
The guests of the Castle can request that they be provided for their laundry or to organize the washing in the dyeing of their most precious or delicate items.

concierge
You can organize visits to museums, purchase event tickets, get tips on local attractions to see and routes to explore, get advice and support for restaurant reservations or other activities outside the Castle.

Driver
Private transfers can be arranged to and from the airport, the train station or the center of Florence, as well as any other desired location.

Babysitter
A professional babysitting service is available on request to ensure that children and their parents can fully enjoy their stay at Volognano.

Extra domestic help and local food shopping with delivery
Designed especially for guests who occupy the entire property or spend a longer period at the Castle, the support service in domestic work over the already planned reorganization of rooms and bathrooms and the ability to comfortably receive at the Castle their own shopping for products Local food is available on request.

Minimum stay 3 nights.
Daily cleaning bedroom and bathroom in the morning excluding Sundays included in the price.
Security deposit € 100.00 for night are payable locally cash.
Extra charges not included
Gas for heating on request € 200,00/ par day
Extra beds max 2 beds € 80 / each day. max 14

Tourist tax required by the municipality: € 1,00 per day per person for up to 6 days; under 16s are excluded

At the time of booking, the entire Castle is in exclusive with the garden

Property manager

PATRIZIA
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Languages

English, French, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Housekeeping

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Con numero limitato di persone

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Salvo approvazione

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Con numero limitato di persone
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Rignano sull'Arno

Located in Rignano sull'Arno, this castle is in a rural area. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Mall Luxury Outlet and Central Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Villa Medicea di Lilliano - Malenchini and Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours.
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RIGNANO sull arno, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Castello di Volognano - 6 min drive
  • The Mall Luxury Outlet - 12 min drive
  • Castello di Nipozzano - 13 min drive
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 22 min drive
  • Uffizi Gallery - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Pontassieve Station - 7 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cantuccio Del Buongustaio - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante da Pampurio - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Far West di Bechelli Piera - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Il Girarrosto - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Ruggini - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle of Volognano have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castle of Volognano pet-friendly?

Yes, this castle allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Castle of Volognano?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle of Volognano?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castle of Volognano located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly castle is within 6 mi (10 km) of Castello di Volognano, The Mall Luxury Outlet, and Arno River. Castello di Nipozzano and Castello del Trebbio are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tuscan getaway
Beautiful property out in the Tuscan hills! Property manager was amazing, attending to all our needs! Transfers in and out of town, property wine tour/lunch, chef dinner and welcome fridge stock, absolutely amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa d.

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Would return in a hearbeat!
How would I summarize our experience at Castello di Volognano? 10 out of 10. The castle is more than a place to sleep during your travels. It is a destination in and of itself. For just five days, my family and I felt like Italian dignitaries. We received a royal greeting from Iacopo, the castle's concierge. Perfecting the art of being invisible yet always available, he graciously attended to our every need. We arrived and were greeted with a beautiful glass of Chianti as we listened to Iacopo give an interesting talk about the castle's wine and olive oil production. We enjoyed charcuterie, a tasting of the vineyards' wines, and a light dinner, which included the best lasagna I have ever tasted. Inside the castle, you are immersed in history, art, and architecture like no other. You can't help but feel that you've transported back in time but forward in social status. The backyard will be your gathering place for morning coffee and late-afternoon cocktails. Being on the top of the hill, your views of the Tuscan countryside are as magnificent as the sounds and scents wafting through the cooling breeze. Every single one of my family loved the castle. Ours was a busy trip. Our only regret was not booking one more night just to relax and enjoy our surroundings. We will return as soon as we can! It was a blissful experience, and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place to Stay In Tuscany
The description does not do it justice. The We plan to go back. Iacopo is a gem. He was so responsive. He helped prepare our meal as part of our cooking class, and he gave a great tour of the winery. Be sure to get up and visit the church at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday. It is worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hans K., Bonsall, CA, USA

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Great, spacious authentic castle
We were a group of 5 adult couples. Not all had private bathroom/shower (see their description). Still, this is a huge (!) place, with plenty of big living/dining/game rooms. The kitchen is small-ish but works. The building/castle is truly amazing, you will be impressed, and the grounds are beautiful. We were less impressed with housekeeping (just daily bed making, but no new linens all week, and fresh towels only upon request even if they were placed on the floor). Most of us weren't happy with the mattresses. A pre-stocked refridgerator for our late-pm arrival would have been nice (no such option) - that would be super helpful when arriving from long distance and have no idea where to buy what. Now, the castle is an authentic 1000 year-old building, and while all that is really special and impressive, don't expect window screens (big bugs find their way into the bedrooms), no modern plumbing, and showers and drains are so-so. So that's the trade-off. The location is amazing, quiet, hill-top with incredible Tuscan views - something you'll write home about! You feel like a king up there.There's a groundskeeper who's very helpful with where to go, what to see, etc. The nearest town is ~15 min by car, with a train-station (to get into Florence), a really big grocery store, plenty of small restaurents, etc. Really everything you need is there. Perhaps except for the bedrooms' non-biting bugs and the mattress quality, this is a spectacular place you'll not forget.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charla L., Camarillo, CA

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Tuscany Castle
Fantastic experience! Iacopa took great care of us and made sure we had everything we needed. Wonderful setting and a great experience. Sitting outside either at the pool or at the tables was our favorite way to relax. We enjoyed their locally produced wine as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD S.

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Amazing Week in Tuscany
This place is beyond words and the people that run it are even better. They really care about your happiness. The chef that can come in and cook to the daily housekeeping services are beyond amazing. And you cannot forget Jacapo (not correct spelling) he is everything you can ask for in a property manager. His wine tour was nothing short of amazing and the history given was special. I would rebook this place in an instant. Thank you for everything!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna Maria R.

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AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL!
This is a place you learn to love. From the very beginning we begin to notice all the special things about it. Our first dinner was under the trees. The view of the rolling vineyards and olive trees made you want to cry. At 7:00 we heard our church bells and it gave us chills! The pool and grounds were amazing and beautiful. The kitchen had everything needed for meals. There were linens, dishes, etc for all meals. The “welcome fridge” was wonderful! We cannot say enough about this place. Patricia and Edwardo were wonderful hosts. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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Fantastic Stay in Tuscany!
We had an absolutely amazing time at the castle! We were a group of ten staying a week for my wife's 40th birthday and everything was wonderful. The pictures really don't show you how huge the shared spaces are, there was plenty of room for people to spread out and enjoy themselves, but also great places to be cozy together. We had both the cooking class and the private chef for one night and highly recommend both. I also suggest taking the winery tour and wine tasting option, it's great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

161814 K.

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Castle of Volognano Was Wonderful
We loved the castle. The grounds are stunning. The kitchen is well-supplied. We asked them to arrange a cooking class and dinner, that was so much fun. It's a beautiful base to use for day trips, and it's also fun to hang out there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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Magical
Our stay at the Castle was fabulous! The setting is like a Tuscan dream, high on a hill with olive groves, vineyards and rustic villas all throughout the valley. The weather was perfect (mid 70’s) and the sunsets were gorgeous each night. Our hosts were very helpful and gracious and the staff were warm, friendly and very knowledgeable. We did a cooking class (highly recommended), had a chef prepare several meals and a driver available to take us to sites and wineries. Highly recommended place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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Gorgeous castle with spectacular views.
Castello di Volognano is a gorgeous castle with stunning views and enough room for many families to have their own private space. The views from all directions are beautiful and you can truly immerse yourself if the beauty of Tuscany while sitting outside. There is an outdoor ping pong table and an indoor billiards table which are great additions. The train station is close which allows you to travel to Florence in under 30 minutes. There are plenty of fans in the bedrooms which help with the summer heat but it would have been wonderful if there had been screens on the upstairs windows to let in the cool night air without also letting in the many mosquitoes. There are plenty of beds which were the only issue we had with our entire stay. They were very firm and truly uncomfortable, as were the pillows. They were the only un-luxurious part of this very luxurious castle. But despite the uncomfortable beds, our stay was magnificent. We did the wine tour with Iacopo who is generous and kind and happy to answer all your questions. We relaxed by the beautiful pool and enjoyed our time at Castello di Volognano!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yanni K.

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Amazing!
Such an amazing experience at Castello di Volognano! The castle was perfect for four couples with plenty of space to relax. The location is very convenient with a nearby town providing everything you need and the views of the rolling hills of Tuscany were stunning. The pool was also great and the service by the hosts made our stay even more memorable. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I., Southport, NC

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Beyond our expectations
Yes, it is a real castle. Everything is updated; the bathrooms, bedrooms, living spaces and kitchen. Plenty of room to spread out. The views of Tuscany were breathtaking. The swimming pool was an added bonus. Our service was great. Yacapo and Patrizia were wonderful to work with. In 20 minutes you can be in Florence.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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Spectacular
Beyond expectation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pietro D.

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Highly recommend. Pictures do not do it justice.
The property is as beautiful if not more than you imagine . The host and the owner went out of their way to make our stay great . We were 5 couples and every couple said they would return . Grazie Mille .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

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Tolle Liegenschaft
Sehr geräumige Liegenschaft. Toll ausgebaut. Sehr nette Vermieter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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Fantastic Tuscany Holiday
All I can say is wow. The property was amazing - we've stayed in some pretty amazing properties, this one was by far the best! The views were fantastic, the castle was spectacular, and a pool!! Our host Iacopo made our stay so very special, his recommendations were fantastic, always helpful and just overall a great person - we miss him! And the wine was some of the best we had in Italy! I highly recommend the wine tour with the "light" lunch (we couldn't finish it all). Overall by far the best holiday we have ever had - if you're thinking about staying in Tuscany, you need to do it here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cataldo P.

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Super location
The castle is amazing, super atmoshpere
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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Magnificent Get Away to a Castle
As we cornered a bend in the road outside a small town in Italy, we could see our castle await us on the hillside. Surrounded by olive and grape vineyards, like a picture out of a fairy tale. We pulled into the narrow road leading to the entrance and all of our ladies were saying "wow". We were greeted warmly, and shown a tour of our home for the week. There were six ladies all long time friends, and there was more than enough space for us all to have time together, alone, pool side, terrace side, each had our own bedroom, a few shared a full bath. We enjoyed cooking several nights and the kitchen had everything we could want. The arrival host fridge (as they call it) had enough food for days. They also have a family room that hosts their own whites, red, and chianti wines which have the price so we enjoyed almost all of that too! The olive oil produced by the family is lovely and we cooked with that and ate with snacks. Taking a wine tasting tour with a light snack was the most incredible experience as it is lead by the wine master, so you learn so much and can feel the passion that goes into making the wines. I would love to bring my family and children back sometime. They hosts are lovely, their entire team from Laura, Claudia, and Gloriana were so helpful to us. This home more than exceeded our expectations. Also, in Pontesievve you can take a 17 minutes train to the station in Florence, so easy to go into the City to sight see and return late.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Michigan, USA

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Just perfect
The communication with the castle was always quick. Everything was perfect. We used the welcome fridge when we arrived - plenty of food for 12 with left overs for snacking. The breakfast was massive and enough for everyone. They also arranged breakfast to go for our group since everyone was leaving at different times on the day of check out. The location is only 10 minutes from Pontassieve which had 3 grocery stores and dining. Also if you get there early enough - free parking at train station! It was 14 Euros round trip on train to Florence SMN only took 25-30 minutes on train. 2 of our group did the wine tour and thought it was fabulous! They said it was the best part of their stay. It was nice to be out of the city and in the "country". It was quiet. There were fans in everyroom. They did have mosquito plug ins but you might want to bring your own for nights in the garden. The pool wasn't heated but the cold water felt great on your feet after walking all day. All in all, the whole group was super pleased with everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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Amazing
Our stay was amazing! The wine tasting and tour was fantastic. We loved everything about our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H., Wakefield

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Magical!
Outstanding experience for our whole family! The Castle was magnificent in every way. The Wine Tour was phenomenal and a must do for guests! The hosts kindness to all of us was truly appreciated. You will not be disappointed if you stay at Costello Volognano!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Wonderful stay at a wonderful castle!
Over the course of a week, my American and Italian family (14 people in total!) met at Castle Volognano. It is truly a magical place. The owners and staff were lovely - thank you Alberto, Patrizia, Claudia and Jacopo! It is also worth mentioning that the daily cleaning service is very helpful and we highly suggest getting the refrigerator stocked for your arrival as well as doing one buffet dinner. The grounds and views are stunning and there is even a family of turtles living in the gardens. Yes, turtles! What's not to love? We also recommend taking a tour of the winery. Jacopo was outstanding and hilarious. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Most amazing Tuscany adventure ever
The castle and staff was amazing. We couldn’t have asked for more. Was right out of a movie
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Karen R., Massachusetts

Beautiful!
First impression was amazing, it truely is a castle! We are a family of 14 adults ranging ages 79 to 24, everyone loved it! The one draw back is the accommodations for the 2 extra people, there are only 6 bedrooms, so they put 2 cots in an area off the hall away upstairs, there is not a door and not much air circulation. The entire property was immaculately maintained. Iacopo was a pleasure to deal with during our stay. We did the tour of the vineyard with him and a tasting as well, very enjoyable! We cooked in the well appointed kitchen. On our last night we had the villa arrange for a chef to prepare our last dinner, Magnifico!!!! Oh, last but certainly not least, the wine and the olive oil and the wine are fabulouso! Thank you so much to Iacopo for being so helpful during our stay! We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

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