Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!

Q: Does Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Q: Is Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Q: Where is Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! located?

This family-friendly Gaiole in Chianti villa is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Badia a Coltibuono, Church of San Sigismondo and Gaiole in Chianti Stadium. Gianfranco Carla Fineschi Botanical Rose Garden and Medieval Tower of Barbischio are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Entire home

Surrounded by 10 acres of private land which insures privacy and quiet.

Exposed archways in the foyer showcase the original construction circa 1085.

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Location
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7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14696.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

gaiole in chianti, Tuscany

Badia a Coltibuono
‪11 min walk‬
Meleto Castle
‪10 min drive‬
Castle of Brolio
‪17 min drive‬
Siena (SAY-Ampugnano)
‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3.

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4.

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Loft in annex

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom.

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2. main house

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3. tower/main house

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4. Annex

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath (main house)

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This is a unique and historic wine country villa set in the heart of one of the most famous wine countries in the world, Chianti. The Tower was built circa1085, making it nearly 1000 years young. The interior has been completely remodeled and outfitted with all of the modern amenities. Contemporary and comfortable furnishings throughout complement the ancient walls of this Tuscan villa.

Nearly every room boasts views of the mountain atop which the ruins of Montegrossi Castle are perched. Torre di Cancelli was, in fact, built to protect the highly coveted castle. A mild hike up the hill will take you inside this historic monument.

A short walk down the road leads you to the stunning Badia a Coltibuono, a former monastery that bottles its own wine and olive oil. Cooking classes, a restaurant, wine tasting, and tours are just a few of the things the abbey has to offer.

8km away, Radda in Chianti is a prized and ancient town in the area. A favorite local restaurant is Bottega da Giovannino. Be sure to say hi to Monica, the owner. She's quite the wine enthusiast and the food is excellent.

In the main house there are 5 bedrooms. 2 additional bedrooms in annex for a total of 7 bedrooms.
For those parties greater than 10 people, the annex with 2 bedrooms (max occupancy 4) will be opened. Those parties of 10 or less, will be hosted in the main house and tower only. If you desire the all 7 bedrooms and you have 10 or less guests in your party, you must make additional payment. Please inquire with owner before completing your booking.

MAIN HOUSE:
Ground floor: 1 bedrooms with king, 1 bedroom with queen size beds; 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds.
In the tower: 2 bedrooms: 1 with queen size (3rd floor), 1 with 1 twin and one double (2nd floor bunk beds), 1 full bath (2nd floor).

ANNEX:
1 bedroom with queen size; 1 loft with queen size.
1 Full bath.

GROUNDS:
10 acres of private property.
Outdoor pool, wood fire oven (perfect for pizzas), pool side gazebo and solarium.
Bocce court.
Outdoor dining with gazebo and BBQ.
Large stone patio between the main house and annex, great place for a wedding party, reunion or luxury vacation.

Property manager

Ken

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please let us know the ages of your children.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Small pets only <15 kg only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside the house. Outside smoking only.

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: 99

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gaiole in Chianti

Located in Gaiole in Chianti, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Accademia Valdarnese del Poggio Library and Museum of Terranuova Tuscany are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Badia a Coltibuono and Medieval Tower of Barbischio. Travelling with kids? Consider Gianfranco Carla Fineschi Botanical Rose Garden and Borgo di Vescine - Tenute di Castelvecchi. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

gaiole in chianti, Tuscany

What's nearby

Badia a Coltibuono - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Medieval Tower of Barbischio - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
Meleto Castle - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
Cantalici Winery - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
Castle of Brolio - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

Montevarchi-Terranuova Station - 26 min drive
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

‪Osteria Al Ponte - ‬7 min drive
‪Lo Sfizio di Bianchi - ‬7 min drive
‪I Galletto Briaco - ‬6 min drive
‪Eldorado Bar Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
‪Birreria & Bistrot - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany! located?

This family-friendly Gaiole in Chianti villa is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Badia a Coltibuono, Church of San Sigismondo and Gaiole in Chianti Stadium. Gianfranco Carla Fineschi Botanical Rose Garden and Medieval Tower of Barbischio are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Donna M.

14 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gaiole

We had a wonderful stay with family and friends at the villa! The kids absolutely loved staying in the tower! The rustic charm of the villa and surrounding area was beautiful! Really enjoyed the small towns in the area, very convenient location. We had a few small issues with the annex but it did not spoil our experience!

Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jo W.

8 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

When we first got to the house we were disappointed as it is near the road and right next to a very large electricity pylon. However when you are in the house or garden you can’t see the pylon or road and the road noise is not very loud. The house is very nicely done and the views from the garden and terrace lovely. The kitchen could be a bit better equipped eg some Pyrex dishes, but we managed fine. The drive up to the house is quite tight and one of us scratched our hire car. They should cut back the rosemary bush growing over the wall so there is more room to get the car through. Unfortunately the WiFi didn’t work throughout the visit which was very inconvenient as three of us had to work part time so we spent a money on extra data. The younger members of the group didn’t have access to data at all which left them a bit annoyed. Obviously this was not the owners fault but it meant we didn’t get what we paid for. We asked for a refund to cover our costs and the loss of amenity - we really wouldn’t have come if we had known there would be no WiFi - but we haven’t received anything which is disappointing and unfair. The management company was very good and dealt promptly with our issues.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

8 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschöne Ferien im Chianti

Der ausgebaute alte Turm bietet viel Platz für Ferien in der Großfamilie oder mit befreundeten Familien. Das Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und gut ausgestattet, so dass wir den Aufenthalt sehr genossen haben. Vom Sitzplatz vor dem Haus genießt man den Blick auf die alte Burgruine, zu der man in ca. 30 Minuten hochsteigen kann. Der schöne Pool bietet herrliche Abkühlung nach Ausflügen nach Siena, Arezzo oder Florenz und die Boulebahn wurde bald zum vorabendlichen Ritual. Durch die Aufteilung in Haupthaus und kleines, eigenständiges Nebengebäude könnte man auch gut Großeltern oder eine weitere Familie unterbringen. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Garry H.

17 Jan 2019

What a Gem!

You can feel the history as soon as you arrive at the property and then be amazed at the beautiful updates and décor which flow seamlessly with all the original characteristics of the tower. The property is incredibly maintained and sits atop a hill with panoramic views all around. All the rooms are really well appointed, all the modern conveniences you could ask for. We stayed at Torre as is was a great central point for us as we had events in Florence and Siena. Radda is only a short drive away and we had dinner across the street at Badia a Coltibuono which was great. It was a treat to stay in a such a historic home and Ken was such a great help in the planning of our trip and making our Italian holiday one of the best we have had. Looking forward to our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

14 Dec 2018

Un sogno nel Chianti

Ho alloggiato in questo antico casale con la mia famiglia, nel cuore della del Chianti. Da subito ho respirato la calda atmosfera di quest'ambiente in cui si riflette la storia del passato e la sua tradizione toscana . Questo luogo da sogno è un accogliente casale ristrutturato con passione e con gusto nel pieno rispetto della struttura antica, con il recupero dei materiali e degli arredi originali. È possibile inoltre dormire all’interno della storica torre appartenente al casale, disposta su tre livelli, completamente immersi nella natura e nella quiete, circondata da vigne, boschi e uliveti. Un’esperienza unica, da provare!!!

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Los Angeles

10 Sept 2018

Amazing, once in a lifetime experience.

Amazing property and a great value. We stayed as a group of 13 including kids and the property couldn't have been more beautiful. The surrounding area is calm and peaceful. Even though the property is close to the main country road, its recessed and secluded. The owners (Ken and Chloe) couldn't have been nicer and communicated clearly. The pool was not available, and we knew that going in, but the cool afternoon breezes and higher elevation of the property made it very comfortable. The mosquito screens on all the windows are fantastic! I heard the pool is finished, can't wait to book another stay here. Highly recommend.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lache k.

19 July 2016

Absolutely Magical - Perfect Ambiance and Location.

This Gorgeous villa exceeded all my expectations for a perfect family summer vacation in Italy. The home is a perfect marriage of ancient charm and modern conveniences. The Pictures do not do this property justice; nestled within a stunning countryside the home authentically boasts a fairytale setting for an extremely romantic getaway, upscale event, or memorable family vacation. We were drawn to the history of the tower being the actual watchtower for the castle that sits atop the neighboring hill. While the castle is no longer habitable, the tower has been maintained fabulously and offers remarkable views of the castle from the front porch and princess windows within the tower. We visited this property as a joint family vacation with our 1-year-old daughter, our Friends and their 4 and 5 year old kids. We were in constant awe of the immaculate design details in the brick floors, stone walls, vaulted ceilings, unique window placements and winding stair case that eloquently travels through the kitchen, four floors of sleeping space, a bathroom, and lands on a glass floor for a view confirming you are at the top of an ancient tower! Several days we decided to spend our time at the villa, we took a family hike to the Castle, swam daily in the pool, and ran on local trails. Within walking distance we found a cute shop across the road and a monastery, which offered romantic and family friendly dining. We also spent time in Radda, a quaint town 15 mins away, with a movie theatre, restaurants, gelato and a grocery store. The location was ideal for quick trips to Siena and Florence. And we made day trips into Pisa, Lucca and Saturnia natural hot springs. This villa is a gem, my husband said numerous times during our stay "How fantastic is it that they allow visitors to stay here, it could be a museum”. And I kept thinking what a magical place to host a wedding. I highly recommend this treasure for a vacation rental or event location.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

19 July 2016

Fabulous Luxury Villa

I had the pleasure of staying at this gorgeous villa for a few night and days in early July 2016. I was lucky enough to be accommodated in the annex, which meant I essentially had an entire house to myself. The annex is very well appointed with everything you need to feel right at home. The kitchen is perfectly stocked with brand new supplies and appliances, including tableware, pots, pans, and the ever critical wine glasses! The bathroom was updated and luxurious--large walk-in shower. The bedroom was spacious and well furnished with a beautiful bed and wardrobe to store clothing. The furnishings throughout the house are classy, luxurious, inviting, and comfortable without detracting from the charm and feel of this perfect getaway location. The annex provides the perfect combination of privacy, yet is close enough to the main house to allow you to be part of the bigger mix if vacationing with a larger group/ additional families. The screened doors and windows to the building allow for airflow throughout the house without letting all of nature inside. The main house and remainder of the property is spectacular as well. The tile floors, exposed beams, arched doorways, all of it really lends perfectly to the overall feel of this gorgeous villa in its beautiful setting. Highly recommended for large groups or multiple families who would enjoy some privacy while enjoying the company of others in their group.

About the host

Hosted by Ken

I was raised in Italy and moved when I was in elementary school to the USA.
I'm a dual citizen and reside in USA. I've always wanted to own property in Italy and have been able to realize my dream. I hope you enjoy this place and make very special memories.

Why they chose this property

The property is a dream come true and has been painstakingly restored. Peaceful, quiet, serene setting in the spectacular beauty of Chianti.

What makes this property unique

Vaulted ceilings of stone with terra cotta tile floors.
Sleep in an 11th century, remodeled tower.
Walk up to the historic ruins of Montegrossi.
Across the street from the famous monastery, Badia a Coltibuono
Less that an hour from Florence, 30 min. to Siena.
Brand new luxury grounds and outdoor pool completed 8/10/2018.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

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Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3.

Bedroom 4.

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Loft in annex

Master Bedroom.

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2. main house

Bathroom 3. tower/main house

Bathroom 4. Annex

Master Bath (main house)

Spaces

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