Il Castagno is set in an ancient estate steeped in history whose origins date back to 970. The property is surrounded by beautiful countryside with several acres of oak forests.

It is situated on Monte Cornocchia. It lies beside the provincial road to the beautiful town of Volterra, known as the “Volterrana”, also close to San Gimignano. The Volterrana will offer the most remarkable views of this unspoilt countryside unchanged by modern times.

The property has been completely renovated and nothing has been spared to re-create the atmosphere of elegance it once lived. The once self-sufficient hamlet is made up of a mansion house, the Villa, completely independent with its own private pool and 14 other apartments in the old stables, barns and school. Villa Gambassi is completely independent from the rest of the hamlet, has its own park surrounding it, own private pool and parking space. There you will be able to relax and soak in the atmosphere of this amazing place.

The Villa is very spacious and in fact the remarkable feature of this villa is the luxury of its interiors and the abundance of space offered to its guest. All rooms have terracotta floors and beamed or vaulted ceilings.

Architectural features, such as original brick arches and stone fireplaces, have been retained to recreate that special feeling of this unique property. This together with the elegant antique furniture and fine fabrics bring back the property to its original splendours.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLA
Sleeps 16 – 368 sqm the ground floor and 375 sqm on the first floor Villa Il Castagno reflects the simple and powerful style of Tuscan noble residences. Rented in its entirety, it offers 8 double bedrooms, large reception rooms, garden and private swimming pool. A lovely large hall, originally used as a coach house, with beautiful arched brick ceiling is available for meetings and special occasions.
Ground floor: 3 very large living rooms, one of which has a beautiful sit-in fireplace at the centre of the room, a dining room, kitchen equipped with cooker, oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher. First floor: 4 double bedrooms and 4 twin bedrooms all with en- suite bathrooms or shower rooms.
Lower ground floor with a large salon can be used for wedding reception on request by guests of the villa.
The Villa is very spacious and in fact the remarkable feature of this villa is the luxury of its interiors and the abundance of space offered to its guest. All rooms have terracotta floors and beamed or vaulted ceilings. Architectural features, such as original brick arches and stone fireplaces, have been retained to recreate that special feeling of this unique property. This together with the elegant antique furniture and fine fabrics bring back the property to its original splendours.
POOL AND AMENITIES: Beautiful large exclusive swimming pool (16x6 metres- depth 0,40-1,50 m) situated in a sunny position in the well-tendered garden.. Pretty lake shared with other guests.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APARTMENTS

La Querce – Sleeps 8 – 130 sqmts. It is on 2 levels. On the ground floor there is a spacious living room and a kitchen (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), 3 twins or doubles, one double with a queen size bed and 4 bathrooms with shower. Large private garden.

Il Cipresso – Sleeps 8 - 130 sqmts. It is on 2 levels. On the ground floor there is a spacious living room and a kitchen (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), 3 twins or doubles, one double with a queen size bed and 4 bathrooms with shower. Large private garden.

La Scuola (Sleeps 6 2) - 120 sqmts. It consists of large living/dining room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), three double bedded rooms and three bathroom with shower. Two single sofa beds are available in the living room. Large private terrace. Satellite TV.

La Guardia (sleeps 5 1 ) - 85 sqmts. It is on the ground floor. It consists of a living/dining room with fire-place and a kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), two twins or double bedrooms, one single bedroom, 2 bathrooms with shower. There is also a Sat TV and a private garden at the disposal of its guests. A single sofa bed is available in the living room.

Il Castagnolo – Sleeps 8 – 157 sqmts. It is on the ground floor and consists of living/dining room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), three twin bedded rooms, one double bedded room and three bathrooms with shower and private terrace. Satellite TV

La Castagnetta – Sleeps 4 2– 110 sqmts. It consists of living/dining room with fire place and a kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), two double or twin bedded rooms and two bathrooms with shower. Ground floor and private garden. Two single sofa beds are available in the living room. Satellite TV.

Arco – Sleeps 4 2 – 65 sqmts. It is on the ground floor with private garden. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), two double or twin bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with shower. A double sofa bed (matrimonial) is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Poggio – Sleeps 4 2 – 65 sqmts. It is on the ground floor with private terrace. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), two double or twin bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with shower. A double sofa bed (matrimonial) is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Laghetto – Sleeps 4 2 – 65 sqmts. It is on 2 levels with private terrace. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), two double or twin bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with shower. A double sofa bed (matrimonial) is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

La Valle – Sleeps 3 2 – 55 sqmts. It is on the ground floor with private balcony. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven, fridge and dishwasher), one double or twin bedroom, one single bedroom and 2 bathrooms with shower. A double sofa bed (matrimonial) is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Forno – Sleeps 2 1 – 50 sqmts. It is on the ground floor with private terrace. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven and fridge), one double or twin bedroom and 1 bathroom with shower. A double sofa bed (1.60 mt) is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Guardiola – Sleeps 2 1 – 45 sqmts. It is on the ground floor with private terrace. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven and fridge), one double bedroom and 1 bathroom with shower. A single sofa bed is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Caccia – Sleeps 4 2 – 120 sqmts. It’s on the ground floor with private covered loggia with view. It consists of a living/dining room with fireplace, kitchen with fireplace (oven, fridge/freezer, cooker and dishwasher), two double/twin bedrooms and two bathrooms with shower. Double sofa bed available (1.60 m) in the living room. Sat TV is also available.

Coppo – Sleeps 2 2 - It is on the ground floor with private garden. It has a living room with kitchen corner (cooker, oven and fridge), one double bedroom and one bathroom with shower. A double sofa bed is available in the living room. Sat TV is also available.