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Castellare di Tonda – just a few minutes drive from San Gimignano in Tuscany – is a wonderfully restored farming estate dating back to the Strozzi, a noble family of the Florentine period. Working with the finest craftsmen from across the region, twelve traditional old farmsteads have been lovingly restored and converted into tasteful, fully equipped, self-contained 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments each with access to a swimming pool / barbecue area. Set in a typical hillside landscape, this 280-hectare historic estate - at 300 metres above sea level - is within easy driving distance of Florence, Siena, Pisa and the Tuscan coastline.
There are plenty of evening activities, a golf practise field, a full equipped riding stable, massage centre, a beautiful landscaped fishing and boating/canoeing lake, a typical Tuscan restaurant, vineyards and wine tasting, olive groves and over 30 kilometres of walking or mountain biking trails within the estate. A professionally staffed children’s club provides a large indoor and outdoor play area and daily activities. Daily or weekly rates are available all year round. With quality accommodation and fittings, this is an ideal base for your family holiday or for a group of friends to explore Tuscany and Umbria.
The twelve farmhouses on the estate (over 200 hectares) are divided into two three and four-room apartments, all practical and very functional. In each apartment a Tuscan Renaissance theme is combined with the comforts of modern life. The floors and ceilings in Tuscan ‘cotto’, the aged wooden ceiling beams and the furnishings create a warm and homely atmosphere within the apartments. All apartments are provided with modern facilities including spacious bedrooms, modern kitchens, laundry facilities, ensuite bathrooms, quality bed linen and towels.
Room servicing is available at extra cost.
Prices start from about AU$800 per week for a 2 bedroom apartment for 2 adults & 2 children which includes the use of the apartment & all facilities, heating/cooling, domestic appliances, cutlery/crockery etc, water, gas, electricity, linen (changed weekly), (non-fenced) swimming pool and public areas. Cleaning costs and activities are at extra cost. There is a small supermarket on site and nearby shopping if required.
See the 'What's New' Rates Page for prices & booking sheet for 2009
Long stay discounts - now available:
Outdoor Travel is the exclusive booking agent in Australia for this wonderful accommodation centre right in the Pisa, Florence, and Siena heartlands. We offer Long Stay discounts on 1, 2 or 3-bedroom apartments on this secluded country estate with swimming pools, a restaurant, shop & riding centre & over 3-kilometres of walking or mountain biking trails with some of the finest scenery in Italy.
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CONTACT OUTDOOR TRAVEL FOR MORE INFORMATION & CURRENT PRICES
1800 331 582 (within Australia) +61 3 5750 1441 (from outside Australia) |
THE TWELVE FARMSTEADS ON OUR TUSCAN ESTATE
 Pietafitta - farmstead near the lake:
Once you have entered the gates of the property you will be surrounded by the relaxed scenery of the Pietrafitta farmstead. Recently restructured, the building offers every comfort and enjoys a privileged position with a beautiful view of the lake where wild animals – including deer - can be seen at sunrise. The complex is composed of two units divided into 6 elegant apartments, each with its own private green area. Thanks also to the beautiful swimming pool that overlooks the lake, guests may enjoy an unforgettable holiday of relaxation and meditation. A separate area of the complex offers barbecue facilities and a children's playground
 Casanuova - farmstead among the vineyards:
Enclosed by walls, Casanuova dominates the surrounding valleys and vineyards. Its cypresses and tamerisks provide a cool shelter on hot summer days.
An old village dating back to the first half of the 19th century, the Casanuova complex is composed of two, three- and four-room apartments.
There is a swimming pool for adults, one for children and a small children' s play area.
 Campiano: High on the ridge - ideal for wildlife lovers
There are three sepertate units, a swimming pool for adults and one for children, as well as a kids playground.
From here, at sunrise, you may watch deer and Mouflons coming out of the wood on the grounds nearby.
Fornace: Top class and exclusive with a great location
Fornace lies 200m away from the main complex,and it is made up of three separate buildings. The apartments are really the most exclusive,offering all comforts.
Thanks to this central position, the Reception, the Restaurant, the mini-market, the church and the Bar are just a short walk away.
 San Carlo e San Tommaso: The estate with the secular holm-oak tree.
A double line of cypress and fruit trees leads to this estate where one can enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding fields and of the thick vegetation with the oldest holm-oak tree on the estate.
In the middle of a spacious clearing shaded by trees is a large swimming pool for adults, one for children and, just a short distance away, a tennis court with synthetic grass.
 Casina: I deal for the Golf enthusiast
Situated in a small village on the estate at the edge of the estate, its location beside the newly constructed practise golf course and putting greens make it very attractive and popular.
Palazzina: The tuscan dream
A line of cypresses leads to the farmhouse called Palazzina (6 apartments). From the top of this hill you can enjoy a stunning view of the surrounding vineyards, woods and valleys.
The air here is fresh and on clear days you can see as far as the Tuscan coast (about 60 minutes drive away). The swimming pool offers complete relaxation in a beautiful location surrounded by open meadows, fig trees and vineyards.
Despite it feeling of isolation, Palazzina is only a 6 minute walk from the tennis court and 8 minutes from the restaurant.
San Nicola: A corner of Paradise
In an island of green lawn, these well locatedyet secluded apartments, will allow you to sunbath whilst admiring the wonderful Tuscan landscape.
The swimming pool overlooks the wildlife reserve, where at dawn and dusk you may even catch sight of mouflons, deer, fallow deer and roe deer.
The Estate's lake with all its attractions is just a short walk away.
 Redine: A breathtaking view from the hill
From its truly unique position on a prominant hill, the Redine estate offers visitors a breathtaking view of the thick woods that frame the surrounding valleys and hillsides.
It is also a perfect spot from which to enjoy the views be they the stunning colours of sunset or distabt the coast. A swimming pool and children's play area are located beside the aprtments.
 Mezzacosta: Just as hundred years ago
For those looking for peace and qiete, this farmstead is composed of only two apatments, each with three rooms, the result of masterly renovations.
Set in a secluded position with its own private swimming pool, it dominates a splendid view of unspoiled woodland on the edge of the estate offering peace and solitude.
 Castellare: The Farmhouse which the Estate has been named after
The restored farm buildings are divided into three apartment units which sit high on the horizon on a natural terrace overlooking the valley.
There are a swimming pool, a children play ground and, just a few step away, the all weather tennis court and stables.
An ideal family base to relax or explore
 Aietta: A look back to the past
The Aietta estate is located on slightly raised ground among the hills of the Chianti a short distance north and easst from the main Estate.
Framed by olive and vineyards, these former village buildings have been perfectly restored in the architectural style of the mid 19th century.
The swimming pools for adults and children overlook the valley, the tennis court and the children’s playground.
Riding School and Horse Centre
At Castellare di Tonda, horses are the owners passion. The fully equipperd and well appointed Horse Riding Centre - run by a team of professionals - has a stud farm with more than 30 Quarter Horses with a Club House, indoor ring, breeding area and two arenas (one covered of 50x26 metres and an outddor training arena of 30x50 metres).
Rides (both inside and outside the estate) are a special event available daily. Riding classes for beginners (including children's classes) with multi-lingual instructors are provided offereing the maximum in competence and safety. The Estate also breed and trains reining horses.
Guided horse-riding excursions can last a whole day, a half-day or a couple of hours perhaps with the option of a pre-arranged picnic at the lake on the estate. Rides to visit more remote areas will enable you will discover ancient Etruscan ruins and a host of Tuscan wildlife.
Resturant: Typical Tuscan Cuisine
The castellare Di Tonda restaurant is open daily for guests and visitors serving dishes of traditional Tuscan cuisine.
Perhaps a highlight of your stay, guests may join in with traditional Tuscan cooking courses - with the pleasure of tasting all the food you have prepared.
Group or specialist cooking courese, baqnquets and special dinners are available on request
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