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VILLA IL CASELLO - PANZANO

15 Bedrooms

Location and Surrounding Area
Set in Panzano in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany’s renowned Chianti region, Villa Il Casello is surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. The peaceful countryside setting offers beautiful views and an authentic Tuscan atmosphere, while the charming village of Panzano is close by. Its location is ideal for enjoying the tranquillity of the countryside while exploring the picturesque villages, historic towns, renowned wineries and beautiful landscapes of the Chianti area.

The villa is perfectly placed for discovering the charming villages of the Chianti countryside. Greve in Chianti, with its distinctive Piazza Matteotti, is an ideal starting point, while nearby Montefioralle enchants with its medieval lanes and historic castle. Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti are equally worth exploring, each offering historic landmarks and countryside views. Along the scenic Chiantigiana road, vineyards, olive groves, churches and castles create an unforgettable landscape.

For those wishing to combine countryside escapes with visits to Tuscany’s great art cities, Florence and Siena are both within easy reach. Panzano lies almost halfway between the two, making it an excellent base for exploring Florence’s extraordinary artistic heritage, from its historic centre and magnificent cathedral to its world-renowned galleries, or Siena’s medieval streets, elegant Piazza del Campo and Gothic architecture. After a day immersed in art and history, guests can return to the peaceful beauty of the Chianti hills.

The surrounding area is also a wonderful destination for lovers of food, wine and the outdoors. Panzano sits in the heart of the Chianti Classico wine region, with vineyards and wineries scattered throughout the hills, offering opportunities for tastings and visits to local estates. The area is ideal for scenic drives, cycling and walks through vineyards and woodland, while the nearby Pieve di San Leolino, one of the area’s historic Romanesque churches, offers both cultural interest and beautiful views across the countryside.

Villa Il Casello is 46 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport, 98 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport, and 131 km from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. The villa is less than 3 km from Panzano in Chianti, 5 km from Greve in Chianti, 7 km from Montefioralle, 15 km from Castellina in Chianti, 16 km from Radda in Chianti, 25 km from Gaiole in Chianti, 33 km from Florence, 41 km from Siena, 43 km from San Gimignano, 64 km from Volterra, and 102 km from Pisa.

The Property
Villa Il Casello is an enchanting Tuscan retreat where timeless character, refined comfort and the beauty of the Chianti countryside come together in harmony. Set across the main villa and three separate guesthouse suites, the property offers 12+3 bedrooms accommodating up to 30 guests. Original architectural details, elegant furnishings and contemporary touches create an atmosphere of understated luxury, while a wealth of inviting communal spaces allows guests to enjoy both convivial moments and peaceful privacy.

The villa’s outdoor spaces have been designed to make the most of its spectacular setting, with three main terraces unfolding through gardens framed by cypress trees and sweeping views across the timeless Chianti hills. The panoramic terrace runs the full length of the ground floor and offers a combination of shaded and sun-filled sitting areas, furnished with comfortable seating nooks and sofas. Just below, the dining terrace, directly outside the kitchen and dining room, is made for memorable al fresco gatherings.

A third, more intimate leisure terrace, reached via 21 steps from the dining area, provides a peaceful sitting area with several small tables. Further down, the 14-metre outdoor pool takes centre stage. The pool terrace is surrounded by sun loungers, umbrellas and small tables, while five steps lead to an additional sunbathing area and an outdoor bar. A nearby children’s play area is discreetly tucked among the herb-scented gardens. There is also parking for up to 40 cars outside the villa.

Main Villa (12 Bedrooms):
Inside, the villa has a charming Tuscan character, with timber beams, terracotta floors, brick arches and vaulted ceilings. Two spacious living rooms provide comfortable spaces to relax, while the bright open-plan dining area and professional kitchen open onto the dining terrace. On the main villa’s ground floor, the entrance leads into a welcoming reception area, with Sillano to the right, an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower and private access to the terrace.

Three steps down from the reception is a small living area with a TV. To the left is Brolio, an air-conditioned double/twin bedroom with access to the wrap-around terrace and an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower, reached via two steps. To the right is Valle, an air-conditioned double bedroom with terrace access and an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower. Five steps up, opposite Valle, is Citile, an air-conditioned double/twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a rainfall shower, located four steps down.

On the first floor of the main villa, a staircase rises three steps to Petriolo, an air-conditioned double bedroom with private access to the wrap-around terrace and an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower. Continuing up another eight steps, a landing leads via two steps to Ripa, an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and rainfall shower. From the landing, one step leads into the first-floor living room, where deep, comfortable sofas are arranged around a fireplace.

Off this room is Zano, an air-conditioned double/twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom equipped with a handheld shower. Three steps from the living room lead to another landing, where Dudda offers an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom located three steps down and fitted with a rainfall shower. Next door, Vico is another air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a rainfall shower.

Ruffoli is an air-conditioned double/twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom located four steps up and equipped with a rainfall shower, while Casole, accessed via four steps, is an air-conditioned double/twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a rainfall shower and a mezzanine level reached by 12 steps. From the same landing, a further 14 steps lead to Toricella, an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a rainfall shower.

The lower ground floor is dedicated to convivial dining and wellness. In the wellness area, a tranquil sanctuary designed for deep relaxation, guests can enjoy a heated indoor swimming pool (8 x 4 m), an infra-red Finnish sauna, and a bathroom with a rainfall shower. The on-site concierge can also arrange a tailored wellness programme, including hot stone massages, reflexology, private yoga, sound baths and personal training, allowing every stay to be personalised around relaxation and wellbeing.

Guesthouse Suites (3 Bedrooms):
Belvedere, accessed via two steps from the terrace, features an air-conditioned double bedroom, a freestanding bathtub, a small sitting area and a bathroom with a rainfall shower. Next to it, Loggiato offers an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower, a kitchenette and a small living room with a sofa bed. Terrazza, accessed from the lower ground floor terrace, includes an air-conditioned double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a rainfall shower and an outdoor sitting area.