Rosmarino at Castellare in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti - Siena

Castellare in Chianti is a lovely hamlet in the Tuscan hills near Gaiole in Chianti. It is recently restored with care and to a good standard. There are three buildings which house 10 individual villas, the reception and the custodian's villa.

The large pool is located down a few steps immediately next to the buildings, it's surrounded by a wooden fence with three gates. A pretty pine forest bordering the pool area provides shade.

This wonderful Tuscan hamlet is well positioned in the Chianti hills above Gaiole and about 3.5km from a little village where there is a restaurant. It's surrounded by a cooling forest which keeps it fresh during the hot Tuscan days.

All the individual eating areas are open to the hamlet grounds which makes this the ideal property for those who seek contact with other guests. There is also a quiet road which passes the hamlet, however occasional traffic can be heard.
Pets are allowed at Castellare in Chianti however must remain on a leash in the communal grounds. At the property there is a fenced area especially for pets where they can be let lose to run around.

Rosmarino is located in the middle of one of the larger buildings however it's entrance is to the back of the building providing some limited privacy. In front of the villa is a table with chairs for dining al fresco. This area looks out to the pool and the forest surrounding the property.

Entering the villa there is an open plan room. To the right is the kitchen area which has a large wooden table with chairs for dining indoors. Against the back wall is the kitchen unit which is furnished with gas hobs, an oven and a small fridge. To the other side of the room is a double sofa and TV.

Off the lounge area there is a double bedroom with a lovely typical Tuscan iron bed. In the small but comfortable room there is also a large wardrobe and a couple of chairs.

From the lounge up six steps there is the bathroom with shower and a twin bedroom. The twin room is narrow, it has iron beds that cannot become a double. In the room is a chest of drawers and a small wardrobe. The window overlooks the eating area of the neighbouring villa, Origano.

Only small dogs allowed.
The washing machine is communal, please enquire with the key holder on arrival if you require this service.

The pool is full fenced with a wooden fence and netting with three gates for entry. It is located to one side of the hamlet buildings and is overlooked by the cottage and three of the apartments. To one side it is protected by a lovely pine forest which also provides some shade for parts of the day.

The entire area has a lovely English lawn which has several sun-beds. There are traditional metal steps into the pool.
The pool is 12x6 metres and 0.8-2.10 metres deep. It's open from May to October, weather permitting.