Vaniglia 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.

Vaniglia is a first floor Tuscan villa located in one of the main buildings of Castellare di Chianti. It is found off a communal landing that provides access also to two other villas.

There is a gazebo furnished with a table and chairs a short walk away from the villa. It is located in the hamlet grounds and is for Vaniglia guests private use. It neighbours the outdoors eating areas of Sesamo and the caretaker.

Inside the villa there is an open plan living area. To one side of this room is a small kitchen unit which has gas hobs, an oven and a small fridge.

In the centre of the room is a wooden table and chairs to seat 6 people. To one side is a double sofa and TV. The room is completed by a fireplace, ideal for the cooler Tuscan evenings. off the kitchen area is the bathroom with shower.

The two bedrooms are accessed from a corridor. The first is a double room with a typical Tuscan iron bed and large wardrobe.

The second bedroom is a narrow yet comfortable twin room. In the room is a a chest of drawers.

The outside eating area is not attached to the villa.
Only small dogs allowed.
A barbeque can be supplied if requested when booking.
Air-conditioning is included in the price.

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.