Castello Poggiarello was originally constructed in the medieval times to store and protect its harvest, the walled castle was later refined by Baldassarre Peruzzi in the Renaissance for a local Prince and it still encapsulates that country elegance today. While the current owners live in the castle within the walls there are four rental apartments, a sumptuous pool garden with vineyard views, a private chapel, formal gardens, fruit/vegetable garden and a working organic vineyard that produces a small harvest annually.
A 20 minute drive from Siena, Castello Poggiarello is located in the Val di Merse, surrounded by the owners vineyards, olive groves and oak fields. It is the perfect base for exploring the Tuscan lifestyle plus the nearby Montagnola nature reserve, known for its wildlife and cork oaks accessed by marked trails for biking and hiking. Golfers will not want to miss a chance to play at Royal Golf La Bagnaia, one of the Tuscany's finest golf courses which is 13Km away. The pretty town of Sovicille is 4Km away where you will find all amenities. Florence, San Gimignano and the Chianti are easily reached for day trips.
Notes
The owner lives in the castle and uses home grown produce to prepare meals for guests served in the Renaissance kitchen garden or in the vaulted interior, breakfast is also available all on request. A vineyard tour is offered to all guests. There is a shady children's play ground.
About the villa
Semi-detached, ground floor cottage with a hedged garden furnished for dining al fresco.
Kitchen/ dining
Fully equipped kitchen, fridge, freezer, gas hob with 4 rings. Dining table for 3. French door to terrace with table and 2 chairs.
Lounge
Sofa, one arm chair, fireplace, TV, side table, cupboard.
Bedroom
Queen size double bed (cannot be converted into twin beds) chest of drawers, French door to garden.
Bathroom
Shower, bidet, sink, WC.
Pool
Length: 12 metres
Width: 6 metres
Depth: 1.5 to 3 metres
Entrance: Metal ladder
Opening times: May to September
Fenced: Yes
Furnished: Sunloungers and parasols
Cleansed: Chlorine
Distance from villa: 50 metres
Flexible dates
Washing Machine
Internet
Fenced property
Garden
Terrace
Barbecue
Lounge
Fire place
TV
Kitchen
Stove top
Oven
Filter coffee maker
Dishwasher
Fridge/ Freezer
Dishes/Utensils
Espresso maker
Bed linen and towels
Infant bed/chair
Hairdryer
Fans
Pool towels
Mosquito screens
No smoking
This is a privately owned villa. Owners of privately owned villas are not permitted to carry out services for guests. Services such as linen, towels and cleaning are arranged by To Tuscany and carried out by our local partners.
How far are the airports? Distances and driving time
- Florence Airport: 94km - 1h 14m
- Aeroporto Perugia: 125km - 1h 32m
- Aeroporto Pisa: 153km - 1h 51m
How far are the nearest towns? Distances and driving time
- Sovicille: 4km - 0h 07m
- Siena: 15km - 0h 28m
- Monteriggioni: 19km - 0h 24m
The nearest town is Sovicille, it is about 4km away. There is a small grocery shop, caffè, pharmacy and post office. About 6km away is Rosia which has a petrol station, large supermarket and several other anemities. Siena with a wide choice of shops and restaurants is 15km away.
In the area around the villa there are several good restaurants, the nearest good one is Nonno Giulio, about 2km away.