Castellare in Chianti is a peaceful estate set in woodland in the heart of the Chianti Classico, designed to resemble a traditional Tuscan stone village. The original buildings date back to the 19th century and were carefully restored from the ground up by the Florentine family who still own the property, creating individual apartments, each with its own furnished terrace. The space The spacious grounds include inviting communal seating areas and a beautiful shared swimming pool, ideal for relaxing on warm days. Additional facilities include a boccia court, table tennis and table football, while a small playground provides enjoyment for younger guests. The surrounding countryside is well suited to walking and cycling, with marked trails winding through the forest of Monteluco. The small hamlet of Castagnoli is just five minutes away by car and is home to the excellent restaurant Il Celliere a Castagnoli. Wine lovers can visit nearby wineries such as Cantalici and Rocca di Castagnoli, both offering tastings of their excellent wines. The attractive town of Gaiole lies around eight kilometres away and offers restaurants, shops and a Coop supermarket. Siena, Arezzo and Florence are all within easy reach for memorable day trips. About the villa Lavanda is a cosy ground floor apartment decorated in soft pastel tones and furnished in a comfortable, inviting style. Next to the entrance, a terrace with a table and chairs offers a pleasant outdoor space. Large terracotta planters with shrubs provide privacy, allowing guests to enjoy meals outside or simply relax. Ground Floor Kitchen/diner/lounge Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, fridge, dining table for 6, sofa, TV Bedroom 1 Double bed (Cannot be converted into twin), wardrobe, chest of drawers Bedroom 2 2 single beds (Cannot be converted into double), wardrobe Bathroom 1 Shower, bidet, sink, WC Bathroom 2 Shower, bidet, sink, WC Shared Pool Length: 12 metres Width: 6 metres Depth: 0.8 - 2.1 metres Entrance: Metal ladders Opening times: May to October Fenced: Yes Furnished: Sunloungers and parasols Cleansed: Chlorine Distance from villa: 7 metres Local charges Tourist tax: 2.00 € per person, per night for the first 7 nights, some exemptions apply. Dog up to 30kg: 7.00 € daily charge Charged based on usage: Heating Villa, EV Charge Point Arrival guide Approach road: Paved Parking: Public, onsite parking Ground Floor Kitchen/diner/lounge Fully equipped kitchen with gas hob, fridge, dining table for 6, sofa, TV Bedroom 1 Double bed (Cannot be converted into twin), wardrobe, chest of drawers Bedroom 2 2 single beds (Cannot be converted into double), wardrobe Bathroom 1 Shower, bidet, sink, WC Bathroom 2 Shower, bidet, sink, WC Registration Details IT052013C2NBANI9XZ