Medieval Castle 30 Minutes from Florence, Tuscany

Location	It is located in Val di Pesa, very close to Florence and surrounded by Chianti Classico vineyard.
Our Rating	Family owned. One of the very best private castles in Tuscany with wonderful apartments to rent. Highly rated!!
Setting	In the glorious Tuscan countryside, high on a hill with panoramic views!
Interior	Everything has been restored, furnished with antiques and is perfectly maintained retaining its original medieval atmosphere.
Accommodations	See detailed description below.
Reception	Minimum 30, maximum 150.
Restaurant	Click here for a sample menu used in the past at this wedding location.
Facilities	Pool, outdoor and indoor reception options, private apartments and farmhouses, luxuriously furnished.
Types of Ceremonies	Symbolic and Protestant on the grounds. Civil nearby in several medieval palaces. Various Catholic churches nearby.
Activities	Wine tastings, horse backriding excursions, cooking courses, golfing, swimming and more.
Entertainment	Music and dancing possible. Must end by 1:00 am.
Price to rent	From $2,000 depending on day of week and number of guests.
Best time of year	All year, best months from April through October.

Special Features

The castle was built in 997 and provided a safe haven during war times for all the farmers living on its estate. The castle and the its medieval village has been restored and is now in pristine condition. It is owned by a direct ancestor of Macchiavelli.

The castle has options for weekly apartment or guest house rentals (available for stays of 1 week minimum rental (the reception location can be rented by the day), with wonderful apartments, reception halls and courtyard, pool and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside.


Road To The Castle	View Of The Castle	Facade	Happy Couple

Facciata	Castle Loggia	Internal Portico	Internal Courtyard

Whao	Interior	With Musicians	The Blessing

Long Table	Table Settings	Table With A View	Al Lume Di Candela

Romantic Castle	The Rings	Terrace Kiss	Lawn From Terrace


Farmhouse il Poggio		Farmhouse I Cipressi
Two double rooms and two single sofa beds in the living room One large bathroom		One double room One large bathroom
Farmhouse La Quercia		Farmhouse La Torretta
One double room and one single sofa bed in the living room One large bathroom		One double room One large bathroom
Farmhouse Il Tiglio		Farmhouse Le Ginestre
Two double rooms and two single sofa beds in the living room Two large bathrooms		Two double rooms and one single sofa beds in the living room One large bathroom

The views from the estate are simply beautiful: undulating hills, captivating even in Winter. Bibbione was first mentioned in documents dating back to the 10th century. Past owners include Niccolo' Macchiavelli, a famous Italian writer and philosopher, who used the castle as his hunting lodge.

Castello, First/Second Floor, 2/4 persons

Situated in the main castle itself with a large window over looking the inner courtyard. Living room with open-fire and double sofa-bed, kitchen/dining area with oven/2 ring hob/dishwasher. Upstairs to double bedroom with beautiful countryside views, bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub/shower fixture.

Giotto, First Floor, 2/4 persons

Spacious accommodation situated opposite the castle gates, overlooking the gardens. Large open-plan lounge with two single sofa-beds and open-fire. Kitchen/dining area with oven/4 ring hob and dishwasher. Double bedroom, bathroom with bathtub/shower fixture.

Tiglio, First Floor, 2/4 persons

Living room with double sofa-bed. Separate kitchen (with dishwasher and washing machine). Dining area. Double bed with en-suit bathroom (shower). 2nd bathroom. Lovely views. Tiglio can be connected with Cipressi on request.

Cipressi, First Floor, 2 persons

Compact apartment with Living/dining area with pullman kitchen (2 ring hob/'fridge) double bedroom, bathroom with shower. Splendid views to be enjoyed. Cipressi can be connected with Tiglio on request.

Frullacchia, Ground Floor, 2 persons

Compact apartment with living/dining area with pullman kitchen (2 ring hob/'fridge), double bedroom, bathroom with shower. Original bread oven for pizza making.

Exterior: Steps down to panoramic swimming pool. Private parking. Beautiful gardens surrounding the castle.