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A Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Chianti

A Leading Small Hotels of the World, Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa is located a stones-throwfrom the historic cities of Florence and Siena.

Surrounded by 700 acres of rolling Tuscan hills,Castello del Nero is the first luxury hotel in theChianti area to offer the added indulgence of anexclusive destination spa. Allow us to fulfill yourrequests; a spa holiday, a romantic honeymoon,

a journey into wine and gastronomy, anexceptional wedding venue, an intimate businessconference or simply some private time to relaxand revitalise.

Abandon yourself to the magnificence of Castellodel Nero and its’ beautiful surroundings.


A modern day luxury sanctuary, Castello del Nero offers you the absolute latest in modernfacilities whilst maintaining the atmosphere of its’historic surroundings.

The grandeur of the past can still be felt throughthe frescoes, family crests and vaulted ceilingsthat adorn many of the rooms and, in the midstof it all, our attentive staff offer you unparalleledindulgence at every turn.

Each of our 50 rooms and suites hasbreathtaking views of the estate’s olive grovesand vineyards, inhabited by pheasant, deer and wild boar.


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There is perhaps no better way of exploring acountry’s history than through its food. With its’blessed climate, Tuscany enjoys an abundance offresh produce throughout the year.

The restaurant La Torre offers a perfect settingfor a real Tuscan food & wine experience.Created around local organically growningredients, a tempting assortment of culinarydelights is produced by the Chef and his team.


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Chianti is one of the oldest wines in the worldand the ancient Etruscans tended their vineyardshere more than 700 years ago. Many small grape farmers produce the area’s premier wine,the ruby red Chianti Classico.

Beautifully restored and once again put tooriginal use, the Castello del Nero wine cellar is an intimate and refined locale for aprivate celebration or impromptu wine tasting arranged by our Sommeliers.


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Fully restored to its former splendor, the frescoed chapel has maintained its historic charm and authentic feel. With magnificentadjoining gardens that include a 400 year oldcedar tree and an abundance of antiqueFlorentine roses, the Castello’s chapel andgarden offer a superb venue for a privateceremony and wedding reception.

Every last detail can be arranged by our diligent staff.

Wedding Chapel


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Charming variations in the style distinguish eachof our suites, telling the stories of occupantsfrom centuries past. Paint colours have beenidentically matched to recreate the originaldecoration of each suite, including hand paintedceilings and family crests.

Light goose down duvets, soft bed linens andcashmere blankets make for restful andcomfortable sleep.


Unparalleled Grandeur Modern Standards 13


Under the supervision of the Italian Fine ArtCommission a collection of irreplaceable arttreasures of immense, historic value have beenuncovered and brought back to life.


Romantic Elegance Distinctive 15


Castello del Nero’s largest terraced accommodation,The Galway Suite, represents the ultimate hideaway.

This elegantly appointed suite features frescoedceilings, opulent living spaces and a spectacularterrace. With a 180-degree view of the Tuscancountryside, the Galway Suite’s terrace is ideal forquiet enjoyment or private, outdoor entertaining.


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A Unique Meeting


Importantly located on the upper floor of Castellodel Nero is a refined meeting space. The hugefireplace, frescoed family crests and malleablefurniture provide an elegant setting for a boardmeeting or intimate conference.

The latest in modern technology including highspeed internet access, wi-fi, video conferencingand equipment availability make the opportunityto combine business with pleasure a certainty.

An executive retreat at Castello del Nero is awelcome reward for a job well-done.

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Each different in layout, style and decor, ourrooms feature slanted, wooden beam ceilings and bathrooms decorated with marbleand mosaics.

Modern, in-room entertainment includes flat-screen LCD satellite television, video and musicon demand and high speed internet. All roomsare equipped with a hairdryer, mini-bar and safe deposit box.


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Offering the absolute latest in holistic treatmentsand spa experiences, Castello del Nero boaststhe area’s first exclusive destination spa,designed by global spa specialist ESPA.

Revitalise in our magnificent outdoor vitality pool.Enjoy the luxurious range of heat and coolingexperiences which stimulate, relax and sootheaching muscles and prepare your senses for theexperience to follow.

Journey through natural wood, smooth glass andcool stone to our cocooning treatment rooms,where each ESPA treatment fuses advancedtechniques with ancient therapy.


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Guests committed to an active lifestyle are wellaccommodated as the property itself is veinedwith kilometres of running trails and forestedpaths. The Castello’s spacious gym provideseverything at hand including the latest equipmentfrom Techno Gym.

At the end of a cypress-lined walk, twobeautifully hidden tennis courts are a welcomeinvitation to a competitive pursuit or aprofessionally instructed lesson. The outdoor,heated swimming pool offers the enticingbalance of light exercise with panoramic vistasand bar service.

Health & Wellness


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Whether quiet solitude or exploration andadventure are your holiday preference, Castellodel Nero’s concierge services are pleased toassist in helping you to get the most from yourTuscan experience. Lovers of food and wine maywant to explore the vineyards of the famousChianti Classico or join a Tuscan cooking class.

For adventurers who want to walk inMichelangelo’s footsteps, a never ending amountof museum and art galleries can be found inFlorence, a city that is also a shopper’s paradise.The nearby city of Siena is most famous for itsannual ‘Palio’ horse race; an exciting andcompetitive spectacle.

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Situated in the town of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, in the heart of the Chianti wine region, Castellodel Nero is the ideal base from which to explore Tuscany.

The hotel operates a daily shuttle service to andfrom Florence.

AIRPORTSThe closest airports are Pisa or Florence.Castello del Nero is located approximately 30 minutes from Florence airport, and one hourfrom Pisa airport. Transfers can be arrangedupon request.

Castello del Nero is accessible by helicopter.

The Perfect Location


PO Box 36, Strada Spicciano 750028 Tavarnelle

Firenze, Italy

Tel (+39) 055 806470 Fax (+39) 055 [email protected] www.castellodelnero.com


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