Castello di Casole
Location:
- Tuscany, Italy
- 20 minutes west of Siena
- 45 minutes south of Florence
Price Range:
- One Twelfth fractional freehold starting at ???290,000
- Whole ownership starting at ???3.7M
Overview:
Fractional freehold or whole ownership of beautifully restored and reconstructed farmhouse villas on an historic 4200 acres or 1700 hectare estate close to Siena. For those who desire to live the Tuscan lifestyle, Castello di Casole is a five-star luxury resort and residence club currently under development by leaders in the emerging category of luxury, boutique resorts.
Respectful of their heritage, these villas are being painstakingly restored and reconstructed to their original charm and further enhanced with modern amenities. Residences are organized around a series of glass-tiled, infinity-edge pools and hand-set stone patios complete with wood-burning ovens. Indoor spaces range from approximately 350 to 750 square metres.
Both outside and inside one can trace the centuries across the hand-set loggias, terracotta vaulted ceilings and attention to exacting details which make each villa an individual expression of art and architecture. The farmhouse villas range from 3 to 5 bedrooms and include a private infinity-edged pool. Furnishings are a collection of the finest interior appointments from local artisans and antiquities from throughout the region.
Located within easy proximity to Siena and Florence, this historic estate is also home to the 18th century Castello, opening in summer of 2010 as an intimate 41-suite plus luxurious penthouse hotel. Formal and casual dining venues, terraces, pools, artisan shops and a world-class spa and fitness centre will be available for Owners??? enjoyment as well as hotel guests.
Features and Benefits:
- Luxury resort and residence club
- Traditional Tuscan architecture and interiors
- Full concierge
- Airport transfers, private chefs and meal upon request
- Language and cooking classes
- Daily housekeeping
- Pre-arrival Grocery
- Extensive private trail system
- Guided day trips throughout the region
- Grape and Olive harvesting
Wine and Olive Oil:
Out of more than 60 properties in the province of Siena, Castello di Casole was singled out as a Model Game Reserve for its thriving vegetation and animal populations, including hare, pheasant and deer. Within this setting, Castello di Casole???s 88 acres, or 41 hectares, of working vineyards surround the residences growing San Giovese, Cabernet, Merlot and Petit Verdot grapes.
The wine ??? Dodici ??? is produced by winemaker Piero Incisa Della Rocchetta in limited quantities for Owners and their guests. Owners can get involved in all aspects of the winemaking process and enjoy special winemaker dinners, tastings and pairings for a very unique vintner???s experience.The estate also produces an extra virgin olive oil which is also available for owners??? enjoyment.
Whole ownership or freehold title is offered starting at ???3.7M.
Annual Dues include maintenance, insurance, taxes, and a reserve fund.
The Company has a portfolio of small, private, luxury resort properties in the world???s most sought-after ski, golf, beach and scenic countryside locations. These exclusive destinations combine hassle-free second-home ownership with the services and amenities of a five-star hotel.
Owners at Castello di Casole have access to all of the acclaimed properties. Owners can enroll using a simple online system to trade vacation weeks at other destinations within the company.
Current properties include:
- Esperanza Resort, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico;
- The Orchard at The Carneros Inn, Napa Valley, California;
- The Rocks Club, Scottsdale, Arizona;
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The Timbers Club, Snowmass, Colorado;
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The Links Cottages at Doonbeg, Ireland.
Coming soon:
- One Steamboat Place, Steamboat Springs, Colorado;
- The Preserve at Botany Bay, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
Other added benefits for owners of company properties include Sentient Jet access, Hertz Rental Car Gold Membership and special benefits, access to special guided trips by BACKROADS and numerous other delights.
