Tuscan Castle with Pool Among Vineyards | Near Florence Stay in a true Tuscan castle surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, just 20 minutes from Florence. Castello di Volognano is set in the rolling hills of Chianti Colli Fiorentini, immersed in vineyards, olive groves and classic Tuscan landscapes. The hospitality wing of the castle is offered exclusively to guests, allowing you to experience the property as a private residence in the heart of the countryside. Here, time slows down. Nature, history and wine culture come together to create an authentic Tuscan stay. The estate is part of a historic winery producing Chianti Colli Fiorentini DOCG wines, IGT reds and whites, and extra virgin olive oil. During your stay, private winery visits, tastings and estate tours can be arranged to explore the traditions of the region. ________________________________________ The Castle Spaces The interiors unfold across multiple levels, preserving the authentic character of the historic residence while offering a balance of elegant living areas, social spaces and quiet corners for relaxation. Ground Floor The ground floor opens directly onto the castle garden, with immediate access to the private panoramic pool reserved for guests. Spaces include: âą spacious main living room âą dining room âą fully equipped kitchen âą a convivial lounge set within the former olive mill, where the original stone presses are still visible Guest bathrooms are also available, convenient for both indoor and outdoor use. ________________________________________ Bedrooms The castle accommodates up to 12 guests. Upon request, up to two additional beds can be arranged in the second-floor study at no extra cost. First Floor âą 1 double suite with en-suite bathroom âą 2 twin bedrooms (beds cannot be joined) with shared bathroom Second Floor âą 1 double bedroom âą 1 twin bedroom (beds cannot be joined) with shared bathroom âą 1 double suite with en-suite bathroom Baby cots are available on request. ________________________________________ Panoramic Tower Lounge At the top of the castle tower, a panoramic lounge offers sweeping views over the Chianti hills. Furnished with a billiard table, this is one of the most atmospheric spaces in the house. ________________________________________ Private Pool & Garden The property features a private swimming pool (6 Ă 12 metres), with a depth ranging from 1.2 to 1.5 metres, set within the Tuscan hillside landscape. âą exclusive use for guests âą outdoor pool âą not heated âą open seasonally from May to September An ideal setting to relax and enjoy the peace of the countryside. ________________________________________ Home Amenities The house is fully equipped to ensure a comfortable stay: âą Wi-Fi âą fully equipped kitchen âą oven âą microwave âą dishwasher âą freezer âą washing machine âą satellite TV âą iron âą hairdryers âą billiard table ________________________________________ Included Services To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, the following services are included: âą check-in welcome âą free on-site parking âą daily housekeeping of bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen (excluding Sundays) Check-in: 3:00 pm â 7:00 pm Check-out: 8:00 am â 10:00 am ________________________________________ During Your Stay We will be happy to assist you in planning your stay and discovering the most authentic experiences in the area. A dedicated concierge service is available on request to organize activities and tailor-made experiences. We can also connect you with a curated selection of trusted local professionals and service providers. ________________________________________ Experiences on the Estate During your stay, you can enjoy experiences rooted in local tradition: âą visits to the historic winery âą tastings of Chianti Colli Fiorentini and IGT wines âą extra virgin olive oil tastings âą guided tours of the estate and its hamlet A genuine way to discover Tuscan wine culture and countryside life. ________________________________________ Weddings at Castello di Volognano An authentic setting for intimate, timeless weddings. Nestled in the Chianti hills just 20 minutes from Florence, Castello di Volognano offers a refined and atmospheric backdrop for elegant celebrations. The castle can be reserved exclusively, giving couples and their guests the experience of a private historic residence surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The estateâs spaces â including the medieval hamlet, winery, gardens and panoramic areas â provide evocative settings for ceremonies and receptions. Events are designed for a limited number of guests (up to 40), ensuring an intimate and elegant atmosphere. ________________________________________ Practical Information âą security deposit required upon arrival âą tourist tax: âŹ3 per person per night, payable on arrival âą extra beds and additional services available on request ________________________________________ Getting There Castello di Volognano is located in the Chianti Colli Fiorentini hills, approximately 20 minutes from Florence. A car is recommended to explore the area. Private transfers can be arranged on request. The location is ideal for exploring Chianti, visiting Florence, and discovering Tuscanyâs historic villages. ________________________________________ Experience Tuscany in a Castle Castello di Volognano offers a truly authentic Tuscan experience: iconic landscapes, silence, history and wine culture. Perfect for families and groups of friends looking to share a unique stay surrounded by nature, relaxation and tradition.
We loved every minute of it! Everyone we had the pleasure of working with and spending time with was so lovely and made our experience so much better. The pictures donât do this place justice. Simply beautiful.
Castle Volognano is paradise and Margherita is a saint. We stayed here for 3 days to have our wedding held here, and everything and everyone was beautiful. I can't think of anywhere else in the world that would have been better.Their services, their wine, their Olive oil was incredible. I cannot rave about this place enough.They managed to make our special day extra extra special.
Everything was great! We had a wedding for our daughter and Margherita was an excellent host! Castle was amazing and pool was refreshing. Enjoyed the visit.
Words simply cannot describe this property. Itâs a once in a lifetime experience, including the vista views and endearing people. Margherita, staff, and owners made this a special holiday. Salute!
I canât say enough good things about this property! It was a beautiful place with stunning views. We were amazed by the architecture and beauty of this castle and the rich history it holds. Margherita was an amazing hostess. She made sure we were comfortable and had everything that we needed. My family and I will visit again.
Had a wonderful stay at this well-equipped home away from home. It was cool to stay in a castle! Iacopo took great care of us - helping us with things we needed before we even go there. The place is close to many good restaurants and we drove to Chianti and Siena for a quick visit. The pool was a bonus especially sine we were there in August. I can imagine how wonderful this would be as a wedding or anniversary venue.
I just returned from a 2 week trip to Italy, in which my group of 14 stayed in four different regions and vacation rentals. Of all the places we stayed, hands down our group liked our stay at Castello Volognano the best! The property is magnificent, the views are incredible, and the pool was so refreshing on the hot August days we spent there. Above all, Iacopo, the gentleman who manages the property, made us feel like royalty during our stay. No request was to big. He arranged everything with me prior to our stay: from transfers, to shopping lists, to dinners with a chef at the castle. Everything here went seamlessly. No one in my group of 14 wanted to leave! If you are visiting Tuscany or the Florence area, you must stay at Castello Volognano. During your stay, I highly recommend doing the wine tasting with lunch, and having at least a few means catered by a chef overlooking the beautiful Tuscan countryside. And I can't forget, the olive oil they make is amazing as well. Thank you Castello Volognano for making our first trip to Italy so memorable!
We loved our stay- how often can you spend a week in a 1000 year old castle in the stunning hills of Tuscany?? It was a dream trip- trip of a lifetime!!
I traveled with a group of 10 close friends for a 2 week trek across Italy. The Castello di Volognano was the highlight of our trip and my only regret is that we didnt stay here longer. The castle is on the top of one of many rolling hills of Tuscany and the views could not be better. The owner, Patrizia, was patient and accommodating and was extremely helpful when booking our stay despite me being difficult and changing the dates multiple times. The property manager Iacopo was outstanding and unbelievably helpful. His wine tour was wonderful and had a more homey, friendly feel than other commercial wineries that we had toured before. He also helped arrange a private dinner cooked by a personal chef and it was delicious. A surprise bonus that I didnt see mentioned in the listing was a fleet of 20 turtles that happily live in the castle garden. The only thing missing was a castle cat (or three)!
We would not hesitate to come back to Volognano. If you are looking for a once in a lifetime, perfect vacation in a castle, stop looking and book this now!
Beautiful property out in the Tuscan hills! Property manager was amazing, attending to all our needs! Transfers in and out of town, property wine tour/lunch, chef dinner and welcome fridge stock, absolutely amazing!!
How would I summarize our experience at Castello di Volognano? 10 out of 10.
The castle is more than a place to sleep during your travels. It is a destination in and of itself. For just five days, my family and I felt like Italian dignitaries.
We received a royal greeting from Iacopo, the castle's concierge. Perfecting the art of being invisible yet always available, he graciously attended to our every need.
We arrived and were greeted with a beautiful glass of Chianti as we listened to Iacopo give an interesting talk about the castle's wine and olive oil production. We enjoyed charcuterie, a tasting of the vineyards' wines, and a light dinner, which included the best lasagna I have ever tasted.
Inside the castle, you are immersed in history, art, and architecture like no other. You can't help but feel that you've transported back in time but forward in social status.
The backyard will be your gathering place for morning coffee and late-afternoon cocktails. Being on the top of the hill, your views of the Tuscan countryside are as magnificent as the sounds and scents wafting through the cooling breeze.
Every single one of my family loved the castle. Ours was a busy trip. Our only regret was not booking one more night just to relax and enjoy our surroundings. We will return as soon as we can! It was a blissful experience, and I highly recommend it.
The description does not do it justice. The We plan to go back. Iacopo is a gem. He was so responsive. He helped prepare our meal as part of our cooking class, and he gave a great tour of the winery. Be sure to get up and visit the church at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday. It is worth it.
We were a group of 5 adult couples. Not all had private bathroom/shower (see their description). Still, this is a huge (!) place, with plenty of big living/dining/game rooms. The kitchen is small-ish but works. The building/castle is truly amazing, you will be impressed, and the grounds are beautiful.
We were less impressed with housekeeping (just daily bed making, but no new linens all week, and fresh towels only upon request even if they were placed on the floor). Most of us weren't happy with the mattresses. A pre-stocked refridgerator for our late-pm arrival would have been nice (no such option) - that would be super helpful when arriving from long distance and have no idea where to buy what.
Now, the castle is an authentic 1000 year-old building, and while all that is really special and impressive, don't expect window screens (big bugs find their way into the bedrooms), no modern plumbing, and showers and drains are so-so. So that's the trade-off.
The location is amazing, quiet, hill-top with incredible Tuscan views - something you'll write home about! You feel like a king up there.There's a groundskeeper who's very helpful with where to go, what to see, etc.
The nearest town is ~15 min by car, with a train-station (to get into Florence), a really big grocery store, plenty of small restaurents, etc. Really everything you need is there.
Perhaps except for the bedrooms' non-biting bugs and the mattress quality, this is a spectacular place you'll not forget.
Fantastic experience! Iacopa took great care of us and made sure we had everything we needed. Wonderful setting and a great experience. Sitting outside either at the pool or at the tables was our favorite way to relax. We enjoyed their locally produced wine as well. Highly recommend.
This place is beyond words and the people that run it are even better. They really care about your happiness. The chef that can come in and cook to the daily housekeeping services are beyond amazing. And you cannot forget Jacapo (not correct spelling) he is everything you can ask for in a property manager. His wine tour was nothing short of amazing and the history given was special. I would rebook this place in an instant. Thank you for everything!!!!
This is a place you learn to love. From the very beginning we begin to notice all the special things about it. Our first dinner was under the trees. The view of the rolling vineyards and olive trees made you want to cry. At 7:00 we heard our church bells and it gave us chills! The pool and grounds were amazing and beautiful. The kitchen had everything needed for meals. There were linens, dishes, etc for all meals. The âwelcome fridgeâ was wonderful! We cannot say enough about this place. Patricia and Edwardo were wonderful hosts. Will definitely return!
We had an absolutely amazing time at the castle! We were a group of ten staying a week for my wife's 40th birthday and everything was wonderful. The pictures really don't show you how huge the shared spaces are, there was plenty of room for people to spread out and enjoy themselves, but also great places to be cozy together. We had both the cooking class and the private chef for one night and highly recommend both. I also suggest taking the winery tour and wine tasting option, it's great!
We loved the castle. The grounds are stunning. The kitchen is well-supplied. We asked them to arrange a cooking class and dinner, that was so much fun. It's a beautiful base to use for day trips, and it's also fun to hang out there.
Our stay at the Castle was fabulous! The setting is like a Tuscan dream, high on a hill with olive groves, vineyards and rustic villas all throughout the valley. The weather was perfect (mid 70âs) and the sunsets were gorgeous each night. Our hosts were very helpful and gracious and the staff were warm, friendly and very knowledgeable. We did a cooking class (highly recommended), had a chef prepare several meals and a driver available to take us to sites and wineries. Highly recommended place to stay.
Castello di Volognano is a gorgeous castle with stunning views and enough room for many families to have their own private space. The views from all directions are beautiful and you can truly immerse yourself if the beauty of Tuscany while sitting outside. There is an outdoor ping pong table and an indoor billiards table which are great additions. The train station is close which allows you to travel to Florence in under 30 minutes. There are plenty of fans in the bedrooms which help with the summer heat but it would have been wonderful if there had been screens on the upstairs windows to let in the cool night air without also letting in the many mosquitoes. There are plenty of beds which were the only issue we had with our entire stay. They were very firm and truly uncomfortable, as were the pillows. They were the only un-luxurious part of this very luxurious castle. But despite the uncomfortable beds, our stay was magnificent. We did the wine tour with Iacopo who is generous and kind and happy to answer all your questions. We relaxed by the beautiful pool and enjoyed our time at Castello di Volognano!
Such an amazing experience at Castello di Volognano! The castle was perfect for four couples with plenty of space to relax. The location is very convenient with a nearby town providing everything you need and the views of the rolling hills of Tuscany were stunning. The pool was also great and the service by the hosts made our stay even more memorable. Canât wait to come back!
Yes, it is a real castle. Everything is updated; the bathrooms, bedrooms, living spaces and kitchen. Plenty of room to spread out. The views of Tuscany were breathtaking. The swimming pool was an added bonus. Our service was great. Yacapo and Patrizia were wonderful to work with. In 20 minutes you can be in Florence.
The property is as beautiful if not more than you imagine . The host and the owner went out of their way to make our stay great . We were 5 couples and every couple said they would return .
Grazie Mille .