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This breathtaking castle, perched on the top of a hill in the heart of Chianti provides a magnificent location for your wedding. This historic site has foundations othat date back to the 9th century and the construction was completed in year 1000, while the first group of stone farmhouses dates back to the latter half of the 13th century.

During the Renaissance period , the battlements were removed and the fortification was then transformed into a country residence. A unique feature of the Castle is the underground passage which winds its way for hundreds of meters down to the river plain. This secret passage, certainly used for supplies during the sieges & battles that roared through Tuscany over the centuries, has now been unvovered , though only the first section.



 

Situated in the heart of the Chianti region, San Casciano Val di Pesa, the Castle of Cascioli offers the possibility of enjoying rural living in an antique country home while at the same time have the convenience of being able to quickly reach the urban and cultural centres of Tuscany: Florence 15km, Siena 44 km, San Gimignano, Lucca, Arezzo and Pisa 100 km.

The current owners offer the possibility to organize weddings at the castle and also provides very confortable accommodations for family and friends. There is accommodation in 13 various cottages and apartments scattered throughout the castle estate that can sleep up to 56 people. All accommodations have their own kitchens, living areas and bathrooms. All the houses are situated within the estate and enjoy splendid views over the Chianti hills. They were restored respecting the original structures. Only antique handmade terra-cotta tiles were used, the interior and exterior stairways are made of pietra serena (a typical tuscan stone), and there are open beamed ceilings. The apartments were decorated with family furniture and antique kilim carpets. On the estate there are two lovely swimming pools, table tennis and mountain bikes are also available to rent at no cost.

There is also an ancient 'capella' or 'little church' which can be used at the castle upon request. Various terraces and a lovely courtyard provide romantic locations for an apperitivo or dancing.

   

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