The Experience
From its privileged position in the verdant Tuscan countryside, this hotel accommodation is a magnificent 12th century castle commanding stunning views of the rolling local hills, ancient vineyards and lush olive groves whilst enjoying close proximity to some of Italy’s most mesmerising cities – Florence, Siena and Pisa.
Following meticulous restoration the castle is a treasure trove of original features that have been lovingly brought back to their former glory and is now one of the top luxury hotels in Chianti. Centuries-old frescoes, family crests and enchanting vaulted ceilings bring to life the grandeur of this region’s rich historic past.
The Tuscan hotel – a combination of luxury rooms and lavish suites – is a captivating mix of understated glamour, historical charm and contemporary comfort with cleverly installed state-of-the-art technology that is completely at one with its surroundings.
This Tuscan countryside accommodation also offers complete sanctuary and utter indulgence in one of Tuscany’s most exclusive destination spas. ESPA at Castello Del Nero features Experience Showers, Gentle Saunas, Aromatic Turkish Baths, Ice Fountains, heated Vitality Pool, Tranquillity Lounge, Fitness Suite and offers a fusion of advanced techniques and ancient therapies to soothe, relax and revitalise.
Castello del Nero Weddings & Honeymoons
The quintessential Tuscan setting is a feast of natural beauty with the verdant rolling hills giving way to the cornflower blue of the summer skies. After sunset the castle and the centuries old cypress trees that line the paths and driveways are lit up to provide an enchanting backdrop to your chianti wedding celebrations.
The hotel chapel San Michele has been restored to its original splendour with a white dove decorating the wonderful vaulted ceiling. This picturesque building also retains the authentic furniture that lends an historic charm to the venue.
The immediate area around the chapel enjoys meticulously maintained Italian Gardens, exquisite Florentine roses and a secular Lebanon cedar ensuring the most romantic and magical of atmospheres for your Chianti wedding.
Accommodations
These 50 luxury hotel rooms near Florence, including 18 lavish suites, are a master class in sophisticated style and contemporary comfort.
With painstaking attention to detail, and under the strict supervision of the Italian Fine Art Commission, these unique rooms in Chianti have been sympathetically restored to uncover a priceless collection of art treasures and original features.
Historic frescoes, slanted wooden beam ceilings, “cotto” floors and marble and mosaic bathrooms blend with the modern facilities to create enchanting dwellings that delight all who visit this five star hotel in Italy.
Each of these rooms in Chianti has been individually decorated to offer a dazzling visual and tactile experience for the guest, the unique layouts ensure that no two rooms are the same but all share a sense of grace and comfort that befits a building of such historic significance and outright luxury.
Wine & Dine
In the Tuscan wine region, food and wine are elevated to an art form and are approached with almost religious fervour.
This faith in their culinary tradition has earned the Tuscan people acclaim on the global stage and attracts gastronomes and wine buffs from around the world to sample the vibrant palette of ultra-fresh produce farmed and reared by local people.
The Tuscan way is to make full use of the region’s sumptuous and incredibly varied bounty which simply bursts with the seasonal flavours and sheer personality that has put the area on the gastronomic map.
Accompanying this heavenly food is a range of wines that highlights the rich grape growing heritage and dedication to production excellence of the Tuscan wine region. The Tuscan wine region is home to a number of notable labels including: Chianti, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Brunello di Montalcino, Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano, Tignanello, Sassicaia and Ornellaia to name a few. Why not discover all the area has to offer with a Tuscan wine tour during your stay? The Castello del Nero Tuscan winery hotel estate produces some excellent red wine itself.
Travelwizard.com Guests Receive:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Buffet breakfast, for up to two in room guests
- $ 50 USD of SPA Credit per room
- (not valid on products and hairstyle services) & $ 50 USD of Food & Beverage Credit per room
- For stays of more than 4 nights:
- Complimentary daily access to ESPA Heat Experiences
- Early check-in/late check-out
- subject to availability