| Relaxing at Castellare di Ugnana will renew, restore, and rejuvenate your life. Lay poolside while our staff pampers you. Nearby site seeing includes wine tasting, shopping, golfing or a drive in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Greve, Florence, and Sienna are close by offering infinite cultural, dining, and entertaining possibilities. |
Castellare di Ugnana, Greve in Chianti |
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Originally this castle was one of the oldest outposts on the Etruscan road connecting Volterra and Fiesole, overlooking the valley of Greve in Chianti, in the wine region of the same name. Historical documents exist dating back to the year 1,085 mentioning a donation from the castle to a nearby abbey. During the centuries it was owned by the Capponi family. It was used as a military headquarters during the wars between Florence and Siena. The remnants of the castle have now been fully restored by the owners, Roberto and Christine Zecca, and stands as a splendid example of the medieval architecture. Castellare di Ugnana is about a thirty minute drive South of Florence, Italy. This Luxury Villa in Tuscany is now for rent to a select clientelle. Directions to this luxury rental villa in Tuscany, including airport information for Florence, Milan, Rome, and Pisa. |
