Florence Castles
FLORENCE CASTLE RENTAL
In the countryside around Florence romantic ancient castles and fortresses testify to the complex history of this city. We offer you the opportunity to stay in ancient castles: sleep in one of our castles is like taking a dip in the past, going back in time, between knights and ladies. It is a unique experience, fascinating, that Florence has to offer, being able to keep intact over the centuries, some of its architectural beauty.
Some historical castles which are located in the area of Valdelsa, a few kilometers from Florence:
The Castle of the “Conte Guidi”, Vinci, is a typical Tuscany's medieval fortress dating from the eleventh century, whose walls, following the trend of land, gives a characteristic oval appearance, within which stands the fortress of the Counts Guidi, creating a profile similar to that of a sailing ship. For this reason, according to tradition, the Castello dei Conti Guidi is also called “Castello della Nave” (Vessel Castle)
The residential complex is characterized by narrow streets, typical houses and arcades of the medieval, in the center of which stands the fortress, once the residence of the mayor. Since 1953, there is inside the Leonardo Museum and is also kept badges and frescoes of the Tuscan aristocracy who had served as mayor. There is also a beautiful glazed ceramic depicting the Madonna and Child" dating back to 1523 and attributed to Giovanni della Robbia. Within the perimeter of the walls of the castle, there is the Church of Santa Croce with the baptismal font where it is believed that Leonardo da Vinci was baptized; there is also the Leonardo Library displaying reproductions of Leonardo's manuscripts and drawings in addition to all the printed editions of his works.
The Castle of Capraia is found in a natural defense, is located on a hill overlooking the Arno River, in medieval times, from here could be controlled a large part of the territory of Tuscany, and above all the river traffic between Florence and Pisa. Given the strategic location on the main roads of Tuscany, was repeatedly torn between Pistoia and Florence, and for this reason the Florentines raised on the opposite river bank the “Castle of Montelupo”. Although the first settlements go back to the Etruscans, there are very few remains of the fortification. Currently you can see the ancient walls that date back to 1000 and which today are part of some modern buildings, however, the structure of the village is still the Middle Ages with its narrow streets running up and down between the houses on the hill of Capraia.
Florence Castle Greve in Chianti
Surrounded by its own vineyards and olive trees the Castle, built between the 5th and the 15th centuries, is in the heart of the Chianti area upon a hill dominating the Greve valley, only 19 km. from Florence and 38 from Siena.1 Days: Min: 102 € - Max: 238 €
People: Min: 1 - Max: 8
Florence Castle Castelfiorentino
In the heart of the Florentine hills, in Castelfiorentino, at little more than 30 kilometers from Florence, 50 from Siena and well united with the most beautiful and picturesque areas of Tuscany, is situated the Castle, and ancient manor.7 Days: Min: 350 € - Max: 970 €
People: Min: 1 - Max: 8
Florence Castle Baccaiano
The Castle dates back to the time when the Medici ruled over a large part of Tuscany, and it lays on the beautiful hills surrounding Florence, in Baccaiano. The apartments are located in the beautiful manor house and in the nearby farmhouses.7 Days: Min: 385 € - Max: 1375 €
People: Min: 1 - Max: 8
Florence Castle Montespertoli
The Castle is situated in Montespertoli, the centre of Tuscany near Florence in a ideal position to reach Siena, Pisa, Arezzo, San Gimignano. It offers you the opportunity for an ideal holiday to discover the artistic treasures of Tuscany.7 Days: Min: 477 € - Max: 1178 €
People: Min: 1 - Max: +12