The history of Castellare di Tonda goes back a long way, to the noble Strozzi family, which, at the time of its great riches, bought houses and land in the area and created this beautiful estate, the “Domaine de Piaggia”. Thanks to a long project to renovate these ancient dwellings, respecting Tuscan traditions, Castellare di Tonda has been restored today to its former splendour. You will now find twelve tastefully restored farm houses scattered within the 280-hectare estate at an altitude of 300m ideally located with regards to Florence, Siena, Pisa and the coast. The nearby Grand Lac de Castellare di Tonda is ideal for relaxing picnics, boat trips and fishing.
Restaurant : offering typical Tuscan meals
Cookery classes are also organised
Each farmhouse consists of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, entirely equipped in pure Tuscan style (terracotta tiled floors, wooden beams, etc.) and each holiday rental is fully equipped with kitchenette, shower room and toilet and a private furnished, outdoor area.
Near your holiday rental in Montaione, you will find the following activiites on offer:
- Golf-course in Castelfalfi (18-hole course, putting green and pitching green)
- Hiking, walking, Mountain biking
- Wine tasting (Chianti)
While staying in Montaione, visit Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca
Florence : Piazza del Duomo, Bruneschelli’s dome and the baptistery. Galeria degli Uffizi : works by Botticelli, Michael Angelo, Titian... Palace of the Renaissance : San Lorenzo, Palazzo Medici, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli gardens
Siena : Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, Le Duomo (gothic cathedral)
Montepulciano : one of the highest hill-side villages in Tuscany
Monteriggioni : fortified, medieval village
Region of Chianti : many wine-growing properties, which offer tasting sessions
Bagno Vignoni : Medieval village receiving water from the sulphurous hot springs of the region
Pisa : the leaning tower, Il Campo Santo, Piazza dei Cavalieri
• Electric bike hire, onsite in the residence
No need to bring your bikes, hire onsite with Odalys and head off to discover the 30km of trails within the grounds