AN ARISTOCRATIC REFUGE BETWEEN THOUSANDS OF YEARS OF HISTORY, ETRUSCAN WELL-BEING, AND VILLAS OF RARE ELEGANCE, WHERE LUXURY BECOMES AN ART OF LIVING.
Among the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, surrounded by vineyards, centuries-old woods and silences that smell of eternity, stands Borgo di Querceto, the Casole Castle, a Belmond Hotel, Tuscany. A 1,300-hectare estate that preserves the very essence of Italian living: beauty, history, art, gastronomy, and wellness intertwine in a mosaic of unique experiences, suspended between past and present. Founded as a medieval fortress on an ancient Etruscan settlement, Castello di Casole has endured centuries of splendor: from a thriving agricultural village under the noble Bargagli family, with a church, school, and farm, to the legendary celebrations of the Count. Visconti Of Modrone, which welcomed international movie stars. Today, thanks to Belmond and the LVMH group, the ancient residence is revived as one of Italy's most captivating resorts, a place that has preserved the soul of a rural village, sublimating it into a dimension of pure exclusivity. The Castle is not just hospitality, but a microcosm of emotions: walks among cypress trees and vineyards, bike rides on Tuscany's iconic dirt roads, astronomical observations under "Italy's most beautiful skies," open-air cinema, and dinners under the stars. Every detail is designed to offer guests not just a stay, but a chapter of their lives to remember. The villas and suites: Tuscan elegance with a contemporary twist. The new private villas and Etruria suites, designed by the designer Alessandro Moriconi, reinterpret Tuscan tradition with touches of contemporary design, noble materials, and handcrafted furnishings. Villa Thesan and Villa Usil are retreats immersed in nature, where wood, stone, and fine fabrics interact with contemporary artwork, creating intimate and sophisticated spaces. Each space is designed to welcome guests with a quiet grace, a perfect balance between rural warmth and international sophistication.
Alongside the villas, the hotel welcomes guests with uniquely charming rooms and suites, elegant spaces that preserve the soul of the medieval village, reinterpreted with contemporary comforts. Some open onto panoramic terraces with enchanting views of the vineyards and Tuscan hills, while others retain original details such as stone vaults, fireplaces, and restored frescoes, making every stay a rare and authentic experience. Thus, Castello di Casole offers not only the privacy and exclusivity of its villas, but also the refined hospitality of its rooms, transforming every accommodation choice into a total immersion in the Tuscan art of living.
GASTRONOMY FROM THE GARDEN TO THE TABLE At the Tosca Restaurant, the Executive Chef Daniele Sera celebrates the essence of Tuscan cuisine with menus inspired by regional flavors and the Castle's organic gardens, vineyards, and surrounding hills. Fresh handmade pasta, game, aromatic herbs, and the estate's own Ulpaia wine are the protagonists of an authentic and sophisticated gastronomic experience. Next door, the Castle Emporium, the Castello Grill and the Visconti Bar The offerings are complemented by convivial atmospheres and cocktails that pay homage to the botanicals of the Castle Garden, such as the "Venvia" gin. Each flavor tells the story of a generous land and a vision of hospitality that is art. Inside the ancient cellar is Essere Spa, a sanctuary that evokes Etruscan rituals for the care of body and spirit. Here, wellness translates into sensory journeys and exclusive treatments: from the "Etruscan Dream," a massage combining rose and olive oil, to the "“Divine”, with a red wine bath and grape seed scrub. Experiences range from floating therapy to sound baths, from reflexology to reiki, and even couples' rituals that celebrate deep connection in intimate and refined settings. Each treatment uses botanicals grown on the estate and exclusive products, for a wellness experience that blends nature and science.
TRUE LUXURY: EXPERIENCE THE SOUL OF TUSCANY Luxury at Castello di Casole isn't ostentation, but the art of slowing down, savoring every moment, rediscovering a true connection with nature and with oneself. It's the opportunity to live in a place steeped in centuries of history, yet feel at home in a world of exclusive refinement.
Casole Castle isn't a visit: it's a living experience. It's an experience that lingers like a rare fragrance, a golden reflection among the Tuscan hills, an invitation to be enveloped in Belmond's eternal enchantment.
