This was such a lovely place, and the dinner that the host creates is well worth staying in to enjoy. It was a prepared menu announced the night before and is local fare. The host even went out of his way to accomodate the vegetarian diner preparing a separate dish for her alone. The location is wonderful for driving around... More

We stayed for 3 nights in August 2008, and it was our third time at an Italian Agriturismo. We stayed at two other countryside locations in 2006, Podere Castellare was DEFINITELY way above the other two. We found it using agriturismo.it, contacted them via the site and finally settled the reservation via email. The hotel is location about 30-40 minutes... More

Stayed at this great agriturismo at the start of october, which means the pool was closed (would be lovely in the summer) but we still had the jacuzzi and steam room to use which were both fantastic - highly recommend enjoying a glass of something in the jacuzzi whilst watching the sunset over the tuscan hills. Rooms were a little... More

We found out about this place in the Lonely Planet. Fabulous website- we worried it may have been beyond a budget. We were happy to be offered a room for around 130 euros a night and would have paid more if needed, this place was outstanding. Beautifully appointed and designed rooms and property with fabulous view of the valley. Set... More

This is an AMAZING place to stay. We stayed in May 2008. It's a rustic building among grapevines & olive trees perched above a valley with a lovely outlook. The rooms are very comfortable - decorated in a minimalist, modern, colourful way & contemporary bathrooms & a TV - each with individual character (you can see them all on the... More

Podere Castellare is located in a perfect place, near Firenze, Siena, Montalcino and in the middle of the Chianti Area. Everyday you can choose a different location to visit or spend your time in the swimming pool, tennis court or sauna. For ladies (I've seen my wife..) it's perfect because it's in the middle of outlet area (Prada, D&G, The... More