Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello - Northern Italy, Italy
About this Chic Retreat
Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello is a small luxury hotel in the gorgeous countryside of Parma. Tabiano Castle estate - once a medieval fortress - now houses 40 charming rooms with a rustic charm and the best of luxury comforts. Rooms are divided between the main house, the old 13th-century guard tower and the 3 charming medieval houses, Casa Agata, Locanada & Casa de Sarto, all affording wonderful views of the rolling hills, the River Po valley and onward to the Alps. Wander the estate with its majestic walkways, traverse the small country tracks through the grain & grass fields and verdant oak woods, and in the evening, settle down for an Italian feast in the estate's Locanda del Colle restaurant to sample some of the local products such as Parmesan cheese, Parma ham and the fine regional wines. The wellness centre, surrounded by olive groves, has an outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi & solarium and guests can relax in the sauna & Turkish bath nestled in a natural cave and de-stress with a relaxing massage. This is a great retreat for a romantic country getaway.
Accommodation
Enjoy a romantic bath in a freestanding tub by an open-fire, or unwind in one of the Jacuzzi rooms, lie back in elegant four-posters with billowing white muslin drapes and experience life in the luxury one would expect from a grand medieval estate. The 40 rooms, suites & apartments, divided between the main residence and the old tower have an elegant Italian ambience and classic furnishings blend perfectly with the original stonework, marble & tile flooring and fine fabrics in a palette of neutral tones and warm reds. Bathrooms offer a wonderful array of modern fittings with a mix of Jacuzzi baths, freestanding roll top tubs and bath/shower combinations, some of which sit in the rooms, and come with bathrobes, towels & luxury bath products. All rooms have TVs, WiFi, air-conditioning & heating, mini-bars and views of the garden with its olive groves and oak woods, all encompassed by the old castle walls. The suites and apartments also have well-equipped kitchen areas. The spacious apartments have separate living rooms, and some have separate kitchen - dining rooms. Sleeping from 2-6 guests, some have additional bathrooms and up to 2 bedrooms plus the possibility of adding beds. The split-level Villa Agata offers particularly stunning views from the large sitting room.
Activities
The area is rich in medieval history, and Parma has some of the oldest castles churches, abbeys and walled towns in Italy. Food lovers should visit the local farms where Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena are made. The estate is perfect for horse riding and mountain biking, and both horses and bikes are available for rent with horse stables a few km from the castle. Golfers can play on the nearby courses in Salsomaggiore, Castell'Arquato & Sala Baganza and there are clay tennis courts less than 3 km away.
For those who want to indulge in Italy's finest shopping, visit Parma, the Fidenza Village shopping outlet, or further afield, Milan. For those of a more artistic leaning, take a day trip to Cremona, Parma, Mantova, Verona or Pisa. However, in such a glorious setting, guests may be tempted to simply relax & unwind in the wellness centre. Sit back in the relaxation area in a natural cave and choose from a range of massage and beauty treatments, spend an hour or two in the sauna and Turkish bath, swim in the outdoor pool and relax in the Jacuzzi & solarium.The nearby thermal spa towns of Tabiano and Salsomaggiore offer mud baths and the spa waters are used to treat various ailments.
Dining
Enjoy a generous buffet breakfast in the dining room with a seletcion of breads, cheeses, hams and juices. Guests can take dinner in the village of Tabiano Castello at the Locanda del Colle restaurant. Here, you can sample some of the finest produce of Parma such as Parmesan, Parma ham and culatello and in season, enjoy Porcini mushrooms & truffles. The cellar has a good variety of regional wines.
Rates
Rates at Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello are per room/suite per night for 2 persons and per apartment for 4 persons including buffet breakfast, service and 10% VAT. Baby cots are charged at EUR 10 for children aged 0-2 years. Extra beds for children aged 3-12 are charged at EUR 20 and extra beds for those 13 years or over are charged at EUR 50 per night and EUR 40 per night for minimum stays of 3 nights. Children in rooms with parents without extra beds or cots are free of charge. Dogs or other pets are charged at EUR 10 per night. Reservations between 26 December and 10 January require a minimum stay of 3 nights. Discounted rates apply for stays of a minimum of 3 nights with even great savings for stays of 7 nights or more.
* Rates in EUR
Cancellation policy
Reservations can be cancelled or amended up to 3 days prior to arrival. Cancellations made after this time will be charged 1 night's accommodation by credit or debit card. No shows will be automatically charged the full stay by credit card.
Additional information
- Neareast Airport: Parma / Milano Linate / Bologna Marconi.
- Distance from Airport: 30 minutes / 90 minutes / 90 minutes.
Country Chic Retreats
Good for:
authentic Italian food & relaxationFacilites:
air conditioning, sauna, swimming pool, spa treatment room, WiFi/Internet, child friendly, golf, weddingsRates starting from
per room per night
Members also receive
A welcome drink & room upgrade (subject to availability)
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