Castello Banfi il Borgo - Tuscany, Italy

About this Chic Retreat

Castello Banfi il Borgo is a small luxury hotel on the Mariani family's award-winning vineyard and winery near Montalcino in the Brunello region of Tuscany. Set on a 7,100 acre estate, the former workers' quarters attached to the castle have been stylishly adorned with classic Tuscan furniture, fabrics and finery, wonderfully-appointed against the original features of terracotta floors, arches and wood-beamed ceilings. Outside, guests can enjoy a glass of Banfi's finest wine by the outdoor pool, overlooking the vineyards and for dinner, visit the estates restaurants, La Taverna, located in the vaulted cellars which serves delicious traditional Tuscan cuisines alongside, of course, a superb wine list. In addition, wines and regional produce can be enjoyed in the on-site Enoteca-Wine Bar.

To further indulge, take a luxurious in-room ayurveda massage incorporating the nutrient-rich Sangiovese grapes used in the estates wine-production, or visit one of the nearby luxury spas. The historical castle itself hosts a museum and there are plenty of historical and cultural sites in the nearby area for those who want to learn more about this fertile region. The expert concierge can arrange anything, from visits to local towns and vineyards to cycling, shopping trips and cookery classes, great for a romantic weekend or a family tour of Tuscany.

Accommodation

There are 14 individually-decorated rooms & suites at Castello Banfi il Borgo, designed by renowned Italian stylist, Federico Forquet and the Mariani family, in a chic, traditional Tuscan style which fits well with the original features of these 18th-century buildings. All rooms have king-size beds some of which can be separated into twins, all fitted with luxurious bed linens, cashmere bed covers and goose down pillows. In addition, the 5 suites have queen-size sofa beds in the living rooms. The en-suite bathrooms have large rainshowers while some also have bathtubs, heated towels rails, luxurious bath products made from the estate's Sangiovese grapes, towels, bathrobes, slippers & professional hairdryers. In the rooms, you will find a well-stocked mini-bar, a selection of complimentary Castello Banfi il Borgo wines, flat screen Satellite TVs and complimentary WiFi.

Activities

Tuscany is famous for its food and wine, and guests can enjoy cookery classes and wine-tastings to further discover the flavours of the region. Visit the surrounding vineyards by bike or on a wine tour, and enjoy a trip around Banfi's own cellars and vineyard which produces some of the Italy's finest wines, while the castle's museum of wine and glass explores the history of this superb estate. Further afield, the concierge can arrange excursions to other vineyards and wineries, as well as tours of the nearby hill-top towns, shopping trips, limousine and other rental services, or for real car enthusiasts, Ferrari rentals. Golf enthusiasts can have a tailor-made golf itinerary drawn up, to make sure they get the most out of the regions' courses, with the nearest just over an hour's drive away. Banfi il Borgo also has a small fitness area with Technogym equipment. Whatever you want to do in Tuscany, the friendly staff are here to help, while for those who want to simply lie back and relax, spend the day by the outdoor pool with a good book, before an in-room massage or spa treatment or a visit to one of the wonderful local spas and therapeutic baths.

Dining

La Taverna serves traditional Tuscan dishes in Castello Banfi il Borgo's vaulted cellars, formerly used for wine casks and now lined with sturdy wooden tables where guests can enjoy 3 to 5-course tasting menus or choose from the a la carte menu, all served with a wonderful list of wines. The Enoteca-Wine Bar serves wines from the estate with an optional plate of regional bread, cheese and salami. You can also buy a selection of locally-produced pastas, olive oils and balsamic vinegar (as well as ceramics, wools, soaps, wine glasses and books) from this shop-style bar. For breakfast, enjoy an a la carte Tuscan breakfast with eggs to order.

Rates

Rates at Castello Banfi il Borgo are per room per night based on 2 people sharing and include Tuscan à la Carte breakfast, Wi-Fi, private parking area and service. An additional 10% VAT will be added. Single occupancy rates are available at a reduced rate. Children are complimentary up to 12 years when sleeping in a room with 2 adults. 3rd beds can be provided in Double Room Riserva and in the Suites at EUR 100 + VAT per night. Credit card information or advance payment is required to confirm booking depending on the length of stay. All stays include a welcome drink, half bottle of Brunello di Montalcino wine and 2 half bottles of sparkling wines stocked in the minibar.

Rates (EUR)

Room

Jan 2013

Feb 2013

Mar 2013

Apr 2013

May 2013

Jun 2013

Jul 2013

Aug 2013

Sep 2013

Oct 2013

Nov 2013

Dec 2013

Jan 2014

Feb 2014

Mar 2014

Apr 2014

May 2014

Jun 2014

Jul 2014

Aug 2014

Sep 2014

Oct 2014

Nov 2014

Dec 2014

Room:

Double Room Classic

Jan:

closed until March

Feb:

closed until March

Mar:

330

Apr:

520

May:

520

Jun:

520

Jul:

520

Aug:

440

Sep:

520

Oct:

520

–

Room:

Double Room Riserva

Jan:

closed until March

Feb:

closed until March

Mar:

390

Apr:

620

May:

620

Jun:

620

Jul:

620

Aug:

540

Sep:

620

Oct:

620

–

Room:

Suite Classic

Jan:

closed until March

Feb:

closed until March

Mar:

490

Apr:

720

May:

720

Jun:

720

Jul:

720

Aug:

640

Sep:

720

Oct:

720

–

Room:

Suite Riserva

Jan:

closed until March

Feb:

closed until March

Mar:

650

Apr:

950

May:

950

Jun:

950

Jul:

950

Aug:

880

Sep:

950

Oct:

950

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Room:

Suite Poggio all'Oro

Jan:

closed until March

Feb:

closed until March

Mar:

750

Apr:

1500

May:

1500

Jun:

1500

Jul:

1500

Aug:

1300

Sep:

1500

Oct:

1500

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* Rates in EUR

Cancellation policy

14 days or before arrival, no show and early departure have a charge of 100% of the total stay.

Deposit policy

For bookings from 1 to 3 nights, one night deposit is required at the time of booking. 4 or more nights a deposit of 50% of the total stay is required.

Additional information

Nearest Airport: Rome Fiumicino.
Distance from Airport: 2.5 hours.
Credit Cards: All major credit cards accepted.

Special offers

Stay with us 2013 - 3 nights
Offer valid for 1 Mar 2013 - 2 Nov 2013

Three nights in one of our beautiful rooms or Suite of your

choice;

° Daily Tuscan breakfast served in our breakfast nook;

° Tuscan Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinner at La Taverna;

° A guided tasting of three of our estate premier Sangiovese wines,

grown in vineyards planted with vines researched over the past

three decades by Castello Banfi;

° Welcome gift of Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino half bottle

paired to a box of gourmet chocolate-covered raisins for you to

enjoy together, along with 2 half bottles of Banfi sparkling wines;

° Free wi-fi connection;

° Access to “The Giovanni F. Mariani Museum of Glass”;

Package rates are based for 2 people sharing a room or suite

10% Vat to be added.

Euro 1.480,00 in Double room Classic

Euro 1.720,00 in Double room Riserva

Euro 2.020,00 in Suite Classic

Euro 2.320,00 in Suite Riserva

Euro 3.000,00 in Suite Poggio all’OroALL clients booking through Chic Retreats will receive:

Complimentary selection of cold cuts and cheeses paired with 2 Banfi wines

Farewell gift: Bottle of Banfi extra virgin olive oil
August Special 2013 - 3 nights
Offer valid for 1 Aug 2013 - 31 Aug 2013

Three nights in one of our beautiful rooms or Suite of your choice;

Daily Tuscan breakfast served in our breakfast nook;

°Traditional Tuscan Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinner at La

Taverna;

A guided tasting of three of our estate premier Sangiovese wines,

grown in vineyards planted with vines researched over the past

three decades by Castello Banfi;

Welcome gift of Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino half bottle

paired to a box of gourmet chocolate-covered raisins for you to

enjoy together, along with 2 half bottles of Banfi sparkling wines;

Free wi-fi connection;

Access to “The Giovanni F. Mariani Museum of Glass”;

Package rates are based for 2 people sharing a room or suite

10% Vat to be added.

Euro 1.350,00 in Double room Classic

Euro 1.600,00 in Double room Riserva

Euro 1.850,00 in Suite Classic

Euro 2.1000,00 in Suite Riserva

Euro 2.600,00 in Suite Poggio all’Oro

ALL clients booking through Chic Retreats will receive:

Complimentary selection of cold cuts and cheeses paired with 2 Banfi wines

Farewell gift: Bottle of Banfi extra virgin olive oil

Country Chic Retreats

14 rooms & suites

Good for:

wine lovers, great food, Italian hospitality at its best

Facilites:

bar, gardens, gym/fitness room, restaurant, swimming pool, spa treatment room, weddings

Rates starting from

EUR 440
per room per night

Members also receive

A welcome drink & room upgrade (subject to availability). Complimentary selection of cold cuts and cheeses paired with 2 Banfi wines and a farewell gift of a Bottle of Banfi extra virgin olive oil.

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