A former 10th century castle, Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany retains the ambience of a private country house, with 39 suites. It is a gateway to the wonders of rural Italy – rolling hills, olive groves, and vineyards – as well as Tuscan towns Siena, Florence and San Gimignano. The property’s identity is deeply rooted in its agricultural past, stretching back to 7th Century BC, with Etruscan artefacts found across the 3,200 acres of land. These are on display throughout the hotel, most prevalent across the Essere spa, housed in the estate’s former wine cellars with barrel vaulted ceilings and restored stone walls. The property’s cuisine is a celebration of its surroundings, with a farm-to-table concept and a focus on simple Read more