This is Tuscany. Past. Present. Perfect.Wisps of morning fog meander through verdant valleys. Like so many

gentle waves they wash against the hilltops … now a sea of tiny islands

peeking above the clouds. As the sun crests a distant mountain, Tuscany

is bathed in Michelangelo’s morning light. Here and there, all but

forgotten by time, are villages and grand estates. If there is a single

word more alluring than Italy then it must be its own heart and soul …

Tuscany. Always so much more than a place, Tuscany is fi rst a way of

life, each present moment infused with two centuries of the world’s

favorite art, culture, food and wine.

Welcome to Castello di Casole - A Timbers Resort.

In the rolling Tuscan hills not far from the mythic cities of Florence, Siena and San Gimignano is one of the largest

private landholdings in all of Italy. Vineyards and orchards of olive trees pattern the landscape. Two majestic

cypress-lined lanes ascend to a collection of private villas and a historic castle that is today an acclaimed and very

intimate hotel. Dotting the hillsides are restored and reconstructed Casali farmhouses, each with its own mesmerizing

glass-tiled infinity pool. This treasured property is Castello di Casole, and we invite your family to share in this

remarkable chapter of Italian history.

The Castello di Casole estate – 4,200 acres, untouched except by historyThe Castello di Casole estate – 4,200 acres, untouched except by history

A Passion for PreservationProtecting and preserving the rich history and the natural wonder of the Castello

di Casole estate has been a diligent labor of love throughout every stage of development.

Very much a working farm in the classic traditions of Italy, the estate is a recognized

game preserve and a leader in organic agriculture and environmental best practices.

Our game wardens oversee a wildlife management program that both protects and

sustains. From pheasant and deer to boar and porcupine, nature is very much a part of

everyday life here in the rolling Tuscan countryside. Indeed, one of the endearing and

ever-present rewards of living here is enjoying this expansive estate from the country

roads and trail system that crisscross the property.

The VineyardsAt Castello di Casole, more than 88 acres, 35 hectares, of working vineyards surround the hotel

and homes of our Owners, producing Cabernet, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Sangiovese grapes.

The blend is our own Castello di Casole wine, which is produced in limited quantities for our

Owners and their guests. Pressed and bottled at the winery, to return home to enjoy a bottle

overlooking the vineyards is a special experience. One sip, and life takes on a new hue.

The GrovesTuscany is home to the world’s finest olive groves, whose trees in and around the Chianti region

produce oils of rare and subtle character. From the thirty acres of Castello di Casole orchards,

we produce an estate-bottled, extra virgin olive oil, that you’ll always find on the tables in our

homes as well as in our restaurants.

Arrive home through 200 cypress trees and 2,000 years of historyArrive home through 200 cypress trees and 2,000 years of history

At the Heart of the Estate – a Storied CastleAt the heart of this vast property is a classic Tuscan castle that has been restored to be the centerpiece of life on the estate. The

wine cellars are now a spa, the school room and blacksmith building now elegant residences. The castle itself has been spectacularly

transformed into a fi ve-star boutique hotel in the grand European tradition. Guests enjoy exquisitely appointed suites that

effortlessly combine Old World charm with modern luxuries. This is a place of sublime

comfort and sophistication. It is that secret place one might hope to discover along

a country road – with graceful and intimate spaces, inspired cuisine and

an inviting repertoire of activities, and, of course, the special

brand of hospitality for which Timbers Resorts is

known. For Owners at Castello

di Casole, this is the vibrant

heart of life in Tuscany.

The Taste of the Old World Made NewWhether at home or at the Castello, every

meal presents opportunities for discovery.

Breakfast may be at your farmhouse, or

enjoyed at the hotel. Lunch may be a panino

under a poolside cabana, a pizza in the

courtyard or a picnic in the vineyard. When

friends arrive, gather for an afternoon glass of

wine followed by a festive dinner at Ristorante

Tosca. Whatever the venue, the cuisine is

always local, organic and original. As it has

always been, nature, art, music and laughter

are simple pleasures that carry the day.

Bar ViscontiA richly appointed rendezvous for friends old and new, Bar Visconti is as well-stocked with charm and character as it is with wine and spirits. Named for the famed filmmaker Luchino Visconti, who lived within these walls, the room is always alive with guests from around the world, happy to have found themselves here at the Castello.

PazziaIs anyone not mad for authentic Italian cuisine? And so it seemed fitting to name the casual eatery Pazzia, which means madness in Italian. Ever inviting, Pazzia offers an espresso bar, homemade gelato, divine salads and crunchy panini, and of course, thin-crusted brick oven pizza prepared to your liking.

Ristorante ToscaHere is fine, traditional Italian cuisine interpreted for a new age. The pasta is house-made, the seafood line-caught and produce organic. Each course is perfectly paired with recommendations by the estate’s expert sommelier. Here, the cellar follows but a single rule – only wines of consequence.

Essere Spa – a Serene ReprieveEssere Spa is perhaps the most dramatic setting at the hotel, with handset vaulted terra cotta ceilings and rich stone walls

that create a theatrical setting. Long views across an expansive valley accentuate the experience, especially as a backdrop to

invigorate movement classes on the terrace lawn. With spacious treatment rooms, secluded men’s and women’s relaxation

areas, pools, steam rooms and a private outdoor garden, the spa soothes and nourishes. Nearby, the state-of-the-art fitness

center provides even more ways to refresh and revitalize.

The Farms, Farmhouses and VillasThe Farms, Farmhouses and Villas

Castello di Casole offers three distinct ownership opportunities; The Farms, Farmhouses and the Villas. Each are

unmistakably unique, each on its 4,200 acre estate. The Farms offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to purchase a working

farm of more than 100 to 160 acres with a luxurious, custom farmhouse as its center point. For those who would like the

farmhouse without the working farm, the Farmhouse offerings provide a private setting surrounded by agricultural land.

The Villas enjoy the benefi ts of a private setting with the attraction of being a few steps from all the amenities and activities

at the Hotel.

The Farms at Castello di CasoleThe Farms at Castello di Casole

The Farms at Castello di Casole offer a unique opportunity to purchase a working plot of land within the acclaimed Tuscan

estate. Each Farm has 100 to 160 acres of cultivable land with crops consisting of vineyards, olive groves, fruit orchards

and wheat fi elds. The opportunity to build a new farmhouse in this setting, ranging from 5,500 to 12,000 square feet and

customized by our design team, is a truly unique experience.

As with every type of ownership at Castello di Casole, owning a farm here is as effortless as it is enjoyable. Our architecture,

interior design and construction teams will work with you to design and build your Tuscan dream home. Our agricultural

team will manage your farm by keeping all the crops in typical Tuscan beauty. Best of all, you can enjoy your own wine, olive

oil and fruit without any of the hassles.

Whole and Shared Ownership

Sprinkled throughout the estate is an immaculately restored and reconstructed collection of Casali farmhouses. Each Casali

is a luxury farmhouse, ranging from 4,000 to 7,000 square feet, surrounded by many acres of agricultural land. Each

farmhouse is designed in traditional Tuscan style with a complete range of modern amenities including mosaic glass tiled

infi nity-edged pools, a guest house and al fresco dining complete with wood burning ovens.

Whole Ownership and Shared Ownership, through the Private Residence Club, provide families fortunate enough to call

Castello di Casole home all the amenities, services and activities available at Hotel Castello di Casole. Whole Ownership

allows Owners to custom-tailor the fi nishes and design to their liking; while Shared Ownership provides Owners every

detail imaginable from classic European antiques to local artwork and down to Pratesi linens and towels. Both provide full

residential services and Villa maintenance.

Commanding the most favored sites throughout the property are the ruins of modest farmhouses where one can trace the centuries across the

stones of walled courtyards and hand set loggia. Respectful of their heritage, they are being painstakingly restored and reconstructed by architects

and artisans who gently coax them into the modern age. Everywhere is confi rmation of thoughtful restoration and reconstruction – reclaimed

timbers and terra cotta, brick and stone from the property – every inch, every detail wrought by hand. When families choose to own at

Castello di Casole, they also become part of Italian history.

Restoration and Reconstruction

Typically, lower fl oors were home to livestock. Casale Escaiole’s restored interior features the Villa’s theatrical arches.

Like much of the estate, Casale San Giuseppe was discovered in ruins.

A magnifi cent San Giuseppe pool house after 18 months of restoration.

Baronciole as a found ruin, carefully, meticulously, authentically and magnificently restored.

Baronciole as a found ruin, carefully, meticulously, authentically and magnificently restored.

To step inside the Farmhouses and Villas is to discover interiors of richly textured fabrics and hand-stenciled antiquities, all

burnished by the hues of the changing pastoral seasons. Everywhere are finishes that reward the curious eye and knowing

touch. The furnishings are a collection of the finest interior appointments: Patina and Artitalia furniture; Rubelli fabrics;

Callatini hand-painted beds; Gianfranco Ballerini refrigerators; DeMannicor gas and wood burning stoves; Pratesi bedding

topped with Bagni di Volpi duvets; and an astonishing collection of baths with Philippe Starck fixtures, Carrara marble

sinks and Bisazza mosaic tiles.

Inside and out and at every turn are

secret spaces - fireplaces that warm

a winter evening, cozy sitting rooms

that make bedrooms true suites, and

always, the attention to detail that

makes these homes so comfortable

and inviting.

Awash in LuxuryThe baths are a remarkable and contemporary counterpoint to

the historic stone design of the exteriors. Dramatic. Unexpected.

Sumptuous. They are themselves bathed in the marble made famous

by Michelangelo. At every turn are surprising and thoughtful details,

modern fixtures gloriously accented with the introduction of Bisazza

glass tile. Each residence reflects the geologic origins of Tuscany’s

many quartz, granite and marble veins – those gathered by farmers

clearing nearby fields. The knowing eye will discover a palette of tiles

individually selected by our architects to accent the natural colors

that run through the stonework.

The Art of ImmersionWhether it is the light playing off an ancient

wall, a painterly sunset, or the silken touch of

a chair by the fire, words are often insufficient

to describe life on the Castello di Casole estate.

Nowhere is this more true than the captivating

collection of pools that grace each property.

Each is an original work of art, a study in the art

of immersion created with rainbows of sparkling

Bisazza mosaic glass tile. Soaring off into the

countryside, the pools invite lazy days sunning,

napping and nibbling at pizza from the forno.

Attentive Services and AmenitiesOwners at Castello di Casole enjoy a wealth of luxurious services, conveniences and amenities – everything to make life in the Tuscan countryside a wondrous celebration of past and present.

EE Estate-bottled olive oil, wine and fresh flowers anticipate arrival

EE Your refrigerator and pantry are stocked with practical necessities and treasures from local stores and markets

EE Attentive governantes will see to your every request while in residence

EE Daily housekeeping service

EE Upon request, a personal chef, luxury airport transportation and private automobiles are available

EE Always on hand are the property’s bilingual concierges to make dinner reservations, book exclusive museum tours, arrange luncheons in a private working vineyard or provide activities for the kids – they are here to make every day in Tuscany more special than the one before

EE At the hotel, you will enjoy favored rates, as well as a pool, fitness and wellness spa, along with enticing dining venues to explore

EE Extensive private trail system for hiking, biking and running through vast Tuscan countryside

EE On-site educational experiences, including language lessons, cooking schools to inspire culinary creativity, and grape and oil harvesting classes with the local oenologist

EE Private animal watching tours with the Castello game wardens

EE Guided day trips throughout the region

EE Wireless Internet

EE Air conditioning

The Castello di Casole estate is one of the most

prominent and ideally located in all of Tuscany.

Those that know the region best treasure this

particular locale for a myriad of reasons. First, the

Castello is central to the most desirable Tuscan destinations. Idyllic Siena is

just 20 minutes east, and Florence 45 minutes north. The coast is a scenic

hour’s drive. The walled fortress of Monteriggioni is a comfortable bike ride.

Our nearby neighbors are the hill towns of Mensano, Radicondoli

and the namesake, Casole d’Elsa. In the distance, the legendary

towers of San Gimignano rise on the horizon.

Tuscany Region

Tuscany Region

Venice

Rome

Naples

Lake Como

Sicily

Cinque Terre

Sardinia

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