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Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!

Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!

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Welcome to the Torre di Cancelli.
Surrounded by 10 acres of private land which insures privacy and quiet.
Pool and grounds
Exterior
Exposed archways in the foyer showcase the original construction circa 1085.

Overview of Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

gaiole in chianti, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationBadia a Coltibuono11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMeleto Castle10 min drive
  • Popular LocationCantalici Winery12 min drive
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3.

Bedroom 4.

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Loft in annex

Master Bedroom.

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2. main house

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3. tower/main house

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4. Annex

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath (main house)

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Completely renovated ancient villa and tower in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany!

This is a unique and historic wine country villa set in the heart of one of the most famous wine countries in the world, Chianti. The Tower was built circa1085, making it nearly 1000 years young. The interior has been completely remodeled and outfitted with all of the modern amenities. Contemporary and comfortable furnishings throughout complement the ancient walls of this Tuscan villa.

Nearly every room boasts views of the mountain atop which the ruins of Montegrossi Castle are perched. Torre di Cancelli was, in fact, built to protect the highly coveted castle. A mild hike up the hill will take you inside this historic monument.

A short walk down the road leads you to the stunning Badia a Coltibuono, a former monastery that bottles its own wine and olive oil. Cooking classes, a restaurant, wine tasting, and tours are just a few of the things the abbey has to offer.

8km away, Radda in Chianti is a prized and ancient town in the area. A favorite local restaurant is Bottega da Giovannino. Be sure to say hi to Monica, the owner. She's quite the wine enthusiast and the food is excellent.

In the main house there are 5 bedrooms. 2 additional bedrooms in annex for a total of 7 bedrooms.
For those parties greater than 10 people, the annex with 2 bedrooms (max occupancy 4) will be opened. Those parties of 10 or less, will be hosted in the main house and tower only. If you desire the all 7 bedrooms and you have 10 or less guests in your party, you must make additional payment. Please inquire with owner before completing your booking.

MAIN HOUSE:
Ground floor: 1 bedrooms with king, 1 bedroom with queen size beds; 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds.
In the tower: 2 bedrooms: 1 with queen size (3rd floor), 1 with 1 twin and one double (2nd floor bunk beds), 1 full bath (2nd floor).

ANNEX:
1 bedroom with queen size; 1 loft with queen size.
1 Full bath.

GROUNDS:
10 acres of private property.
Outdoor pool, wood fire oven (perfect for pizzas), pool side gazebo and solarium.
Bocce court.
Outdoor dining with gazebo and BBQ.
Large stone patio between the main house and annex, great place for a wedding party, reunion or luxury vacation.

Property manager

Ken

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Please let us know the ages of your children.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small pets only <15 kg only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the house. Outside smoking only.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Gaiole in Chianti

Located in Gaiole in Chianti, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Accademia Valdarnese del Poggio Library and Museum of Terranuova Tuscany are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Badia a Coltibuono and Medieval Tower of Barbischio. Traveling with kids? Consider Gianfranco Carla Fineschi Botanical Rose Garden and Borgo di Vescine - Tenute di Castelvecchi. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Badia a Coltibuono - 11 min walk
  • Meleto Castle - 10 min drive
  • Castello di Albola - 11 min drive
  • Cantalici Winery - 12 min drive
  • Castle of Brolio - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Montevarchi-Terranuova Station - 26 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Osteria Al Ponte - 5 min drive
  • Lo Sfizio di Bianchi - 5 min drive
  • I Galletto Briaco - 6 min drive
  • Eldorado Bar Pizzeria - 9 min drive
  • Birreria & Bistrot - 5 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gaiole
We had a wonderful stay with family and friends at the villa! The kids absolutely loved staying in the tower! The rustic charm of the villa and surrounding area was beautiful! Really enjoyed the small towns in the area, very convenient location. We had a few small issues with the annex but it did not spoil our experience!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschöne Ferien im Chianti
Der ausgebaute alte Turm bietet viel Platz für Ferien in der Großfamilie oder mit befreundeten Familien. Das Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und gut ausgestattet, so dass wir den Aufenthalt sehr genossen haben. Vom Sitzplatz vor dem Haus genießt man den Blick auf die alte Burgruine, zu der man in ca. 30 Minuten hochsteigen kann. Der schöne Pool bietet herrliche Abkühlung nach Ausflügen nach Siena, Arezzo oder Florenz und die Boulebahn wurde bald zum vorabendlichen Ritual. Durch die Aufteilung in Haupthaus und kleines, eigenständiges Nebengebäude könnte man auch gut Großeltern oder eine weitere Familie unterbringen. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
When we first got to the house we were disappointed as it is near the road and right next to a very large electricity pylon. However when you are in the house or garden you can’t see the pylon or road and the road noise is not very loud. The house is very nicely done and the views from the garden and terrace lovely. The kitchen could be a bit better equipped eg some Pyrex dishes, but we managed fine. The drive up to the house is quite tight and one of us scratched our hire car. They should cut back the rosemary bush growing over the wall so there is more room to get the car through. Unfortunately the WiFi didn’t work throughout the visit which was very inconvenient as three of us had to work part time so we spent a money on extra data. The younger members of the group didn’t have access to data at all which left them a bit annoyed. Obviously this was not the owners fault but it meant we didn’t get what we paid for. We asked for a refund to cover our costs and the loss of amenity - we really wouldn’t have come if we had known there would be no WiFi - but we haven’t received anything which is disappointing and unfair. The management company was very good and dealt promptly with our issues.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Garry H.

What a Gem!
You can feel the history as soon as you arrive at the property and then be amazed at the beautiful updates and décor which flow seamlessly with all the original characteristics of the tower. The property is incredibly maintained and sits atop a hill with panoramic views all around. All the rooms are really well appointed, all the modern conveniences you could ask for. We stayed at Torre as is was a great central point for us as we had events in Florence and Siena. Radda is only a short drive away and we had dinner across the street at Badia a Coltibuono which was great. It was a treat to stay in a such a historic home and Ken was such a great help in the planning of our trip and making our Italian holiday one of the best we have had. Looking forward to our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

Un sogno nel Chianti
Ho alloggiato in questo antico casale con la mia famiglia, nel cuore della del Chianti. Da subito ho respirato la calda atmosfera di quest'ambiente in cui si riflette la storia del passato e la sua tradizione toscana . Questo luogo da sogno è un accogliente casale ristrutturato con passione e con gusto nel pieno rispetto della struttura antica, con il recupero dei materiali e degli arredi originali. È possibile inoltre dormire all’interno della storica torre appartenente al casale, disposta su tre livelli, completamente immersi nella natura e nella quiete, circondata da vigne, boschi e uliveti. Un’esperienza unica, da provare!!!

About the host

Hosted by Ken

Host profile image
I was raised in Italy and moved when I was in elementary school to the USA.
I'm a dual citizen and reside in USA. I've always wanted to own property in Italy and have been able to realize my dream. I hope you enjoy this place and make very special memories.

Why they chose this property

The property is a dream come true and has been painstakingly restored. Peaceful, quiet, serene setting in the spectacular beauty of Chianti.

What makes this property unique

Vaulted ceilings of stone with terra cotta tile floors.
Sleep in an 11th century, remodeled tower.
Walk up to the historic ruins of Montegrossi.
Across the street from the famous monastery, Badia a Coltibuono
Less that an hour from Florence, 30 min. to Siena.
Brand new luxury grounds and outdoor pool completed 8/10/2018.
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