Set amid the rolling
hills in the
heart of Chianti Rufina, this charming farmhouse sits on the
foundations of the
ancient Cerchi castle. The noble Spagnoli family lived on this
land for
many generations before moving to Florence in the 12th
century. Castello Rufina is located on a hill in the heart of
"Rufina
Chianti", in the Santa Maria district, and is made up of a fine
square-shaped stone-walled mansion, built over the foundations of the
ancient
Cerchi castle which was severely damaged during the war. Rufina Torre, which is built of thick stone walls that are characteristic of the Tuscan style, is one of the apartments that surrounds the grand Castello Rufina. The apartment and the property have been
furnished with many elegant period pieces and modern conveniences.
The
Cerchi family lived in Castello Rufina for several generations in the
twelfth
century, before moving to Florence. The chapel, which is still in
existence, is
dedicated to Blessed Emiliana dei Cerchi, whose mortal remains lie in
the
church of Santa Croce in Florence. The memory of the powerful feudal
dynasty of
the Cerchi still hangs in the air.
The
characteristic beauty of the Tuscan landscape, with its climate, its
fresh
produce and its serene lifestyle, reaches the peak of exclusivity in
Castello
Rufina. The Castello Rufina estate extends over eighteen hectares of
agricultural land that has been planted mainly with olives. The
products of the local olives can be
purchased on the premises. The peacefulness and
beauty of the Tuscan landscape radiates
at Castello Rufina. The lovely terraces, beautiful gardens and
large
panoramic swimming pool create an outdoor ambiance ideal for al
fresco
dining.
Rufina Torre is located within the medieval tower.
The ground floor
includes a kitchen/living area with double sofa bed and TV, fireplace and WC.
The first floor has a double bedroom and bathroom with shower; and the second
floor includes a double bedroom with an additional third bed. The slotted
windows of the second-floor bedroom look out over the garden and the swimming
pool.
Rufina Torre shares the hamlet with
Castello Rufina (the main farmhouse) and the
Rufina apartments. Please inquire about the possibility of
combining these rentals to accommodate larger groups.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR A COMPLETE PRICING PROPOSAL
Please inquire for pricing during the Easter, Christmas and New Year
holidays.
Weekly cleaning: 15 Euros per person
Extra
bed: 15 Euros per day
Heating: Charged
according to consumption
Security deposit: 200 Euros
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