iCastagni
luxe small hotel
& tailored travel
in Tuscany
Experience the beauty of Tuscany with our exclusive-use small luxury hotel. Book your dates today and embark on a fully planned, worry-free, tailored-to-you trip.
​what do we do?
we create perfectly tailored trips in Tuscany; we take on all the planning and organization, leaving you free to enjoy a seamless vacation. ​​​
how do we do it?
our small luxe hotel becomes...
your small luxe hotel
just you and your group - nobody else
we blend this with
the beauty of Tuscany,
our wealth of local knowledge,
and our expertise in vacation-planning​​​
to create
a perfectly tailored, meticulously-planned,
and worry-free experience reflecting
the true essence of Tuscany
SMALL PRIVATE LUXE HOTEL AND TAILORED TRAVEL
IN TUSCANY
JOIN US FOR THE TRIP OF your LIFETIME
Don't know where to start? Click on WE DESIGN to see itineraries designed by us.
Been to Italy before or have some ideas about what you might like to do? Click on YOU DESIGN below.
Undecided? Click on both to learn more - or contact us to discuss your dates and desires.
MORE ABOUT THE HOTEL
Your Tuscan Village
Your Tuscan Room
Your Tuscan Pool and View
our hotel
becomes...
your private hotel
iCastagni is our small hotel in the heart of the hilltop village of Montefollonico in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, perfectly located between the Tuscan jewels of Pienza and Montepulciano and within easy reach of Tuscany's must-see towns of Siena, Cortona, and Florence.
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we have an exclusive-use policy which means we only ever accept one group booking at the hotel at a time
so, whether you are joining us on one of our pre-designed vacations or asking us to build an itinerary especially for you,
yours will be the only group on property
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all the hotel's amenities, services, grounds, staff, and pool will be devoted to you and your fellow travellers for the duration of your stay, providing you with the truly special experience of complete privacy
the entire hotel becomes yours for the duration of your stay
yours will be the only group on property
the services and infrastructure of a hotel...but you just happen to know all the guests
eight bedrooms
accommodating individual groups up to
a maximum of sixteen people*
our minimum stay is
four rooms for four nights
*please ask if your group is larger
learn more about our rooms by scrolling down
we believe that a really comfortable bedroom,
with well-thought-through details, is a vacation essential
All rooms showcase the beauty and character of an old Tuscan building but they are totally up to date in all other areas. Muted colours and a careful blend of antique and modern furnishings create elegant rooms which are luxuriously comfortable and perfect for unwinding in. Beds are big and comfortable, bathrooms have powerful showers (some have tubs too). All toiletries are organic. The property is fully air-conditioned and there are also mosquito nets at windows if you prefer the cooling valley breeze. There is heating and a roaring log fire in winter.
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We have things to make your stay easier; USB plug-in points for your IT, powerful hairdryers with long cables, and universal plugs so that you don't have to pack
your adapters.
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We don't have things which annoy you, such as piles of scatter cushions and
lamps you can't reach.
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We have a small team of staff whose sole focus will be you and your group.
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Please see below for a closer look at one of our rooms.
Keep scrolling down for more photographs of our interior spaces and gardens.
Ground floor bedrooms have direct access to the gardens, terraces, and pool.
All our bathrooms have powerful showers and quality
modern fittings.
i castagni translates as the chestnut trees
HOW DO I BOOK?
there are three options
WE DESIGN
(Experiences)
This option is reserved for a small number of fully-inclusive vacations crafted by us.
These itineraries are usually limited to a maximum of 12 participants, with places being booked individually or as a group.
We take care of everything; from the smallest details to the most-complicated specifics.
You can learn more by clicking on the 'WE DESIGN' tab in the menu bar.
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Ideal for guests who have never been to Tuscany before and don't quite know what they want to do; for those who have previously visited and now want to delve deeper into this wonderful country; or for those who don't have time to consider ideas for an itinerary.
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Busy people, we understand you.
Please click on the
'WE DESIGN'
tab in the menu bar for more details.
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YOU DESIGN
(Bespoke/Tailored)
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This option gives you the flexibility to decide on an itinerary crafted especially and solely for you.
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The cost will be based on what you would like to do and how you would like to do it. We will discuss your ideas, adding advice and local knowledge along the way as required, and will then create a totally individual itinerary for your approval.
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You also have the choice of being accompanied by us or unaccompanied during your programme.
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You can learn more by clicking on the 'YOU DESIGN' tab in the menu bar.
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Ideal for those who are looking to maximise their relaxation and down-time in Tuscany by delegating the planning, organising and fine-tuning of their vacation and itinerary.
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We live here year-round and know which levers to pull to open the doors to the Tuscany you want to experience. Whether it's using our local knowledge to gain access to places which are only frequented by locals, to creating a luxurious itinerary with a translator by your side throughout.
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We are also happy to offer advice, guidance, and introductions for other parts of Italy which you might like to visit before or after your stay with us.
WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS​
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Learn more by clicking on the 'SPECIAL EVENTS' tab
in the menu bar.
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Ideal for weddings
and corporate retreats
Your booking comprises the entire hotel, its facilities, and its staff.
We cannot therefore rent individual rooms, or rent for less than four nights. Our minimum booking for 'YOU DESIGN' itineraries is four rooms for four nights.
Itineraries designed by us are processed via a registered and legally compliant Italian tour operator.
We are open whenever you need us to be.
Please refer to our
contact form below
to discuss your dates.
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This page is updated regularly to reflect bookings.
2024
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April
26-30 BOOKED
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May
1-2, 4-11, 12-17, 19-24, 26-31 BOOKED
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June
2-7, 9-14, 16-21, 28-30 BOOKED
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July
1 July BOOKED
24-28 BOOKED
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August
23-31 BOOKED
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September
1-7 THE REAL TUSCANY VACATION
8-13, 15-20, 22-27, 29-30 BOOKED
October
1-4, 6-11, 13-18, 20-25 BOOKED
26-30 BOOKED
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2025
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​March
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April
27-30 April BOOKED
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May
1-3 May BOOKED
4-10 BOOKED
11-16, 18-23, 25-30 BOOKED
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June
1-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-28 BOOKED
30 June BOOKED
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July
1-4 July BOOKED
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August
21-30 ON HOLD
31 August THE REAL TUSCANY begins
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September
1-6 THE REAL TUSCANY continues
7-12, 14-19, 21-26, 28-30 BOOKED
October
1-3, 5-10, 12-17, 19-24 BOOKED
26-31 - BOOKED
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November
1 November - ON HOLD​
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2026
THINKING ABOUT VISITING IN 2026 OR BEYOND? CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW.
A GUIDE TO COSTS
Costs are always fully inclusive of programme content AND your accommodation at iCastagni private hotel.
Our pre-designed vacations always clearly state the price and what is included.
The cost of programmes designed by us especially for you, using your ideas and requests, are carefully discussed with you prior to going firm on programme content. Our pre-designed vacations will help give you a guide on the costs you can expect to pay. The cost of your package will of course include your exclusive-use accommodation at iCastagni private hotel.
Our costs are accurate and appropriate. Our satisfaction comes from your contentment, providing you with a first-class experience, and welcoming you back the following year, not from looking at our end-of-year spreadsheets.
Check in: from 1500 hours
Check out: the hotel is yours until 1100 hours on the morning of your departure
We know that every moment of your vacation counts and we always offer flexibility on timings when possible
REVIEW
We had been talking about visiting Europe, in particular Tuscany, for years but we knew we would only do it once and we wanted to make it perfect . When we learned about iCastagni and their programmes we knew we had found the ideal route. The team at iCastagni were wonderful from beginning to end. From the moment we were greeted at the airport, to the moment we waved goodbye, we received top-level hospitality. Our itinerary was well-designed and, essentially for us, well-paced. We did so many wonderful things but still felt as though we had relaxed and let go of our busy lives. So many wonderful memories and we would dearly love to do it again. Thank you iCastagni. We loved every minute.
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