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Hamlet Montefienali - Casa della Nonna C - Nearest town
The nearest restaurant is 5km in the village Starda, and the nearest village for shopping is 12km in San Gusme' while the Chianti towns of Gaiole and Radda are 15km and 22km respectively.
San Gusme
When approaching from Castelnuovo Berardenga the hamlet is reached through the Siena Gate. The immediate impression of a old fortified medieval hamlet is strengthened by the miniature-like streets and the piazza which provides housing for only a dozen or so inhabitants.The 'Lodo di Poggibonsi' confirmed S.Gusmè to be in the territory of Siena as it lies on the border of the Florence and Siena territories. It is surrounded by walls and overlooked by the Florentine castles of Brolio and Cacchiano making it a charming hamlet to visit. The name derives from Cosmo, one of the Saints to whom the local church is dedicated (the other is Damian). The church, documented from 867, was originally in Campi Castle and was rebuilt in the nineteenth century.
A few kilometers from S.Gusmè are the notable archaeological sites of Campi and Cetamura. Also near S.Gusmè is the medieval hamlet of Villa a Sesta, so far untouched by tourism.
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Gaiole in Chianti
Gaiole in Chianti
Situated on the road ss408, from Siena to Montevarchi.
Gaiole in Chianti owes its development to its position in the valley where an important market for the local populations was centered around the year 1000.
Its name likely comes from "gaggiolo" used to indicate a large forest.
Situated on the road ss408, from Siena to Montevarchi.
Gaiole in Chianti owes its development to its position in the valley where an important market for the local populations was centered around the year 1000.
Its name likely comes from "gaggiolo" used to indicate a large forest.
Gaiole history
After 1300 Gaiole became important not only as a market but as a tertiary city of the League of Chianti, Florence's administrative and political instrument.
Gaiole today
The area surrounding Gaiole can easily be divided up into outings featuring the abbeys and parish churches or the castles and hamlets.
The oil and the wine found in Gaiole in Chianti today are the jewels of its agriculture and local economy.
Places of interest
Castello di Brolio
The Brolio Castle is truly spectacular and was so even after its neo-gothic transformation that took place in the second half of the 19th century.
The history of the Brolio Castle begins in the latter part of the 12th century. Its name is tied to the family of the Ricasoli Firidolfi who took sides with Florence against Siena. The Castle was invaded by the Sienese in 1252.
The Castle was altered and transformed over the years before the definitive 19th century version realized by Baron Bettino Ricasoli. Today you can visit the interior, the neo-Gothic Saint Jacop's Chapel, the observation deck and the palace with its beautiful tapestries.
Castello di Brolio
The Brolio Castle is truly spectacular and was so even after its neo-gothic transformation that took place in the second half of the 19th century.
The history of the Brolio Castle begins in the latter part of the 12th century. Its name is tied to the family of the Ricasoli Firidolfi who took sides with Florence against Siena. The Castle was invaded by the Sienese in 1252.
The Castle was altered and transformed over the years before the definitive 19th century version realized by Baron Bettino Ricasoli. Today you can visit the interior, the neo-Gothic Saint Jacop's Chapel, the observation deck and the palace with its beautiful tapestries.
Gaiole was not only an important commercial centre, but it was also important to the clergy, this is evident by the many parish churches and abbeys.
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Gaiole restaurants
Osteria del Castello
Brolio, on the road between Gaiole and Siena
Home of Barone Bettino Ricasoli (1809-1880), Prime Minister of Italy after Cavour during the unification, then in 1874 the definer of the Chianti Classico formula. Allow time to walk up to the Castle and enjoy one of the best views around from the terrace.
Closed Thursday
Tel: +39 0577 747 194
Brolio, on the road between Gaiole and Siena
Home of Barone Bettino Ricasoli (1809-1880), Prime Minister of Italy after Cavour during the unification, then in 1874 the definer of the Chianti Classico formula. Allow time to walk up to the Castle and enjoy one of the best views around from the terrace.
Closed Thursday
Tel: +39 0577 747 194
Ristorante L'Alto Chianti
Loc Castagnoli, Gaiole in Chianti
This is a restaurant and pizzeria.
Tel: + 39 0577 731008
Loc Castagnoli, Gaiole in Chianti
This is a restaurant and pizzeria.
Tel: + 39 0577 731008
Osteria Castello di Starda
This is a beautiful traditional restaurant which sells good food at reasonable prices. They have a very well priced tourist menu.
Location: Starda
Closed: Monday
Tel: +39 0577 734100
This is a beautiful traditional restaurant which sells good food at reasonable prices. They have a very well priced tourist menu.
Location: Starda
Closed: Monday
Tel: +39 0577 734100
Location Information
Swimming pool - 15 x 7.5 mtrs and 1.5mtrs deep - open April to October 
Laundry - self service (charged as used)
House Maid - available on request
Leisure - walks, swimming, mountain bikes
Local Leisure - tennis, cooking school, horse riding, ballooning, yachting
Cook - available on request
Babysitter - book in advance
Barbeque - available on site
Wine Tastings - available on request
Wireless Internet - access to free dial up Internet connection
Distances - Florence 40km, Siena 30km, Gaiole in Chianti 20km
Approach road - *NEW* complete paved road - 100 mtrs of steep tar slope at 25%
Self-service check-in - hassle free arrivals, see pop-up image for details
Internet - computers with access to Free dial up Internet
Cooking Courses - daily courses available in the on site hotel
On Site Restaurant - open for lunch and dinner including children's menu
On site Bar - open daily from 07.45 to 23.00
Poolside Bar and Lunch Service - drinks and light lunches are available
Relax Centre - Sauna, Hydro massage and massage