La Vera Toscana
Its magnificent accommodations are only one facet of life at Castiglion del Bosco. Now as in the past, when this was a busy agricultural and social centre serving a variegated resident community, Castiglion del Bosco is a living country estate. Today, its unparalleled amenities reflect the true essence of la vera Toscana — luxurious relaxation, exceptional cuisine and great outdoor activities, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Val d'Orcia.
The Spa Located at the heart of Il Borgo, the Care Suite Spa by Daniela Steiner is a serene oasis specializing in unique therapies based on organic ingredients from the Estate. Entrust yourself to the caring hands of our team, who will pamper you with a complete range of exquisite beauty, spa and wellness treatments. Inspired by the natural bounty and fragrances of Tuscany, the Care Suite Spa champions a natural approach to exercise, based on concepts of vitality and purity, where care and relaxation are the watchwords.
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The Canonica The "priest's house" is located at the centre of Il Borgo. It houses a Culinary Academy where Members and Guests can learn to create authentic Tuscan dishes based on the local virtues of simplicity, freshness and flavor. La Canonica also features an enoteca wine bar, a Bottega for the purchase of selected local produce and the Orto, an organic kitchen garden.
Dining Two restaurants and a cozy bar showcase our talented chefs' seasonal and regional cuisine using the finest local ingredients, complemented by an extensive list of Castiglion del Bosco and regional wines. The traditional Osteria offers a casual ambience for an informal lunch or dinner, while our fine dining restaurant, Ristorante Del Drago, presents an elegant setting for a sumptuous Tuscan dining experience.
Wine Tasting Set within Castiglion del Bosco's critically acclaimed Winery - the fifth largest producer of Tuscany's iconic red wine, Brunello di Montalcino - the tasting room offers a portfolio of Castiglion del Bosco's exemplary vintages. The Winery also houses the Barriccaia, a wine sanctuary filled with rows of traditional French barrique barrels. The Winery.
Outdoor Activities Castiglion del Bosco is well provided with facilities for sports and open-air activities. In and around the Borgo, Members and Guests can take advantage of a state-of the-art fitness center, a soccer pitch, and tennis and bocce (Tuscan bowls) courts. The Estate also features miles of picturesque hiking and biking trails that hug spectacular ridges and meander past streams, waterfalls and hidden historic sites. Handsome Maremma horses, used by traditional Tuscan herdsmen, lead guests through a network of riding trails extending to the far-reaching corners of the property.
The Gardens A magnificent amenity in their own right, the extensive gardens of the Estate encompass a radiant Tuscan palette for all seasons, including flower-decked terraces, rustic olive groves, manicured fruit orchards and sprawling Sangiovese vineyards. The splendid Orto, designed by the Vatican's garden landscaper, is home to more than 180 varieties of vegetables, fruits and aromatic herbs grown exclusively for La Canonica's restaurants and Culinary Academy.
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