Gubbio – un castello di coccole

The Castle Dating back to 1050, this historical marvel is filled with stories of mystery and intrigue. Following years of careful transformation, it is now a unique and enthralling hotel   Rates All rates are in EUR, and inclusive of VAT and breakfast for 2 persons. High season: June to September Rooms € 800 Castello Suites € 1070  /  San Michele Suites € 1070 Grand Suites € 1670 The Tower Suites € 1930,00   Mid season: May + October Rooms € 760 Castello Suites € 1010 / San Michele Suites € 1010 Grand Suites € 1270 The Tower Suites € 1800,00   Low Season: April , March + November Rooms from € 590 Castello Suites from € 800 / San Michele Suites € 800 Grand Suites from € 1090 The Tower Suites € 1500,00   Check-in: 3:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am.   Rooms description: Rooms: Our Rooms are all situated inside the castle, on ground floor and second floor. The custom-designed furniture by ‘B.B. include the four poster Campaign Bed, a bar, the wash basin stand, and in most rooms the Dressing Table. Occupancy 2 or 3 persons. Size of rooms starting from 30 square meters. Castello Suites: The Castello Suites are housed inside the castle, on ground floor, first and second floor. The custom-designed furniture by ‘B.B. include the four poster Campaign Bed, a bar, the wash basin stand, and in all rooms the Dressing Table. In some rooms there is a day bed, in others the Dumb Valet or a chaise longue. All rooms have a bath tub, either in the bedroom or in the bath room. Occupancy 2 or 3 persons. Size of rooms starting from 60 square meters. San Michele Suites: The San Michele Suites are housed in what used to be the priest’s home, next to the San Michele church and the castle. The suites are divided on three floors, upper floors are reached by stair case and elevator. The custom-designed furniture by ‘B.B. include the four poster Campaign Bed, a bar, the wash basin stand, and in most rooms the Dressing Table. All rooms have a bath tub, either in the bedroom or in the bath room. Occupancy 2 or 3 persons. Size of rooms starting from 55 square meters. Grand Suites: The Grand Suites are housed inside the castle, on first and second floor. The custom-designed furniture by ‘B.B. include the four poster Campaign Bed, a bar, the wash basin stand, and in all rooms the Dressing Table. In some rooms there is a day bed, in others the Dumb Valet. All rooms have a bath tub, either in the bedroom or in the bath room. Some rooms have a fireplace. Occupancy 2 or 3 persons. Size of rooms starting from 85 square meters. The Tower Suite: The largest accommodation of the hotel is situated inside the highest tower of the castle, and spread over 5 floors. The Tower Suite is the only one with two bedrooms, and features a private terrace on the top floor with spectacular views 360° and to most of the Reschio estate. The custom-designed furniture by ‘B.B. include the four poster Campaign Bed, a bar, the wash basin stand, and the Dressing Table. The tub is on the roof top terrace. There is no elevator in this one-of-a-kind suite. Occupancy 2 to 4 persons. Size of room with terrace 180 square meters   Policies MID & LOW SEASONS: Deposit = 1st night’s rate. Balance at arrival. If the reservation is cancelled 15 or more days prior to arrival (18h00 local Italy time), no penalty will be applied and the paid deposit will be reimbursed. If the reservation is cancelled 14 or less days prior to arrival, a penalty equivalent to the first night’s rate is held as penalty   Outdoor Features Dining area Swimming Pool Tennis court Private parking External lights   Internal Features Underfloor heating ground floor Heated towel rail all bathrooms Air-conditioned master suite & gym Unlimited WiFi internet access Gym Billiard room Hair dryers all bathrooms Fly screens Safe Alarm system   Staff & Service Maid service 6 days per week Pool service 6 days per week Concierge service 24/7 emergency service   Rent a House Scattered around the wild expanse of Reschio are 10 magnificent houses, available for rental. All are former farmhouses, once in ruins but now carefully and meticulously restored by the Bolza family. Keeping to the original footprint of the farmhouses, each house is truly unique and thoroughly liveable. What they all have in common, though, is the location, sitting amongst our charming hills with undisturbed views of the pristine estate   Things to do Cooking lessons Located next door to Ristorante Alle Scuderie, our cookery school will lead you on creative foraging walks in the grounds to pick what takes your fancy, show you how to create a variety of dishes, and transform the best of our local produce into scrumptious Italian meals Tennis Take a spin on our Astroturf courts, available for hire to guests, either for a knock-about with friends or for lessons with an experienced tennis coach. The tennis pavilion is stocked with refreshments, perfect for relaxing between games or for enthusiastic supporters to spend time in during a heated match Biking Our unspoilt estate is just the place to explore on two wheels, with kilometres of tracks to race around on, or to gently cruise along with the wind in your hair. High quality bikes (including electric bikes) of all sizes can be hired through our estate service team Fishing Reschio’s quiet, remote lakes offer a perfectly peaceful setting to spend a few hours with a rod, available to borrow to guests year-round. Take some time out, find a spot in the dappled shade and try your luck Truffle hunting Give your nose a workout on a truffle hunting trail with our local expert, heading to a neighbouring farm to snuffle out this rare delicacy. Follow a truffle hunter and his dog, enjoy a truffle tasting session, watch a cooking demonstration and round the day off with a delicious truffle-themed lunch Wildlife watching Our hills and ancient forests are filled with wildlife, from wild boar and roe deer, to foxes and porcupines. They don’t just trot out on demand, though. Head out on a gentle nature hike with our gamekeeper for the best chance of a glimpse of the creatures that call Reschio home   Families From riding and tennis lessons, to wild hiking and biking, Reshio is the place for kids to go free-range. Our estate team can arrange all sorts of ways of entertaining the kids on the estate, while our child-friendly excursions can bring the region to life for young, inquisitive minds  

AREZZO AND ITS PROVINCE   AREZZO – History and Art – 3/6 hours Arezzo is known today for being the Gold Town due to the traditional production of gold jewellery since the VI century b.C. Infact Arezzo is an Etruscan town and Etruscans, very civilized and wealthy people, were famous for the production of jewellery, potteries and iron weapons. But Arezzo also represents Art during the Middle Age thanks to some masterpieces dating XIII-XIV century like the Cross made by Cimabue or its Cathedral or its Pieve or XV and XVI century (see tours below). Lately Arezzo is becoming more and more important also for its production of Chianti Wine so a nice wine tasting might be welcome!   PIERO DELLA FRANCESCA – History and Art – 6 hours A full day immerged in Piero della Francesca life and art. Through his works, some of them considered worldwide masterpieces, we will understand why since the XV century he has been known and still is known as the inventor of real perspective. We will visit the beautiful towns of Sansepolcro, Monterchi and Arezzo.   GIORGIO VASARI – History and Art – 3 hours A tour in Arezzo, the birth town of Giorgio Vasari, the artist who built the Uffizi in Florence and left many memories through his works in Arezzo. We will visit the house he bought and painted himself and Piazza Grande, the main square. We will discover as well the XVI century Fortress, the renewed masterpiece of Arezzo, which just reopened after 20 years and after a remarkable restauration… practically Arezzo history packed in a single monumental shrine!!   SANSEPOLCRO – History and Art – 3/4 hours The town is not only known for Piero della Francesca but also for  some other masterpieces like the Volto Santo, one of the most ancient crucifixes in the world or the “Deposition” made by Rosso Fiorentino, a very important artists of the XVI century. And what about herbal medicaments? Here, about 40 years ago, was born the first herbal industry of Italy and today we can visit its marvellous museum undertaking an ideal journey through the centuries talking about herbs and remedies.   ANGHIARI – History and Handicraft – 3/4 hours What about a dive into Middle Age? Anghiari is the perfect place! Castled uphill with its XIII century walls and its millenary history, you will appreciate its “out of the time” atmosphere. But Anghiari is also known for the famous Battle of Anghiari, which took place in 1440 and was represented by Leonardo da Vinci. Another important aspect of the town is handicraft: would you like to visit a linen fabric laboratory? And a pottery maker? And what about an oil tasting?   CORTONA and LAKE TRASIMENO – History and Wine Tasting – 4/6 hours A tour in Cortona first discovering Etruscans, one of the oldest and most civilized people in ancient history, and then walking around town to appreciate its “out of time” atmosphere with its tiny shops and art galleries. And after such a big effort, a stop for wine tasting is needed! Then down to Lake Trasimeno for lunch and a stroll along the main street of one of the nicest typical little towns of the area.   CASTIGLION FIORENTINO E LUCIGNANO – History, Art and Tasting – 3/6 hours Castiglion Fiorentino is one of the oldest towns of Valdichiana with its Etruscan origins dating VI th century B.C. We will visit the town center and the local Etruscan Museum. We will then move to the elliptical town of Lucignano, a medieval hamlet  where we will admire the Tree of Life also known as the Golden Tree, one of the most popular jewellery work ever made. We can add to the tour a wine or oil tasting on request.   CASENTINO – History – 4/6 hours A suggestion to know a bit better Tuscany: the Sacred Valley of Casentino. Visit will start by the Sanctuary of La Verna, where S. Francis of Assisi received the stigmatas  and where you will admire the marvellous glazed terracottas by Andrea della Robbia. Later on we will go to Poppi for lunch in the old town and then visit its beautiful center and its medieval Castle.     SIENA AND ITS PROVINCE   SIENA – History and Art – 4/6 hours Let’s discover the middle age Siena not only through its narrow streets, squares and historical contradas but also visiting what was up to forty years ago a hospital and today is a museum which preserves the urban origins of the town.   MONTEPULCIANO and PIENZA – Wine and Cheese Tastings – 4/6 hours Let’s go for tastings! A tour in Montepulciano, a delicious Middle Age town, where we will visit some wineries and historical caves and then in Pienza, the Pope town, for cheese tastings. We are sure you will enjoy either the perfumes and the look of both towns!   VAL D’ORCIA between S. QUIRICO,MONTICCHIELLO and PIENZA History and Cheese Tasting – 6 hours Starting from S. Quirico d’Orcia, one of the fundamental stops on the Via Francigena, we will continue on to Monticchiello, a medieval hamlet perfectly preserved, and then to Pienza, the Renaissance town thought and created by Pope Pius II. A pecorino cheese tasting will complete the visit.   SAN GIMIGNANO – History and Art – 3/4 hours Known as “ the town of the 100 towers”, let us discover San Gimignano through its historical center, its Collegiata (the main church) with its XIV century frescoes representing scenes of the Old and New Testament and the “Rocca”, the ancient fortress with its marvellous view on the valley. The tour will end up to the most famous “gelateria” in the world.   Customized tours Possibility to mix the tours   Price On Request Contact Us for prices and more informations

Hotel 4* & SPA The Hotel & Spa  is a 17th century monastery which has been cleverly restored. This splendid building and the religious communities that have lived here since it was first built, belong to the history of Gubbio. The city of Gubbio is situated in the green heart of Umbria.  Its ancient stones and architecture are among the highest testimonies of the luminous and refined Medieval Age.   Best Available Rate - Bed & Breakfast Double Room from Eur 126,00 This rate is valid for a limited number of rooms and includes: buffet breakfast use of "Acque Emozionali" Indoor Swimming Pool (children under 12 years could have a limited access) Use of Gymnasium (only for people over 14 years old) VAT and service charge free parking Wi-Fi Internet connection This rate does not include:   Eventual Minibar consumption to pay extra breakfast in room available on supplement payment Airport / Train Station Transfer can be arranged on request and subject to payment City tax: 1,70 EUR per person, per night. The tax is applicable maximum for 4 consecutive nights. Children under 12 years of age are exempt from paying this tax.  Payment of the city tax is directly in hotel. Cancellation/Modification free of charge up to 24 hours prior to arrival except for bank holidays, please see specific cancellation policy under "terms and conditions").