SP 408 - km 14.7 - Castelnuovo Berardenga (Siena)
An ancient building, overlooking the enchanting Tuscan countryside. The ideal place for those who want to alternate moments of peace and relaxation with the visit of the villages and towns of the region.
Opening period : From 04-18-2024 - to 11-01-2024
Location
Hotel Le Fontanelle overlooks, like a large panoramic terrace, on one of the most fascinating views of the Tuscan countryside. Surrounded by lush vineyards and olive groves, secluded in an exclusive corner of the valley of Chianti Classico, it enjoys an enviable position. Ideal for those looking to getting away from the fast-paced world we live in to indulge in pure relaxation, not missing the chance to visit great cultural attractions and have great gastronomic experiences. In fact it is located only 20 km from Siena and 80 km from Florence, offers the opportunity to discover the charm and richness of the Italian Middle Ages and Renaissance.
Hotel
The property is an ancient country estate. The main building dates back to the thirteenth century. It is named after an ancient stine fountain used to collect water from a spring, which have been preserved until today. The wise renovation of the residence has revived its ancient architectural splendour without losing sight of certain details and surely paying attention to provide all the modern amenities. The stone facade is in harmony with the surrounding nature, while the interiors are bright and furnished in typical Tuscan style. Hotel Le Fontanelle is divided into two areas: the main one and Villa Il Mandorlo. In the main building are located the reception, the gourmet restaurant, the bar, the two swimming pools and small spa. The furniture has been accurately chosen to make every corner as compfrtable as possible. For example the common areas of the house where guests can relax and enjoy the breathtaking view and sit in front of the fireplace. This 5-star hotel has become one of the most renowned hotels in Tuscany, where you can still spend your holiday completely abstracted from everyday life and reconnect with your natural primitive dimension.
Rooms
The 36 rooms of Hotel Le Fontanelle are divided in 5 different categories: Classic, Prestige, Deluxe, Junior Suites and Suites, located into the several locations of the property, some overlooking the pool, or the vineyard or the garden. All rooms are decorated with a charming Tuscan style and feature ceilings with wooden beams and terracotta tiled floors. They are all characterized by great style where simplicity and elegance blend to form bright and warm environments in which to enjoy of a familiar harmony. All are equipped with modern comforts such as safe, hairdryer, satellite TV with LCD screen, wireless internet, minibar.
Some rooms are located in Villa Il Mandorlo, the annex 450 meters away from the main area of the facility. The allocation of rooms is at the discretion of the hotel.
Included in the price: parking, use of the panoramic outdoor swimming pool, Mountain Bikes, The Health Club with indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi.
Wellness Centre
For those who want to be pampered by different wellness treatments, the hotel offers (included in the price) a panoramic outdoor swimming pool, indoor heated pool with Jacuzzi area, sauna, the Turkish bath and large windows overlooking the breathtaking panorama of the surrounding valley.
Restaurant
The day begins with a continental buffet breakfast, with a variety of products including pastries, croissants, sandwiches, fresh fruit and juices, eggs, cheeses and cold cuts.
At dinner let the Chef will let you discover discover the contemporary and the classic, Italian cuisine, with genuine flavours and local ingredients. Located in the main building, La Colonna Restaurant is a finely furnished environment with a magnificent panoramic view of the Chianti hills. A few steps away from the restaurant, the Belvedere Terrace is the perfect setting during the summer to enjoy a romantic outdoor dinner.
Guests can also use the room service and enjoy the gourmet cuisine of La Colonna Restaurant directly in their room.
At Al Fresco Pool Bar guests can enjoy light lunches and snacks , sipping some prestigious local wines, surrounded by the vast gardens and oilive trees while enjoying the spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside. Proper wine tasting can be arranged at the nearby Vallepicciola winery.
Services & Activities
Reception 24-hour; Concierge service; free Wi-Fi available in all rooms and all commos areas; covered parking, free use of mountain bikes. Wine/Gift shop where you can buy olive oil and wine produced by Vallepicciola Winery; Vespa rental with supplement. Nature lovers can spend their time on a mountain bike or take long walks on the paths around the villa and thereby discover the beauty of the surrounding countryside. Lovers of good food have at their disposal a range of food and wine tours and tasting organized in various wineries in the valley of Chianti. The gym combined with massages and beauty treatments complete the offer at Hotel Le Fontanelle, where the physical and spiritual regeneration of your body will be the natural and spontaneous consequence of a stay in this corner of paradise.
Tourist tax – The municipality of Castelnuovo Berardenga requires the payment of € 5,00 per person/overnight for the first 7 nights stay (excluding children under 13 years) to be paid on spot.