CASTLE MAGO, SIENA - A TUSCAN DREAM
The pinnacle of an idyllic Italian getaway in Tuscany. A great trip to Tuscany is made possible by the region's magnificent rolling hills, world-class artwork from the Renaissance and medieval eras, flavorful seasonal cuisine, charming hilltop villages, and phenomenal villas.
Castle Mago
Castle Mago is a wonderful 16th Century castle in a perfect position enjoying a lovely panorama over the countryside with views of Elba Island and the sea beyond. The villa has its own exclusive grounds complete with a rose garden and an entrance garden with private parking, outside living space for relaxing, dining al fresco, a private outside swimming pool 6m x 12m, and a private outside Jacuzzi hot tub. This romantically beautiful historic residence retains all the original characteristics and period furnishings yet has all modern comforts and offers a wide range of facilities and services to enhance your stay.
This extraordinary old castle, which was originally home to Leopold II, Grand Duke of Tuscany, is in a quiet and private setting in the countryside but is only a mile from Venturina Terme, the closest town, and ten minutes drive from the gorgeous Tuscan coast and the closest sandy beaches. The first view of this towering building with a lovely front of ivy is via the grounds to the exclusive automatic gate of the castle, which is lined with cypress and pine trees.
Castle Mago interior
The villa's interior is as stunning, featuring its distinctively high ceilings and furnishings made of antiques, oil paintings, and family heirlooms. The villa's ground floor is made up of a variety of living rooms with antique furniture in the same style as the castle. Three wonderful living rooms, two of which have fireplaces and sofas and one of which has Sky television, a DVD player, and hi-fi music, are located off a big entrance hall that is decorated with historical paintings and coats of arms. The third one has a computer station with an antique wooden desk and a reading area.
A professional kitchen that is fully equipped is located on the same level as a small room next to the kitchen that has a fridge and all the workers needed for the meal service. There is a wonderful dining room with a fireplace that is adorned with paintings and majolica tiles, as well as a large rectangular table that can accommodate all of the visitors. The ground floor houses two double bedrooms.
Castle Mago interior
From the main entrance hall, stairs to the left and/or right lead to the castle's middle and upper floors, where there are ten distinctive bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms (3 double bedrooms, 6 suites, and the special Grand Duke Master suite). Each of these bedrooms is uniquely decorated with a different colour scheme, and many have hand-painted ceilings, frescoes, and numerous antique pieces. Modern conveniences like air conditioning, digital television, and unlimited fast wifi with a 20 Mbps download and 6 Mbps upload speed are available in the bedrooms. The entire interior of the villa, the rose garden, and the pool area are all covered by a Wi-Fi internet connection.
Castle Mago pool area
The castle is surrounded by expansive grounds, and the main entrance hall opens out onto the lovely rear rose garden. Here, there is a charming outdoor dining area with a marble rectangular table for all the guests, as well as an outdoor living area with cosy settees and umbrellas ideal for relaxing while taking in the view of the rose garden. From the garden, original stone steps down to the villa's private swimming pool, which is 12 metres by 6 metres and is tucked away in a quiet area. There is a Jacuzzi in the pool area, which is shaded by trees and provides views of the olive grove. The personnel at the villa and the owners of Castle Mago take great delight in the services they provide.
Various arrangements, including laundry, extra housework, day trips, and excursions, can be made (upon request and payment locally). Catering services, including lunches and dinners, are also a possibility.