Castello di Casole is an exceptional 4,200 acre historic estate with magnificently restored traditional and authentic "Casali" farmhouses and a luxurious 5 star boutique hotel in the grand Castello.

The estate is perfectly situated within the Tuscan countryside and intimately reflects the 18th century Tuscan landscape, featuring rolling hills, orchards, olive groves and vineyards.

The vision for Castello di Casole  was to provide an unparalleled Italian experience which, combined with the world renowned Timbers Resorts' expertise in private luxury resort-residence developments, aims to  create one of the most remarkable properties in the world.

Commanding fantastic sites throughout the estate sited on acres of land are the historic farmhouses or Casali which are being lovingly restored to the highest of standards. Each Casali is unique, individually designed with a distinctive style, layout and colour scheme, combining sensitive restoration, focusing on the use of traditional and local Tuscan materials, with the finest of modern luxuries.

Each of the Casali are formed of a main house and outbuildings, which now serve as unique and inviting guest residences. Every property will feature private infinity edge pools with breathtaking views over the picturesque Tuscan landscape and hand set stone patios.

The restoration of the Castello itself is as enchanting as the original collection of buildings that command the highest point on the property. At its heart will be an intimate 5-star boutique hotel with exquisitely designed suites, blending traditional Tuscan and grand Italian styles. The hotel will feature fine-dining restaurants, intimate cafes and bars, and social areas that open onto beautiful terraces and pools. The Castello will offer a lavish world-class spa and fitness centre inspired by the region's fragrances and natural approach to diet and exercise.

Castello di Casole will represent the finest in private luxury residences in a stunning setting and fantastic location in the heart of Tuscany. This award winning development will provide its owners and members with five star amenities alongside luxury services such as a private chef in each Casale to prepare everything from breakfast in bed to a gourmet picnic or a sumptuous dinner party for the family, as well as a daily maid service and 24 concierge, to make every holiday as seamless as possible.

The Estate is perfectly located within Tuscany, just 20 minutes from Siena and 45 minutes from Florence with the beautiful towns of Mensano, Radicondoli and Casole neighbouring the estate.

The residences are available through the residential interest program or as whole ownership. Prices  start from €290,000  for Residential Interests; Whole Ownership pricing starts at €3.7million.

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Castello di Casole was presented with the Five star award for Best development Italy and the  Four star award for Best redevelopment (multiple units) Italy at the 2008 annual European Property Awards.

David Burden, CEO and Founder of Timbers Resorts comments, "Castello di Casole is honoured to have received this award from the prestigious CNBC Property Awards committee. We truly believe that Castello di Casole offers a unique and authentic experience in one of the most beautiful regions of Tuscany."

The European Property Awards are part of the globally respected International Property Awards which have been running for 14 years. Due to their continual growth in size and standing, a series of other schemes for specific countries have also been launched.

The Daily Mail UK Awards were introduced four years ago and these were joined more recently by individual programmes for the Arabian, Asia Pacific, European, African and Americas Property Awards.

There are 21 different categories in total and four and five-star awards are given to the best entries. Every five-star entry is then re-examined to decide who is to go forwards for the ultimate World's Best Award. World's Best winners, including those from the European Property Awards, will be announced at a grand presentation dinner in America this November.

Supported by a host of well-respected professional bodies such as FIABCI, NAEA and NHBC to name but a few, the awards are judged by an independent team of experts in the property, design and construction fields, together with property writers and sponsors.