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Facilities within the Castle

 
The main castle building, is very versatile thanks to its different sized dining rooms. It can be used for business meetings, banquets, conventions and weedings.

Banquets, Diners and Meeting Menus: menus created for every occasion can be discussed with the chef, from a formal black tie banquet to a farm house meal of local ham and salami. The castle's staff can create exactly what is needed to suit your special event. Meals can be accompanied with the wines produced on the estate, there is an excellent choice, including many rare wines.

Cooking Courses: are available throughout the whole year. they can vary from a morning or afternoon, to a whole week. Choose from historical Tuscan recipes or modern Italian, whatever you decide on will give an unrivalled gastronomic experience. Ideal for amateurs, professionals or promotional events.
 
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Dining and Meeting Rooms: can recive over 300 guests as follows, Lorenzo il Magnifico ballroom, 150 guests, De Carli, 52 guests, Dante Alighieri, 32 guests, Littifredo (conferences only), 85 guests, The garden, over 200 guests.

The Church and Chapel: of the castle can usually be used for weddings or other formal ceremonies. Called Santa Maria da Vicchiomaggio, the church houses some of the oldest bells of the region and dates from the 11th century.
 
The garden of the Castle: of "Formal Italian" style, offers unrivalled views across the surrounding hills and vineyards as well as spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The surrounding private estate invigorating walks and the possibility of observing viticulture and the production of olives directly in the field.
 
Wine Production and Tastings: wine production is an important part of life at Vicchiomaggio. Wine tastings and cellar visits are available throughout the year and "Cantinetta San Jacopo" is open for visitors to purchase wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The wine cellars meander under Castello Vicchiomaggio, and here visitors can see how the estate's world renowned wine is produced. Tours by request.
 
Swimming pool: the splendid swimming pool, south facing, which is 8 by 16 meters is built on the hill side with unique panoramic views of the Greve valley and vineyards. It has a very large paved sun bedding area. Its protected position permits its use even in early spring.
 
Property Facilities Summary:
BanquetsBeach Bed
Beach UmbrellaCellular Telephone Hire
Ceremony ManagementChild Friendly
Congresses & MeetingsCooking Courses
Fax MachineFax Service
Groups AllowedHome Produce
IroningIroning Equipment
Meeting RoomOlive Oil Tasting
Private ParkingPrivate Swimming Pool
Towels for Swimming PoolTrekking
Tuscan DinnerWedding Management
Wine TastingWine Tours
 
Facilities Outside the Castle
 
Tennis courts, golf courses, mountain-bike rentals are all nearby. All services such as chemist, medical doctors, banks, post office, supermarket are located in Greve in Chianti (about 4 km away).