Castello di Ripa D'Orcia (Historical Residences) Castiglione d'Orcia

Castle with a view of the Orcia Valley

Three reasons why you'll love it here

1. A holiday in a castle belonging to the Tuscan nobility
2. The castle's wines and extra virgin olive oil
3. A historic residence with a view of the Orcia valley

If you like the idea of staying in a beautifully restored medieval castle, in the heart of Tuscany's Orcia Valley, you're going to love Castello di Ripa d'Orcia: one of Italy's finest historic residences.

Snippets of history

First recorded mention of the castle dates back to 1218, when it was included in the general census of land and castles.
Originally owned by the influential Salimbeni family, in 1484, the castle, the adjoining village, and a large part of the surrounding land became the property of the Carli branch of the Piccolomini family, whose descendants still own the estate today.

Sleeping in the Castle

Today, there are 6 ensuite double bedrooms and 8 self-catering apartments available for guests in the old houses within the castle walls.
Castello di Ripa d'Orcia's apartments are comprised of large living room with kitchenette, open fireplace, one or two double rooms, private bathroom, and sitting room.
The castle's granary has been converted into an attractive communal lounge, in which to read or socialize.

Tuscan treats

You couldn't possibly stay in Tuscany without tasting the region's delicious food and wine! Dine at Castello di Ripa d'Orcia's restaurant and you can expect to enjoy the finest local cuisine, accompanied by the castle's highly-acclaimed wines.

The castle's cellar provides the perfect venue for tastings of the estate's Orcia Wines and extra virgin olive oil

Time to relax

If, after a morning spent exploring the nearby towns of Montalcino, Pienza, Bagno Vignoni or the magnificent Medieval city of Siena, all you want to do is relax and soak up the Tuscan sun, make your way to the castle's garden complete with solarium and panoramic pool with spectacular view of the Orcia Valley.