Castello di Montalto - La Scuola

The castle of Montalto in Tuscany is a medieval hamlet with over 1000 years of history, surrounded by woods and farmland in the lovely and unspoiled Chianti hills near Siena.
Ten carefully restored villas and apartments, including a wing of the inner castle, are offered directly by the owner as self-catering accommodation sharing the swimming pool.
With its private chapel and banquet room, the castle is a spectacular venue for weddings and events.
Montalto in Toscana - La Scuola was the old schoolhouse of the village; all children, regardless of age, studied together in these two rooms. It is just outside the castle gate.

The living room has a sofa, a dining table for two and a fully equipped kitchen, with full size stove and refrigerator. There is no heating, but the corner fireplace provides ample midseason heat and ambiance when needed.

The bedroom has a queen-size bed (separable into twin singles); there is a bathroom with shower and a walk-in closet. The cottage has beamed ceilings throughout.

At the rear of La Scuola is a secluded terrace with table and chairs for two, nestled in the trees, that provides a quiet area for dining or relaxing and direct access to the woods.