Castello di Mugnana

A magnificent castle dating back to 900 A.D., it is a perfect example of well-preserved medieval architecture.Located in a commanding position in the Chianti hills, just 15 km from Florence, it offers easy access to all of Tuscany’s main destinations, reachable within 30 to 60 minutes.The furnishings and décor are in an elegant Tuscan style.The castle is surrounded by spacious gardens, ensuring maximum privacy for guests, and its swimming pool offers stunning panoramic views.The SpaceThe Castle of Mugnana is a place unlike other castles and villas in Tuscany.What sets it apart, above all, is the authenticity of its architecture.What you see today is exactly what it was in the 1200s.Its uniqueness is largely due to a fortunate succession of families who have owned it over time.The most notable is the one closest to its origins — the Bardi di Vernio, one of the great families of Florence’s golden age.Later came the Degli Alessandri, the Crespi, and finally our own.The various renovations followed a logic quite opposite to the usual one.Instead of expanding the built-up areas, over time all non-authentic parts were gradually removed.The original 13th-century portico, which had been covered for a while, was brought back to light, and the 19th-century (and therefore artificial) section that had engulfed the ancient tower was demolished.Today, it is a place admired not only by guests but also by architects, and its authenticity is what truly sets it apart — something we are particularly proud of.The idea of preserving something properly, without giving it the feel of a standardized resort, seems to be gaining more and more appreciation.In general, people appear to be increasingly recognizing this kind of quality.For its restoration — which required an enormous investment of time and energy — we received a special award, which now hangs in one of the castle’s grand halls.