Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is officially a day of remembrance for those who lost their lives while in the U.S. armed services. Unofficially, Memorial Day kicks off the summer season and there’s no better way to take advantage of the long weekend (May 25 – 27, 2013) and warm weather than with a…
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The Greeks called Italy “Enotria” (Land of Wine) and it is in the countless Enoteca (wineries) that you will taste the wonder that is wine in Italy. Castello di Casole produces an estate wine, Dodici, which is available only to Owners and guest of the property. Castello di Casole’s bilingual concierges can organize a tour…
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Timbers Resorts is honored to be included among the nominees with Castello di Casole and The Sebastian – Vail in two esteemed contests – the 2013 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards Survey and the 2013 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. For info and instructions on The 2013 Travel + Leisure Awards Survey, simply…
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Got that feeling that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner? Well, when in Tuscany, just around the corner can mean taking advantage of a wealth of gateways: portals onto an older, more romantic world. Owners and guests at Castello di Casole are right here already, in fact, with glorious Tuscan options all around them….
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As you may have already guessed, Vinci is the birthplace of the original Renaissance man himself, Leonardo da Vinci. It is also an easy and scenic drive just 40 miles through Tuscan countryside from Castello di Casole. (When you’re ready to go, the concierge will gladly give you simple directions due north.) This charming town…
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From spring through fall, Florence is flush with tourists. But to see a different side of this glorious city, come for a visit in December while staying at Castello di Casole. Winter is the one time of year when locals dominate Florence and lines and crowds disappear, so take full advantage. Browse Renaissance art at…
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Taking a trip to Castello di Casole, whether as an Owner or a guest, is not just an escape into the sun-soaked Tuscan hills. It’s a journey into the heart of Italy. Couched in the warmth and hospitality of the team at Timbers Resorts’ luxury residence clubs, at Castello di Casole you can partake of fine…
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Among the two-dozen farmhouses dotting Castello di Casole’s estate, Casale La Fonte set on the northern edge of the property, is perhaps the most classically inspired of them all. The central living spaces are on a broad and expansive main level with a soaring vaulted ceiling and a distinctive arched window that peers out towards…
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Camilla Fay, a contract coordinator at Timbers Resorts, spent ten days at Castello di Casole this June in preparation for the debut of the hotel and welcoming new Owners to the property. During her stay she had the opportunity to experience several special activities from hikes around the pastoral estate to cooking lessons with resident…
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CARBONDALE, CO – (July 2, 2012) – Timbers Resorts today announces the opening of its highly anticipated European property, Hotel Castello di Casole. A former 10th century castle turned 41-suite boutique hotel, Hotel Castello di Casole – A Timbers Resorts Hotel & Residences, is located at the pinnacle of the company’s 4,200-acre private estate ideally…
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