Karen Brown's Italy B&B - Fattoria Casa Sola, Barberino, Italy
Karen Brown's video narration for one of her recommended Bed & Breakfasts in Italy - The Fattoria Casa Sola in Barberino Val d'Elsa, Italy.
Casa Sola is an ancient villa high on a hilltop amongst the vineyards. A lovely and seculded Italian B&B.
Barberino Val D'Elsa - Piccola Grande Italia
Comune toscano, in provincia di Firenze, con poco meno di quattromilatrecento abitanti. Barberino Val d'Elsa è gemellata con Schliersee (Baviera, Germania), dal 1986.
Chianti Classico dalle uve bianche alle Riserve di respiro internazionale, Fattoria Casa Sola
A verona, ripercorriamo le tendenze nel Chianti Classico e come si è evoluto nel corso degli anni lo stile, e comunque a noi le uve bianche nel Chianti piaccione sempre e comunque!
Poi siamo anche di quelli che un pò di cabernet e merlot nella riserva, specie se deve essere venduta in tutto il mondo, non sono il male della terra, anzi...
Villa Barberino
Villa Barberino
La Villa con l'annesso borgo dopo decenni di abbandono, a partire dal 1988 sono stati oggetto di un lungo restauro che li ha riportati a riacquisire la bellezza ed il fascino perduti dopo la fine della seconda metà dell'ottocento. Oggi il resort dispone di ristorante, piscina, solarium, campo da tennis, giardini all'italiana, bosco, sala meeting, camere ed appartamenti finemente ristrutturati con mobili d'epoca, oggetti di antiquariato e dotate di qualsiasi comfort per un soggiorno indimenticabile.
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Bed & Breakfast Casa Bolsinina Monteroni d'Arbia, Tuscany Italy
19 Giugno, arte a Villa Barberino
Cinque artisti contemporanei e le loro opere disposte in angoli diversi e profondi di una villa settecentesca e del suo parco, il senso del mito di fondo che ritorna come in un percorso invisibile ma preciso, un giardino all'italiana e la luce, che gioca con il tempo a due passi dal solstizio d'estate. Domenica 19 giugno a partire dalle 17 nei giardini di Villa Barberino a Meleto Valdarno (Comune di Cavriglia), sarà allestita la mostra-evento Giardino d'Arte -- esperienze contemporanee di trasformazione ambientale, a cura di Francesco Gavilli con il patrocinio del Comune di Cavriglia. Wolfgang Kliege, Rendel Simonti, Gianluca Maver, Sergio Traquandi e Giorgio Verniani; sono questi gli artisti che il 19 giugno prossimo metteranno a disposizione appositamente per questo evento cinque loro opere che diverranno una nel segno di un percorso artistico che fonde insieme arte e natura.
Karen Brown's Castello di Ripa d'Orcia, Castiglione d'Orcia, Italian B&B
Karen Brown's video for Castello di Ripa d'Orcia - a charming B&B outside Siena in Italy.
The Castello di Ripa makes a perfect base for touring this undiscovered area of Tuscany south of Siena. This is a delightful region with the charming hilltowns of Montepulciano, Pienza, and Montalcino nearby.
Appartamento in Affitto a Certaldo (FI)
L'agenzia immobiliare CapitalHouse di Certaldo propone in affitto, di minimo tre giorni, appartamento con vista panoramica sul borgo di Certaldo Alto, composto da ingresso indipendente in cucina/soggiorno, due camere matrimoniali, bagno e ripostiglio. Completano la proprietà posto auto e giardino privato. Compreso nel prezzo arredamento e aria condizionata. Di recente ristrutturazione, in buono stato e molto luminoso.
DA NON PERDERE!
Possibilità di affitto di una sola camera con sconto sul prezzo.
Si valuta anche affitto superiore a tre mesi ad 500,00 mensili.
Antica Pieve B&B - Chianti -Tuscany
The Antica Pieve Bed and Breakfast is a typical Tuscan Villa, located in Tuscany on the hills of Chianti at half way between Florence and Siena on the famous Cassia ancient roman road in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (Florence), in one of the most beautiful Chianti areas.
The Antica Pieve B&B is a strategic location from which it is possible to visit the most important historical towns of Tuscany: Florence, Siena, Badia a Passignano, Greve in Chianti, San Gimignano, Volterra, Castellina in Chianti, Certaldo, Radda in Chianti, Barberino Val d'Elsa.
JAMESSUCKLING.COM - Chianti Classico Diaries - Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Poggibonsi
Of all the comunes of Chianti Classico, the two we'll meet in episode eight are without a doubt the least known of all: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Poggibonsi. Given their relative obscurity, we thought it a good idea to group them together. Most of the land in these two comunes isn't actually Chianti Classico at all, extending instead into the realms of just Chianti. Both also give home to the largest and most urbanised towns of the region.
Nevertheless, there are one or two excellent producers who fight against the odds. One is Johannes Davaz, a Swiss whose relatives still makes pinot near Lichtenstein. Today he owns his own small but first-class property in Tavarnelle Val di Chianti Classico called Poggio Al Sole. He explains how it can be difficult making wine in an unknown area, especially since he feels his wines belong more to the much better-known comune of Greve.
For him, stressing the comune to the consumer is obviously not something he sets his hopes on. Instead, he hopes to differentiate himself more by bottling a selection of his wine in fiasco. Long associated with Chianti Classico by wine consumers, but today better known as a bottle for cheap, fruity and basic Chiantis, the fiasco is in fact the traditional bottle shape of the region. Johannes feels that bit by bit, the bad perception of Chianti Classico made in fiasco is waning, and that there could even be a profitable market for the old relic.
In the comune of Poggibonsi, there are only two serious wine producers. Cinciano is one of them, but as commercial director Angelo Dalbello explains, the comune has always been important for other reasons – back in medieval times it was an important stop on the ancient Via Francigena, one of the great ways of the ancient world.
Similarly to Tavarnelle, it's especially frustrating situation for Cinciano because their winery actually sits on a hill above the large town, where, as Angelo asserts, ventilation, exposure and soils are all top quality. Angelo is looking to promote his brand first and foremost. He makes a good point that when it comes to quality, ultimately it's up to the producer to prove his worth.
Karen Brown's Casa Branca B&B, Gubbio, Umbria, Italy
Karen Brown's video narration for the lovely Casa Branca, Gubbio, Italy. Casa Branca is a charming B&B in Umbria, Italy. A B&B that offers great value in Umbria. There are 6 guestrooms with private baths and a separate cottage with 2 bedrooms. Casa Branca is a lovely stone house surrounded by woods and a babbling brook. There is also a lovely pool with views of the countryside. Plan on staying for the exceptional 4 course dinner made with ingredients from the garden!
Castello di Meleto
Das mächtige Castello di Meleto thront inmitten weiter Weinberge hoch oben auf einem Hügel. Eine reizvolle Zypressenallee führt hinauf zum Schloss Castello di Meleto, das im Mittelalter oftmals im Zentrum erbitterter Städtekriege stand.
Massive Befestigungsanlagen und zwei wuchtige Zylindertürme zeugen von der bewegten Vergangenheit.
Das Weingut Castello di Meleto
Heute ist das Castello di Meleto mit seinem schönen Renaissanceinnenhof auch als Weingut bekannt.
Das Castello di Meleto in den Hügeln des Chianti Classico, nahe des Ortes Gaiole in Chianti, gehörte einst zum Eigentum der Benediktinermönche der Badia a Coltibuono. Im 13. Jahrhundert wurde es der Adelsfamilie Ricasoli zugeschlagen, die weitreichende Umbauten vornahmen.
Der imposante wehrhafte Ausbau des Anwesens im 15. Jahrhundert gehörte dazu.
Erst im 18. Jahrhundert wurde das Innere zu einer herrschaftlichen Villa mit einem hübschen kleinen Theater umgestaltet.
Karen Brown's Locanda Rosati, Orvieto, Italy B&B
Karen Brown's video narration for the charming Locanda Rosati in Orvieto. The Locanda Rosati is a lovely Italian B&B on the border of Umbria and Lazio, close to Tuscany. This family farm has been splendidly transformed into a deluxe B&B where guests are treated with extra special care. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. There are two cozy living rooms downstairs and a stone dining room. Most of the guest rooms face the back where lush gardens lead to an inviting swimming pool.
Karen Brown's Musella B&B and Winery, San Martino Buon Albergo, Italy
Musella B&B & Winery in San Martino Buon Albergo
The Pasqua family loves wine and Signor Emilio started his own wine business at Musella. his goal was to create the best red wines, and he has succeeded. His wife opened a guest house on the property. They also make wonderful olive oils.
This wonderful B&B is just east of Verona and consists of a series of 500-year-old farmhouses that have been transformed into guest houses and wine cellars, and a veranda breakfast room.The cozy and air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated with country furnishings in wood and coordinated fabrics.
Past the little swimming pool to the back, guests can hike up the road to the wooded hills and manicured vineyards.
The Musella farm offers warm hospitality and the guestroom are charming.
It's a convenient base from which to tour the Veneto region or stay around the farm and enjoy cooking classes and wine tasting lessons
Karen Brown's Palazetta del Vescovo, Fratta Todina, Italy B&B
Karen Brown's video narration for the lovely Palazetta del Vescovo in the town of Fratta Todina. Palazetta del Vescovo is a lovely Italian B&B in Umbria halfway between Milan and Rome on the hills near Todi. This lovely Italian B&B offers 360 degree panoramic views of the Umbrian countryside. The guestrooms are charming. On warm days, guests can enjoy breakfast outside next to the infinity pool with views over Umbria. Palazetta del Vescovo is a charming B&B in Umbria.
Palezeta del Vescovo. Pallezeta del Vescouvo, Palezetta del Vescuvo. Todi B& B.
Karen Brown's Castello di Monterado, Monterado, Italy B&B
The Castello di Monterado in the town of Monterado, Italy B&B
Starting out as an ancient monastery, the Castello di Monterado passed on to the Duchy of Urbino and later to the powerful Della Rovere family.
Today the monumental fortress belongs to the Rodano family who have painstakingly brought it back to its original splendor.
Orlando and Kira are young and attentive hosts.
Four magnificently spacious suites (Atena, Afrodite, Amorini and the Bridal suite) are available with original antiques, chandeliers, period paintings, and restored whimsical frescoes on high ceilings.
The Bridal Suite is the largest and the most special. It was commissioned by Napoleon's nephew for his wedding night with the daughter of Russia's Czar Alexander.
Its private terrace overlooks soft hillsides and it has a refurbished but original (early 1900s) bathroom.
Other suites have contrasting new designer bathrooms.
A series of common rooms wraps around the courtyard; formal sitting rooms, library with century-old books, music room and terrace, and frescoed dining room where breakfast is served.
The simply-appointed apartments, within a building across the street, can accommodate from four to six people.
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Karen Brown's Costantinopoli 104, Naples, Italy.
Welcome to Karen Brown's World of Travel
We would like to share with you one of our recommended hotels in Italy
The COSTANTINOPOLI 104 in Naples
The Costantinopoli 104 is a gem—a charming small, boutique hotel in the historic heart of Naples.
From the hotel, you can explore most of the city on foot, including (four blocks away) the breathtaking Museo Archeologico Nazionale.
What a pleasure to come home after a day of sightseeing to a secluded hideaway, and be warmly welcomed like a friend.
When your hosts (the gracious Santoro family) purchased the villa, it was originally going to be their home; but luckily for you and me, they decided to convert it into a small hotel.
The villa is approached through huge doors that face onto the Via Santa Maria di Costantinopoli.
You ring a bell for entry, and find yourself in a large, rather drab courtyard. But don't be discouraged; continue straight ahead, then turn left, and you come to a small gate. Once again, ring the bell.
When the gate opens, you unexpectedly discover a beautiful, secret garden with manicured beds of flowers and a pretty swimming pool.
At one end of the property is a handsome 19th-century villa, enhanced by a Liberty stained-glass window.
Within, the ambiance is one of a private home, delightfully lacking the commercialism of a large hotel.
The décor is fresh and pretty with refined taste shown throughout. Every detail displays quality and loving care.
The standard bedrooms are moderate in size. If you want more space, request a junior suite such as 104.
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Karen Brown's France B&B, Maison Trille, Bosdarros, France
Karen Brown's video narration of her recommended B&B in France the lovely Maison Trille, Bosdarros, France.
Maison Trille is a charming France B&B.
Karen Brown's Pension Heim, Seeg, Bavaria, Germany
The friendly Heim family has been receiving guests into their home for 50 years and Bettina Willer-Heim continues in the family tradition of offering guests a warm welcome. Many of the guests who came as children now return with their children and grandchildren. It is easy to see why the Pension Heim is such a success: the entire family is warm and genuine and the house spotless and homey. Cheerful houseplants brighten all the rooms and hallways and a rustic feeling pervades the breakfast room. Upstairs, the very comfortable bedrooms are fitted out in light oak, with each room accompanied by a snug shower room. Ask for a room with a balcony and view to the distant towering mountains—you may even catch a glimpse of the famous Zugspitze on a clear day. For those who want extra space there are two commodious suites with large living room and separate bedroom. A delicious breakfast sets you up for a day of exploring the area. It's an ideal base for visiting Ludwig's famous castles Linderhof and Neuschwanstein. The rolling hills and pastures of this region make it perfect for relaxed hiking in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter.
Villa Barberino 2011
Nice atmosphere in Italy.