Set on Mount Amiata in the south of Tuscany, Castello Di Potentino is a working organic farm that produces award-winning wines and olive oil. Its grounds include a private chapel and beautiful garden. The rooms all have different designs, some with wooden beams and others with frescoes on the ceiling. Each one has antique furniture and plenty of old world charm. A sweet breakfast of bread, jams, fruit and yoghurts is served in the breakfast room each morning. Staff can arrange wine tastings and other tours around the castle and in the surrounding area. Castello Di Potentino is 5 minutes' drive from the small town of Seggiano. Parking is free and the Abbey of Sant'Antimo is 20 minutes' drive away. The nearest bus stop is 1 km away for buses to Grosseto, 1 hour away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
3 single beds
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 double bed
Bedroom 6:
3 single beds
Bedroom 7:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 8:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Carlo
    Belgium Belgium
    Breakfast was simple but adequate. Location was beautiful, a deep dive in Tuscan history and culture, all blended with excellent wine! Owners have been providing a warm and friendly welcome
  • Flore
    Romania Romania
    It was a great experience to be able to stay in the castle and the vineyard and the pool were amazing.
  • 3coffeesaday
    Italy Italy
    Amazing location with a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills with the borghi on their top , especially now in the cold season where snow covered the vineyards and the Mount Amiata slopes. A great pleasure and inspiration to meet the owner...

Hosted by Alexander Greene

8.7
8.7
Host review score
Host review score

Alexander Greene
Staying at Potentino is like being invited into a private home. Run by the Greene family as an old-fashioned Residenza d'Epoca, the Castello di Potentino warmly welcomes visitors all year round. The Castle is also a fully functioning farm. We make our own award-winning wines and, olive oil and love to forage for local ingredients in the fields around the castle. We also have our own design line- making ceramics and furniture with top international designers and local craftsmen. We offer a self-service breakfast in the old castle canteen. When we travel, we like to wake up very slowly on our own terms and at Potentino, you can do this too. There is fresh fruit, a selection of cereals, local Tuscan bread and pastries and, if we have any left, some homemade cherry jam.
Charlotte, my sister and I both live at Potentino with our mother Sally and a whole host of dogs and cats. Potentino has taken a long time and a lot of care to restore. My sister hand-painted a lot of the rooms in the castle and makes all the wine with a host of volunteers throughout the year. If you would like to take part in the farming, do ask and we will see if there is anything you can do to help.
We are close to Montalcino, famous for its Brunello wine; the onyx romanesque abbey of Sant Antimo; the Renaissance City jewel of Pienza; and the famous gardens of La Foce created by Iris Origo. The stunning medieval towns of Pitigliano, Sorano and Siena are also nearby. The hot springs and spas of Saturnia, Bagno Vignoni and Bagni San Fillippo are easy day trips. For walking, there are many light treks around the valley. And for the more strenuously minded, there is the magic mountain itself, with its romantic birch woods, the Amiata. We can organise lunches and dinners at the castle with local cooks or arrange tastings and meals at other estates on request.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Castello Di Potentino
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Games room
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Castello Di Potentino takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
Free
3 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa CartaSi Cash Castello Di Potentino accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Castello Di Potentino in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Castello Di Potentino

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Castello Di Potentino may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Castello Di Potentino include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Holiday Home

  • Castello Di Potentino is 0.9 miles from the centre of Seggiano. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Castello Di Potentino is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Castello Di Potentino offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Games room
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming Pool
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Cooking class
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live music/performance