Val d'Orcia, ItalyCastelnuovo dell'Abate
Mastrojanni Relais - Small Luxury Hotels of The World
Contemporary vineyard farmhouse
Castelnuovo dell'Abate Val d'Orcia, Italy
Opened
2019
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
Contemporary vineyard farmhouse
The estate functions as a working Brunello winery, with bold contemporary art set against historic stone farmhouses.
What it’s good at
Notable
Artist Vittorio Corsini layered bold contemporary palettes across the estate's vaulted medieval masonry.
Notable
Restored medieval stone watchtowers that once guarded the historic Via Francigena pilgrimage route.
Notable
Tastings of estate Brunello di Montalcino paired with produce from seventy organic garden crops.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Inside the relais itself you’ll find rooms and suites that preserve the original farmhouse architecture and update it with contemporary colors, modern furniture, and minimalist murals by the artist Vittorio Corsini.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Castelnuovo dell'Abate sits just uphill, and vineyards slope down across the valley toward Mount Amiata.
The rooms
Exposed stone vaults and terracotta frames anchor quiet bedrooms looking out over the surrounding vineyards and olive groves.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool looks across the Orcia valley toward Mount Amiata, bordered by manicured lawn and stone coping.
The spa
Under exposed timber beams, an indoor hydromassage pool looks toward the vineyards. A sauna and Turkish bath sit nearby.
The gym and yoga lawn
Cardio machines and weights fill the fitness room, and private yoga sessions take place outdoors above the vines.
Restaurant
Mastrojanni Ristorante
Terrace tables look across the valley, serving Tuscan dishes prepared with produce from the estate's organic kitchen garden.
At the table
The historic winery sits steps from the relais, pouring estate Brunello di Montalcino during guided tastings.
How it began
The two stone farmsteads originated as medieval watchtowers, built to guard pilgrims travelling along the historic Via Francigena.
Val d'Orcia
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.