Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany - Siena

With an outdoor heated pool during the high season, superb dining areas and a spa and fitness centre. You can also enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, wine tasting and more in this huge private estate of rolling hills.

Perfect for a romantic break, set amid 4,200 acres, Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel is a beautiful Tuscany offering, just an hour from Florence and half an hour from Siena.

Make your way up the private road to the property, surrounded by hills, villages, olive groves and vineyards. Pamper yourself at Essere Spa, set in the old wine cellar of the former medieval village. Try sunrise yoga on the terrace taking in the views or enjoy a treatment, made using local ingredients. Inspired by the hotel's vineyards, try a red wine bath or hydro-massage with wine extracts.

The suites are decorated with the original stone floors and terracota colours. Some are located in the 10th century tower and have fireplaces and stone walls. Modern amenities such as iPod dock are provided and Oliveto suites have Nespresso machines.

You are spoiled for choice when staying at this property, where the expansive estate provides a game reserve, vineyard and various walking and cycling trails.