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Relais La Suvera, Pievescola, Italy Vacation and Travel Package

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The origins of La Suvera go back to the High Middle Ages as the Castle of the County of Siena ruled by the legendary Countess Ava Matilde dé Franzesi, a relation of the King of France Clovis, also known as the Queen of Montemaggio. It is therefore likely that the ancient name La Suvera derives from the French "Souveraine", meaning Sovereign. This county reached the peak of its glory under the rule of the powerful Ardengheschi family, Longobards, descendents of Ardengo, Charlemagne's Palatine Count. Later La Suvera passed into the hands of others in episodes of alternate good fortune and ill luck but finishing with the Republic of Siena gifting it to Pope Julius II, who wished to win the Pope's favour. This Renaissance Pope, a highly political and militant ruler, is far better known as Raffaello's patron who commissioned rooms in the Vatican, and Michelangelo's for the Sistine Chapel, and for having commissioned Bramante to build the new Basilica of St. Peter's. He entrusted La Suvera to the genius of Baldassarre Peruzzi, who blended the medieval severity of the medieval fortress with the sumptuous luxury of the Renaissance to create the villa as we know it today. La Suvera passed through inheritance to Pope Julius' nephew Niccolò della Rovere and from there it went to the Chigi family from Siena and later, through marriage, inheritance and acquisition it came into the current owners' hands, the family of the Marquis Ricci, who had in fact owned it before, as a deed of the Notary records of Siena testifies, as long ago as 1123. Marquis Giuseppe Ricci Paracciani and his wife Princess Eleonora Massimo have turned their home into an extraordinary five star country hotel for guests seeking true culture. They have combined the stories of the historical site with stories of their own well known ancestors, relics of whom furnish the suites and rooms which have been created for the utmost pleasure of their guests and in order to satisfy their natural curiosity. The Papal Villa today is the heart of a borgo which has developed over the centuries, with a consecrated church dedicated to Saint Carlo Borromeo in the 1400's with interiors that reflect 18th century tastes. A few later buildings complete the complex which is surrounded by a park with Italian formal gardens dating back to the 18th century.
Relais La Suvera, Accommodations
Rooms & Suites Experience the Renaissance grandeur of the Papal Villa at this exclusive Relais in Tuscany for your romantic vacation, or for a luxury family vacation, stay in the converted Tuscany Farmhouse or the Ancient Stables.
Maria Gabriela di Savoia Suite The most requested room by honeymooners; this is a perfect suite for your romantic getaway, anniversary trip or honeymoon in Tuscany, Italy. Its central character, Maria Gabriela di Savoia, an ancestor of the Marchesa Ricci, fell deeply in love with her husband, despite an arranged wedding. Relax among the 18th century furnishings, family portraits, Saxony porcelain cups and other memories from the royal families of Savoy and Saxony, related to the Marchesa Ricci. Rest under the crown of the four-posted king-sized bed, replete with regal gold curtains, or enjoy the living room under the portrait of Maria Gabriella di Savoia. For your entertainment, the suite features plasma televisions with cable in the living room, bedroom and bathroom. You can also unwind in the magnificent bathroom's double Jacuzzi.
The Fox Suite This historic luxury suite is dedicated to an ancestor of the Marchese Ricci, Rosalia Eustace Ricci, who was shocked by the death of her brother during a fox hunt. In testament to his memory, she cut his hunting suit into little pieces and created an embroidered memory panel. Stay among the 19th-century English furniture, like the 4-meter-high four-posted king-size bed, the many pictures of Rosalia's relatives, as well as the Chinese tapestry of a marriage between a cock and a dragon, symbolizing the bride and groom of two wealthy families. Spacious, light, and airy, the rooms in this suite offer impeccable relaxation and distinction, in additional to a stunning view of the beautiful Tuscan valley and its many vineyards. Relax in the enormous bathroom, which is nearly a living room, with crystal chandeliers, rose fabric curtains, a comfortable armchair and Venetian mirrors. For your entertainment, the suite features plasma televisions with cable in the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
The Pope Suite This suite is dedicated to Pope Julius II, the previous owner of this exclusive Relais in Tuscany. All elements of this special suite point to the fact that this is a real historic hotel. The Renaissance furniture is arranged in a light atmosphere fit for a pope, who, 500 years ago would have never had time enough to ascend the suite?s gigantic staircase. Rest in a four-posted king-size Renaissance bed made of carved wood, or peer at the paintings of Julius II, the Warrior Pope. Enjoy stunning views from the cozy, belvedere living room with a mansard-style ceiling, which has five windows overlooking the Tuscan countryside. While you use the bathroom, enjoy the company of two parrots. For your entertainment, the suite features plasma televisions in the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
Emilio Farina Suite If you are an art lover, this suite is for you. You will find an elegant collection of contemporary art and antiques. The walls were painted by Emilio Farina, who represents the four elements with floating mythical figures. The living room has been furnished with Regency furniture, which typifies this luxury Tuscany hotel. Experience the freshness of this suite, which features a large skylight in the living room and has a luminous white bedroom with a four-posted king-size bed. For your entertainment, the suite features plasma televisions in the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
Marie Antoinette Suite Et voilà l'histoire de France! This suite offers romantic grandeur at its finest. Rest in a golden and pink baroque-style room, featuring two 18th-century canopy beds delivered from a royal palace. Other antiques include two large vases from the Mirror Gallery in Versailles, with two amazing console tables. Maria Antoinette led a sumptuous life of leisure, but met with peril; fortunately, in our suite dedicated to her memory, you can revel in the former and skip the latter. A lavish highlight of our romantic hotel, this suite contains French "singeries" on the wall's tapestry, reminiscent of the French court in the 18th century. And the bathroom, originally an ancient dungeon, recalls the prisoners of the castle. The suite has a sitting room, and for your entertainment, a plasma televisions with cable in the bedroom.
Maria Carolina Suite This suite at this luxury hotel in Tuscany is dedicated to Maria Carolina di Borbone, daughter of the former King of Naples. An ancestor of the Marchesa Ricci, she chose to be a Sicilian Lucchesi Palli Princess rather than the queen of France. You can see her magnificent court dresses in blue stitched velvet that she wore bowing before the King of France, the extraordinary Sicilian gilded 19th century canopy bed, and a large portrait of the first King of Naples, Charles III. Between the pink curtains and red fabric tapestries, you can climb into the bathroom and enjoy the view of our gardens. For your entertainment the suite features plasma televisions in the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
Duca di Genova Suite
The Duca di Genova suite exemplifies the luxury and history of this Relias hotel in Tuscany. This suite is dedicated to Ferdinando di Savoia, great-grandfather of the Marchesa Ricci, commanding officer of the Piedmontese army of King Carlo Alberto. Sleep in his battlefield canopy bed, beneath blue and red fabric and a regal crown. The drums surrounding the bed, once used to sound the call of battle, now make a fine set of bedside tables. Queens, kings and princesses of decked out in regalia adorn the walls. A French door overlooks the beautiful grounds with the formal Italian garden. Furnishings come from the families of Savoy and Bavaria and are mostly 18th-century, royal with a touch of the dramatic. For your entertainment the suite features plasma televisions in the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
Cesarino's Tower Room Who is Cesarino? Nobody knows. But in this suite of the Relias hotel in Italy, he is the mysterious man atop a white horse who gazes down from the painting above your bed. Relax among the mixture of Swedish, Charles X and English light-coloured 19th century wood furniture. The beams and brickwork in the roof are the original trussing of the tower, which was built in the Middle Ages.
The Russian Room In the Russian Room, you may witness the love story between Count Miniato Ricci, ancestor of the Marchese Ricci, and Princess Zenaide Volkonsky unfold in a scene reminiscent of Pushkin's theatrical work. Feel the warmth of the 18th century Russian furniture and the mansard-style roof in this luxury hotel in Italy, making for a very cozy room with light-beige tapestries and damask curtains.
The Napoleon Room This Historic hotel offers you a room to experience the glory of Napoleon in the bedroom and the battle of Waterloo in the bathroom. Upon entering the room, you step into an imperial green tent embellished with Napoleonic furniture and two original chairs used at Napoleon's wedding in Notre Dame. A large painting covering the walls represents the Egypt campaign, while the General Staff of the Prussian army, victors of the Battle of Waterloo, adorn the bathroom.
Room of the Paladin The Room of the Paladin is located at the first floor of the ancient medieval tower. In the High Middle Ages, Carlo Magno built a road for the pilgrims connecting France to Rome and passing through the woods of the Relais in Italy. So perhaps he stopped here to have a look at La Suvera. Dudone, one of his Paladins, looks over you from an imposing "succo d'erba" tapestry of the 17th century, while you sleep in a four-posted bed. The furniture is French 17th century, and the walls are an antique pink.
The Elena Room Elena, daughter of the owners of this Relais Tuscany, played in this room. Experience a light, childlike atmosphere with flowery tapestries, pictures of animals, late 19th century light-colored wood furniture, as well as a four-posted king-size bed from which you can enjoy one of the most breathtaking views of the valley, especially at sunset. Superior Room - Ancient Stables Enjoy your stay at Relais La Suvera in one of the relaxing rooms or suites in the Tuscany farmhouse or the ancient stables. Relax in your private garden or have breakfast on a terrace overlooking the gorgeous Tuscan valley. Most of the rooms and suites have light, natural colors, decorated with unique antique furnishings along with all the modern conveniences of a 5 star luxury hotel. Several rooms and suites are perfect for a luxury family vacation, with two bedrooms and bathrooms. Each bathroom of the rooms and suites of the farmhouse and ancient stables has a bathtub and twin basins.
Double Room - Ancient Stables Enjoy your stay at Relais La Suvera in one of the relaxing rooms or suites in the Tuscany farmhouse or the ancient stables. Relax in your private garden or have breakfast on a terrace overlooking the gorgeous Tuscan valley. Most of the rooms and suites have light, natural colors, decorated with unique antique furnishings along with all the modern conveniences of a 5 star luxury hotel. Several rooms and suites are perfect for a luxury family vacation, with two bedrooms and bathrooms. Each bathroom of the rooms and suites of the farmhouse and ancient stables has a bathtub and twin basins.
Relais La Suvera Facilities
The Oliviera Restaurant Exquisite Tuscan & Italian cuisine await you in an elegant medieval environment Dine at the Oliviera Restaurant and enjoy exquisite dishes typical of Tuscan and Italian cuisine, all prepared with great attention to detail, the finest ingredients and a memorable array of flavors. Try our home made Agnolotti pasta stuffed with sirloin of Cinta Sienese pork, or our Ravioli of Castelmagno cheese braised in sage, or the world famous Chianina beef in a variety of preparations. Inside, you can dine in the cozy atmosphere of the 18th century olive oil mill, surrounded by ancient oil producing machines, linen hangings, table cloths, candles, Egyptian style wall paintings, baroque chandeliers and a fireplace. In the summer, you can dine in the restaurant terrace facing the Papal Villa, surrounded by olive trees and aromatic Mediterranean herbs.
The Bar Dei Limoni Enjoy a drink in a cozy, casual atmosphere of the Bar Dei Limoni at this Relais hotel in Tuscany, where you’ll find an eclectic mixture of furnishings more intriguing than any typical bar. Sip a martini on an elephant-shaped chair, amongst a portrait of George Washington and an Arabian terracotta man. Francesco, our barman, can show you his culinary skills while he prepares you a flambé beef fillet or other dishes typical of Tuscan cuisine. Bar dining can be accompanied by a fine wine from our great selection. The Bar Dei Limoni is the perfect setting for a cocktail on your wedding day or an evocative starter for a pre-dinner drink. In the summer, you can sit in the lemon garden and enjoy happy hour from 6:30pm to 8:00pm with a delicious buffet of Italian style aperitivo.
The Swimming Pool
Relax & revitalize yourself in a historic oasisAs a guest of Relais La Suvera, you can swim in the crystal blue waters of the pool alongside the medieval Papal Villa of this historic hotel, or unwind in the corner equipped with a hydro-massage.An on-duty lifeguard and attendants with complementary towels and chairs are always available at your service.Whether working your tan or enjoying a novel, you can order drinks and healthy fruit shakes poolside.Our waters are kept at a constant temperature between 28°C to 30°C for your comfort and we use a special purification system to keep the waters crystal clear.
Spa Spoil yourself in the Medieval surroundings of the Spa Experience our state-of-the-art Tuscan spa, located in the medieval part of the villa.Relax in the hydro-massage bath made from a medieval cistern of Italy. The water is treated for perfect hygiene and heated to 38°C (100°F).We offer an array of massage treatments, including fire massage, sea salt massage-scrub, foot massage and more.The Center is completed by a steam bath, a fitness area with tapis roulants and cross trainers, and a relaxation area where you can enjoy an array of organic herbal teas.
Estate Wines Taste from our selection of boutique wines grown organically on the Relais La Suvera estate The estate wines are produced from a selection of grapes organically grown on the Relais La Suvera estate. The Ricci Family, originally from Montepulciano, has a century-long tradition of wine production.
Our Wines Giulio II is a Tuscany wine from vines specially cloned from Sangiovese, with Cabernet, and a second vintage partially from Merlot and Malvasia Nera, which is aged from 15 to 18 months, resulting in a rich bouquet of aromas and flavors. One would expect no less from its namesake, the great Pope Giulio II, known for his overbearing, unpredictable character, but capable of extraordinary sensitivity in his relationship with the arts.L'Antico Bianco comes from the Trebbiano grape and Chardonnay, and whose peculiarities allow it to undergo an extraordinary evolution of organic characteristics as it ages, which results in a distinctively fruity allure.If you are interested in Tuscany wine tasting, you can try from our estate wines and other excellent cellars from the region, as selected by our sommelier and accompanied by exquisite Italian cheeses.Our estate wines are available at the Oliviera Restaurant and the Bar Dei Limoni. You can also purchase the estate wines from our boutique store. Our staff can organize the shipping.
Boutique Store Visit the boutique at Relais La Suvera and take home a piece of Tuscany for yourself or someone special.Choose from our selection of estate wines, our homemade Limoncello, or our range of distinctive products from the Chianti area including olive oils, honeys and jams.We also have books about this exclusive Relais in Tuscany, as well as a fine selection of linens, ceramics, beauty products and more.
Relais La Suvera Leisure & Activities
At Relais La Suvera, you will find an array of exciting activities within or close to the property to keep you or your loved ones active.
Mountain Biking If you feel like discovering the wonderful countryside the sporty way, ask our concierge and he will provide you with one of our mountain bikes and a detailed map.
Tennis Our tennis court is available for your use, free of charge. Just make a reservation at our reception, and we will provide tennis rackets and balls.
Horseback Riding Have a ride through the fabulous Chianti hills, through unspoilt nature. (20 min. by car from Relais La Suvera)
Shopping If you are looking for typical local products:
Crystal – Royal Crystal Rock, Laica in Colle Val d’Elsa (only 15 minutes by car) Terracotta – Terrecotte Tesi in Gracciano, Colle Val d’Elsa (only 10 minutes by car) Alabaster – Volterra (only 30 minutes by car) If you are looking for top end Italian Fashion:
The Mall - Designer Outlets of major brands such as Gucci, Loro Piana, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Sergio Rossi, and more. (60 minutes by car) Prada outlet (60 minutes by car) Antiques Markets Some local markets that you could find some treasures:
Arezzo: 1st week end of the month (Saturday and Sunday) Greve in Chianti: Easter Monday Tuscany Wine Tours & Wine Tasting We can also organize a Tuscany wine tour for you of the famous wine cellars of the Chianti and Montalcino area including Fattoria Castello di Volpaia, Castello di Fonterutoli, Tenuta di Coltibuono, Tenuta Biondi Santi, and Castello Banfi, among others.
Wedding & Events
Whether for your wedding day or special event, let our romantic hotel take care of all the details to make every moment unforgettable. For your wedding day, exchange vows in the 16th century church of Saint Carlo Borromeo on the La Suvera estate, with its sparkling white interiors, or should you prefer a more natural setting, in our garden. Capture your memorable Tuscany wedding day with photos taken in our spectacular grounds and gardens. Sip cocktails among the lemon trees. Enjoy your reception in the Papal Villa for up to 70 people. Our experienced wedding planner, Simona Coltellini, can organize anything you may need for your wedding ceremony and reception: flowers, dresses, make-up, hairdresser, music, catering, fireworks, confetti, small presents for your guests, photography, and more. We can also help you with all the documents you need.
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