Step inside the past without straying too far from the present. Presiding over 250 acres of rolling Tuscany hills, the historic 10th century Sonesta Castello di Santa Maria Novella Tuscany offers an exquisite retreat. The castle’s 20 elegant double rooms and suites with private baths, are available for corporate and social groups of 20–40 people. There is meeting room space for up to 22 people with breakout rooms, and a former wine cellar accommodates 44 people for dinner. Office and meeting materials are available. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and terrace, as well as Tuscan cuisine and wines. There is also nearby golf, tennis, fishing and horseback riding, and special events can be arranged. The Castello is surrounded by its own vineyards in the heart of the Chianti region. The property grounds are a mix of vineyards, olive groves, fruit tree orchards, meadows and woods. Atop the rolling hillsides are panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside.