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  • 2 Nights At Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Relais & Chateaux, Tuscany

    Highest Bid:

    £459.00 GBP By co****1
    BidderBidDate
    co****1£459.00
    JG*************T£458.00
    ka********l£451.00
    uk*****4£450.00
    ka********l£410.00
    uk*****4£400.00
    pz****b£351.00
    uk*****4£350.00
    pz****b£301.00
    uk*****4£300.00
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    Details

    Enjoy a 2-night stay for 2 guests in a Double Deluxe Riserva Room at At Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Relais & Chateaux in Montalcino, nearby Siena in Tuscany. Stay includes one wine pairing tasting dinner at our fine dining Sala dei Grappoli restaurant, once during the stay; one Tuscan wine pairing lunch at our La Taverna restaurant, once during the stay; and Castello Banfi vineyards and winery tour followed by a wine tasting. Stay also includes daily full buffet breakfast; welcome drink upon arrival; exclusive selection of three half bottles of Castello Banfi wines; use of mountain bikes and e-bikes; mini-bar soft drinks and snacks, Nespresso coffee machine, pay-per-view TV, wifi, car park, and 15% discount on all the wine purchases at our Enoteca – Wine Shop. Stay is valued at approximately €2,590 EUR / £2,355 GBP / $3,040 USD*. Please note the winner will be required to separately pay the City Tax of €5 EUR (approx. £4.55 GBP / $5.87 USD) per person, per day as well as for all additional purchases including further meals, drinks, spa treatments, excursions, etc.

    Auction stay dates: to be booked in advance and taken between 25 March to 14 November 2021, excluding stays between 20 June to 31 July and between 01 September to 10 October, subject to availability.

    Discover a refined and exclusive hotel in one of the most beautiful places in the world, Tuscany. Castello Banfi il Borgo boasts a luxury hotel, two sophisticated restaurants, the Enoteca wine bar, the Balsameria, and the Glass Museum. This multi-experience hotel makes a wonderful venue for special occasions, weddings, and magical holidays.

    Set in an exclusive location, immersed in the Tuscan countryside, Castello Banfi – Il Borgo is a historic, evocative and beautifully preserved gem. On the exterior, the historic Tuscan architectural style has remained unchanged over the centuries, whilst inside renovations have enriched the interior with all the modern comforts of a luxury hotel. Every detail has been carefully considered to ensure the well-being of guests and the satisfaction of their every desire.

    The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool overlooking the Sangiovese vineyards which produce their prestigious cru Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino. The hotel also features the tranquil Reading Room which faces the inner courtyard and is elegantly furnished, perfect for guests to indulge in reading, relaxing, and tasting the prestige wine of Castello Banfi. There is also a miniature gym and outdoor spaces, ideal for yoga in the fresh Tuscan air. La Fontana & The Rose Gardens offer a calming space from which guests can admire the incredible panorama of rolling hills and the river below.  

    In terms of dining, the elegant and refined Sala dei Grappoli Restaurant lies in the shadow of the historical Castello Banfi, while La Taverna Restaurant offers classical Tuscan dining in the shade of the medieval castle of Poggio alle Mura. The Enoteca wine bar recreates the atmosphere of a true Tuscan wine shop where guests can taste still and sparkling wines, grappa, and extra virgin olive oil, and Condimento Balsamico Etrusco – simply sublime!

    In terms of accommodation, each of the ample rooms and suites is distinctly designed and original, embellished and decorated by hand, with premium fabrics and exclusive accessories which underline the inherent elegance of Il Borgo. The winner and their guest will be staying in a 40 sqm. Double Deluxe Riserva Room which offers supreme refinement and Tuscan elegance alongside extraordinary views of Castello Banfi’s Borgo or the resplendent Tuscan countryside. The spacious room features a bedroom with an ample king-size bed, a Tuscan style armoire with drawers, and a spacious bathroom with a rainfall shower, a heated towel rack, and double vanity.

    Terms and Conditions

    Luxury Travel Diary terms and conditions apply. *This auction item is valued at approximately €2,590 EUR by Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Relais & Chateaux, Montalcino, near Siena in Tuscany, Italy – please note this valuation is the list price provided to Luxury Travel Diary by the Auction Prize Provider and should be used as a guide only as cheaper discounted rates may be available. No cash alternative is available. Stay is non-refundable. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or discount. This auction item excludes flights and transport – you will need to arrange and pay for your own flights / transportation to and from your home to Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Relais & Chateaux, Montalcino, near Siena in Tuscany, Italy to coincide with your booking. Your stay is subject to availability, must be booked in advance and taken between 25 March to 14 November 2021, excluding stays between 20 June to 31 July and between 01 September to 10 October. Once the stay will be reserved, it can be canceled within 14 days prior to arrival, in order to be able to re-use the voucher; in case of late cancellation later than 14 days prior to arrival, the voucher can not be re-used for a future reservation. The voucher expires on 14 November 2021. Please note the winner will be required to separately pay the City Tax of €5 EUR (approx. £4.55 GBP / $5.87 USD) per person, per day as well as for all additional purchases including further meals, drinks, spa treatments, excursions etc. Please note any associated taxes / resort fees / entrance fees etc. and all additional purchases will be collected from the winner by the relevant property at the time of booking your stay or on departure and will not be deducted from the amount bid for the item. Winners must pay for their auction item in full via PayPal within 48 hours of the auction end. The full Terms of our auctions can be found here. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Luxury Travel Diary will not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the winners’ use or enjoyment of the prize; and the winner acknowledges that Luxury Travel Diary accepts no responsibility whether directly or indirectly for any claims whatsoever arising in respect of the prizes provided by third-party providers or sponsors.