Monteverdi Tuscany has unveiled the latest phase of its fifteen-year restoration of the semi-abandoned hilltop hamlet of Castiglioncello del Trinoro. The latest phase has revealed a further six suites, a culinary academy, an expanded spa, a lounge and a terrace bar providing views onto the UNESCO World Heritage site, Val d’Orcia.

The brand’s founder and owner, Michael Cioffi, enlisted Rome-based artist and interior designer Ilaria Miani to work with him on the project. Miani holds experience working on the restoration of old Italian homes and hamlets and was trusted to guide the project with a strict adherence to authenticity and avoidance of clichés. Speaking with locals, she studied their belongings and recruited local artisans to rebuild the village using ancient stone-working techniques. The walls of Monteverdi were subsequently restored using indigenous materials.

The development now comprises a total of 29 distinctive guestrooms, including suites and villas. The design incorporates blues, reds, greens and earth tones inspired by the colours of Val d’Orcia and those used by the Renaissance masters. Bespoke furnishings, accessories and artworks have been combined in a way that ensure each room is unique.

The lounge and terrace bar feature a Fazioli grand piano, wood-burning fireplace and textured chairs and sofas. The property’s spa is surrounded by greenery and features an underground heated pool; sensory shower; cold plunge pool; heated room custom-made for Hammam treatments; relaxation lounge; herbal tea bar; and signature outdoor soaking tubs.

Monteverdi’s new Culinary Academy, directed by Chef Giancarla Bodoni, is located within a stone building that has twelve individual workstations, an indoor chef’s table and an al fresco dining area set amidst herb and vegetable gardens.

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