COMO Castello del Nero Review — Chianti, Tuscany, Italy

The third seat in my featured Tuscany trio goes to COMO Castello del Nero: a 12th-century converted castle in Chianti, well-positioned for day trips to Florence and Siena. Position is the operative word — this is the estate for travelers who want the countryside and the cities.

The castle sits in the heart of Chianti, almost equidistant from Florence and Siena, which makes it the rare estate stay that doesn't force a choice between landscape and sightseeing. Frescoed original rooms meet COMO's clean contemporary hand, and the brand's signature Shambhala wellness philosophy runs through the spa and the kitchen.

Within my trio, the logic is simple: Castiglion del Bosco to settle into an estate, Casole for the traditional castle, Castello del Nero to use Tuscany as your daily playground and come home to a castle each night.

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At A Glance

RegionChianti, between Florence and Siena, Italy StyleConverted castle retreat (COMO) Perfect ForWellness travelers, first-time Tuscany visitors, day-trippers My RankingFeatured on my Italy collection →

What Stood Out

The Details That Made The List

The positioning. Chianti's center, with Florence and Siena each an easy day trip — the best-connected estate on my Tuscany list.

A 12th-century original. Frescoes and chapel intact, converted with COMO's restraint rather than gutted.

COMO Shambhala wellness. The brand's signature spa and healthy kitchen — the wellness-forward option among my Tuscany picks.

Know Before You Book

The Fine Print, From Your Advisor

It's the day-tripper's estate. If you plan to leave the property most days, this is the pick — if you plan never to leave it, look at Castiglion del Bosco.

Chianti versus Val d'Orcia. Chianti is vineyards and proximity; the Val d'Orcia is the wide-open postcard. Tell me which Tuscany you're picturing.

Wellness travelers, weight this one. The Shambhala programming is a genuine differentiator among Tuscan estates.

A 12th-century castle that puts Florence and Siena both within reach — the smartest base on my Tuscany list.

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Rates through me are identical to booking direct — the perks are not. As a Fora advisor, my clients receive a space-available upgrade, daily breakfast, and a hotel credit — plus my direct line to the team on property before and during your stay.

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Castello del Nero earned its place on my list. Let me match you to the right room, time it to the right season, and build the rest of the trip around it.

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