Castello di Casole

For many, no dream is more enticing than to own your own home in Italy. In the rolling Tuscan hills not far from the mythical cities of Florence, Siena and San Gimignano lies one of the largest private landholdings in all of Italy. This 4,200-acre historic estate is an unmatched private resort featuring 30 restored farmhouses and a five-star boutique inn.

Commanding the most favored sites throughout the property are the ruins of modest farmhouses or Casali. The Casali are unique to each other and are separately named with their own custom style, layout and color scheme. Each Casale farmhouse is a collection of main home and outbuildings, which now serve as unique and inviting guest quarters. Indoor spaces for each family compound are 4,000 to 7,000 square feet or 370 to 650 square meters. They are organized around a series of glass-tiled, infinity edge pools and hand set stone patios warmed by original forno a legna or wood burning ovens.

This treasured property is Castello di Casole, the newest and most romantic addition to the Timbers Collection. Timbers Resorts has created some of the finest fractional properties built to date; The Timbers Club in Snowmass, The Rocks Residence Club in Scottsdale and Esperanza in Cabo San Lucas. If you are looking for the good life in the Tuscan hills, at a luxurious, exclusive, and hidden estate - la bella vita awaits.

The Casali residences are available through the residential fractional interest program or as whole ownership. Prices range from € 290,000 - 445,000 Euro for Residential Interests; Whole Ownership pricing starts at € 3.7M Euro.     

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Palazzo Tornabuoni

Florence is one of those rare places in the world where the past and present live harmoniously side by side. The cobble stone streets, palazzos, bell towers, and fortresses of 500 years ago still stand, now home to a thriving and exciting international community. The quest for beauty during the Renaissance, lead by residents such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo - made Florence the cradle of western civilization. Today new Florentine artisans, designers and artists continue to impact the world with their own sense of beauty. At Palazzo Tornabuoni the beauty of the two periods are seamlessly interwoven to create elegant and contemporary homes. Members of Palazzo Tornabuoni will enjoy a unique lifestyle born of the best of centuries of Florentine life.

The advent of sophisticated European private residence clubs has arrived in Florence. Palazzo Tornabuoni is an exciting new Four Seasons Residence Club allowing owners to experience Italian life in a 15th century palace located in the heart of Florence. This very elegant property is being restored to all its original grandeur and charm. This former home of noble Renaissance families will soon be reborn as Europe's most elegant private residence clubs.

Palazzo Tornabuoni members enjoy the ultimate Florentine lifestyle and will have access to one of Florence's most important landmarks, comprised of up to 36 elegant studio, one, two and three-bedroom residences. Palazzo Tornabuoni - a luxury living experience beyond any other. Four Seasons fractional ownership at Palazzo Tornabuoni starts at € 229,000 Euro.

Banyan Tree Private Collection

Banyan Tree Private Collection takes you from Banyan Tree’s top category signature villas in exotic locations to spacious standalone properties in some of the world’s most sought- after destinations. Year after year, you and your family can enjoy annual getaways and spend precious time together. Two luxurious European Villas in Italy and France along with a two- bedroom luxury apartment in London are available for Banyan Tree Private Collection members to enjoy.

Casa Lucardo - Tuscany, Italy: is nestled on the rolling hillsides of Montespertoli. The beautiful south-facing 300 year-old villa is surrounded by a private olive grove with panoramic views of Tuscany’s sun-basked countryside. The villa features four bedrooms and spacious living areas, a fireplace and a pool side barbeque area.  

Villa Grasse, Provence, France: Set in picturesque Provence with its fragrant meadows and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, Villa Grasse is an elegant sanctuary. A three- bedroom villa with traditional Provencal architecture, modern luxuries and a charming private pool await.

Membership of Banyan Tree Private Collection allows you access to an ever expanding portfolio of vacation homes, located all over the world. Locations include: Bintan Indonesia, The Seychelles, Bali, Tuscany Italy, Provence France, Kyoto Japan, London UK, Phuket Thailand, Bangkok Thailand, Mayakoba Mexico, Lijiang China, Great Barrier Reef Australia, Marrakech Morocco, Sri Lanka and The Maldives. Three membership plans are available - ranging from $150,000 to $250,000, with installment payment plans - Banyan Tree Private Collection.

A&K Residence Club

Five European Villas are available for A&K Residence Club members - From restored farmhouses in Italy to elegant chateaus in Cote d’Azur, these extraordinary properties offer modern amenities while reflecting the architecture, culture and old-world charm of Europe’s most stunning destinations.

Villa il Granaio - Chianti, Tuscany, Italy: Villa il Granaio is a fully renovated farmhouse set amidst spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside – a quiet oasis of the famed Chianti region, still close enough for a daytrip to Florence, Arezzo and Siena.

Adorned with original architecture and elegantly furnished, Il Granaio captures an Old World charm among its terracotta floors and stone fireplaces to create and authentic and relaxing atmosphere. As a member, you’ll be given an orientation tour with your host to familiarize you with the area, from where the nearest vineyards are to the best place to buy fresh bread or have an espresso.

Villa la Veduta - Lucca, Tuscany, Italy: With its name meaning “The View,” this magnificent stone farmhouse boasts some of Tuscany’s most breathtaking vistas. Situated on top of a hill within a sprawling 250-acre private Tuscan estate, this airy and spacious villa overlooks the rolling Tuscan hills on one side and the historic castle of Camugliano on the other.

For those who enjoy a leisurely stroll, the surrounding Tuscan fields and woods of the villa’s estate await your exploration. For a musical retreat, there is an even a local chapel, just a two-minute walk away, featuring Sunday evening concerts in the summer.

Villa il Fagiano - Umbria, Italy: A meticulously restored villa located in the heart of an amazing private nature reserve in Umbria, this former estate manager’s home has been converted to include the adjacent chapel, adding to the historical character of this enticing property.

While in residence Members are a mere five-minute golf cart drive down a special path to the Antognolla course. Adjacent to the course is a beautiful castle which will become a Four Seasons Resort in the near future.With warm, rich colors and elegant furnishings filling each of the spacious living areas and en-suite bedrooms, you’ll find the comforts indoors at Il Fagiano as inviting as its awe-inspiring pastoral views of surrounding Umbria.

Villa Jasmine - Ste. Maxime, Cote d'Azur, France: This grand high-style villa is perfectly situated for an easy ferry ride to nearby St. Tropez, where bars, nightclubs and restaurants await those seeking the cosmopolitan Cote d'Azur lifestyle.

Impeccably designed with high-end furnishings and fittings throughout, each of the five bedrooms has en suite facilities, while the spacious living and dining rooms are ideal for entertaining. Outdoors, manicured gardens accent a large heated infinity-edged pool, complete with laser alarm safety system, all elegantly furnished and showcased with discrete spot lighting.

Villa St. Paul - Cote d'Azur, France: Nestled in the hillside just outside the historic village of St. Paul de Vence, this modern Scandinavian-styled Villa is perfect for summer living.

Recently updated, everything from the layout of the property to the streamlined finishing touches are clean and cool, creating the perfect retreat from the watchful eye of the Mediterranean sun. French windows on the second floor open onto a balcony that runs the length of the property, revealing magnificent views of the Mediterranean, bountiful matured gardens and sweeping seaside vistas of the Cote d’Azur.

The A&K Residence Club is not your typical destination club. A&K Residence Club is the largest equity-based club in the destination club industry. Unlike non-equity clubs, A&K Residence Club members own the club and have direct input into how club resources are used. All the residences are owned debt-free. A&K manages the club on the members' behalf.

A&K Residence Club has over 40 residences located for members to use all over the world - including France and Italy. Membership options available include 15, 30 and 45 vacation days per year with cost ranging from $145,000 to $320,000 to join.

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