Often called "The Pearl" of Etruscan coast, Castiglioncello has attracted artists, actors and celebrities for many years. Parts of the film "Il Sorpasso" were filmed here, and it has been home to the Bulgari family, Marcello Mastroianni, Alberto Sordi and in times past the "Macchiaioli" painters including Giovanni Fattori. More modern celebrities include Carlo Conti of "L'Eredita" who also has a villa here. Castello Pasquini hosts numerous dance and theatrical productions. It is a quiet, small village which comes to life in the summer months, when the population triples.

Beautiful. You're very fortunate to be living in such surroundings. Thanks for sharing.

It's so pretty there! You are so lucky to live in a place like that.

You know mark i'm really getting sick of you rubbing your life in my FACE! lol kidding! Its gorgeous! I'm still wishing you luck on the new place. You'll have to post many many pics once you move in there.

I will - if only to rub your nose in it more!! - you've got to pay for your free weeks stay some how!

Anyway Joe, it's easy to do - you just do 27yrs hard labour in the UK married to an Italian..........

I'm currently working on the Italian woman portion, so i'm half way there. How long total has it been that you've been in the buying process for this house?

Started in late September with 15th Jan completion................................maybe 31st March now............I'll buy you a beer or three if it works out this Tuesday!!

Beautiful place, Markymark. It reminds me somewhat of Bermuda...Thanks for sharing. How far away is it from Siena?

About 2 hours in the car - close enough to visit when you come!