Palmerston Castello di Sammezzano, Florence, Italy

The Castle of Sammezzano, near Florence, set in its own magnificent park of 185 hectares, is to become a luxurious Sporting Resort, incorporating a Boutique Hotel, Apartments, Spa and Country Club with Golf, Tennis and various sporting amenities.

Palmerston Hotels & Resorts with its joint venture partners have obtained all necessary planning approvals.

The redevelopment is scheduled to commence in 2009.