History
The History of Brandano Palace
BRANDANO, THE MADMAN OF CHRIST
Brandano, after whom the Hotel Palazzo Brandano is named, was called the Madman of Christ because of the fervour of his invectives and the harsh warnings he hurled at the powerful of the time.
Inside the village, a small terracotta statue displayed outdoors portrays Bartolomeo Carosi or Garosi known as Il Brandano, born in Petroio in 1486. According to tradition, blasphemy, gambling and carnal love were not lacking in his youth. One day, however, while he was hoeing his field, a splinter of stone struck him on the forehead and in one eye. Was this a divine signal to induce him to change his life? Since then, Bartholomew converted and devoted himself body and soul to preaching in Valdichiana.
Local folklore has an image of him as an eccentric spreader of faith who addressed the crowds holding a crucifix in one hand and a skull in the other, used to move from place to place barefoot and wearing a white tunic. It seems that he chose the nickname Brandanus for himself, because of the ‘great sword (i.e. broadsword) that God gave me to take back thieves and sinners of all kinds’.
If traces of the colourful rhyming prophecies attributed to him still remain in the popular sayings of the area, there are also many peculiar anecdotes linked to him. Such as the episode that sees him as the protagonist of a miraculous survival after being chained up, closed in a sack and abandoned in the waters of the Tiber by order of Pope Clement VII.
In the Buca del Romito, a cave in the woods not far from the village, the hermit of Petroio is also said to have spent periods of prayer and penance.
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Come and discover Palazzo Brandano and be won over by the authentic beauty and history of Tuscany, in a place where every detail tells a story of tradition, elegance and hospitality.
At Palazzo Brandano, every detail is designed to offer you a unique and unforgettable experience.
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Palazzo Brandano,
Handcrafted Details: The bathrooms are a work of art in themselves, decorated with terracotta and travertine tiles, and equipped with luxurious showers or Jacuzzis for total relaxation. The common areas, from suites to rooms to flats, are embellished with hand-painted frescoes, each inspired by the great artists of the Italian Renaissance.
Exclusive Hospitality: Palazzo Brandano welcomes its guests all year round, offering a unique experience of Tuscan hospitality. Like a private villa away from home, our palazzo combines a warm and welcoming atmosphere with impeccable service, guaranteeing an unforgettable stay in every season.
The word from those who have stayed with us
Dream location, comfortable and cosy
Maura
Everything: dream suite, beautiful, tastefully decorated and very functional, really impeccable. Very friendly and caring staff, who put you at ease from the first moment. Excellent tips for dinner and to make the most of the experience. Excellent breakfast: varied and prepared with great attention to the needs of the guest. Nothing!
A warm and welcoming stay in the heart of Tuscany
Nur
We stayed at the end of December 2024, we found the room very warm as we had requested, the room very clean even the bathroom. Very rustic, charming and very welcoming from the reception to the room. Equipped with all the accessories dispensabil inside the room and close to the countries to visit. Definitely we will return. Excellent!
Dream night in one of Italy's beautiful villages
Simone
Beautiful building in equally beautiful old village. It was pleasant to walk around and stop to chat with the locals, who were very warm and friendly. Fabulous rooms in the palace, spacious, clean and tastefully decorated. Good breakfast on the terrace with exceptional views. Very friendly staff.Hard to find any weak points. Access by car, in case you have to unload heavy luggage, is certainly not easy, but impossible to improve …
Comfort, beautiful views and delicious breakfast
Federico
Room as in the photos. Comfortable and cosy. Well cared for even in the furnishings, exterior with beautiful views and very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. Absolutely recommended, we will return.
Peace corner in Petroio
Enrico
The structure is wonderful, in a strategic position for visiting the Val d’Orcia, with staff who are always helpful and smiling. The hamlet is a little stone jewel, immersed in peace and silence. Travelling in 3 with the little dog, we were surprised by the double room and double bathroom, perfect for our needs. The furnishings are in style with the place, with elegant frescoes, air conditioning in both rooms and spacious bathrooms. Breakfast, served in the garden with a wonderful view, is plentiful and of high quality.
Perfect for families: excellent view, location and welcome
Lorenzo
Large and comfortable room (we took the suite because we have two small girls ..) overlooking the valley, breakfast good and plentiful and strategic location for visiting the most popular villages of the Val d’Orcia. But above all kindness and hospitality of the staff. Highly recommended.
We will be back very soon
Francesca
Beautiful room cosy and cool and comfortable If I really have to find a flaw it is the uphill walk to get there, but earlier we had unloaded our luggage with the car right in front of reception.
Beautiful location ❤️
Anonimo
We happened by chance looking for a solution for the night on our tour in the Val d’Orcia. The palace is located in Petroio one of the many beautiful small villages in Tuscany, the location is beautiful and evocative, the rooms furnished, with taste ‘old’ and an outdoor courtyard that overlooks a beautiful view. If you are in the area I definitely recommend staying here.
Excellent location in a very deserving hamlet
Luigina Piazza
Excellent location in a very deserving hamlet. The breakfast served in the garden is pleasant. As for the staff Giovanna stands out for professionalism, kindness and courtesy, the rest almost makes it difficult to say hello……meglio that he changes profession.
Strategic location as a base for touring the beautiful Val d'Orcia
M. Martin
We were guests in this charming establishment, restored with attention to detail but, above all, maintaining a link with the historicity of the old residence. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. I recommend it to anyone who wants to go on a tour of the Orcia valley.
Excellent
Sebastian
Liked: Cleanliness, staff and service, condition and amenities of the room. We stayed in a spacious room with a stunning view of the mountains. The room was very clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We travelled with our teenage daughter and we all enjoyed our five night stay very much. The breakfast was fantastic. The town is very charming.
Excellent
Edoardo
Liked: Cleanliness, staff and service, facilities and conditions All excellent! We will be back 1 night stay in August 2024
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Latitude: 43.14160841211596
Longitude: 11.687693506171804
Address: Via Valgelata, 18, 53020 Petroio SI
Telephone: 0577 139 5580
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