“Gorgeous Tuscan villa with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Traditional, romantic bedrooms and suites with oak floors, soft fabrics and antique furniture. New heated salt water swimming pool for 2017, winery, restaurant, wine tasting and cookery classes.”

Hotel review

With 28 rooms, you might assume that the Villa Le Barone lacks character and personality. However, you’d be wrong: a complimentary drink and fresh flowers, along with a written greeting from the owners, await you on arrival. This 14th century Tuscan villa is comprised of several ivy-covered buildings. Initially constructed as a citadel in the hills between Siena and Florence, the views from the villa over the Chianti countryside are spectacular – even by Tuscany’s impeccable standards. Affable owners Count and Countess Aloisi de Larderel live on the premises, and warmly greet guests whenever they cross paths. Many of the bare-beamed communal rooms are furnished with the Count and Countess’s family collections, creating an authentic feel not usually associated with hotels of this size. The Della Robbia/ de Larderel family tree, dating back to the 18th century, takes pride of place in the entrance hall. There are expansive well-kept grounds and beautiful gardens to explore and enjoy in the day. In the evening in summer, dinner is served on the terrace by candlelight, where the setting sun and views of the surrounding countryside create a relaxed and romantic ambience. At other times of the year, dinner is served in the charming restaurant. The quality of the service and food is well above average. An infinity heated salt water pool for the 2017 season, covered with Travertine marble!

Tom Fleming
Tom Fleming Review published: 08/03/2015

Recommended for

  • Honeymoons

  • Country Escape

  • Great walks

    • Fitness trail for walking or jogging, plus many walking and hiking paths close by.
  • Sights nearby

    • Great base for exploring the Chianti region of Tuscany
  • Art Classes

    • Watercolour and painting workshops on selected dates
  • Historic

    • Owned by the same family since the 16th century
  • Antiques

    • One room features 16th century tapestries
  • Golf

    • 20 minutes from the nearest course
  • Restaurant

    • Serving typically Tuscan food
  • Tennis

    • Tennis court on site
  • Country House

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Local markets

  • Family Suites

  • Cooking classes

  • Free wifi

  • Charming

  • Village

  • Wine tasting

  • Gym

  • Cycling

Facilities

  • Rooms

    28 rooms in this hotel
  • Views

    Stunning views over the Chianti countryside
  • Bicycles available

    Use the Villas free bikes to explore the area
  • Garden

    Large rose gardens and terraces
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor heated saltwater pool
  • Restaurant

    Serving typically Tuscan food
  • Internet

  • Cots available

  • Bar

  • Airport transfer

  • Fireplace

  • No pets

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Air conditioning

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Safe

  • Free wifi

  • Wifi

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Sitting Room

  • Gym

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Fitness trail for walking or jogging, plus many walking and hiking paths close by.
  • Sights nearby

    • Great base for exploring the Chianti region of Tuscany
  • Art Classes

    • Watercolour and painting workshops on selected dates
  • Golf

    • 20 minutes from the nearest course
  • Tennis

    • Tennis court on site
  • Local markets

  • Cooking classes

  • Wine tasting

  • Cycling

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Originally published by Good Hotel Guide

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