Torretta Barbischio, Gaiole in Chianti - Siena and Chianti

Stunning views. Tranquil location. Friendly and attentive service. Couldn’t fault it.

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Nous avons passé d'excellentes vacances dans cette belle villa. I*** et sa famille nous ont rendu le séjour super facile et ont été aux petits soins avec nous. Merci à eux!!!

Le restaurant du village

This being our first adventure of this type, with a three week commitment, we were a bit nervous.
Should not have been; it exceeded our expectations in every way; including its location.
Super well maintained and as clean as new; it is an interesting building with beautiful 'grounds'!
There are lots of stairs; actually a good thing as it allowed us to feel free to eat; everything!!
The location is out of the way and quiet; just as we hoped. Gaiole is just a short drive and has what you need. The restaurant 'next door' is wonderful and accommodating; a treasure. The facilities' grounds give it the feeling of a true villa. Warning; we had mosquitoes right up to our mid October departure; one of Tuscany's hidden realities. Being truly a central location it was just a matter of choice to go east or west, etc., to visit the many other town and attractions as you desire. It all worked!

San G, Radda, Greve, Badia, Castello di Meleto; etc., etc! Il Papavero and Le Contrada were our favorite restaurants. The cooking class at the abby Badia was another highlight. [Remember, this part of Tuscany is not a sepia toned view of open fields, tall ceders and villages; It is forested hills and mountains with very narrow roads that climb the only way possible; via switchbacks. Best not to have a large vehicle and back seat passengers!] There seem to be endless small places to visit; and, Florence is just a $7/45 minute train to the center away. Siena is also a substantial town and a good alternative for serious shopping. And yes the Prada outlet is just 45 minutes away; with some true bargains. Go; enough!!

The most beautiful villa I have ever stayed in! Perched upon the hillside with the most magnificent views. It was wonderful to sit on the superb terrace and watch the spectacular sunsets whilst drinking a glass of the delicious locally produced chianti. Everything was of the highest standard- the kitchen was well equipped- because of the somewhat remote location we decided to cook most nights. The first and last evening we went to the superb restaurant just a few yards from our door- Il Papavero. The swimming pool was maintained to a meticulous standard by Paulo who came every other day. The villa itself was furnished to the highest standard with antique furniture/ pictures/ornaments etc It felt like we were staying in someone’s beautiful home. Would definitely return!

Il Papavero Wine tour of the family run organic vineyard La Casa di Bricciano - short walk from the villa- well worth it!

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Wunderbar ruhig, sehr hohes Niveau, toller Pool, schöner Blick, Gaiole ist Mecca der Eroica, in Gaiole (2 km entfernt) alles zu kaufen was man benötigt, im Radius 20 km unzählige sehr gute kleine Restaurants mit exzellenten Pasta, Preise insgesamt recht hoch (Niveau Großstadt D)

Restaurant 30 m vom Haus ist der Knaller 👍👍 Weingut Bricciano (einmal über den Berg / ca 1 km) hat besten Chianti Classico ever, rein biologischer Ausbau, führen alle Spitzenrestaurants der Umgebung.

The villa was everything we had hoped for and more. Spotless and very well equipped with stunning views.

The local restaurant was excellent and really friendly.

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Sehr freundliches Personal, sehr gepflegtes Ambiente, Location läßt kaum Wünsche offen.

Osteria Papavero (gut), Le Contrade (sehr gut)

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Torretta Barbischio ist eine perfekte Location für 6 Personen und gibt dir das richtige "Toskana-Feeling"

A beautiful, peaceful, comfortable, clean, fully equipped villa. We had a wonderful, memorable time. Perfect location for day trips visiting Florence and Sienna as well as local wineries and tastings. The little town of Gaiole is nearby for restaurants, shops and groceries.

The little restaurant behind the villa (Il Pappavero) and the restaurant across the way with the strings of lights (Il Dorado) were absolute favorites. Great winery tour and tasting at Ricasoli and Capannel.

We really enjoyed staying at Torretta. It was a wonderful setting for my husbands 50th birthday. Several of our friends were staying elsewhere in Gaiole for the occasion and joined us for dinner on the Saturday, and we were able to fit 12 people around the kitchen table.

Even though the weather was not the best beginning of the week, it improved by midweek and we were able to use the pool. (At least 2 of us were brave enough, or stupid enough to jump in for a swim... :) ).

The 2 lovely ladys that came in to clean the villa on Monday and Wednesday were friendly and efficient. Shame we did not speak Italian as it would have been nice to thank them properly.

We had dinner at Le Contrade and it totally blew us away and superseded our expectation of a good meal. Very enthusiastic chef and stunning setting.

Thanks again for a magnificent stay, and we would love to be back some time. Truly enjoyed it.

Le Contrade for a good meal at a reasonable price. The walled medieval town above Gaiole was well worth a visit, nice place for a coffee or a glass of wine. Forget what it was called but the name started with Vin.... I think.