Agriturismo Melariano

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Agriturismo Melariano? The silence. I mean, real silence – the kind where you actually hear olive branches rustling and realize you’ve been holding your breath from city stress without knowing it. This isn’t one of those fake “rustic” places that’s actually just fancy hotels with exposed beams. It’s the real deal, sitting right on the old road to Brolio Castle (yeah, the Ricasoli wine family’s place – you’ll probably end up there for tastings anyway).

The property itself feels like stepping into someone’s family estate, which honestly, it probably was. The rooms have that lived-in elegance where everything’s comfortable but nothing’s trying too hard. I stayed in October when the vineyards were all golden and purple, and waking up to that view with actual mist rolling through the valleys… well, it’s the kind of thing that makes you understand why people move to Tuscany and never leave. The beds are proper Italian firm – not everyone’s cup of tea, but I slept like the dead. What really got me was the attention to small things: good water pressure (seriously underrated in old Italian buildings), windows that actually open wide, and they’ve got this knack for keeping rooms cool without blasting air conditioning.

The location’s pretty brilliant if you’re planning to explore Chianti properly. Castelnuovo Berardenga isn’t exactly a tourist trap – it’s where actual Italians go about their daily business, which means the morning coffee at the local bar costs what coffee should cost, and the evening passeggiata feels authentic rather than performed. You’re maybe fifteen minutes from Siena when traffic’s cooperating, but honestly, you’ll probably find yourself just wandering the back roads between tiny villages with names you can’t pronounce. The staff definitely knows their wine – they’ll point you toward smaller producers that don’t make it into guidebooks but absolutely should. Parking’s never an issue here, which anyone who’s driven through Tuscan hill towns will appreciate. The 9.6 rating makes sense once you’ve been there; it’s not flashy or Instagram-perfect, but everything just works the way it should. The kind of place where you find yourself planning your next visit before you’ve finished your first.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom House with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Two-Bedroom House with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Two-Bedroom House with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 1 child
• Three-Bedroom House with 2 × 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for 6 adults, 1 child

Reviews

• Dl1668 from Singapore (10/10)

  The apartment in a farm house surrounded by vineard and oliv trees is spacious, clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful and friendly. We recommend it without hesitation.

• Georgia from Australia (10/10)

  It was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. Owners were so lovely and checked to make sure everything was ok, but also respected our space and relaxation.

• Ross from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Prefect stay! Huge room in a stunning location. They host you really well and I was comfortable from the second I get there. 100% will stay again!

• Vines from United States (10/10)

  Loved everything about this place. Beautiful setting, great amenities, wonderful hospitality

• Patricia from United States (10/10)

  The property had beautiful views. It was quiet and had everything we needed. The reception was excellent and staff was extremely helpful and friendly.

• Hwangsae from South Korea (9/10)

  It was so friendly and comfortable. It was such a great place to quietly relax that I wanted to cancel my plans and rest for about a week.

• Philip from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The property was a beautifully renovated barn offering 4 separate apartments in a gated community of several other buildings. It had its own swimming pool and loungers surrounded by fantastic views of the rolling countryside. It was on a working vineyard but was still very peaceful and quiet. The nearest village was lovely to walk around with 2 small supermarkets, good restaurants and a couple of bars.

• Peck from Australia (10/10)

  Great place to stay with amazing view. Host was very friendly.

• Bart from Belgium (9/10)

  Beautiful view!

• Victor from Moldova (10/10)

  Fantastic!

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