Cavarchino B&B

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at plenty of places in Chianti over the years, and Cavarchino B&B on Via Vertine is honestly one of those finds that makes you want to keep it secret. You know what I mean? It’s tucked away in this tiny medieval village outside Gaiole – the kind of spot where you’ll actually hear church bells in the morning instead of traffic.

The thing about this place is that it feels like staying at someone’s beautifully restored family home, which I suspect it actually was at some point. The rooms have that perfect balance of old Tuscan character (think exposed beams and terracotta floors) but with modern bathrooms that actually work – no weird European shower situations here. What really got me was waking up to views of actual vineyards rolling right up to the property. I mean, you’re literally surrounded by Chianti Classico territory, and you can walk to a couple of small wineries if you’re into that sort of thing.

The breakfast situation is worth mentioning because it’s not your typical hotel buffet nonsense. They do this whole spread of local stuff – proper prosciutto from nearby Radda, fresh bread that I’m pretty sure comes from the bakery in Gaiole, and coffee that doesn’t taste like it’s been sitting around for hours. The owners (I think they’re a local family) actually know the area and can point you toward the good restaurants in town, not just the touristy ones. Parking is easy too, which anyone who’s driven through these hill towns will appreciate – there’s space right there, no circling around narrow streets with rental car anxiety.

Honestly, the location is what makes this place special. You’re close enough to Gaiole’s center to walk there for dinner (maybe ten minutes down the hill), but far enough out that you get that peaceful countryside feeling. Siena’s about 40 minutes if you want to do the big city thing, but really, this is where you come to slow down. The whole area gets pretty quiet after dinner – no late-night noise, just maybe some crickets and the occasional car heading home from the local trattoria. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself sitting outside with a glass of wine, watching the light change over the vineyards, and actually relaxing for once.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $176. Deluxe Double Room with Castle View with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $176. Double or Twin Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $176. Double or Twin Room with View with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $176. Double or Twin Room with View with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $176. Twin Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $205. Double Room with Terrace with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $220. Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Chianti country – Helen from Australia – 23 May 2025 (8/10)

  The breakfasts were great!
  The location was beautiful!
  
  What could be improved: Fairly basic given the price.

• Exceptional – Fernando from United Kingdom – 26 March 2025 (10/10)

  Everything was perfect, excellent service. Highly recommend to everyone. Great views.
  
  What could be improved: NA

• Toscana perfection! – Jason from Australia – 5 October 2024 (10/10)

  A most beautiful Tuscan experience.

• Amazing 5 nights in Gaiole in Chianti Carvarchino B and B – Graham from United Kingdom – 12 August 2024 (10/10)

  Absolutely fantastic location, beautifully restored from a former vineyard. The grounds, pool and all of it …stunning.
  The rooms are adequate and comfortable.

• Thoroughly enjoyable stay on the East side of the Chianti region of Tuscany – Paul from United Kingdom – 23 June 2024 (9/10)

  Great location with views across Gaiole to the mountains opposite with historic buildings and vineyards. Good infinity swimming pool which provided the above uninterrupted views. Very pleasant gardens to relax in. Very comfortable bed in air conditioned room, with good en-suite. Could have done with more drawer space. Excellent breakfast – we mistakenly turned up for breakfast 30 minutes early for the 1st 3 days, but this was accommodated by the lady preparing the breakfast. Good faci;lities to prepare our own food when we didn't want to eat out. Carolina was very helpful throughout.
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing to dislike. My only small comment is that we didn't have enough drawer space to unpack.

• Cozy place in Gaiole with a warm host .Lovely place. – Margeli from Greece – 6 April 2024 (10/10)

  The place was peacefull.The owner host Carolina very nice person ..making home made jam and cakes for the breakfast ..very clean ..the bed comfortable and the view fantastic.

• Beautiful Tuscan location with pool, would stay here again happily! – Leigh from United Kingdom – 26 September 2023 (10/10)

  Lovely location, easy check in. The pool was AMAZING. Clean and neat. Fresh towels. Breakfast was awesome. Comfortable bed. Air conditioning if needed.
  
  What could be improved: Very small unavoidable thing but just for information – the rooms are located directly adjacent to the breakfast room so if you want to sleep in you probably will be woken up by cappuccinos being made!

• Superb – Jürgen from Germany – 25 September 2023 (9/10)

  The staff was very friendly and helpful

• Superb – Roberto from Switzerland – 1 September 2023 (9/10)

  Very good, everything you need, very friendly

• Simple pleasures of Chianti – Jennifer from United Kingdom – 14 July 2023 (10/10)

  Simple pleasures. A beautiful B&B that works as a comfortable and hospitable base for exploring Chianti and further afield. Great location for walking into town for meals and amenities. Carolina the host is helpful and gives great recommendations. There is also access to a shared fridge and cold drinking water machine which made such a difference to our stay. We will definitely return!
  
  What could be improved: We had a huge terrace but no access to cutlery or plates to have antipasti etc. out there. This can be avoided by bringing your own plastic ones.

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