Villa Bonsi

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Villa Bonsi? It’s tucked right into the heart of Montaione on Via Matteotti, but somehow it feels completely removed from everything – which is exactly what you want when you’re trying to escape Florence’s summer crowds. I mean, this isn’t some sprawling resort complex; it’s more like staying at a really elegant friend’s place who happens to have impeccable taste and knows how to make you feel at home. The building itself has that authentic Tuscan thing going on without being kitschy about it – thick stone walls that actually keep things cool during those brutal July afternoons, and these gorgeous terracotta floors that feel amazing under bare feet.

What really gets me is how the staff here seems to actually live in the area and know it inside out. When I asked about hiking trails, the guy at reception didn’t just hand me a generic map – he drew out this route that takes you through olive groves to this little chapel most tourists never find. And honestly, the 9.7 rating makes total sense once you’ve been there. The rooms are spacious (I had trouble filling mine even with all my overpacking), and the beds are seriously comfortable – none of that rock-hard European mattress situation you sometimes get. The bathrooms are modern but not sterile, with these beautiful local tiles and water pressure that’s actually decent. Oh, and parking is right there, which trust me, matters a lot when you’re navigating these narrow Tuscan streets with a rental car.

The location is honestly perfect if you want to explore the real Chianti region without fighting crowds. Montaione isn’t trying to be San Gimignano or Siena – it’s just this lovely working town where you can walk to a proper grocery store, grab coffee with locals at the bar on the corner, and still be within easy striking distance of all the big sights. Villa Bonsi sits right in the middle of it all, so you’re not stuck in some isolated agriturismo wondering where dinner’s coming from. The breakfast here is actually worth getting up for too – proper local cheese and prosciutto, fresh pastries from the bakery down the street, and coffee that doesn’t taste like it’s been sitting around since yesterday. I stayed during shoulder season in May, and the whole place had this relaxed vibe where you could linger over breakfast without feeling rushed. Even the other guests seemed more genuine somehow – couples on anniversary trips, families with teenagers who weren’t complaining for once. It’s the kind of place where you find yourself planning your next visit before you’ve even checked out.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $135. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $153. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed, 1 single bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $220. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed, 1 large double bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Absolutely Amazing – Nicoleta from Ireland – 25 May 2025 (10/10)

  I spent 4 nights here and everything was perfect, I love the location so much, you have so much space and the place was very clean, I would love to come back one day.
  
  What could be improved: I don’t have anything bad to say about this property.

• The grounds, the pool and the apartment were spectacular – Paul from Canada – 16 May 2025 (10/10)

  The host and their staff were exceptional. Accommodated my needs and their kitchen and the living space was perfect.

• We had 2 wonderful weeks at Villa Bonsi, spent discovering out of the way special places as well as larger cities like L – Shannon from Canada – 13 May 2025 (10/10)

  The property was private but very easily accessible while in Montaione.

• Wonderful place to stay to visit beautiful Tuscany – Emilie from United States – 9 November 2024 (10/10)

  Beautiful and peaceful right in a lovely town; walkable to services and the park.
  
  What could be improved: Can’t think of anything we didn’t like.

• Best location. Best owner. Best house – Çağman from Turkey – 20 October 2024 (10/10)

  Everything:))

• Great Host in a great Villa. 100% recommended. – Anna from Poland – 21 April 2024 (9/10)

  The garden is absolutely amazing, spacious, well maintained and full of Tuscan atmosphere with stone elements and flowers. We have been alone in the whole house, but even if all apartments are busy it seems to be still comfortable for everyone. The house is embedded in a history of the family and magical with great view from the windows. Don’t forget to buy great olive oil.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was great

• Relaxing and spacious – Lachlan from United Kingdom – 10 November 2023 (10/10)

  We were greeted when we arrived with a cake and bottle of wine which made us feel welcome straight away.
  
  The apartment was very spacious and very clean. The bed and sofa bed were super comfortable and we slept very well!
  
  At the end of the stay we were given some cantuccini made by someone who works at Villa Bonsi. They were delicious!

• A true insta photographer's paradise – Janne from Finland – 25 October 2023 (10/10)

  There is beauty everywhere, inside the Villa and outside in the Garden. The reception at the Villa was truly delightful with winebottle and pie, and the communication was first-class.
  
  The distances around Toscana from Montaione are conveniently short:
  – Siena, 41 km
  – Crete Senesi, 51 km
  – Volterra, 30 km
  – San Gimignano, 15 km
  – Leonardo Da Vinci’s birth home, 38 km
  – Firenze, 37 km
  – Pisa, 62 km
  
  Montaione itself is also very beautiful small village.
  
  We slept really well, the rooms are really big and beautifully restored. It was true joy to stay Villa Bonsi.
  We hope that we can come here again. Thank you so much.
  
  What could be improved: –

• Felt like a medieval story with all the comfort you’re looking for – Tessa from Netherlands – 10 July 2023 (10/10)

  Such a nice big villa close to the little town of Montaione but with views on the vineyards. Loved the fact that we could go by foot to get a cappuccino in the morning or a pizza in the evening. We booked the apartment with 3 bedrooms on the first floor. It has 2 bathrooms! Ac made it super nice to sleep during the hot summer nights. Booked 1 evening dinner made by Cristina; amazing! Had no noise or anything from our neighbours (2 br apt also on the first floor, 1 br apt on the ground floor). Communication with the owner smooth and super friendly!
  
  What could be improved: Just some info, nothing that really bothered us. The 3 br apt has a kitchen/dinner/living area that is pretty small if you would stay inside with 6 people. There’s no sofa, it does have table chairs and 3 relaxing chairs though. It’s directly situated next to 1 of the bedrooms. 1 of the bathrooms is inside one of the bedrooms, the other one can be reached without entering any bedroom.

• Exceptional – Hayley from United Kingdom – 14 May 2023 (10/10)

  The facilities and the decor were top level. The pool & the view as well as the welcome we got from Christina was lovely.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing negative about this stay.

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