The hotel is in the heart of the Chianti region in Tuscany, very close to Gaiole in Chianti village and only 5 minutes' drive and 20 minutes from Siena. Gaiole in Chianti bus station is approximately 15 minutes away by car and the railway station in Siena is some 20 km away. The main airports are Florence Peretola, 1 hour and 30 minutes' drive away, and Pisa Airport, which is a 2-hour drive from the hotel. The hotel is surrounded by hills and marvellous vineyards. This 16-room hotel de charme is a part of mediaeval hamlet dating back to the 13th century. The hotel has restored interiors and guests will find a lounge, a foreign-language library, bar and a restaurant. Furthermore, guests can stroll through olive groves or enjoy lovely countryside views from the swimming pool. In addition to a lobby area with a hotel safe and cloakroom, further facilities available to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a café, TV lounge and WLAN Internet access and room and laundry services. There is also a cellar for storing bicycles, and those arriving by car may leave their vehicles in the hotel car park. Rooms are equipped with shower/WC, air conditioning, satellite TV, WLAN Internet access, telephone and a minibar. All rooms are in a Tuscan country style and are very warm and elegant. Some rooms are available with 3 or 4 beds for families and also some deluxe rooms come with a private terrace and garden. In addition to a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, further standard features of accommodation units include a safety deposit box. There is an outdoor swimming pool in the hotel grounds with sun loungers and parasols laid out for use by the water's edge. The hotel also offers relaxing massages and prepares special teas and natural infusions. Meanwhile, fans of the fairway can head to the nearest golf course in Ugolino, which is approximately 20 minutes' drive away.