Chianti, ItalyPianella
Hotel Le Fontanelle
Restored stone hamlet
Pianella Chianti, Italy
Opened
2006
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage WellnessOutside the door
The house
Fontanelle EstateRestored stone hamlet
It runs like a quiet hilltop village, where daily life wanders along stone paths between terraced lawns and sloping vineyards.
What it’s good at
Notable
A restored thirteenth-century rural hamlet centered on historic stone spring-water fountains.
Notable
Heated indoor swimming pool with three arched windows overlooking the rolling Chianti hills.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The unabashed gorgeousness of the stone farmhouse sitting atop a hill, overlooking a sea of sloping vineyards, is the result of the meticulous, years-long renovation
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Siena sits twenty minutes south through the hills. Down the road, olive groves lead to tastings at the estate's Vallepicciola winery.
The rooms
Tuscan terracotta floors and exposed timber beams run through the bedrooms. Windows look out over the Chianti valley or estate vineyards.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor pool sits among terraced lawns and olive groves. Inside, a heated pool looks out through arched glass doors.
The spa and gym
The fitness room has cardio machines and weights. Next door, the spa houses a Finnish sauna and Turkish bath.
At the table
Ristorante La Colonna serves regional Tuscan dishes, and breakfast is laid out with silver service on the stone terrace.
How it began
Giuseppina Bolfo and her family spent seven years restoring the stone farm buildings before opening the property in 2006.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.