Val d'Orcia, ItalyMonticchiello
L'Olmo
Restored stone farmhouse
Monticchiello Val d'Orcia, Italy
Opened
2014
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Heritage LocalOutside the door
Restored stone farmhouse
The seven-room country house runs like a private estate, shaped by quiet gardens, home cooking, and estate olive oil.
What it’s good at
Notable
Intimate country-house hospitality dressed in custom C&C Milano linens overlooking the hills.
Notable
A seventeenth-century Via Francigena post station retaining its historic brick granary walls.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
this farmhouse hotel is a remarkably understated one, the better to let the surroundings shine.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The medieval village of Monticchiello sits down the road, and the Renaissance ramparts of Pienza rise across the valley.
The rooms
Suites retain original timber rafters and terracotta floors, looking out over wild grass and olive groves.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The infinity pool is heated in cooler months, its stone terrace looking out over the rolling Tuscan landscape.
At the table
Hand-rolled pici and local pecorino are served beneath a garden pergola overlooking the hills, or in the frescoed dining room.
How it began
Capri Palace founder Tonino Cacace bought the farm in 2014, preserving its brick stable arches and historic stone well.
Val d'Orcia
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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.