San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Italy
Salvadonica - Borgo del Chianti
Restored medieval borgo
San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Italy
Renovated
2013
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Local DesignOutside the door
Restored medieval borgo
This fourteenth-century hamlet functions as a working estate, where guests stroll between ancient stone buildings, olive trees, and hillside vineyards.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored fourteenth-century stone buildings display original Corsini coats of arms.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Salvadonica is no mere castle hotel, but what in Tuscany they call a borgo — an entire village restored and rededicated to agritourism.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Chianti countryside outside San Casciano in Val di Pesa, surrounded by estate vineyards and olive groves.
The rooms
Rooms keep their original terracotta tiles and rustic ceiling beams, with windows looking onto the surrounding olive groves.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor swimming pool sits among manicured lawns and cypress trees, overlooking the estate's olive groves.
La Volpenera Restaurant
Tables fill the stone courtyard and panoramic terrace, serving traditional Tuscan dishes dressed with the estate's own olive oil.
At the table
A glass pavilion opens onto the paved terrace, providing a shaded setting for afternoon tea and evening aperitivi.
How it began
The Baccetti family acquired the abandoned hamlet in the 1980s, carefully restoring its stone barn, pigsty, and historic barrel cellars.
San Casciano in Val di Pesa
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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.