Once you actually find Tenuta di Ricavo, it is a very charming introduction to the Chianti region. Beautiful, spacious rooms make the stay quite comfortable. The dining room was a bit overpriced. The staff were all helpful and could make great recommendations for any of your interests. We took a great cooking class while there at Casanuevo di Ricavo, which... More

First time in Tuscany, first time at the Tenuta di Ricavo. We were looking for a quiet, typically tuscan place to relax from the hussle and bussel in Naples. And right in the Chianti-Country, almost hidden and surrounded with lovely landscapes and an amazing view we found what we were longing for. We stayed for 5 nights and every morning,... More

My wife and I stayed in a superior room in mid May, 2012. The room and grounds were very nice. Breakfast was limited and not set up for a North American palate. Supper was OK, expensive for what you get, but....welcome to Italy. If your are looking for a peaceful place to stay, this is it. I would return anytime.

I was looking for a place to stay in Tuscany that would give me an authetic tuscan experience. This definitely gives you this. It is exactly what you would image a villa in Tuscany to look like...beautiful place. The restaurant was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. They arranged a private tour and tasting at a local vineyard for us. The... More

We returned for our second time to Tenuta di Ricavo in October and this time brought extra family with us. It was this time everything we promised them it would be. It is a beautiful place with caring proprietors and staff, good food, and fabulously located for travel all over Tuscany. Go...you won't be disappointed!

We booked this inn for our 50th birthdays and 19th wedding anniversary and could not have loved it more. Not only did we get upgraded (no charge) to a superior room with a great balcony, but got special treatment throughout our stay (or maybe they are that nice to everyone!). Even fresh flowers in the room. The food was great-... More

I planned a 4-week Italy trip just for two to celebrate my husband's 65th birthday. I booked Tenuta di Ricavo for 4 nights as our base for exploring the Tuscan countryside because I wanted a quiet & comfortable retreat. We loved everything about it! The property is actually a wonderful little hamlet with several small buildings that make up the... More

We stayed in the Tenuta di Ricavo for 4 nights late September. We did find it idyllic and very atmospheric. It was an excellent base for touring around the local area. The service is friendly and efficient, the owner amazingly enthusiastic and very helpful in advising on ideas for local tourism. Breakfast is an excellent buffet, we had dinner on... More

We loved our stay at Tenuta di Ricavo. The property is charming and serene, and the staff was extremely helpful, both on property and helping us with recommendations for cooking classes, wine / olive oil tastings, and other excursions off property. We took the trip as a "babymoon" and it was the perfect ambiance for our get-away. Would highly, highly... More