Perhaps we were spoiled by other places, and better service. We prefer Southern Tuscany to Chianti and actually tried to shorten extend our time in Montalcino and shorten our stay at Villa Bordoni by one night, but the Bordoni staff were not accommodating. Check in lacked any warmth - the service upon arrival was miserable. It was as if the staff member was doing us a favor by checking us in. We arrived around 6 pm so were probably given the runt of the rooms. Our room was dated and lacked charm. Breakfast was solid. The location is a bit tricky to get to, but the access road is not especially scenicn and we didn't find the hotel or gardens very special at all. We had a different staff member check us out and she was pleasant and helpful so it's hit or miss...

We spent a week with friends at Villa Bordoni and it was fabulous. From breakfast in the morning to dinner at the restaurant at night-we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves it and we are planning to go back soon.

The owners are on site and extremely solicitous and Hugo runs the dining room and is the absolute best! Funny, thoughtful, and gracious.

We had another couple with us on this trip and they enjoyed it just as much as we did. Don't let the remoteness be a deterrent-it's wonderfully quiet and a great haven after wine tasting and hill towns.

We travelled to Rome, Amalfi, Tuscany and Venice. Villa Bordoni was, by far, our favorite place. The restaurant and staff were outstanding. The room appointments were superb. The hand-painted walls and beautiful hardware and tile in each bathrooms were stunning and wonderfully original. Every detail is accounted for and every guest is treated as if he/she were the only one. Wine tastings and trips to Florence were arranged for us. But, hanging at the hotel for dinner, the cooking school or enjoying the beautiful private terrace outside of our room were our favorite activities. What a wonderful place to relax, soak in the country and drink/eat to one's content.

Traveling south on the SS #222 through the town of Greve be sure to look for a small sign leading to a small lane which quickly climbs and windsthrough vineyards and olive groves, past a large villa gate, and a country church, San Cresci. Along the way there are glimpses of the tiny village of Montefioralle which sits on a nearby knob.(and well worth a visit).
Sheltered against the hillside Bordoni is surrounded by elegant palm trees and a tranquil scented garden. The emphasis here is on comfort. Recently restored the dining room, bar and terraces are purposely designed to convey a feeling of visiting a friend's house in the country.
Only 14 rooms, plus a notable restaurant Bordoni has been thoughtfully renovated with subtle sophistication and elegance;l but the secret here is the owner, David Gardner, who is the ultimate host for this style of country hotel. ensuring a high level of service, as well as a friendly professional 'vibe'. He is a 'foodie' and the owner of two notable restaurants in Florence, so the kitchen here is excellent without being pretentious, and the chef offers cooking lessons too.
Our room is at the top of the villa and is large with exposed beams, cool tile floors, and elegant linens. The bath is a dream. The pool terraces with gorgeous Chianti views is a restful place to spend a restful afternoon. Bordoni is well located for exploring the villages and wine estates of northern Chianti.