The property is beautiful. The views are spectacular no matter where you are. The sunset comes up over the breakfast patio and set over the infinity pool in the building we stayed in. The wine tasting tour was so nice. We had a tour of the grounds, cellar, and tasted several wines, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We ordered some of each to be delivered to our home. We chose to eat dinner on site twice and we were pleased with our meal. The location was great for heading out for day trips to Florence, Siena, and of course San Gimignano. There are a lot of nearby vineyards to do tastings of other wines as well. We took advantage of the pool late in the day to relax after exploring and before dinner.
The most important thing to mention is the staff. Everyone we talked to at Poderi Arcangelo was super friendly and helpful.
What a relaxing and peaceful place to stay while exploring Tuscany!
Cheers!
We’d honestly rather not write about this place — this is our third time here, and we’d love to keep it all to ourselves 😄 But truth be told, Poderi Arcangelo is absolutely wonderful.
The view from the main building and the pool overlooking the surrounding vineyards, olive groves, and farmland is simply fantastic. You can even see San Gimignano in the distance! The surroundings, garden, terraces, hallways, and rooms are all very clean and well-maintained. The rooms are tastefully furnished — old furniture adds to the charming Tuscan atmosphere.
We usually only go for breakfast, which — by Italian standards — is quite generous: cereals and granola with yogurt, cold cuts, cheese, eggs, and of course croissants, cakes, and coffee. Perfect for us.
We only opted for dinner a few times. At €32 per person, it’s a bit pricey compared to nearby restaurants, but still worth trying. The entire property is intimate, quiet, and peaceful — which is why we were a bit concerned to see a bar built by the pool. On Sunday, it was playing loud music, though fortunately it was quiet again on the following days. Hopefully that was a one-time thing, because we truly care about this special Tuscan place.
Instant Relaxation in the Heart of Tuscany
We stayed at Poderi Arcangelo for three nights, and within 24 hours, I could feel the stress of work melt away. There’s something incredibly calming about this place the peaceful views over the vineyards, the quiet stillness of the countryside, and the natural rhythm of Tuscan life. My resting heart rate literally dropped from 60 to 52 by the end of our stay - I checked on Apple Health!
The pool overlooks the hills, and mornings were spent sipping cappuccino while the landscape glowed. It’s the kind of setting that slows your heartbeat and clears your head. I haven’t felt this physically relaxed in a long time.
Breakfast was just right: eggs, omelet, mortadella, fresh veggies, pastries, and good coffee.
Dinner is served at €35 per person - overall very enjoyable, though the last dinner on Wednesday felt a bit underwhelming. We also splurged on a Bistecca alla Fiorentina, which made for a memorable meal.
They have an on-site winery and produce their own olive oil, adding even more local charm. We took the Tuscan cooking class together a fun and intimate couple’s activity. We’re now heading home not just with souvenirs, but new memories and a shared love for making ravioli.
It’s also perfectly located for exploring nearby towns. You don’t need to stay inside a medieval village - just visit, wander, and return to the tranquility of the hills.
I get it now why Michelangelo painted here.
I’d absolutely return.