Restaurant
Restaurante
A place to eat, serving food.
727 m from hotel
B&B Antiche Rime
Rated 9.7 in 117 reviews. Bed & breakfast.
This property is an excellent fit for Calmcations, particularly for those seeking a truly restful and authentic Tuscan escape with a personal touch, where the focus is on quiet enjoyment, good food, and natural beauty.
B&B Antiche Rime offers a quintessential Tuscan calmcation experience, characterized by profound tranquility and immersion in the Chianti landscape. The small, historic property, coupled with the exceptional warmth and hospitality of its host, Alba, creates an atmosphere of genuine relaxation and unhurried enjoyment. Guests consistently praise the peaceful surroundings, stunning views, and delicious homemade breakfasts.
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What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 117 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet, relaxing, and peaceful, aligning perfectly with a slow-paced calmcation experience.
“The B&B is in a very quiet area, which was exactly what we wanted. The views are so relaxing.”
“Exceptional, charming and relaxing! 10/10!”
“Relaxing and peaceful with many wonderful wineries and restaurants nearby.”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
5.0mixed
While not explicitly private terraces, guests consistently praise the beautiful views from their rooms, suggesting a connection to the outdoors.
“The views are so relaxing.”
“Our room was very clean with beautiful views, the location is fairly remote so driving is a must.”
“The view from the window was so beautiful looking out over the green Chianti hills.”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
6.0good
There is mention of a jacuzzi tub with a view, which provides a form of water access, albeit not a natural body of water or a traditional pool.
“Excellent breakfast and nice Jacuzzi tub on the hill, with a view to the Chianti vinyards.”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
7.0strong
The B&B is located near Gaiole in Chianti, with restaurants and wineries within walking distance, indicating good access to local amenities without being in a bustling town centre.
“Two restaurants about 1km away (15-20 min walk), one offering excellent value local cuisine, the other fine dining.”
“Antiche Rime is close to Castel Briole, wineries and the l’eroica base of Gaiole”
“There is a winery of Cantalici's family where you can take o tour and wine tasting just a 10 minutes walking distance, so don't you worry about driving a car after few glasses of wine - you won't need it.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
9.0exceptional
Reviewers consistently highlight the quietness of the location, describing it as a very quiet area where one hears nothing but silence, ideal for a restful stay.
“The B&B is in a very quiet area, which was exactly what we wanted.”
“Waking up in the morning you hear nothing but silence, since the village is small.”
“Wonderful, quiet, rural location in the heart of the Chianti Classico region.”
Privacy
Walls, separation, solitude
7.0strong
With only three rooms, the B&B inherently offers a high degree of privacy, and one guest noted having the place to themselves for much of their stay.
“There's only 3 rooms and I had reserved 2 of them, so we had the entire place to ourselves for a lot of our stay.”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
9.0exceptional
The property is described as being immersed in nature, with stunning views of the Chianti hills and vineyards, providing a strong sense of nature immersion.
“L'atmosfera del posto e la convivialità della proprietaria ha reso il nostro soggiorno piacevole e confortevole, la dimora è immersa nella natura ed è stato il valore aggiunto già ad un'esperienza stupenda.”
“This B&B has so much history and charm! It is very comfortable, in a truly stunning location and is perfect for a Tuscan getaway.”
“The view from the window was so beautiful looking out over the green Chianti hills.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
8.0very strong
The beds are explicitly praised as being very comfortable, with one reviewer stating they were the most comfortable of their entire trip.
“The beds were the most comfortable during our entire trip.”
“the bed was very comfortable, good shower and delicious breakfast with local products!”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
10.0exceptional
The host, Alba, receives exceptional praise for her warmth, hospitality, helpfulness, and passion, making guests feel welcome and well-cared for.
“Alba had some restaurant suggestions and every single one of them was fantastic! She has great suggestions! She knows the area and is passionate about great hospitality.”
“L'atmosfera del posto e la convivialità della proprietaria ha reso il nostro soggiorno piacevole e confortevole, la dimora è immersa nella natura ed è stato il valore aggiunto già ad un'esperienza stupenda.”
“Alba, the host, goes above and beyond for her guests and is so kind and welcoming.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
9.0exceptional
The breakfast is consistently highlighted as excellent, delicious, and plentiful, featuring homemade items like jams and preserves, with local specialities.
“Breakfast was very good and included homemade jams and breads.”
“Mrs. Alba takes pride in her accommodations and provides a plentiful and delicious breakfast with homemade fruit preserves.”
“Excellent breakfast and nice Jacuzzi tub on the hill, with a view to the Chianti vinyards.”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
7.0strong
The top floor rooms, particularly the 'Azzura room', are highlighted for their spectacular and magnificent views of the Tuscan countryside.
“The room was clean and well appointed with spectacular 270 degree views of the Tuscan countryside from the top floor room.”
“Magnificent views from our top floor room.”
“Azzura room with beautiful view out of each (of 3) windows.”
Why we chose this stay · Tier A
B&B Antiche Rime strongly embodies the calmcation ethos, with consistent praise for its quiet, relaxing atmosphere, nature immersion, and exceptional, warm service from the host. Its small scale and location just outside a charming village, coupled with excellent food and comfortable rooms, make it a defining example.
Before you book
Practical guidance from B&B Antiche Rime reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests consistently praise the rooms for being spacious, clean, and offering beautiful views of the Tuscan countryside. The top floor rooms are particularly noted for spectacular 270-degree views.
Look for these room categories
- Top floor room
Best floor for view
Floors with the best outlook
Guests consistently highlight the top floor rooms for offering magnificent and superb views, including spectacular 270-degree panoramas of the Tuscan countryside.
Request these floors
- top floor
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
The B&B offers a good shower and some rooms may feature a nice Jacuzzi tub with vineyard views.
What to expect / request
- Expect a good shower
- Inquire about rooms with a Jacuzzi tub
AC & heating
Reliability across seasons
The air conditioning works well, and ceiling fans are available to help with comfort, especially in nature-rich surroundings where mosquitoes might be present.
What to expect / pack
- Expect working AC
- Ceiling fans are available
Wi-fi
Strength, work-from-room viability
One guest noted that the WiFi signal on the first floor could be stronger.
What to expect
- Be aware WiFi might be weaker on the first floor
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
Breakfast is consistently praised as delicious and plentiful, featuring homemade jams, breads, and fruit preserves, with options for vegan and gluten-free diets. Alba also makes excellent cappuccinos.
Practical notes
- Expect homemade jams and breads
- Vegan and gluten-free options available
- Enjoy Alba's cappuccinos
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“This is a renovated B&B in a historic building. The beds were the most comfortable during our entire trip. Our room was freshened up every day after we left for the day. Breakfast was very good and included homemade jams and breads. Easy parking. There's only 3 rooms and I had reserved 2 of them, so we had the entire place to ourselves for a lot of our stay. I put down the wrong number of people on the reservation, but Alba was accommodating and did not make a big deal out of my mistake. Alba had some restaurant suggestions and every single one of them was fantastic! She has great suggestions! She knows the area and is passionate about great hospitality. The B&B is in a very quiet area, which was exactly what we wanted. The views are so relaxing.”
“L'atmosfera del posto e la convivialità della proprietaria ha reso il nostro soggiorno piacevole e confortevole, la dimora è immersa nella natura ed è stato il valore aggiunto già ad un'esperienza stupenda. Consigliamo di andare e godere di tutte le peculiarità del territorio.”
“Such a charming B&B with a lovely host. Mrs. Alba takes pride in her accommodations and provides a plentiful and delicious breakfast with homemade fruit preserves. Our room was very clean with beautiful views, the location is fairly remote so driving is a must.”
“This B&B has so much history and charm! It is very comfortable, in a truly stunning location and is perfect for a Tuscan getaway. Alba, the host, goes above and beyond for her guests and is so kind and welcoming. We have loved our stay & would recommend to anyone coming to Chianti!”
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B&B Antiche Rime
Gaiole in Chianti, Italy
Booking: 9.7 / 10 · 117 reviews
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