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October 4, 2024
This was our fourth visit to Relais Vignale in as many years, and it continues to be one of our favorite destinations as a family of three (father, mother, and daughter). The location is unbeatable—just a minute’s walk from the charming village of Radda in Chianti, with a stunning view over the Tuscan hills that never gets old. We love the authentic Italian charm of the accommodation, and the pool is always a hit, though it could use a bit of maintenance. The staff, however, is one of the main reasons we return year after year. 'Maitre de Maison' Serena always makes us feel welcome, and Marco at the bar is simply the best—his service and personality are second to none. While we still enjoyed our stay, we did notice a couple of changes this year. Unfortunately, the restaurant wasn’t quite up to its usual standard. The attempt to modernize classic Italian dishes didn’t really work for us. Additionally, we didn’t always feel entirely welcome by the restaurant manager. Although polite, there was a slight sense of formality that made the atmosphere feel less warm compared to the rest of the staff. With such a beautiful setting, the restaurant has so much potential —perhaps they should ask Marco for some advice. Breakfast, too, was less impressive than on previous visits. The selection was more limited, and we often found basic things like water glasses missing. The breakfast staff is lovely and hardworking, but it seems they are a bit understaffed. All in all, we still love Relais Vignale and will likely be back again, but we hope to see some improvements in the dining experience next time.