A family-friendly resort in the heart of Umbria

When I visit an agriturismo for the first time, I am always curious to see whether it lives up to the photos and description that I’ve received. The more I saw of this small family resort, the more enthusiastic I became. It’s situated in central Umbria: the green heart of Italy. It is an old hamlet built on the side of a hill with lovely views of the countryside, woods and hills. The dwellings of the old village have been lovingly restored and now house 31 apartments. Just as the villagers used to do in times gone by, guests can take part in village life on the two little piazze. Everything is modern and comfortable now, but the feel of earlier times still lingers on. 

What I often hear in Italy is ‘amo la mia terra’ (I love my native soil); the Italians are proud of their heritage, and so is the owner of this family resort. He moved to Luxembourg in the fifties, but returned 60 years later and bought the old hamlet in the village where he was born. In 4 years, he and his son turned it into stunning holiday accommodation. The family has a background in the restaurant business, and produce their own wine at a farm about 30 minutes’ drive away. On request, they organise wine tastings there for their guests.  

Perfectly situated for fascinating day trips

The surrounding area is ideal for hiking and bicycle tours. If you are more adventurous, you may want to go rafting or visit the caves of Frasassi. There is no shortage of enchanting towns and villages either! UNESCO-listed Assisi is just a 30-minute drive away. Perugia - the capital of Umbria - only takes 45 minutes. And within an hour you can reach Lake Trasimeno, or the beautiful medieval towns of Gubbio and Norcia in the Apennines. A baker, butcher and small supermarket are just 10 minutes away by car. There is a larger town with shops and supermarkets 15 km distant.

Two swimming pools, playground and restaurant 

The reception and the restaurant are situated in the lower section of the property. In the summer months the restaurant is open six evenings a week.  

The upper part of the resort has two swimming pools: one for adults, the other a shallow pool for children. There is also a fun playground and a large open field perfect for play. From time to time, live music is played on the small piazza.

Apartments

The resort has a total of 31 apartments that vary in size from 45m2 to 170m2. The smallest ones are suitable for 2 people, with one bedroom. The larger apartments have 2 or 3 bedrooms and 1 or 2 bathrooms, and are intended for up to 6 people. Every apartment has an open kitchen with fridge, electric stove, dishwasher and microwave. The apartments are fitted with a 40” TV, a safe and a hairdryer in the bathroom. Since the well-insulated apartments are situated at about 500 metres altitude, the owner has decided not to install air conditioning. Ventilators are provided on request. Guests can find their favourite place to sit outdoors in one of the many comfortable seating areas in the alleyways and gardens, not to mention the pretty piazze.

In short

This resort ticks all the boxes. A comfortable apartment, a restaurant, a large playground and two lovely pools. And, of course, the proximity of enchanting historic towns. And a good chance for the kids to find playmates among the many apartments!