This is heaven on earth!
Alessia and Max were absolutely remarkable. I traveled in a group of 6 people (3 from Texas and 3 from New York City) and we spent a week here in August 2015. We selected the breakfast option and it was a splendid way to motivate our group to get up and get moving, and even more enjoyable that some of the breakfast comes directly from the farm you're staying on.
The grounds are well kept, the apartment is more than adequate and is beautiful. The view from the pool is breathtaking.... I cannot exaggerate how incredible the view is. There is also a gigantic kitchen that guests can use to cook their own meals as well. The WiFi worked well and all of the windows and doors have functional bug screens which are critical in Italy with mosquitoes.
If you're looking to escape a big city and stress, this is heaven on earth. It's absolutely quiet at night, at the end of a gravel road and you can see the stars (even the Milky-way Galaxy) at night. Meanwhile, we used this as a day-trip central point. It's perfectly central to about two dozen towns and sites to see, our only regret is that we didn't have more time here.
The hosts are friendly, yet respectful of their guests. I'm one to avoid B&B's in the USA because I'm nervous of hosts (living in NYC I've learned not to trust people).... but honestly Alessia and Max were wonderful people. They let us warm up nice and slowly and they are clearly very sincere, friendly, relaxed and charming, while being well traveled and sophisticated.
Next time we travel to Umbria... we are definitely staying here again! read more