The Abbot's Garden close to Spello / Assisi

Historic home in the Castello di Collepino with a stunning valley view: terrace and small private garden, fireplace, 2 double bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a modern, fully equipped kitchen. Ideal for couples, families and friends seeking privacy, silence and nature, minutes from Umbria’s highlights. Free parking nearby, Spello 5 km, Assisi 15 km. Further private (only for our guests) panoramic green area (loungers, ping pong, table football) + BBQ just in front of Collepino. The space Il Giardino dell’Abate is a self-contained, “sky-to-ground” home (above the roof, only the sky), with direct access from one of the village squares, in a fully pedestrian borgo. It is among the first houses you reach after passing through the main entrance under the pointed stone arch and it is just a short walk from the free parking area. Dating back to 1548, it was part of the residence of the historic Abbot of Collepino. The house is spacious (about 80 sqm), with stone walls, terracotta floors and exposed chestnut beams. It is set over two levels, both above ground, connected by a comfortable staircase with handrail. Both levels have access to a lovely garden, with a small patio in the shade of an elder tree and four armchairs for relaxing or chatting with friends. Surrounded by flowers and scents, the valley view is spectacular: you can clearly see Foligno, Trevi and Montefalco and, on the clearest days, even Spoleto. Access to the house is via a long panoramic terrace: here you can enjoy the breeze and the sunset, and the small table for two is perfect for breakfast or an aperitivo while watching birds glide across the valley. Inside, the home opens onto a generous sitting room with a fireplace at the centre, two comfortable sofas and a desk corner for anyone who needs to work or study. The 43-inch smart TV can also be used as a monitor via Wi-Fi. The kitchen opens directly onto the living area. It is simple, modern and brand new, yet fully equipped: induction hob, electric oven, dishwasher, a generously sized no-frost fridge and pantry. A beautiful antique chestnut table, made by a local craftsman, stands out; in a cosy, pleasant setting it can seat 6–8 people. A large bathroom with shower and washing machine completes this floor. Going down to the lower level (still above ground and overlooking the garden), a long corridor ending in a glass door to the garden leads to two beautiful double bedrooms and a second large bathroom, complete with shower. A fifth guest can sleep on a comfortable foldaway pouf-bed in one of the two bedrooms. The house is quiet and peaceful, with mosquito nets on all windows. It stays very cool in summer (often 4–6°C cooler than Spello and Foligno), always breezy, and does not need air conditioning. At night, it’s lovely to sleep under a light duvet. Guest access The house is independent and fully, exclusively available to guests. Collepino is entirely pedestrian, but there is free parking just a short walk away, and you can drive closer for convenient loading and unloading. Collepino is also meant to be enjoyed outdoors: its lanes and little squares are part of the experience. In the surrounding areas you’ll find small tables, benches, stone ovens and stone barbecues, as well as a picnic area that, when available, can be used by anyone who wishes. Both the bar and the restaurant have dedicated outdoor seating. In addition, guests of Il Giardino have access to a private large green area (the “Aia dell’Abate”), immersed in the nature of Monte Subasio with an open view over the valley. It stays pleasantly cool even in summer and is perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, enjoying the panorama, playing table tennis and table football, or hosting a simple barbecue. If you wish, we can also help you turn it into something more special, such as a private-chef dinner, a cooking session (including pizza baked in a wood-fired oven), tastings, or other activities. Other things to note Il Giardino dell’Abate is perfect for couples, families and small groups of friends who want comfort, privacy and the space of a “real home”, in a stone village whose medieval charm has been preserved over time. Services available all year round make Collepino a unique place to enjoy peace and relaxation without giving up everyday comforts. Collepino is a hidden gem at 600 metres above sea level, on the slopes of Monte Subasio, in the heart of the Regional Park. It’s a real, living village, not built for tourism, where a slower pace, strong relationships and long-kept traditions are still part of daily life. All around you’ll find dozens of trails, viewpoints and landscapes that make this place truly unique. And at the same time, you’re just minutes from Spello, Assisi, Foligno, Bevagna, Montefalco, Trevi, Spoleto and Perugia. Free parking is a short walk from the house. Spello is about 5 km away and Assisi about 15 km. The SS75 is nearby, so you can move quickly throughout the Valle Umbra. Spello has a train station (Foligno is about 10 minutes away), and the Perugia–Assisi airport is also convenient. Travelling as a group? In addition to this home, we manage several houses within the same village of Collepino, so we can also organise stays for groups of up to 30–40 people (extended families, friends, teams, retreats), while keeping comfort and privacy. It’s also very suitable for “smart” work and study, with a stable WiMAX connection up to 30 Mbps, able to handle remote work needs as well. For outdoor lovers, trekking, trail running, mountain biking, or simply walking, Collepino is the perfect starting point (and return point) for countless routes in the Monte Subasio Park towards Spello, Assisi, Nocera Umbra and Valtopina, with breathtaking panoramas and 360-degree views. We are right at the centre of the beautiful Roman Aqueduct Loop. It’s also ideal for anyone who wants to discover the wonders of this land: within minutes by car you can reach Assisi, Trevi, Bevagna, Montefalco, Perugia, Lake Trasimeno, Spoleto, Norcia, Cascia, Castelluccio and dozens of hilltop villages across Umbria. Pets: although we love animals, we prefer not to allow pets in order to guarantee maximum cleanliness and to respect guests with allergies. If you need help organising, we’ll be happy to recommend an excellent dog and cat boarding place nearby. Smoking: smoking is not allowed inside. It is possible outdoors. Experiences: over time we have specialised in genuine, non-commercial experiences and we can help you organise trips and activities (trail running, eBike rental, truffle hunting, yoga sessions, massages, hot-air balloon rides, paragliding, babysitting, grocery delivery, a private chef, cooking classes, painting classes, and more). We also offer a service we call Concierge4You for guests who would like more personalised support. Ask us for details if you’re interested. Events and seasons: all year round the 800th anniversary of the death of Saint Francis and the Franciscan Jubilee (Assisi), February–March the Ostension of Saint Francis’ remains and Nero Norcia (black truffle), May Subasio Crossing (Collepino, Monte Subasio), June Infiorata di Spello, Quintana di Foligno and Mercato delle Gaite di Bevagna, late June–July the Castelluccio di Norcia “Fioritura” (flowering), July Umbria Jazz (Perugia) and the Festival dei Due Mondi (Spoleto), August festivals and village events, September–October harvest season, Sagrantino di Montefalco and wine festivals, October Festa del Sedano Nero di Trevi and Festa della Cipolla di Cannara, October–November Frantoi Aperti (new olive oil), December Christmas markets in Assisi, Spello, Perugia and Gubbio. Food-and-wine and local tradition events are on throughout the year. Registration Details IT054050B404031553