La Preghiera Luxury Guest House

Calzolaro, Umbria, Italy

Sleeps: There are 9 rooms in the main house that can be offered on a B&B basis

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Unique Features

• A magnificently restored monastery boasting original features and history that can be traced back to 12th Century.
• Easy access by road to a tranquil, tucked away setting.
• Truffle Hunting and Italian Cookery Courses.
• Private chapel for wedding ceremonies on site.

The Property

Luxury Bed and Breakfast in Umbria

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Retreat to a unique and tranquil setting in the heart of Umbria – La Preghiera is wonderfully secluded yet easily accessible. This beautifully converted 12th Century Monastery retains many original features, and offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in a rural location within walking distance from the village of Calzolaro. The monastery boasts its own private chapel perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies, and is surrounded by beautiful gardens with a swimming pool, lush countryside and woodland hills.

Throughout the house there are terracotta floors with underfloor heating, huge oak and chestnut beams, and spacious rooms furnished with antiques, family collectables and handmade furniture. The eleven bedrooms have been elegantly furnished with beautiful curtains, Umbrian linens and comfortable beds fitted with smooth silk and cotton blend sheets. Each has an ensuite marble-clad bathroom, waffle towels, guest robes and slippers. And if you require any further pampering, there is a range of beauty treatments available (La Preghiera Treatments). There are also three additional luxurious bedrooms available in the Villa Moscatelli that also stands in the La Preghiera estate.

Dining is one of the highlights at La Preghiera, with most produce being sourced within a 5-minute radius of the property. Breakfast and dinner is served in the elegant dining room around a grand table laid with crystal glasses, beautiful napkins and silver candelabras. Join in one of the special 3 Day Cookery Course brochure and learn the secrets of Mama Italia’s kitchen when you create authentic pasta and sauces, Umbrian recipes for meats, search for truffles and head to the local markets.

For the dream wedding in the romance of the Italy, La Preghiera is the perfect location. The private chapel can hold up to 30 seated and 30 standing, and the beautiful grounds are a fabulous setting for the reception. For more information download the Weddings at La Preghiera brochure.

About Your Hosts

Your warm and generous hosts, John and Liliana, have lived in Umbria for over 20 years, during which time they have bought and restored over 200 properties as part of their business, Properties Umbria. Liliana is also an interior designer and has furnished La Preghiera with her lifetime collection of art deco silverware, Galle, Aubusson and bone china. John used to have a ‘lead toy soldier’ shop in London and La Preghiera now houses only one of five Model Soldier Museums in Italy.

Out and About

Visit the amazing hilltop towns and cities of Assisi, Perugia, Montone, Gubbio and Cortona, all within half an hour’s drive.
Take a scenic drive around Lake Trasimeno and visit its beautiful islands.
Head out on an afternoon truffle hunting excursion.
Visit the Pecorino cheese farm or the makers of traditional Umbrian Ceramics and Linen.

Pricing

• From: From €90 to €250 euros per room per night on a B&B basis
• Special Break Rates: Yoga Retreat - 2nd to 9th September, Walking Tour - 14th to 21st September, please enquire for further details.
• Xmas: Open Christmas
• New Year: Closed New Year.

Accommodation Details

Luxury Accommodation in a 12th Century converted monastery in Umbria.

• Personally Inspected: Yes
  
• Single Room Supplements: For single occupancy, deduct 15 euros per night
• Sleeps: There are 9 rooms in the main house that can be offered on a B&B basis
• Double: 9
• Facilities: Swimming pool; billiard room; packed lunches, in-house massage, manicure and hairdresser can be booked
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Children: 12 years and above or by arrangement
• Pets: Regretfully not
• Evening Meals: Four course evening meal 50 euros per person.
• Disabled Access: Yes, one bedroom for wheelchair users with bathroom equipped for disabled use, plus two bed bedrooms for people with mobility difficulties