La Maesta Antica Dimora di Campagna

Up on a hillside, away from the busy town, sits La Maesta, an agriturismo inn and restaurant. We stayed one week, using it as a springboard to seeing the sights in Umbria (Spello, Assisi, Trevi, etc). Our rooms were simple and comfortable, with air conditioners and windows with views of the countryside. There was a living room area where we could play cards, read, or just hang out and visit. On the ground floor, was a dining room which opened onto the patio dining area and a path leading up to the pool. Each morning in the dining area, we were brought fresh juice, and offered up the day's choices for breakfast, usually breads, cakes, eggs, fruit, or yogurt. All fresh, all delicious. And of course, capuccinos. Each evening we were offered cheeses, meats, and breads to go with whatever we might be drinking. We loved waking up here, coming back at the end of a day of exploring, and plopping into the comfy firm beds. But we also loved the day we spent just hanging out here, enjoying the views, the pool, the beauty of this medieval building, and the easy hospitality of the team here. One day we took a pasta cooking class, which would be fun for kids, too. The best part really was the people on the team here. Ledy, Sandro, and their team were all so kind and generous. We are so glad we spent a whole week here.

We had a 31 person group meal at the restaurant. . As a group we were dropped off at the bottom of the driveway and cars had been laid on for those with mobility problems. The food cannot be faulted with excellent in-house recipes beautifully cooked. The service was also very good. When we left we had to light our way down the drive with our phone-torches.

A group of us only lunched here, with excellent hospitality, first class food (including much care taken with vegetarian and vegan members). I would visit again with no hesitation, although I think if you were staying here you'd need your own transport. The building was authentic and the food typical of the region. Altogether an experience to remember!