Nadine Blanc

Yoga, good food, Umbrian quiet

Italy Todi paid

Umbrian quiet comes with a swimming pool, a broad wooden deck and the sound of a nearby river at this renovated farmhouse near Todi. Seven hectares of oak-planted grounds create plenty of room to wander or find a shaded place to pause, while the house itself brings retreat life indoors to a yoga shala, shared living spaces, bedrooms and kitchen. Yoga is the named practice, though no particular lineage or meditation format is attached to it. Meals are a thoughtful part of the stay: a personal chef prepares vegetarian food with eggs and cheese, drawing on local, seasonal ingredients and catering to dietary needs including gluten-free and dairy-free. Free Wi-Fi, housekeeping and parking add useful comforts without taking away from the rural feel. The result is a setting that makes it easy to shift between group practice, a swim, a relaxed meal and unhurried time outdoors.

Highlights

A 110-square-metre wooden deck for practice or quiet time outdoors
A large swimming pool among seven hectares of oak-planted grounds
Personal-chef vegetarian meals with local, seasonal ingredients
An old farmhouse combining bedrooms, kitchen, living spaces and indoor shala

Good for

Yoga practitionersNature loversVegetarian travelersGuests seeking a rural retreat

Setting

The farmhouse sits amid seven hectares of oak-planted grounds, with wide views and a river nearby. A 110-square-metre wooden deck, a large swimming pool and shaded corners beneath trees create a relaxed outdoor rhythm, while the rural setting keeps the pace unhurried.

The practice

Yoga is the practice named here, but no specific style or lineage is identified. Sessions take place in the farmhouse's indoor shala, giving guests a dedicated space to move and practice. If you are new to yoga, ask the host whether a particular retreat welcomes beginners and what level of experience its classes assume.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm it with the center. The grounds, pool and deck offer places to spend free time between scheduled activities, and a personal chef prepares vegetarian meals with local, seasonal ingredients.

Accommodation

Bedrooms are in the renovated farmhouse, alongside the indoor yoga shala, kitchen and shared living areas. Room configurations and bathroom arrangements are not described, so ask the host about the options for your dates.

What to bring

Bring comfortable clothes for yoga and layers for time outdoors. The annual average temperature is 14.5°C, with warmer weather in June through August and cooler conditions in winter; a light rain layer is useful in wetter March, April and November.

Address Vocabolo I Fossi, 20

How to get there

The described route is to fly to Rome Fiumicino, take a train to Roma Termini, then use a transfer arranged according to arrival times. The transfer may be by bus, train or van. The address is Vocabolo I Fossi, 20, near Todi.

Nearest airport: Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (36 km)

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) is approximately 36 km from the center. Ask the center whether a pickup from PEG can be arranged.

Nearest city: Perugia (PG)

Public transport: A train from Rome Fiumicino to Roma Termini is part of the described route; onward transfer arrangements depend on arrival times.

Languages

English

How to book

Contact the center directly to check retreat dates and reserve.

Pricing

This is a paid retreat, with prices starting at EUR949. Confirm the price and what is included for your chosen dates.

Climate

Climate Zone: Temperate

Best Months: Jun, Jul, Jan

Avoid: Mar, Apr, Nov

The annual average temperature is 14.5°C. June, July and August are the warmest months, while January, February and December are among the coolest; March, April and November tend to be wetter, so conditions can feel quite different across the retreat season.

Location

Frequently asked questions

Can guests use the swimming pool during a retreat?

A large swimming pool is listed among the amenities. Ask the host about access times for your retreat.

Do I need yoga experience to attend?

Beginner requirements depend on the retreat. Ask the host whether your chosen dates are suitable for first-time practitioners.

Are vegetarian and special-diet meals available?

Meals are vegetarian and may include eggs and cheese. Gluten-free and dairy-free options are listed, and the chef caters to intolerances, allergies and other dietary needs; share your requirements when arranging your stay.

How do I reach the farmhouse from Rome?

The described route is to fly to Rome Fiumicino, take a train to Roma Termini, then use a transfer arranged according to arrival times. The transfer may be by bus, train or van.

How do I reserve a place?

Contact the center directly to ask about dates and booking.