FARM HOLIDAYS IL CANTICO DELLA NATURA

When Francesco and Monia Micci first saw the farm and old abandoned farmhouse in 1999, they were struck not only by the beautiful location overlooking a charming part of Lake Trasimeno, but also by the fascination and energy of the place which combined the austereness of stone structures with the plasticity of a pristine natural environment in a harmony of colors, scents, and sounds.
This profound contact with the place and the choice of a lifestyle based on nature, tradition, and spirituality give birth to the plan of purchasing the farm in order to create an accommodation structure that would be a place for gathering, for well-being, for spirituality.
With our previous experience as experts on local development and tourism, we sought to combine our professional and personal experience with the strength, energy and fascination of the place to establish a place of sojourn characterized by the connection between man and the elements of the universe.

The Cantico della Natura casale, or farmhouse, is built entirely from local stone and is divided into two connected wings, which were built in two separate periods. The southeast wing goes back to the early 1800s, and the north wing was constructed in the early 1900s; they harmonize perfectly into a single L-shaped building admirably situated so that it receives direct sunlight from dawn to dusk, glittering on the waters of Lake Trasimeno, creating an enchanting place for relaxation. Entirely secluded (the village of Montesperello and the nearest farmhouse are 1 km away), the Cantico della Natura farmhouse stands in a clearing where centuries-old olive trees grow, and which opens onto the lake after passing through a wood. Fed by a perennial water spring that in the past filled the reservoirs of all of Montesperello, the farmhouse was home to a number of families all living together (about 20 persons) who grew olives and grain and raised livestock. Many old-timers who were born and lived in the casale still remember the hard work and the pleasant evenings spent before the fireplace in the company of an accordion, and even today they enjoy taking part in the running of the farm.

Il Cantico della Natura is an agricultural-forest farm and farm holiday establishment located amid the green hills of Lake Trasimeno in the natural setting of a 42-hectare estate of considerable intensity. The charming landscape surrounding the farmhouse alternates between a centuries-old olive grove with 500 trees, clusters of centuries-old pines, an ancient chestnut wood, a timber wood, cultivated fields, and the young orchard.
The view of the lake can be enjoyed from various spots, often in the company of small native hares, pheasants, and many species of small birds which can be easily seen thanks to the nearby nature reserve.
The property has no fences whatsoever, and there are numerous trails for trekking and horseback riding, made especially pleasant during certain periods of the year by gathering the abundant natural fruits offered by the farm (apricots and plums in summer; strawberry-tree fruit, hazelnuts and almonds in autumn, persimmons in winter, cherries and wild asparagus in spring). The location is also the ideal starting point for longer treks (on foot, horseback, or mountain bike, organized by us) through the hills surrounding Lake Trasimeno.
From a productive viewpoint, Il Cantico della Natura is an entirely organic farm, specialized in various niche products with great attention to quality, the use of traditional harvesting and processing methods, and the recovering of flavors from the past. Offered as a welcome to our guests, these products are used in our cooking and can be purchased at the shop.

The Cantico della Natura farm and farm holiday establishment is located in Vocabolo la Penna in Montesperello di Magione, amid the green Umbrian hills with a splendid view of Lake Trasimeno, at an elevation of 450 meters. Just 5 km from the Autostrada, the farm is easily reached and is located in a strategic position for visiting Umbria and central Italy (3 km from Lake Trasimeno, 15 km from Perugia, 35 km from Assisi , 70 km from Siena, 120 km from Florence, 200 km from Rome). We are easily reached by all means of transportation and from various roads and directions.

a) by car

From either Florence-Rome or from Perugia, take the expressway to the Magione exit. When exiting from the expressway turn right toward the town of Magione, and after approx. 1 km turn left at the first intersection in the direction for Chiusi - S. Arcangelo. After about 2 km you come to a railroad bridge; pass under it, and just 20 meters after the bridge turn left, following the sign for Montesperello. After another 2 km there is another turnoff on the right, which passes by a small bar and grocery store and then rises up to the old village of Montesperello. About 500 meters of unpaved road lead to an open space with a concrete platform and a few historic buildings at the sides. On the right side next to an old abandoned church there is an unpaved road that goes up toward the small cemetery of Montesperello. Take the first (and only) turn to the right, and go 1 km down the road through the woods that leads to Il Cantico della Natura.

b) by bus

Daily runs connect the main Italian cities with Perugia, from which there is shuttle service at .. o'clock for Magione.

c) by train

Trains from both Florence-Rome and Perugia stop at Magione station, only 3 km from Il Cantico della Natura, where you will be met and accompanied to the farm.

d) by plane

Perugia airport (with daily flights for Milan and Rome and some special flights in summer) is 30 km from Il Cantico della Natura, which can be reached from the airport by means of a 20-minute taxi ride.

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