Imagine the sounds of nature that lull you and invite you to relax, an expanse of green, the explosion flowers’ colors and the scent of roses: it does not seem the perfect way to disconnect from work, escape from the daily routine and devote yourself to your own well-being? Let’s discover 8 amazing locations for a weekend among amazing rose gardens in Italy!
Spring is the perfect time to experience nature with your loved ones, in an eco-friendly accommodation nestled in the countryside, for a weekend among the roses.
A rose garden near Venice
In an atmosphere of peace and harmony, immersed in the Veneto countryside, there is Ca’ delle Rose, a delightful bed & breakfast, where you can indulge in reading, lingering suspended between earth and sky, enjoying silent and happy hours and savoring flavors.
You can’t miss: the art cities of the Veneto region, together with its villages, all live a few kilometers from the accommodation. Venice, Treviso or Padua: you just have to choose!
Curiosity: the garden is lit in two parts, entering you walk along the promenade formed by 25 arches covered with ancient roses, creepers and ramblers, then you enter a rose garden that changes every season.
In the Roman Tuscia
Only one hour from Rome is located in Casacocò, a charming refuge surrounded by a park with a swimming pool in stone and mosaic. You can rest in beautiful rooms, enjoy an excellent breakfast with homemade cakes and relax in nature.
You can’t miss: an itinerary by bike to discover the woods and the Caldara of Manziana, unique places not far from Rome.
Curiosity: more than 3 hectares of park surround the house, where the olive trees are in the company of oaks, laurels, camellias and wisteria, where the aromas of aromatic herbs blend with those of the lilacs and the six hundred roses chosen and cared for by the host. There are more than 350 roses and every year pruning courses are planned.
A chalet among the roses of Dolomites
In a dreamlike landscape, in the municipality of Forno di Zoldo, in the heart of the Dolomites, is the Orserose, an eco-residence designed for the total comfort of its guests. The complex consists of several chalets, built of wood and stone and surrounded by a beautiful garden.
You can’t miss: 4 km on foot to discover the nature, art and history of Zaldo Valley.
Curiosity: Luisanna, host of the accommodation, loves roses and has an intense love for gardening. That’s why in the garden you can find many type of this incredible flower.
Among the nuraghi of Sardinia
In the Sardinian countryside, an inviting eco-sustainable B&B awaits you. Il Giardino di Valentina offers its guests an ancient house wisely renovated and surrounded by a large garden, that has jasmine, roses and ancient olive trees.
You can’t miss: the accommodation is located in the heart of Sardinia just a few steps from the nuraghi of Barumini and Serri, perfect for understanding the millennial history of the island.
Curiosity: in the beautiful garden there are also the famous roses of Bulgaria, with an indescribable perfume and also requested for cosmetics and medicine.
Roses watching the sea
We move to Liguria, where we find the Mortola Tower, a tower dating back to the 16th century which has become a beautiful eco-friendly and luxury accommodation. The romantic and design rooms are surrounded by a huge garden, a peak on the sea, with different roses.
You can’t miss: stroll through the green gardens of Hambury, whose history dates back to the second half of the nineteenth century.
Curiosity: among the different shades of pink there are many types of rose, difficult to find in other places.
An organic farm between Siena and Arezzo
Il Capoverso is a typical Tuscan farm, which offers lovingly furnished apartments, a beautiful swimming pool and an amazing garden with ancient flowers, olive trees and roses, perfect for enjoying the amazing silence of the night.
You can’t miss: the numerous food and wine tours around the accommodation, to discover the unique flavors of this region.
Curiosity: inside the farm you can also attend the flowering of thirty and more varieties of rose.
An ancient Roman villa
Where there was a Roman villa today is the Tenuta Colfiorito, which offers rooms and apartments, a huge garden with roses, plants and aromatic herbs.
You can’t miss: near the estate you will find some of the most evocative Roman villas such as Villa Adriana and Villa d’Este.
Curiosity: the accommodation is also a farm with an olive grove and a vineyard, thanks to which they produce excellent oil and wine.
In the heart of the Val d’Orcia
In an idyllic atmosphere is Podere Isabella, with a spectacular 180 degree view of Val d’Orcia hills. The accommodation, with photovoltaic panels, consists of a main building an annex, for a total of 23 beds. The property is surrounded by a garden with Mediterranean vegetation, aromatic plants, cypresses, roses, two fountains, swimming pool and solarium.
You can’t miss: the accommodation is also available for yoga retreats.
Curiosity: here you can feel alone with nature, without sacrificing simple luxury and every modern comfort.
A few steps from the Venetian Lagoon
Among the scents of roses, the intense green of the plants and the colors of flowers that the owner carefully cultivates, Casa Fiorindo is surrounded by the Venetian countryside, a few steps from the lagoon. The apartments are made with attention to bio-architecture and energy saving, producing clean energy from the photo-voltaic panels and hot water from the solar ones. The house is surrounded by a large garden, with various species of roses, but also fruit trees, aromatic plants, and chaise lounges to relax in the green while admiring the landscape.
You can’t miss: nearby you can visit the charming village of Carole, from which to start by bike and boat to discover the landscapes of the Lagoon and the typical fishermen’s huts
Curiosity: in you apartment you will find a basket with organic food and products from the local farmers.
