Borgo La Chiaracia Resort & SPA
Refined rural Italian countryside resort. Classic Umbrian farmhouse architecture with contemporary interiors: exposed wooden beams, soft earthy tones, and high ceilings. Serious about food and wellness, without being flashy. Feels more like a private estate than a hotel.
GPS will betray you — type 'Borgo La Chiaracia' in full and follow the road signs once in the village
Why It Matters
Michelin-recommended restaurant Radici, Italy's most advanced in-house meeting technology (per the property's own claim via VRM Italia ownership), an estate-grown wine program, and a genuinely exceptional spa in a region that still flies under most travellers' radar. Also recognized by the FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) as one of Italy's 'Places of the Heart.'
Borgo La Chiaracia opened in 2018 on the Alfina Plateau at 600 meters elevation — volcanic soil at the triangle where Umbria, Lazio, and Tuscany meet. The name comes from 'chiaracia,' the Umbrian dialect word for the ancient cherry tree still standing on the estate. Spread across three stone farmhouse buildings on 14 hectares of organic vineyards, orchards, and woodland, the resort holds just 26 rooms and suites, which gives it an intimacy that larger properties can't fake. The Radici restaurant is Michelin-recommended and the real draw for serious food travellers.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Comfort Room
Two Comfort rooms at 19 sq m — the smallest option on property. Located in Casale della Torre. Stylishly finished but genuinely compact. Views south toward the Monti Volsini hills around Lake Bolsena. Can be combined with an adjacent Superior or Privilege room for family stays.
19 sqmDeluxe Room
Two Deluxe rooms on the first floor of Casale degli Archi and Casale della Scala. Well-lit with quality furnishings and contemporary design. Private bathroom with shower.
Junior Suite
Two Junior Suites at 40 sq m each. Discreet luxury with carefully chosen furnishings. Colours reflect the surrounding landscape. Same earthy, harmonious palette as the suites, in a slightly more compact footprint.
40 sqmPrivilege Room
Nine Privilege rooms ranging from 25 to 30 sq m, on the ground floor of Casale della Torre and Casale della Scala. South- and east-facing for maximum daylight. Each has a private terrace or garden — the best option for sitting outside with morning coffee. One room is fitted for guests with motor disabilities.
27 sqmSuite
Two suites ranging from 43 to 51 sq m. Living and sleeping zones are clearly separated. High ceilings, large windows, and a colour palette that echoes the Umbrian countryside outside. Traditional materials, contemporary execution.
47 sqmSuperior Room
Twelve Superior rooms from 25 to 30 sq m, spread across all three farmhouse buildings. Elegantly appointed to 5-star standard. Some rooms have a small balcony with countryside views. Double or twin configuration available.
Double (180×200 cm) or twin (90×200 cm) · 27 sqmSuperior Room with Balcony
Two Superior rooms with balconies on the first floor of Casale della Scala. Same sizing and fit-out as standard Superiors but with a furnished private balcony looking out over the countryside.
Double (180×200 cm) or twin (90×200 cm) · 27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Resort staff organize guided cultural excursions to nearby landmarks including Orvieto cathedral, Civita di Bagnoregio, Pitigliano, Castello di Torre Alfina, and Lake Bolsena.
Umbria's quiet roads and rolling hills make for excellent cycling. The resort staff can arrange routes through the countryside.
Well-equipped gym with a technology-design focus. Guests have noted it could add a few more machines compared to the otherwise high standard of the rest of the resort.
Horse riding experiences through the Umbrian hills, organized by resort staff.
Walks through the estate's 14 hectares of organic vineyards, orchards, and oak woodland. Staff can organize guided versions.
Large outdoor swimming pool, well-maintained with a staffed bar. Operates seasonally during warm months.
Annual outdoor street food festival marking the start of summer. Chef creates 20+ savory dishes and sweet treats under centuries-old oaks. Paired with wines from local Orvieto-area wineries.
Guided wine tasting packages at historic Orvieto-area wineries, including estates like Palazzone and Podere Orto. Package from €280 per person.
Yoga available for guests on-site.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Property owned by VRM Italia, a tech company. Meeting rooms equipped with cloud, IoT, AI, and augmented reality infrastructure. Claimed as the most advanced in-house meeting setup of any Italian hotel.
Covered heated corridor links all three farmhouse buildings (Casale degli Archi, Casale della Torre, Casale della Scala).
Both outdoor and covered parking available on-site. Electric vehicle charging points in both areas.
32-34°C heated pool with hydromassage jets, within the Livinna SPA. Separate charge or included in spa/package access.
Paid private transfer service to/from nearest airports and Orvieto train station. Arrange by email after booking.
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