Fattoria il Poggio, Aulla

Lonely Planet says.....In highlights of Umbria and Le Marche : stay at a serene luxury ecohostel in the middle of the activity-happy Lago di Trasimeno.And under Lago di Trasimeno : and Umbrias best hostel, located on its own practically private island.Fattoria Il Poggio Besides being impeccably run, you would hardly ever know youre staying in an HI youth hostel. Dorm, doubles and family rooms all with views of the surrounding lake. It takes some preplanning, but those who dont mind catching a ferry back by 7pm will be rewarded handsomely with a family-style meal in an environmentally equipped former barn on their own private island. After dinner, enjoy a drink with new international friends over the sunset or a game of table-tennis. Kayaks, private beaches, games, TV with DVDs, laundry room, 14th-century ruins and a nearby environmental lab are just part of the offerings. Groups can book in the off season by appointment only. www.fattoriaisolapolvese.com www.lacasasullago.comfor special requestOur description.......In green Umbria Part of the Natural Park of Lake Trasimeno The Isle of Polvese this place in which, nature, culture and history provide a harmonious background for new technologies, is an ideal location for exploring hypothesis for new social and environmental equilibrium within will improve the quality of life. Is here the ancient farm of the Conte Citterio completely restored with a beautiful view of the lake is today, one of the first environmentally friendly farms in Italy. In fact the hostel makes use of an advanced water purification system, energy saving by means of solar panels, the use of rain water, and the separation and recycling of refuse. with interesting scientific and didactic research projects. The Fattoria as double rooms with services and mini apartments fitted with a kitchen. There is a friendly, family atmosphere and particular care is taken in the kitchen to ensure the food is typical of the region, where possible home grown organic vegetables, herbs and fruit house made are used. This makes the hostel an ideal place for those who love the tranquillity of life in the open air. It is also a good starting point for those who wish to visit all the places of interest between Umbria and Tuscany.Our initiative: Mini cruises, fishermen trip, kayak, massages.Our course: Yoga, reiky, rebirthing. Organization of: Schoolcamp, study day, meeting day, archer courses.European certification ISO 14001 Reg. Emas