Agriturismo La Vite e L'Ulivo, apartments and food in Baschi
The Agriturismo La Vite e L'Ulivo is a rural farm stay in Baschi, Umbria, among olive groves and vineyards. It has independent apartments, a seasonal pool and a restaurant serving traditional cooking. It suits those who want quiet, good food and a base for Orvieto, or who walk the Cammino dei borghi silenti.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where the farm stay is and how to get there
La Vite e l'Ulivo is in Baschi, Umbria, at Vocabolo Montebello. The setting is the Umbrian countryside, with hills, olive groves and vineyards, a short walk from the village but far from the traffic.
It is a comfortable base for Orvieto, about 14 km away, and for Civita di Bagnoregio, about 16 km away. Parking on site is private and free, so by car it is the simplest option. Some guests arriving on foot say they reached it from a private lane that starts in Baschi near the middle school, which avoids the busy main road.
What the apartments and outdoor spaces are like
You sleep in apartments with their own separate entrance, which suits anyone who wants to be independent. Each has a fitted kitchen, a private bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer, and air conditioning with heating.
There are also family rooms and facilities for guests with reduced mobility, such as a toilet with grab rails, a lowered sink and an emergency call button. Guests describe the rooms as bright, clean and well equipped, with a balcony or terrace looking over the greenery.
Outside there is a garden and terrace, a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub and a children's play area. Pets are welcome.
The restaurant and Umbrian cooking
The restaurant serves traditional Italian cooking, with a focus on produce from the farm itself and from local producers. It is one of the reasons I would stay for dinner at least one evening.
Reviews back this up. Many guests talk about generous traditional dishes, genuine flavours and food made with produce from close by, in a homely atmosphere. One guest calls it real Umbrian cooking, without far-fetched experiments. Breakfast is Italian style, and there are options for families too.
What guests say
The Google rating is 4.7 from almost 200 reviews, and nearly all of those we read are enthusiastic. Hospitality is the main theme: several guests describe a family-run place with a warm and attentive welcome, and small gestures they appreciated, such as a plate of fresh fruit on arrival.
These points come up again and again:
- very clean apartments;
- quiet and calm, surrounded by olive trees;
- a refreshing, well-stocked pool;
- a lovely view from the terrace or balcony;
- flexibility with walkers, for example being able to leave your room in the afternoon.
One guest who stayed several days points to its location for Orvieto, Bagnoregio, Bolsena and other hill towns.
What to know before you book
With ratings this high, faults are hard to find, but there are a few things to bear in mind. The clearest concerns those arriving on foot: one guest found the last stretch a bit awkward, although the farm suggested an alternative route that avoids the main road.
Some other things to keep in mind, taken from the property's description:
- the pool is seasonal, so do not count on it outside the warmer months;
- the apartments are designed for independence, so this is not a hotel with full hotel services;
- it is countryside, so a car helps for getting to the towns nearby.
I did not find any serious complaints about cleanliness or comfort in the reviews, but remember that a handful of comments is always only a sample.
Who the farm stay suits
I would choose it for a relaxed base in Umbria, with a good restaurant within walking distance and the chance to cook for yourself. It is a good pick for couples, families with children (there is a play area) and groups of friends who like peace and quiet.
It also suits walkers well. Many guests arrive along the Cammino dei borghi silenti and say the place looks after pilgrims very well.
It is not the right choice if you want nightlife, shops on your doorstep or the convenience of a historic centre. The appeal here is precisely the silence.
What to do around Baschi
From the farm, Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio are the two classic day trips, and guests also recommend Bolsena and Sant'Angelo. One day for each makes a good round trip through the Umbrian and Lazio villages. Other places to compare are B&B Fontanelle in Alviano, Casina Mazzuoli in Città della Pieve and B&B San Pellegrino in Viterbo.
If you arrive on foot along the Cammino, reviews show it is a welcome stop to rest and have a good dinner before setting off again. If you stay several days, the pool, the garden and the countryside around Baschi are enough to fill a relaxing day on their own.
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