homestay in italia a Bergamo e Como con chiara
Homestay with Chiara
in Vilminore di Scalve, Italian Alps
Homestay in Vilminore di Scalve, Italian Alps. During your homestay with Chiara, you’ll experience Italian culture from a unique “off the beaten track” perspective. Chiara’s mountain retreat home is nestled in the quaint mountain village of Vilminore di Scalve, situated in the sunny heart of the Scalve Valley, just an hour away from Bergamo and Brescia.
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Accommodations in Vilmore di Scalve in the Italian Alps: Chiara’s homestay accommodation in Vilminore di Scalve offers a warm welcome in a serene, green area at the town’s center. Just an hour from Bergamo and Brescia, the apartment provides an ideal base for exploring. Directly across the road is the villa of Chiara’s family, encircled by a lush park with centenary trees—perfect for sunbathing or relaxing in the cool shade under a pine.
Vilminore di Scalve, boasts ethnographic and local history museums, numerous churches, chapels, and the ruins of an important dam. Beyond its cultural sites, Vilminore is a gateway to the stunning Scalve Valley. Known for its vibrant emerald greenery from dense pine forests, the valley offers a breathtaking landscape of mountains, lakes, streams, gorges, and meadows blooming with flowers.
Chiara’s Home in Vilminore di Scalve
During your stay, you’ll be comfortably situated in the “Borgo apartment,” a private and self-contained space ideal for one or two guests. Directly across the street is Chiara’s family villa, where you are warmly invited to join for meals under the trees in the expansive, sunlit garden and enjoy quality time together. Chiara’s mother, Maria, renowned for her culinary expertise, might even treat you to stories from the family’s past and reveal some of her cherished cooking secrets. The villa frequently becomes a lively gathering place for relatives and friends, creating a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere.
The apartment features two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to two guests. It is fully equipped for a convenient stay, including a cozy living room and a well-appointed kitchen with a refrigerator, electric oven, microwave, stovetop, and dishwasher. Additionally, the apartment offers a washing machine, dryer, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Enjoy the luxury of a spacious balcony with a table and chairs under a sun umbrella—perfect for open-air breakfasts. Nestled in a mountainous area, the apartment benefits from a naturally fresh and cool climate, eliminating the need for air conditioning. For your convenience, towels, linens, and provisions for breakfast and snacks are provided.
What to Expect from Chiaras’s Homestay Language Course
What to Expect from Elena’s Language Course: Your tailored homestay experience with Chiara includes a comprehensive array of activities designed to immerse you in Italian culture and the beauty of Vilminore. Upon arrival and departure, Chiara will personally provide transportation to and from the Bergamo train station or airport. Each day, you’ll enjoy two hours of Italian lessons with Chiara, enhanced by engaging local experiences to deepen your understanding of the culture.
You will have the opportunity to interact with locals, enhancing your cultural immersion, and each morning you can look forward to homemade breakfast provisions in your apartment. Midweek house cleaning is included for added convenience.
Mealtimes are a communal affair, with the option to share daily lunch or dinner with the family. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are opportunities to picnic in scenic locales. Additionally, you can join Chiara and her mother, Maria, in the kitchen for cooking sessions to learn the secrets of Italian cuisine.
Chiara will also guide you on walks along easy and challenging paths in the mountains and forests, offering a chance to explore the natural landscape. For moments of relaxation, you can unwind in the family’s lush park. This comprehensive program ensures a rich, engaging, and authentic Italian living experience in the heart of Vilminore.
Booking Your Homestay with Chiara: Chiara offers a special rate for her Homestay experience in Bergamo and Lake Como to readers of the Matta Blog.
