Renai & Monte

The Agritourism Renai & Monte opened its doors in 1992, but the history of the farm goes back almost a century, hand in hand with that of four generations of Baragli, the family that has always cultivated olive trees and vineyards just outside Gambassi Terme. Wholehearted farmers who still live according to the rural rituals of sharing and mutual assistance. For example, olive tree pruning is still done with help from neighbours, and all energies are pooled, because beyond all contemporary myths, farming is still very hard work.

A farmer: thick shoes and a thin brain, says an Italian proverb; but the Baraglis deserve credit not only for having cultivated the land, but also for the forward-looking idea of opening their home and becoming hosts. Now, Ritano Baragli’s idea is realised every day by Ilaria, his youngest daughter, who for a few years has been taking care of the house and its guests with the enthusiasm typical of young people beginning a new adventure. Ilaria is not only a thoughtful host, she’s also the friend from here that everyone wants to know: she gives advice, makes plans and does backflips for all her guests. She is helped by her mother Loriana, the classic mamma who teaches you how to make pasta and prepares cakes for breakfast. In addition to her numerous duties in the fields, you may find her in the garden taking care of her flowers…

At Renai & Monte the atmosphere is relaxed; the property’s two houses are deep in the family’s estate, in an island of peace suited for families, where you can regain time, live lazily, spoil yourselves, enjoy your children, let them play outside, rediscover the beauty of doing nothing or resting before discovering what the area can give: culture, nature, good food and good wine.