International Lifestyle Magazine Issue 56 | Page 101

pastures, wild poppies, roses, and
wisteria.
One afternoon in 2014, after
lunch, the entire group embarked
on an excursion to the medieval
town of Gubbio for an afternoon
of exploration, followed by dinner
at Taverna di Lupo, a celebrated
local restaurant. Although it
was difficult to imagine that any
restaurant could parallel the
culinary delights of Le Torracce’s
kitchen, the outing was such a
success that this feature will be
offered again in 2015.
All afternoons and evenings
are unstructured, so writers
can continue with their writing
practice, yogis can deepen
their practice outdoors or in,
and all participants can enjoy
the countryside or the call of
a nap under their beds’ down
comforters.
The retreat centre’s main building
was originally built in the 1800’s
as a military tower to protect the
Franciscan pilgrims on their way
to and from Gubbio and Assisi. It
was a shock to the retreatants to
learn that the pilgrims had to be
protected from the Benedictines!
The tower has been lovingly
restored and houses the kitchen,
dining rooms, one group room,
and eight magnificent bedrooms,
some with a private terrace, all
with breathtaking views. Several
additions have been constructed
over the years by the attentive
and generous owners and hosts,
Giorgio and Leela. These include a
vast group room, an indoor healing
pool, and a series of rooms, each
with their own outdoor lounging
area. There is also a large elegant
swimming pool, and two covered
outdoor sitting areas.
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