Our Story: Were It All Began
Soul of Abruzzo was born from a serendipitous meeting. Searching for meaningful change, Oliver stumbled upon Piero’s farm in Abruzzo, a region tied to Oliver’s family roots. Drawn by the connection to his heritage, he decided to stay for two months. The experience was transformative; days filled with harvesting fresh produce, sharing meals with Piero’s family, and soaking in the beauty of the land. It left a deep imprint on his soul.
The warmth of the people, the simplicity of farm life, and the breathtaking beauty of Abruzzo sparked an idea: why not share this with others? As Oliver shared his journey with friends and online communities, people felt the pull to experience the same magic. From there, Soul of Abruzzo Retreats was created, not as a typical vacation, but as a way to connect with the true heart of Italy.
Now, each retreat welcomes guests like family, offering the same joy, peace, and soulful connection to the land that forever changed Oliver’s life. Here, you’re invited to rediscover life’s simplest and most meaningful pleasures.
About Us
Soul of Abruzzo Retreats was born from a love for the simple, beautiful things that make life feel full: good food, laughter around the table, a slower pace, and a deep connection to nature.
Our mission is to create experiences that bring people back to this sweetness. In a world that asks us to keep moving, achieving, and striving for more, we want to offer the opposite: space to breathe, to savor, and to remember the simple pleasures of life.
This way of living is not new. Piero and his family have been caring for their farm in the mountains of Roccomontepiano for more than 50 years. Their days are shaped by the seasons. Tending the gardens, pressing olives into golden oil, harvesting grapes for wine, collecting honey from the bees. What comes from the land finds its way directly to the table, where meals are shared with love and time is never rushed. Our family is passionate about sharing this with you!
When you visit, you’ll become part of the Italian culture. You’ll see how the food you eat is grown, join in the traditions of turning the farm grown food into delicious homemade meals following the traditional recipes of the family & Abruzzo.
Beyond the food, you’ll explore hidden mountain towns, hike forest trails, nearby Italian beaches, or simply rest into the slower beat of life here.
Our vision is simple: to share this way of living with a world that has forgotten its sweetness. Soul of Abruzzo Retreats is more than a vacation, it’s a return to the heart, where simplicity becomes a luxury and every moment feels alive.
Meet Luigi, Tony, Vilma, and Piero — the heart of Soul of Abruzzo. Farmers, cooks, storytellers, and hosts who welcome you like family.
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