High in the hills of the Casentino Valley and tucked away among trees and ancient ruins lies the Novanta Hotel. With passion and an eye for detail, the houses and gardens have been transformed into a beautiful retreat. You\u2019ll quickly feel at home here and naturally become part of this unique little village. <\/p>\n\n
In 2014, three Dutchmen came up with the idea of starting a pop-up hotel in Tuscany for 90 days (Novanta). The dusty Borgo di Gello\u2014the village was abandoned and up for sale\u2014was the ideal place to bring this idea to life and escape the daily grind in the Netherlands. <\/p>\n\n
Ten years later, Novanta90 celebrated its anniversary. The village is located at an elevation of approximately 600 meters in the Casentino forests. The \u201cBorgo\u201d consists of 16 houses and a church, with a total of 18 rooms and 2 cottages. <\/p>\n\n
The hamlet of Castello di Gello, located slightly lower down, and the surrounding valley have now also been purchased. Seven of the ten houses in the village are part of Novanta. In this way, this unique and authentic little spot is gradually being expanded. Vacation homes are being built here, along with a second swimming pool. <\/p>\n\n
Novanta 90 is a place where guests feel at home. Yes, it\u2019s luxurious, but there\u2019s no daily housekeeping, for example. It\u2019s a hotel, but you pour your own drinks. The vision is and remains a work in progress that continues to grow while retaining its unique charm and free spirit. This keeps things exciting for both guests and staff. <\/p>\n\n
A beautiful 20-meter-long swimming pool and the river, just 15 minutes away, offer a wonderful way to cool off and relax. <\/p>\n\n
Novanta90 is about a twenty-minute drive from civilization. Bibbiena is 5 kilometers away (about a 15-minute drive). This area in the Casentino province offers a somewhat different side of Tuscany<\/a> than the famous rolling hills dotted with cypress trees we\u2019re familiar with. It\u2019s much more forested, more natural, and features greater elevation changes. Novanta itself also has varying elevations. Novanta is home to a few cats, a dog, horses, and cows. <\/p>\n\n Food is important at Novanta. Chef Maurizio lives in a nearby village and passionately prepares his favorite dishes using local ingredients. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Working with local suppliers, he prepares the most delicious meals inspired by \u201ccucina povera.\u201d As a guest, you\u2019re welcome to visit the kitchen, and you can also cook for yourself in the cottages. <\/p>\n\nRestaurant serving local cuisine <\/h2>\n\n
What to do: workshops & hiking <\/h2>\n\n