Sant'Andrea was established amongst the green hills of northern Umbria about 13 years ago. From the very beginning our intentions have always been to provide a welcoming peaceful environment for those who are looking for a different vacation in close contact with nature, as well as appreciate eating healthy savoury organic food.

The place is also available for Groups that want to organise and develop their own workshops such as yoga, meditation, shiatsu, dance, etc..
These activities can be held in a charming
deconsecrated church, a really ancient building, which may also be used for sitting quietly, reading, listening to or making music.

There is a small swimming pool on the premises to refresh yourself during the summer heat, or simply relax in a shady spot. On clear starry nights one can sit around an outdoor camp fire.

Sant'Andrea is also an excellent place to use as a base for either walking or biking excursions, in which you can explore hills, woods, various hidden winding paths that marvellously unfold before your eyes. Furthermore at Pianello's river you will be surrounded by wonderful natural scenery with pools of crystal clear water ready accessible for those brave enough to dive in.

Alternatively, you may decide to take a car ride, visiting some of the most architecturally and culturally interesting cities of central Italy such as Gubbio, Assisi, Urbino, Perugia, Cortona, Città di Castello.

Meals are strictly vegetarian, prepared with great care, using organic vegetables which come mostly from our own garden. We also bake our own bread, as well as making tofu and seitan (proteins from soya and wheat), and a variety of jams and tomatoes sauces. We have beehives which provide most of our honey, and hens which provide free-range eggs.

Sant'Andrea is very suitable for those who want to take a retreat and/or want to explore in depth the work of J. Krishnamurti. A library with a collection of his books and videos is available

Particularly, our attention is focused on the value of dialogue as well as relationship with one another.

Some organised activities are:
Educational experiences for children.
Guided nature walks.