Eremito

Hidden deep within the untouched hills of Umbria, Eremito is a contemporary hermitage that feels like stepping into another century, where candlelit stone interiors, sweeping valley views and the quiet rhythm of monastic living create a profoundly peaceful sense of escape.

Story

Eremito’s story begins in the wild hills of Umbria, where this remote stone settlement once formed part of the region’s rural agricultural life, hidden among forests, valleys and ancient pilgrimage paths. Over time, the buildings fell into silence, becoming part of the landscape itself, their weathered stone walls quietly absorbing centuries of Umbrian solitude.

Years later, founder Marcello Murzilli reimagined the abandoned hamlet as a contemporary hermitage inspired by medieval monasteries, carefully restoring the original stone architecture while preserving its spirit of simplicity and retreat. Candlelit cloisters, vaulted dining halls, wrought iron beds and hand finished natural materials now create an atmosphere of sacred stillness without disturbing the soul of the place.

Why we selected Eremito

A contemporary hermitage

A beautifully reimagined stone retreat inspired by medieval monasteries, where simplicity, ritual and candlelit stillness define the experience.

Silence as luxury

No televisions, no distractions and limited connectivity create a rare form of modern luxury: deep rest, reflection and genuine mental quiet.

Rooted in wild Umbria

Hidden among forests, valleys and ancient paths, the stay is immersed in one of Umbria’s most untouched landscapes.

Monastic design, modern soul

Stone cloisters, vaulted halls, wrought iron beds and candlelit dining create an atmosphere that feels both sacred and deeply restorative.

Local life & traditions

This is the land of monastic gardens, olive groves and ancient forests, where lentils, chickpeas, farro and herbs still shape the rhythms of daily life. Seasonal harvests, woodland foraging and simple plant based cooking remain deeply tied to Umbrian traditions that have long been influenced by abbeys, pilgrimage routes and rural self sufficiency.

The surrounding valleys rise in stone farmhouses, medieval villages and quiet chapels, a landscape proud of its spiritual and agricultural heritage. Hand cut stone, wrought iron and timber beams define the architecture, while kitchens centre on soups, legumes, wild mushrooms, black truffle and olive oil pressed from nearby groves.

Authentic experiences in the area

Walk ancient pilgrimage and forest paths

Set out directly from the hermitage on silent walking trails through forests, valleys and ancient pilgrimage routes that have shaped this spiritual corner of Umbria for centuries.

Truffle foraging and woodland gastronomy

Explore the surrounding woods with local experts to discover black truffles, wild herbs and mushrooms, followed by simple Umbrian meals rooted in the traditions of the land.

Medieval villages and sacred sites

Visit nearby stone villages, Romanesque abbeys and quiet chapels where Umbria’s spiritual and architectural heritage remains deeply woven into daily life.

Candlelit meditation and star filled nights

Return to the hermitage for evening meditation, candlelit dining and long hours beneath extraordinary dark skies, where the wilderness and silence become part of the experience itself.

Protecting culture & land

At Eremito, preservation begins with restoration. The abandoned Umbrian stone hamlet has been carefully revived rather than rebuilt, retaining original walls, cloisters, timber beams and handcrafted ironwork that safeguard the architectural spirit of the region’s rural monasteries and farm settlements.

Hidden within protected hills, forests and valleys, the hermitage protects the wild character of this untouched landscape, resisting overdevelopment and honouring traditions of self sufficiency, monastic simplicity and plant based Umbrian cooking. Local olive oil, legumes, woodland herbs and regional craftsmanship keep both cultural and economic value rooted in place.

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Location & surroundings

Located in the wild hills of southwestern Umbria, the area surrounding Eremito is renowned for its protected forests, ancient pilgrimage paths and the untouched valleys that define one of Italy’s most contemplative landscapes.

Hidden deep within a nature reserve, Eremito opens onto sweeping views of woodland, olive groves and rolling Umbrian hills. From its cloisters and terraces, guests look out across silent valleys, stone paths and vast star filled skies, a panorama that captures the profound stillness of this sacred corner of Umbria.

Key details

Address

Località Tarina, 2
05010 Parrano
TR, Italy

Getting here

By plane: Perugia Airport (approx. 1 hour) or Rome Fiumicino (approx. 2 hours by car)

By train: Orvieto or Fabro stations (approx. 40–50 minutes by car)

Private transfers, guided forest walks and pilgrimage path excursions can be arranged

Facilities

Simple monastic style rooms with wrought iron beds, candlelight and sweeping valley views

Candlelit vegetarian dining inspired by monastic Umbrian traditions

Silent cloisters, stone terraces and contemplative lounge spaces for reading and reflection

Meditation, yoga and holistic wellness rituals in the surrounding wilderness

No televisions, limited connectivity and a deeply restorative digital detox atmosphere

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Rooms: 14 rooms and suites

Season: Year round

Words from the founder, Marcello Murzilli

“Our story begins with the belief that true luxury is silence, simplicity and time to return to yourself. Whatever brings you here, whether rest, reflection or the desire to step away from the noise of modern life, we hope Eremito becomes part of your own story of stillness.”

Every stay booked direct keeps value with the people of this place, so they can reinvest in culture, community and land

We believe travel should give back more than it takes; that it can protect cultures, not erode them.

That is why we connect you directly with each hotel’s own website. By booking direct, value remains in the hands of those who shape these places, enabling reinvestment into local culture, community, and land.