UMBRIA: 17TH CENTURY CHURCH VILLA
NOMAD HOME MICHELIN SERIES
NOMAD HOME: MICHELIN SERIES
Nomad Home is ecstatic to introduce our new retreat series, where we partner with Michelin Starred Chefs and Sommeliers at the top of their craft to curate authentic, bespoke, and unforgettable culinary experiences.
Our Umbria Michelin Retreat is set in a gorgeous hilltop 17th Century Church and Rectory turned rustic villa, with a large pool, and olive grove in the middle of the countryside.
Umbria is ideal for soaking in the true Italian experience with some of the oldest medieval towns in Italy. Known as a top culinary region in Italy, your retreat will include world-class culinary experiences with the Michelin Star Chef Delfo Schiaffino, Sommelier Rachel van Weringh, and Italian Nonna Teresa Maria Silveri.
Join us in this bespoke Nomad Home experience and make lifelong connections with a family of entrepreneurs, remote workers and creatives.
UMBRIA: 17TH CENTURY RESTORED CHURCH VILLA
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Built in the 17th century and previously a Church and Rectory for the priest, this beautifully restored rustic villa and large pool is set on top of a hill with a 360 degree view of it’s garden, olive groves, and the Umbrian countryside.
Nestled in a protected natural landscape, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, the mountain we sit on top of is known for its wild truffles and offers a spectacular stargazing experience on clear nights. The surroundings are stunning with ancient oaks, fragrant wildflowers, olive groves, fruit trees, and herbs.
A true oasis of peace and tranquility, yet only a short ten-minute drive away from markets, restaurants, bars, and cultural heritage sites. The area is abundant with lakes, natural wonders, and sporting activities, for whatever adventurous opportunities you want to explore.
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Umbria, also known as the “Green Heart of Italy”, a region characterized by nature, hills and beautiful landscapes of olive groves, dense forests and hills.
Umbria overflows with Etruscan ruins, pretty medieval hill-towns, and is known as being one of the top culinary regions in Italy. Famous as the region of olive oil, salami, lentils, truffles, chocolate and wine – its restaurants delight in making the most of the local produce, washed down by phenomenal wines.
More traditional, off-the-beaten track in comparison to it’s neighbor Tuscany, Umbria is sometimes described as ”undiscovered”. You can expect a more authentic Italian experience in Umbria with beautifully preserved and lesser traveled medieval towns. Umbria is perfect for travelers who enjoy a slower, more laid-back pace.
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Umbrian cuisine is a celebration of the home, with dishes that embrace simplicity and authenticity. It’s unique terroir has given rise to cured meats, earthy truffles, flavorful olive oils, beautiful silky chocolate and full-bodied wines.
It’s villages and medieval towns are dotted with charming Trattorias and family-owned Osterias where the aroma of slow-cooked stews and fresh pasta, like the local 'Strangozzi,' wafts through the air. From the robust flavors of Cinghiale to the earthy notes of truffle-infused dishes, Umbrian fare reflects the region's agricultural roots and a deep connection to the land.
Umbria's rolling hills are covered by olive groves and vineyards. The region produces some of the finest Extra Virgin Olive Oils in the country and was the first Italian region to receive the DOP designation for the entire territory. The region also yields world-class wines, with Sagrantino standing as the star red and Orvieto, its crisp, iconic white wine.
YOUR CULINARY TEAM
DELFO SCHIAFFINO: 3* Michelin Sous Chef and 1* Michelin Executive Head Chef
To Delfo, cooking is a form of storytelling. I tell a story that reflects his uniquely German and Italian heritage, his experiences, and his philosophy on celebrating the natural textures, and flavors of hyperlocal ingredients.
Delfo has worked alongside some of the most esteemed and reputable chefs in the industry. He has been a Sous Chef of 3 Star Michelin La Pergola*** in Rome, 3 Star Michelin Jonnie Boer at De Librije***, and Browns Hotel Mayfair.
Currently, he is the Executive Head Chef of 1 Star Michelin St. George by Heinz Beck* in Taormina, Sicily, where his exceptional culinary skills earned him not just once, but twice a Michelin star.
Our experience will not only include a private tasting menu dinner curated by Delfo, but also a hands-on Michelin Star Chef Cooking Class where you will learn the skills to master elevated Italian cuisine.
RACHEL VAN WERINGH: Sommelier Level 4
Rachel is a dedicated host and Sommelier born in the Netherlands with a specialization in wines.
After completing her Level 4 in wine studies at the Wine Academy of the Netherlands, she started her own wine company in the Netherlands and worked as a wine educator, but it has always been her dream to move to Italy.
In 2021, she started a new adventure in Sicily, working at a winery on the slopes of volcano Etna. Rachel's passion for wine comes from the unique producers and stories behind each vintage. She shares her knowledge and passion about wines without overcomplicating it, believing that wine is meant to be enjoyed with good food and good company.
TERESA MARIA SILVERI: Italian Nonna
Teresa, born in the vibrant Trastevere quarter in Rome in the 60's, moved to Umbria about 30 years ago. Together with her husband, she lives on the mountain next to our villa.
An Italian Nonna that has raised two children and now grandchildren, she is dedicated to making food the traditional way. Teresa cultivates her own vegetables, herbs, fruits, grains, chickens and eggs and still uses very limited electricity and cooking with a wood oven.
An expert in traditional handmade pastas, fresh bread, and slow-cooked Umbrian meals. While she speaks a only a bit of English, her food conveys her love and passion.
RETREAT DATES
Sept 14-21, 2024
Sept 21-28, 2024
8 days
Umbria, Italy
Sept 28-Oct 1, 2024
Oct 1-Oct 4, 2024
4 days
Umbria, Italy
WHAT TO EXPECT: ALL INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
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An exclusive community of adventurous, charismatic individuals, comprising entrepreneurs, remote workers, and creatives, has been carefully curated through an interview process to form the Nomad Home family.
Selection criteria include character, commitment to personal and professional goals, and those who would add positively to the atmosphere of the group.
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17th Century Hilltop Church and Rectory Restored as a Rustic Villa
Beautiful Surrounding Olive Groves, Orchards and Oak Forests Large Outdoor Pool
Al Fresco Dining and Coworking Spaces
Laundry Machine
High-speed Wifi
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A private winery tour of a family-owned award-winning Umbrian winery alongside a tasting of their best wines and homemade cured meats and cheeses
Umbrian truffle hunting with a 3rd generation hunter followed by a truffle infused lunch paired with wine
Michelin Star chef led cooking class to learn the techniques for elevated Italian cuisine
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Private Chef multi-course dinner parties with signature Nomad Home table styling and decor
Daily Private Chef breakfast, coffee, and lunches
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Private transportation for airport pickup and drop off on the first and last day of the retreat from Florence airport
Transportation to and from all tours
Additional transport for optional exploration at additional cost
Flights not included
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Day 1: Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Welcome home! After we pick you up from the Florence airport, we’ll let you settle into your new countryside home and get ready for a Private Chef curated dinner party! You’ll celebrate your first night with an Italian tasting menu prepared by a Michelin-starred Chef with a Sommelier wine pairing, all in the private comfort of our villa. Dining al fresco under the late summer moonlight, this is the perfect setting to bond with your new family.
Meals Included: Dinner & Wine
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Day 2: Truffle Hunting & Tasting
The truffle-rich mountains of Torre Certalda in Umbria is famous for it’s white and black truffles. Considered an important tradition and a real competition, you will join Luca, a 3rd generation truffle hunter and seasoned farmer with over 30 years and his expert truffle dog on an authentic expedition. After the thrill of the hunt, indulge in a farmer's lunch featuring truffle-infused multi-course lunch.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Truffle Hunting Lunch & Wine, Dinner
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Day 3: Umbertide Evening Visit (Optional Free Time)
Balance is key. Take this free day to explore, relax, or stay in for self-care, at your own pace. If you are in the mood for exploring, we will be visiting the small medieval town of Umbertide where we will indulge in the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine at a traditional trattoria. Ask your Community Manager for other recommended activities in the area.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Michelin Cooking Class
You will be guided along an innovative Italian cooking class by Michelin Star Chef Delfo Schaffino. His advanced class promises an unforgettable four-course fine-dining meal, where he shares his signature recipes, imparts culinary techniques, and guides you through hands-on preparations, using hyper local ingredients grown right on our own estate. You’ll enjoy the fruits of your dishes with expertly paired wines from our Sommelier Rachel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Wine
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Day 5: It's Wine Time!
Umbria has an ancient tradition of viticulture. Prepare for a Private Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting at a local vineyard operated by a passionate Umbrian family dedicated to organic production. Here, you will learn about the history of winemaking in the area and savor their award-winning wines alongside homemade dishes that include local cheeses & their own production of meat.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Wine
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Day 6: Assisi Medieval Town Visit
Known for its medieval charm, Assisi is one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. Its location is reminiscent of a typical medieval village, perched on a hill overlooking the valley. Rich with history and cultural significance, Assisi was founded by the Umbrians around 1000 BC and famous for being the birthplace of St. Francis, patron Saint of Italy. After exploring the town, we will sit for a traditional Umbrian meal at a local ristorante.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Wine
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Day 7: Goodbye Family Dinner
After the last day of work, it's time to indulge in one last villa dinner made by our Private Chef, Italian Nonna Teresa, paired with delicious wines paired by our Sommelier. Celebrate the unforgettable moments made with your new family and start planning your reunion!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Wine
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Day 8: Arrivederci!
We love you! We will miss you! Savour the last moments (for now) with your Nomad Home family. We will drop you off at the Florence Airport and count down the days until we see you again.
Meals Included: Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Twin Room
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2 Twin Beds
1 Desk
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7 Night/8 Day:
5100€ Double Occupancy
6300€ Single Occupancy
3 Night/4 Day:
2600€ Double Occupancy
3600€ Single Occupancy
Deluxe Room
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1 Queen Bed
1 Desk
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7 Night/8 Day:
5300€ Double Occupancy
6400€ Single Occupancy
3 Night/4 Day:
2800€ Double Occupancy
3800€ Single Occupancy
Master Suite with Kitchenette
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1 Queen Bed
1 Desk
Ensuite Bathroom
Kitchenette
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7 Night/8 Day:
5500€ Double Occupancy
6600€ Single Occupancy
3 Night/4 Day:
3000€ Double Occupancy
4200€ Single Occupancy
OUR NOMAD HOME FAMILY
Connection is why we exist. Nomad Home is on a mission to redefine solo travel and create a community of adventurous entrepreneurs, remote workers, and creatives.
We are setting the table to lifelong relationships by curating the finest bespoke travel experiences in the world.
Our family is carefully selected to be made up of vibrant, charismatic, and open-minded individuals with a location-agnostic lifestyle.
We’d love to meet you to see if we’d be the perfect fit.
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Charlotte
CO-FOUNDER of HANDS London
My favourite thing about Nomad Home is being able to connect with a large group of people from all over the world. I usually make friends slowly but when you spend so much time with a group of people, you become extremely close very quickly. That has been rare in my adult life and something I’ll always treasure. I’ve made friendships that will last a lifetime - we have already planned a few meetups since.
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Laurie
FOUNDER of Outsourceful
Running my own business can get lonely and repetitive at times so it was refreshing to be able to travel, cowork, and bounce ideas with a group of founders. Although many of us were from different countries, it was surprising how much we had in common. I’ve been to multiple Nomad Home events now and the London events were a great way to meet people in my home city. There are 4 of us that met that have already set up monthly dinners; we really left as a family.
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Andrea
PRODUCT MARKETING MANAGER and CONTENT CREATOR
I’ve remote worked for 5 years and found that it’s been difficult to find people that love luxury travel and have a flexible lifestyle. Nomad Home has given me a community to grow together personally and professionally with, when I honestly didn’t realize I could make these deep of connections of my adult life. What’s better is I got to do it while wine tasting and dinner partying.
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Jesse
CO-FOUNDER of BLA Design Group and FOUNDER of Adessa Visuals
I work a lot, which means I don’t have much time to get away, socialize, or plan travel itineraries. Nomad Home has made it easy for me to just show up, enjoy unique activities and dinner parties that are off the beaten path, and connect with interesting people working on cool projects I would have never met otherwise. It was even better that I got to do all of it while getting my work done.
HOW IT WORKS
Our retreats are exclusive, small group, and curated to connect likeminded entrepreneurs, creatives & remote workers.
We have a selective process to ensure we have members that are fun, young at heart, and building valuable projects.
Retreat bookings will automatically grant you a complimentary Platinum Lifetime Membership. Apply today to speak with our team to see if we’d be the perfect fit.
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Submit the application form and schedule a time for a 15 minute interview with your membership or retreat option.
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If you are selected, our team will send you next steps with membership details.
MEMBERSHIP TIERS
Bronze Membership: 25€ Monthly
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Invitation to Nomad Home member community events
Access to exclusive online Nomad Home community
Monthly Nomad Home Newsletters
Exclusive offers from our partner hotels, restaurants, and brands
1 Coffee Chat invitation per 3 months
200€ Referral bonus if you refer a friend for a successful retreat purchase
Gold Membership: 500€ Yearly
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Dedicated Community Manager to facilitate live member introductions in the cities you travel
Discounts off all future retreats (5%)
Discounts off all future community events and supper clubs (20%)
Invitation to Nomad Home member community events
Access to exclusive online Nomad Home community
Monthly Nomad Home Newsletters
Exclusive offers from our partner hotels, restaurants, and brands
1 Coffee Chat invitation per month
200€ Referral bonus if you refer a friend for a successful retreat purchase
Platinum Membership: 2500€ Lifetime (Complimentary with a Retreat Booking)
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Surprise Nomad Home Welcome Package
Priority for all future event bookings
Dedicated Community Manager to facilitate live member introductions in the cities you travel
Discounts off all future retreats (10%)
Discounts off all future community events and supper clubs (20%)
Invitation to Nomad Home member community events
Access to exclusive online Nomad Home community
Monthly Nomad Home Newsletters
Exclusive offers from our partner hotels, restaurants, and brands
2 Coffee Chat invitations per month
300€ Referral bonus if you refer a friend for a successful retreat purchase
FAQ
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Transportation, daily breakfast, all activities and meals in the itinerary, and additional Wifi.
Flights are not included.
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For our 8 day retreats, all guests will have free time during the day to work as they please as most activities are in the evening or weekend.
For our 4 day retreats, activities will be throughout the day so there will only be pockets of work time. Of course, you can participate as you prefer and if you have specific schedule accommodations, please email (admin@nomad-home.com)
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Yes. Please send us an email and indicate what room you’d like, who you would like to be in the room with, and we will take it into consideration in the selection phase.
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Yes. Please let us know your room preference and we will work to pair you with another guest if you both select a shared room.
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The trip pick-up and drop-off will be at the Bordeaux airport, a 2 hour drive from our villa. Transportation is organized from that specific location, if you have a custom request, we will try our best to help coordinate; subject to additional cost.
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Yes, the minimum age is 21 years old for all stays.
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Please verify the entrance requirements for your respective country. Many countries are able to have a tourist visa issued at no charge upon arrival. When entering the country, we suggest selecting ‘vacation’ on the immigration form and using the villa’s address; provided at the time of booking.
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There is a village about a 15 minutes walk away with the daily essentials, grocery, and restaurants. All tours will have transportation included. If you wish to have your own transportation during weekdays, you can rent a car or bike for personal use.
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We will try our best to accommodate dietary restrictions, however require time to plan the options with food/tour providers. Please send us an email with your requests and we will inquire on your behalf: admin@nomad-home.com
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If cancelling a booking within 48 hours of placing your booking you will receive a full refund. Please note, the 24 hour period begins when you place your initial booking.
Cancellation after this period incurs cancellation fees, depending on how far in advance you cancel.
If cancelling within:
90 days of the retreat start date - the 1500€ deposit is non-refundable
Within 60 days of the retreat start date - 50% is non-refundable
45 days of the retreat start date - 100% non-refundable
Please email (admin@nomad-home.com) to request cancellation.
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Yes. If chosen as a participant, a 1500€ deposit is required before the remainder of the payment 60 days before the retreat start date.
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Yes. Payment plan below is available, please contact (admin@nomad-home.com) if you’d like to activate:
1500€ Deposit at time of booking
50% of remainder of payment at 90 days from retreat start date
50% of remainder of payment at 60 days from retreat start date
