Named after some of the area’s first settlers, Sextantio is a gorgeous series of buildings spread around the beautiful Italian village Santo Stefano di Sessanio. It was bought and restored by the Swedish-Italian entrepeneur and hotelier Daniele Kihlgren (article about Mr Kihlgren published in ‘The Independant’ here). He had the fabulous idea to transform the empty dwellings into about 30 grotto styled hotel rooms. A very interesting hotel concept!
The hotel is located in Central Italy in the Abruzzo region (about 150 km from Rome Fiumicino Airport).
Sextantio is not a hip and glamorous Italian hotel with luxury accomodation! It is a place for people with a strong sense of adventure, a passion for history and authenticity.
Sextantio is not a traditional hotel, but tradition is deeply ingrained in its foundations.
The village Santo Stefano di Sessanio.
Entrance of the hotel Sextantio.
What a gorgeous view!
The reception of the hotel.
The restaurant of the hotel. For those who value a beautiful local meal.
Notice the flickering candles on the tables. Romantic!
The hotel is a throw-back to the Middle Ages, with craftwork made by villagers,maintaining traditions and simplicity but with modern comfort integrated.
Let’s discover the rooms!
You will find beautiful localy woven bed linens, 17th century wooden ceilings and ancient fire places, combined with modern technology.
Every piece of furniture is either an antique find or made by hand using traditonal methods and techniques.
Every room has its fire place.
Mix of a design bath tube and antique furniture, remaining simplicity!
Having breakfast in one of the rooms!
Eye for detail.
The traditions and ancient crafts are reinstated in the village, such as handicrafts and weaving of wool by the villagers.
Locals at work.
The village Santo Stefano di Sessanio by night.
SEXTANTIO
Via Principe Umberto
67020 Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Italy
Telefono +39 0862 899112
E-mail reservation@sextantio.it
Now that summer holidays are approaching, I thought it was a good idea to introduce you to the hotel SEXTANTIO.
And wouldn’t it be a wonderful place for a blogger meeting??!!
What are your thoughts about this hotel?
xx
Greet
All images : website of Sextantio : http://www.sextantio.it/
Greet...that is fabulous...did they ever hit the nail right on the head beautiful designs and beautiful photos! Thanks for that...Heather
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ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant idea! The hotel took my breathe away! My passport is ready!!!
I feel I could go there to rest and rekindle my soul, getting back in touch with life's natural rhythms.
Peace and tranquility oozes from every photo!
Perfect way for me to start what will be a very hectic day...
Cheers,
John
Wow, can you imagine waking up to that view after a night in this quaint hotel? Love this idea.
ReplyDeleteHappy Tuesday, Greet.
Teresa
xoxo
The old world charm draws you in, it's stunning. Guests must be prepared for a simple and rustic stay - but that is good for the soul and offers something that luxury hotels cannot.
ReplyDeleteI'd stay there..... and maybe never leave.
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful...
ReplyDeleteI want to go there. Thank you!
What a fabulous place! The simplicity is stunning... I will see if Sextantio will fit into my travel plans as I would love to see it first hand.
ReplyDeleteHi Greet!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this great discovery! Absolutely breathtaking! Let me know when the blogger meeting is taking place!!!!!! I'll be on the next flight out of Boston!
Ciao!
xo
danielle
Oh wow!!! Isn't Italy just divine. I haven't been to this part of Italy...but maybe I should!!!!!! Merci beaucoup.
ReplyDeleteso happy to have this post for future reference! really. it is being added to the list because it's perfect for how i would like to unwind.
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michele
I just sent this post to the husband because this is a must go to in Italy! Love the hotel and if you form a bloggers meeting there I'm so in!
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Debra~
Magnifique! Très facile avec le vol Ryanair Charleroi-Pescara. A voir... à vivre absolument. Ciao
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea and incredible dedication! Stunning combination of authentic historical interiors with modern elements and gadgets. Truly labor of love and passion+ wealth and vision. Who wouldn't love to stay there and never leave?
ReplyDeleteThank you Greet for sharing this wonderful find.
Staying there would be quite the adventure, Greet! I would LOVE a chance to stay there, I can just see myself lounging in that huge tub, enjoying the fire in the fireplace. Yes, that is the kind of place that we would enjoy very much.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the chance to see it.
Love and hugs, Cindy
What an absolutely fascinating place! An adventure just staying there! You really could feel like a local, and that's what I like to do when I travel. Thank you so much for the great post!
ReplyDeletethis is the most amazing post.
ReplyDeleteit just amazes me that it is a hotel
that you can actually stay in!!
i would love to go.
xx hope you had a happy easter xxx
WOW WOW WOW!!! The most gorgeous hotel I have seen in a long time! I'm showing this one to my hubby... hint hint ;) Thank you for always inspiring me Greet! Best wishes to you!
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Desiree
Oh my...can I go tomorrow? I hate to admit it but we are so busy and I am completely worn out. This looks like the perfect place to regroup and regain perspective. Thanks for sharing. XO, Mona
ReplyDeleteHave been to so many parts of Italy but know that there are still so many places to discover and I love the hotel you just featured. That will be on my list for our next visit. Thank you from the bottom of my Italian heart!
ReplyDeleteHi Greet! Absolutely beautiful post. My favorite room is the one with the gray walls and big white statue....wow...so glam.
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Jenah
You post is great collection of indoor house pictures, coloring and design making every thing look like paradise.
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