Such a beautiful home! Built hundreds of years ago and recently restored by Rafael and Alessandra. So many wonderful antiques and a fascinating library of old books that Rafael showed me. And many of the floors and features of the house are original!
This is a charming, peaceful, country home in the heart of Reggio-Emilia, with some amazing restaurants just minutes away. Also, the ancient town of Sabbionetta, which Raffael recommended is just a short drive.
Rafael and Alessandra were incredible, greeting us with cappuccinos by a blazing fire after we drove through a terrible storm, some wine and local Parmesan with housemade mustarda and green tomato jam. They gave us an excellent restaurant recommendation for dinner. And the next morning we awoke to a homemade breakfast... chestnuts on an open fire, homemade Italian pancakes, scrambled eggs and fresh squeezed blood orange juice and fresh baked pastries.
To say that Rafael and Alessandra are hospitable is an understatement. They go above and beyond. I only wish we could have stayed longer! You will not be disappointed if you stay at the House of Plums. A once in a life time experience.