Is it possible to book a farm stay?
'Agriturismo' — stress the fourth syllable: 'a-gri-tu-RI-smo'. Five syllables — take them slowly.
Use when enquiring about this uniquely Italian form of accommodation — working farms that host guests. Very popular in Tuscany, Umbria, Sicily, and Puglia.
'Agriturismo' is a uniquely Italian concept: working farms (aziende agricole) that are legally licensed to host guests and must serve food produced on the farm. Regulated by Law 96/2006. They are not hotels but offer authentic rural experiences.
L'agriturismo produce il proprio vino?
Does the agriturismo produce its own wine?
Asks about on-site wine production
Si possono fare escursioni a cavallo?
Can one do horse rides?
Many agriturismi offer equestrian activities
È isolato o vicino al paese?
Is it isolated or near a village?
Asks about the location relative to amenities
The agriturismo concept was created by Italian law in 1985 to support farmers and preserve rural landscapes. An authentic agriturismo must derive at least 30% of its income from farming. Tuscany alone has over 5,000 registered agriturismi. They are among Italy's most sought-after accommodation experiences.