Hosting your retreat or seminar
in the hills above Assisi
Hosting your retreat or seminar
in the hills above Assisi
Hosting your retreat or seminar
in the hills above Assisi
La Pila Umbria
Your Venue. Your Home.
La Pila Umbria
Your Venue. Your Home.
La Pila Umbria
Your Venue. Your Home.
La Pila will begin welcoming its first retreats and seminars in autumn 2027. We are currently connecting with facilitators, building our first calendar, and seeking to build relationships that can last over time.
This page is for experienced facilitators and retreat or seminar leaders who are interested in the development of a place like La Pila.
Discover Umbria, one of the most spiritually and culturally rich landscapes in Europe.
Discover Umbria, one of the most spiritually and culturally rich landscapes in Europe.
LOCATION
In the hillside near Bettona, the region offers ancient villages, nature walks, and a way of life apart from the noise of modern cities.
The nearest airports are Perugia (30 mins), Florence (2 hrs), and Rome (2.5 hrs).
Assisi train station is easily reachable by taxi (25 mins).
LOCATION
In the hillside near Bettona, the region offers ancient villages, nature walks, and a way of life apart from the noise of modern cities.
The nearest airports are Perugia (30 mins), Florence (2 hrs), and Rome (2.5 hrs).
Assisi train station is easily reachable by taxi (25 mins).
LOCATION
In the hillside near Bettona, the region offers ancient villages, nature walks, and a way of life apart from the noise of modern cities.
The nearest airports are Perugia (30 mins), Florence (2 hrs), and Rome (2.5 hrs).
Assisi train station is easily reachable by taxi (25 mins).
FACILITIES
La Pila is built to a high standard of quality, comfort and genuine thoughtfulness.
Every detail — from the acoustics of the group room to the linen in the bedrooms — has been considered with care.
FACILITIES
La Pila is built to a high standard of quality, comfort and genuine thoughtfulness.
Every detail — from the acoustics of the group room to the linen in the bedrooms — has been considered with care.
FACILITIES
La Pila is built to a high standard of quality, comfort and genuine thoughtfulness.
Every detail — from the acoustics of the group room to the linen in the bedrooms — has been considered with care.
OUTDOOR SPACES
Nature walks through the surrounding landscape
Swimming pool (open seasonally)
Gardens and quiet sitting areas for integration
The ruin of the old Franciscan monastery is a powerful presence on the land
OUTDOOR SPACES
Nature walks through the surrounding landscape
Swimming pool (open seasonally)
Gardens and quiet sitting areas for integration
The ruin of the old Franciscan monastery is a powerful presence on the land
OUTDOOR SPACES
Nature walks through the surrounding landscape
Swimming pool (open seasonally)
Gardens and quiet sitting areas for integration
The ruin of the old Franciscan monastery is a powerful presence on the land
Group Room
A spacious, light-filled hall with a handcrafted ceiling inspired by the Fibonacci spiral. The room supports a wide range of group work including meditation, movement, seminars, and professional conferences.
At 165 m2, this generous space offers a high-quality sound system and acoustics, with chairs, cushions and flexible seating configurations. Projection and AV equipment, meditation cushions, yoga mats, and additional equipment are available on request.
Group Room
A spacious, light-filled hall with a handcrafted ceiling inspired by the Fibonacci spiral. The room supports a wide range of group work including meditation, movement, seminars, and professional conferences.
At 165 m2, this generous space offers a high-quality sound system and acoustics, with chairs, cushions and flexible seating configurations. Projection and AV equipment, meditation cushions, yoga mats, and additional equipment are available on request.
Group Room
A spacious, light-filled hall with a handcrafted ceiling inspired by the Fibonacci spiral. The room supports a wide range of group work including meditation, movement, seminars, and professional conferences.
At 165 m2, this generous space offers a high-quality sound system and acoustics, with chairs, cushions and flexible seating configurations. Projection and AV equipment, meditation cushions, yoga mats, and additional equipment are available on request.
Food & Dining
A generous 135 m2 dining room with wide views, designed as a natural gathering point throughout the day. Food is sourced from our own farm and from local producers.
Dietary requirements and specific catering needs can be discussed during planning.
Food & Dining
A generous 135 m2 dining room with wide views, designed as a natural gathering point throughout the day. Food is sourced from our own farm and from local producers.
Dietary requirements and specific catering needs can be discussed during planning.
Food & Dining
A generous 135 m2 dining room with wide views, designed as a natural gathering point throughout the day. Food is sourced from our own farm and from local producers.
Dietary requirements and specific catering needs can be discussed during planning.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Accommodation
Assisi View Rooms
With a wide view over Assisi and the valley, these 10 rooms have ensuite bathrooms and can be used as single or twin rooms.
Forest View Rooms
Facing the forest and garden, these 4 spacious rooms have ensuite bathrooms and can be used as single or twin rooms.
Apartments
Our 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments offer additional space and privacy ideal for retreat hosts or small groups.
What you need to know
Designed for small to medium groups. On-site capacity up to 36 guests (14 rooms and 2 apartments). Larger groups can be accommodated in combination with housing in Bettona (10 mins).
La Pila is available year-round.
We welcome retreats & seminars of two nights or more. Weekends and longer stays fit naturally into the space and rhythm of La Pila Umbria.
On-site kitchen and catering
Professional sound system and acoustics
Projector, screen, and AV equipment
Flexible seating: chairs, floor cushions, meditation cushions, yoga mats
Outdoor seating to enjoy the surroundings
Additional equipment available on request
What you need to know
Designed for small to medium groups. On-site capacity up to 36 guests (14 rooms and 2 apartments). Larger groups can be accommodated in combination with housing in Bettona (10 mins).
La Pila is available year-round.
We welcome retreats & seminars of two nights or more. Weekends and longer stays fit naturally into the space and rhythm of La Pila Umbria.
On-site kitchen and catering
Professional sound system and acoustics
Projector, screen, and AV equipment
Flexible seating: chairs, floor cushions, meditation cushions, yoga mats
Outdoor seating to enjoy the surroundings
Additional equipment available on request
While you are here, La Pila becomes your home. A dedicated support person is available throughout for practical needs, so you can focus entirely on your group.
While you are here, La Pila becomes your home. A dedicated support person is available throughout for practical needs, so you can focus entirely on your group.
The luxury that nature gives is an abundance that comes from authenticity
The luxury that nature gives is an abundance that comes from authenticity
How hosting at La Pila works
We offer two models depending on the nature of your program.
Per person model: Rate per night per participant, including accommodation, meals, and use of all facilities. Suited to most retreat formats.
Group room rental: A fixed rate for the use of the group room, without accommodation. Lunch or dinner is provided by La Pila.
Pricing details are shared during our initial conversation, as the arrangement depends on your program, group size, and timing.
What is typically included:
Use of the group room and all shared spaces
On-site accommodation
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Facilitator house accommodation
Equipment and practical support
How hosting at La Pila works
We offer two models depending on the nature of your program.
Per person model: Rate per night per participant, including accommodation, meals, and use of all facilities. Suited to most retreat formats.
Group room rental: A fixed rate for the use of the group room, without accommodation. Lunch or dinner is provided by La Pila.
Pricing details are shared during our initial conversation, as the arrangement depends on your program, group size, and timing.
What is typically included:
Use of the group room and all shared spaces
On-site accommodation
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Facilitator house accommodation
Equipment and practical support
How hosting at La Pila works
We offer two models depending on the nature of your program.
Per person model: Rate per night per participant, including accommodation, meals, and use of all facilities. Suited to most retreat formats.
Group room rental: A fixed rate for the use of the group room, without accommodation. Lunch or dinner is provided by La Pila.
Pricing details are shared during our initial conversation, as the arrangement depends on your program, group size, and timing.
What is typically included:
Use of the group room and all shared spaces
On-site accommodation
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Facilitator house accommodation
Equipment and practical support
Bring your work here
Bring your work here
Bring your work here
In autumn 2027 La Pila will begin welcoming its first retreats and seminars. We are connecting with facilitators and professionals interested in getting to know the project and exploring the first possibilities together.
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La Pila Umbria Newsletter
We are building a first circle of facilitators, practitioners, and people who care about depth, connection, and the quality of their work.
Sign up to receive updates, previews, and reflections from the land.
Stay close as we grow
La Pila Umbria Newsletter
We are building a first circle of facilitators, practitioners, and people who care about depth, connection, and the quality of their work.
Sign up to receive updates, previews, and reflections from the land.