Tenuta Campetti di Lubiara

Tenuta Campetti di Lubiara Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Tenuta Campetti di Lubiara? I wasn’t expecting to find such a polished operation tucked away in this corner of the Veneto countryside. I mean, when you’re winding through these narrow roads past vineyards and old farmhouses, you start wondering if your GPS is leading you astray – but then you pull up to this beautifully restored estate and everything clicks into place.

The property itself is one of those places that manages to feel both refined and completely unpretentious. The buildings have that weathered stone look that you can’t fake, with shutters that actually seem like they belong rather than being there for show. What really got my attention was how quiet it is here – not dead quiet, but that perfect countryside quiet where you hear birds and maybe a tractor in the distance instead of traffic. The rooms are spacious (honestly refreshing after some of the shoebox hotels you encounter in Italy), and they’ve done this smart thing where they kept the rustic character but added all the modern touches you actually want. Good water pressure, reliable wifi, proper lighting for reading – details that matter when you’re staying more than a night or two.

Here’s the thing about this place that I didn’t realize until my second day: it’s positioned perfectly for exploring the Valpolicella wine region without dealing with the crowds that swarm places closer to Verona. You’re maybe twenty minutes from some seriously good wineries, but you come back to this peaceful bubble where the most exciting thing happening is maybe a wedding reception on the weekend (which, by the way, they handle really well – I was worried about noise but it was totally fine). The breakfast spread is what you’d hope for – local cheeses, proper coffee, fresh pastries – served in this bright room that looks out over their gardens. Nothing fancy, just done right. The staff has that comfortable familiarity with the area that comes in handy when you need restaurant recommendations or directions to the less obvious hiking trails. I ended up extending my stay an extra night because, honestly, once you settle in here it’s hard to imagine rushing off to your next destination.

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