Tenuta EnGi

Hotel Description

I remember pulling up to Tenuta EnGi after a bit of a drive from Verona’s centro storico – you know, weaving out past the Adige River and those winding roads that take you into the hills around Buttapietra. It’s tucked away on Via Centurara, which honestly feels more like a country lane than a proper street, with olive groves and vineyards stretching out on either side. I mean, if you’re coming from the A4 autostrada, it’s a breeze – maybe 20 minutes from the Verona Sud exit – but watch for those narrow turns; my rental car got a little scratched from the hedges. Anyway, the place itself? It’s this charming old estate turned boutique hotel, all stone walls and terracotta roofs that scream “authentic Veneto” without trying too hard. Check-in was a breeze – the owner, this warm guy named Enrico (or was it Giovanni? Something like that), greeted us with a glass of local Amarone right off the bat. No stuffy front desk vibe; it felt like arriving at a friend’s villa.

What really hooked me was how peaceful it is out there, especially after the chaos of Verona’s summer crowds at the Arena or Juliet’s balcony. The rooms – we had one on the ground floor with a little patio overlooking the gardens – are spacious and comfy, with those high wooden beams and crisp linens that smell faintly of lavender (they must use some local soap or something). Honestly, the bed was a dream after a day of exploring; no street noise at all, just crickets and the occasional owl at night. Breakfast is a highlight – fresh croissants, homemade jams from their own fruits, and eggs however you want ’em, served in this sunny courtyard where bees buzz around the rosemary bushes. We even borrowed bikes from the hotel to pedal down to nearby San Giovanni Lupatoto for a quick market run – it’s only about 5km, and you pass these tiny family-run wineries along the way. Oh, and parking? Plenty of free spots right on site, which is a godsend in Italy where that’s never a given. That said, if you’re here in peak July, book ahead because it fills up with wine tourists hitting the Valpolicella routes – we lucked out in shoulder season, when it’s quieter and you can actually hear yourself think.

Look, if you’re the type who wants to escape the tourist grind but still dip into Verona for a day trip (it’s like 15km to the city gates), Tenuta EnGi is spot on. It’s not flawless – the Wi-Fi can be spotty in the farther rooms, and there’s no full restaurant on site, so you’ll drive for dinner (try that trattoria in Zevio, about 10 minutes away, for killer risotto). But overall, with that 9.3 rating, it’s earned – we left feeling recharged, like we’d stumbled on a slice of real Italian countryside life. I’d go back in a heartbeat, especially for a romantic getaway or even with kids who can run around the grounds. Just pack bug spray for those evening walks; the mosquitoes here are no joke.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $201. One-Bedroom Apartment with 3 single beds, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 1 – 4 guests
• Estimated price from: $259. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for 1 – 4 guests
• Estimated price from: $259. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed, 3 single beds and 1 sofa bed for 1 – 4 guests

Reviews

• Petra from Slovenia – 3 July 2024 (10/10)

  The rooms are big and cold in the summer so is great to hide from the heat. The swimming pool is amazing for kids, loads of toys and a slide! Easy to find location, parking spaces available. Comfortable check in.
  Great to be in the Italian countryside.
  Would love to stay longer next time.
  
  What could be improved: The walls are thin so if you have neighbours that don't know how to be quiet, it can be a problem.

• Nina from Italy – 22 August 2024 (10/10)

  The place it was so amazing, breath taking, you can really relax at this place, if you want to escape at the city life for a while, this is the place we’re you can go we really love it🥰😍❤️
  
  What could be improved: Just the narrow road if you have a 9sitter van its a bit difficult,but its fine , other than that nothing to complain, we enjoyed each every moment 👍🏻

• Stefan from Bulgaria – 25 July 2024 (10/10)

  All the amenities needed for a traveller were available. Very nice hosts and beautiful yard. Excellent swimming pool.

• Mdjž from Slovenia – 4 August 2022 (9/10)

  Spacious apartment and green garden, evening place to rest after hot summe day. Friendly host and pet friendly accommodation.
  
  What could be improved: Gravel road to accomodation.

• Blazej from Slovakia – 27 July 2022 (10/10)

  – very nice location, right in the middle between Lake Garda and Verona, which is perfect for trips
  – owner Enrico is nice and friendly guy, gave us many tips where to go and what to see
  – big garden with pool – big plus in case its too hot outside to go for a trip! 🙂

• Urh from Slovenia – 11 July 2024 (9/10)

  Nice location, nice rooms and facilities, nice host, good communication
  
  What could be improved: Access road is a little bit off road; in case of rain hard to open access gate; some air condition did not work

• Mojca from Slovenia – 17 June 2024 (10/10)

  We don't have a brekfast

• עמיחי from Israel – 12 July 2022 (9/10)

  The apartment is very nice and so Enrico. He helped with everything we need.
  Apartment clean and comfortable for 8 persons. Nice location in the middle of vineyards

• Anonymous from Croatia – 30 October 2022 (10/10)

  I very much liked the place.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing special.

• Josep from Spain – 12 August 2024 (10/10)

  Instalaciones para una familia con niños ideales, piscina nueva fantástica, juegos, barbacoa. Todo muy cuidado, el chico muy atento, habla muchos idiomas, te ayuda a estar confortable, da ideas de visitas y actividades. El sitio en medio de viñedos es muy agradable.
  
  What could be improved: Mosquitos!

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