Eleonora

Il Canto dell'Asino

TopBnB Excellent 9.6 / 10

(23 reviews)

Località Santa Cristina, 64 - Santa Cristina, Gubbio (PG) - Area: hills | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT054024C101015229

Regional identification codeCIR: 054024C101015229

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Rooms
2

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Private

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Description

Hello everyone! We Eleonora and Nicola. We live in a typical Umbrian farmhouse, with stone walls and "pianelle" on the ceilings. For some years we have devoted a part of the structure to B&B gave it the name: The song of the donkey.

We are in a country house where a small valley overlooking the wind, overlooking the River Tiber, the towers of Perugia surround horizon. "Our" is a protected area, where biodiversity is maintained: it is rich in colors, scents, sounds and silence of nature.

And 'possible to make nature walks along CAI, mountain biking, take part in activities organized by us, with the donkeys that live in the park.

Our location provides easy access to places of historic and artistic interest such as Gubbio, Perugia, Assisi, Spello, Umberleigh, Todi..Or, otherwise, head for nature trails such as the Monte Cucco and Monte Subasio, the Trasimeno Park and others. A few minutes drive there are pools of hot or cold water, restaurants with organic food, typical of Umbria with the classic "torta al testo. "

Rooms and Rates

To accommodate the needs of all our guests, we regret that we cannot accept pets.

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom but outside the room:

Disabled Access
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Charm
Heating
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths
Bicycles available
Petting farm
Farm with animals

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All Features

Various information

Disabled Access
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access

House features

Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Garden
Access for the disabled
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Children games / babysitting
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 2
Number of rooms with own bathroom but outside the room: 2

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Historic furniture
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Every 3 other days

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Country

Holiday themes - town size

Village - under 5000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Located in country side or nature reserves
Near sports facilities
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Charm
Garden
Family
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

In our B&B, breakfast is a significant moment, so for our guests, we provide a wide and diverse selection of products: Milk, cappuccino, tea, coffee, juice. Homemade bread, toast, croissants, cookies. Jam, honey, Nutella, butter, yogurt. For those who desire a savory breakfast: local cold cuts and cheeses with fresh eggs.

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We are Nicola and Eleonora and we have a passion for nature. We are animal enthusiasts, and we are particularly fascinated by donkeys, with whom we frequently go for walks in the surrounding woods.

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Conditions

Check-in from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Area hills

Airports

Perugia Airport - Sant'Egidio 15 Km
Ancona Airport - Falconara 81 Km

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Overall Rating 9.6 / 10
23 reviews

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What guests say

Guests consistently praise the warm welcome and attentiveness of the hosts. The property stands out for its panoramic location amid natural surroundings, ideal for those seeking peace, nature, and animal encounters—especially with donkeys. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and the breakfast is plentiful, often featuring homemade products. Access may involve a country road, enhancing the secluded and tranquil atmosphere. Excellent value for money.

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romeo

romeo rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/22/2025 to 08/24/2025

fulvio

Eleonora is always available to satisfy guests' requests. Charming place a short distance from famous sites, where you can enjoy beautiful views and relax surrounded by unspoiled nature.

stayed from 08/18/2025 to 08/23/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie Fulvio, è stato un piacere avervi come ospiti. Saluti da parte di tutti noi anche a Liliana. Eleonora

sarah

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

This place is a gem. I highly recommend it for any couple wanting a romantic weekend. Newly renovated, retaining old features but fitted with the best of modern amenities. A lovely balcony for an aperitif overlooking the vines. I loved it here and wished I could have stayed longer.

stayed from 07/27/2025 to 08/16/2025

luca

Great B&B set in the green hills and half an hour's drive from the main cities. The breakfast with eggs, bread, and fresh cheeses was also excellent. Eleonora made us feel at home!

stayed from 04/25/2025 to 04/27/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie Alice e Luca per la positiva recensione. Avervi potuto dare a disposizione la camera vista Perugia è stato per noi un piacere e la visita agli asinelli ha crollato il vostro soggiorno qui. Ancora a presto. Eleonora e Nicola

ferdinando

Absolute peace and relaxation. Location and treatment truly excellent.

stayed from 06/01/2023 to 06/04/2023

alfio

Located at the top of the Umbrian hills between Gubbio and Perugia, Il Canto dell'Asino is a small corner of paradise for those who, like me, love nature and music. Kindness, sympathy, and availability of Eleonora add value to a wonderful place where to forget the chaos of everyday life. I will come back!

stayed from 05/24/2023 to 05/26/2023

adriana

I recommend it to those looking for peace, silence, tranquility, and hospitality. I felt pampered and at home.

stayed from 05/22/2023 to 05/26/2023

rinaldo

Everything perfect! We will definitely come back.

stayed from 04/29/2023 to 05/01/2023

francesco

Eleonora and Nicola are excellent guests, courtesy, availability, and culture in abundance.

stayed from 09/04/2022 to 09/10/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie Francesco, è stato un piacere avervi qui. Un saluto da tutti, anche dall'asinello Donar

roberta

I stayed for 4 days and I had a great time, Mrs. Eleonora is very nice, cute, and very kind, I recommend it.

stayed from 08/16/2022 to 08/20/2022

The answer from the host:
Gentile Roberta, grazie per la bella recensione e per la ventata di allegria che avete portato. Un caro saluto da Gianna, Nicola e mia.

eleonora

Thank you immensely to Eleonora, Nicola and Gianna for their immense humanity and kindness in welcoming us to their truly unique structure. I highly recommend passing by, even just for a few nights, to enjoy the tranquility that the place transmits. Breakfast service, rooms, and company TOP! The main feature, as the B&B's name itself suggests, is the pleasant presence of the donkeys with which (if you enjoy) you can go trekking and take care of them. So I really recommend this enchanting structure.

stayed from 03/26/2022 to 03/28/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie per la positiva recensione. Vi aspetto presto per vivere insieme un'altra avventura tra i sentieri del bosco con i nostri inseparabili asinelli!

nicola

Nicola and Eleonora: excellent hosts who welcome their guests with elegance, discretion, and an extraordinary level of availability.

stayed from 09/03/2021 to 09/05/2021

irene

Quiet location, for those seeking genuine contact with nature. Suggestive panorama of all the surrounding hills. The owner is very kind, allowed us to spend time with the donkeys and is available for any information and support. Cozy place and atmosphere. Recommended!

stayed from 07/08/2021 to 07/10/2021

The answer from the host:
Gentili Irene e Francesco, è stato un piacere avervi qui. Grazie per le belle parole. Ci fa piacere abbiate apprezzato il posto e ciò che mettiamo a disposizione. Cari saluti da Eleonora Nicola e Gianna.

alessandro

If you want to have a holiday where: I get ready, go out and find everything outside the bed and breakfast, and if you don't like nature and animals, forget it. On the contrary, if like me, you enjoy contact with people, and I assure you that the hosts are very kind and helpful, together with this we add a farmhouse excellently restored with a garden and adjoining lands with gentle and affectionate animals, a breathtaking landscape and starry sky and especially if you have children you are in the right place, we had a great time. Also recommended for bikers (2 km of beautiful dirt road).

stayed from 06/28/2021 to 07/01/2021

The answer from the host:
Gentili Alessandro e Addolorata, siete riusciti con le vostre belle parole a cogliere appieno i pregi della nostra suttura. Per questo vi ringraziamo e vi auguriamo un buon proseguimento di estate. Cari saluti Eleonora, Nicola e Gianna.

ennio

I must admit that I had high expectations for this B&B: the name with its musical and intimately poetic connotations intrigued me. I also liked the idea that it was rather secluded from the "noise", both acoustic and luminous, of a city even if not large in size like Gubbio. It took me very little time to realize that my expectations were far exceeded by reality. The road to reach the destination crosses beautiful hilly landscapes and should be traveled and savored slowly in its curves and ups and downs that reminded me of my beloved cycling races in Flanders and Wallonia. The prize at the finish line is to conquer this little corner of paradise that I immediately fell in love with. It's not in my nature to give a too technical and detailed judgment: I can only say that it was a wonderful stay from all points of view. Appreciate the discreet presence of the donkeys and their sweetness, enjoy the view, the tasty breakfasts, and the large garden but above all... Enjoy the Silence! Go out in the dark and let yourself be carried away by the sound of the wind, the chirping of crickets, and the wonder of a sky uncontaminated by artificial lights. A separate chapter deserves the managers of the property: Eleonora, the true driving force of the house, Nicola, and mom Gianna welcome guests with understated kindness and discretion. It takes little time to forget that you are a "customer" and be fascinated by their style, their culture, and their intelligence. Despite the beauty of the places I have visited and the goodness of the gastronomic delights that the region offers, the most beautiful thing that happened to me on this vacation was the honor of meeting them.

stayed from 09/04/2020 to 09/11/2020

The answer from the host:
Caro Ennio, grazie di cuore ad un poeta che ha saputo esprimere in modo così incisivo i momenti sereni vissuti in Umbria e nella nostra struttura. È stato un piacere per noi averti conosciuto. Gianna, Nicola e Eleonora.

filippo

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stayed from 08/13/2020 to 08/15/2020

alessio

The welcome, courtesy, and friendliness of Eleonora made us feel immediately 'at home'. The view is breathtaking, in the evening with the starry sky and the fireflies in the garden it is even more fascinating. The company of Tosca and the big sweetheart Mozart with four legs is very pleasant, as well as that of the very intelligent and affectionate donkeys! We really enjoyed the 2 nights in this wonderful place, which we truly recommend to everyone; the only attention to pay is to the road to get there: the first time try not to do it in the dark otherwise you risk getting lost, being in the middle of nature also means this! Highly recommended also the trekking with the donkeys, truly an unforgettable experience.

stayed from 06/26/2020 to 06/28/2020

The answer from the host:
Cari Raffaella e Alessio grazie per le belle parole. Per noi è stato un piacere avervi qui.

alessandro

An authentic oasis of peace, special in every way, to be enjoyed calmly.

stayed from 05/15/2019 to 05/16/2019

The answer from the host:
Per noi è stato un piacere conoscerti e averti qui. Eleonora.

stefano

The strong points of this Bed and Breakfast are: 1 - Certainly the strategic position in the countryside, but very close to the city of Gubbio. The view of Perugia and the valley below is spectacular. 2 - The tranquility of this place lost in the middle of the countryside that gives you an important sense of peace. I was there with my wife and almost 2-year-old child. Everything I wanted from a Bed and Breakfast. Highly recommended to anyone. We will definitely come back. Thanks to the two owners of the Bed and Breakfast, two lovely people.

stayed from 09/22/2016 to 09/27/2016

The answer from the host:
Grazie per le belle parole. Ci ha fatto molto piacere avervi qui. Un caro saluto e un musicale "raglio" a Marco.

federica

Unfortunately my partner and I stayed only one night. The place is 30 minutes from Gubbio and it's enchanting, immersed in nature and peace. Great for those who need to unwind a bit. The owner is very nice and kind. The breakfast is abundant and with homemade products, truly delicious, finger-licking good! We will definitely come back. We recommend it to everyone, young and old.

stayed from 12/07/2015 to 12/08/2015

giulia

Lovely place, definitely worth going back for a weekend! The B&B is located in the middle of nature, on a silent clearing from which you can see Perugia and easily reach trattorias and restaurants. The owners are an adorable couple who make you feel at home, preparing a breakfast with homemade products. You couldn't ask for more for a weekend getaway!

stayed from 11/20/2015 to 11/21/2015

martina

Great for nature lovers who want to spend a few days in tranquility. The managers Eleonora and Nicola are truly lovely people and treat their guests excellently. Spacious and clean rooms, equally clean bathroom, abundant and excellent breakfast, with homemade products by them (bread, jams, muffins). I would gladly return.

stayed from 08/16/2015 to 08/17/2015

katherine

Eleonora, Nicholas and Eleanora's mother are absolutely lovely people. Hospitable, kind and generous, they made our time at Il Canto dell'Asino a truly memorable one. The accommodation was spotless and very comfortable. The donkeys and sheep (Marie and Pierre) are so well cared for and loved, and being with them made the visit very special. Eleanora most generously accommodated my wish to interact with the animals as much as possible and invited me several times to help with brushing and/or to just hang out. The location is well out of the way, yet within very close proximity to a number of interesting places. Overall, looking back on our time in Italy, our stay here was indeed the highlight of our trip. Mille Grazie to all.

stayed from 05/28/2015 to 05/31/2015

The answer from the host:
Grazie! Il vostro sorriso e la vostra squisita presenza rimarrà nei nostri ricordi. Gianna, Eleonora e Nicola.