Federico

Molenda B&B

TopBnB Very good 9.3 / 10

(23 reviews)

Loc. San Paterniano Voc. Monini, 8/bis - Città di Castello (PG) - Area: countryside | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT054013B407018784

Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
4

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Cheap
In the city center
The design of the property
Spectacular view

Description

Molenda is an old country house situated outside the beautiful town of Città di Castello and is approximately 2 km from the historic centre; is it the perfect base for your holiday in Umbria, where you can find the incredible mix of nature, history, cultural richness of art and gastronomic
tastes from the Alta Valle del Tevere.

We are also ideally situated within easy reach of the regions of Tuscany and Marche.

FREE INTERNET WIFI
Molenda has ample space where children can play safely and freely; for those with a passion for tours on two wheels, we can provide safe storage for your motorbike, cycles and equipment, should you need it.

At grounf fllor of the country house there is a very good restaurant where you can taste the old cuisine of umbria eating wonderful meat and fantastic pizza.

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Dogs of small size for short periods by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; kept on a leash; pets may not sleep on beds; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times

Garden available

A one-time additional cost of 30 € for final cleaning

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Kitchenette
Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Parking
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Charm
Heating
Restaurant
Ideal for trekking
Fireplace
Near cycle paths

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Parking
Internet access
English speaker

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

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

Electric system

Certified systems
Automatic fire extinguishers

Services of the house

Garden
Kitchenette

Facilities and services

Children games / babysitting
Pets allowed

Location and surroundings

City centre
Spa
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 4
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 4

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV

Furnishing

Historic furniture
Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Every 3 other days

Services

Guides / maps / books available

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Town - between 25.000 and 100.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Spa
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Charm
Family
Business

Breakfast

We serve an Italian breakfast with local artisanal pies, biscuits, jams, honey, fresh local bread, local salami, pecorino cheese, fruit juices, coffee of various types (traditional, decaf, barley, chicory, American, tea, etc.), and upon request, anything else to satisfy everyone's taste!

Restaurant

In the same building as the Molenda Bed&Breakfast, there is also a restaurant called Macomè where you can enjoy excellent grilled meat and delicious pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven, as well as many other local delicacies. Let Giacomo and Matteo's experience and kindness guide you and.. bon appétit!

TopBnB

Hey from Federico

Member since July 2006 | 62,287 hits

My name is Federico and I am a real estate agent from 30 years in Citta di Castello.

I have a family with wife and 2 daughters
The Bed and Breakfast Molenda was born of a renovation of an old (1700) family farmhouse that has been inhabited for many years by the settlers who farmed the surrounding land and then, with my brother Francesco in 2003 we decided to renovate it as we had a person who was interested in us a ground floor restaurant and then during the renovation, we decided to make several upstairs rooms with private bathroom (we have 6 rooms all with private bathroom) and we built a loft in the old attic.

So we started this business so 'for fun without having clear ideas too and now we are very happy because many customers arrive and everyone is excited out of place, and even rooms and about the restaurant below.

Website

My calendar is updated

Response rate: High

Response time: within a day

Conditions

Check-in from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Check-out before 1:00 PM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night

Area countryside

Molenda B & B is located in a farmhouse on the plains just 2 km. from the historic center of Città di Castello where, crossing the bridge over the Tiber River and turning left along the old road leading to the town of Cortona in the south we are on the left

Airports

Perugia Airport - Sant'Egidio 44 Km
Rimini Airport - Miramare 72 Km

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Very good

Overall Rating 9.3 / 10
23 reviews

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Very good

9.2 (126 reviews)

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Very good

9.2 (117 reviews)

What guests say

Molenda B&B is highly praised for the warm welcome and helpfulness of its host, Federico, who is always ready to give advice and assistance. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and well-equipped. The property, set in the countryside just minutes from the center of Città di Castello, offers a relaxing and authentic atmosphere. The plentiful breakfast with fresh local products is a highlight. The restaurant downstairs is handy and of good quality, though its proximity has occasionally been noted for minor noise. Overall, the value for money is excellent, making the property suitable for both short and longer stays.

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mariagrazia

Quiet stay, excellent breakfast, clean environment and helpful host.

stayed from 09/10/2025 to 09/13/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver apprezzato siete stati ospiti molto piacevoli

diego

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

stayed from 08/19/2025 to 08/22/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie Diego per aver apprezzato

roberto

This is our first time visiting Umbria and instead of the usual hotel, we chose to stay in a B&B: a perfect choice! From the first contacts, Federico – the owner – proved to be kind, patient, and always available. The room was spotless, comfortable, and equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay. The breakfast is a real highlight, rich, varied, and with typical local products: a nice surprise! Federico is always present and attentive to every need without ever being intrusive. Exceptional price for the level of service offered. And as the icing on the cake: the restaurant Macomè, located right under the B&B, offers a wide selection of local dishes, excellent pizza, and very honest prices. We will definitely return, highly recommended!

stayed from 06/14/2025 to 06/16/2025

ilaria

The location is easily reachable and strategic for visiting the major Umbrian cities. Next door, there is a restaurant - pizzeria. Impeccable cleanliness. The room was very spacious, equipped with both air conditioning and a ceiling fan. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was large with a shower. The breakfast area had a large table with benches located in front of a large fireplace. The breakfast included both sweet and savory options, with fresh products. The owner made sure there was always water available in the fridge (without any surcharge) and was always available for anything. His friendliness, availability, and care were the cherry on the cake. Excellent quality/price ratio.

stayed from 08/13/2024 to 08/16/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie Ilaria sono felice che vi siate trovati bene 🙏

giovanni

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

stayed from 10/28/2022 to 11/01/2022

daniela

Country cottage a few minutes from Città di Castello, Federico excellent host kind, helpful and willing to give great advice on where to go and what to see, the restaurant below also excellent. We will definitely return.

stayed from 08/24/2022 to 08/27/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver apprezzato la nostra struttura e i nostri servizi speriamo di rivedervi presto.

giorgio

Why did I choose Molenda B&B? I was looking for a structure (B&B, Agriturismo, Hotel) that could serve as a HUB for me and my family (including Lagotto Romagnolo dog) during the 3-day tour we had planned in northern Umbria. I stumbled upon Molenda B&B's website by chance: I looked at the photos, studied the location on Google Maps in relation to the destinations I had set, read the reviews (starting with the few worst ones and then the best ones, many), sent a availability request and some technical clarifications regarding the hospitality of the dog and after 2 hours I received the response with quotes, information, and availability. The location is 3 km from Città di Castello, among woods and tobacco plantations easily accessible for those with a car (ample dedicated private parking). The structure is a finely renovated farmhouse equipped with all comforts: from amenities in the bathroom, to free Wi-Fi in the room and common areas, to the latest generation beds and mattresses (Dorelan brand) that allow you to rest very well. Well-functioning air conditioning with remote control and mosquito nets (given the location) on all windows. The Breakfast: you serve yourself as at your own home, but you find all the comforts of a 4-star hotel: Lavazza coffee and chocolate machine, various types of homemade pies and cakes, yogurt, muesli, cookies, 2 types of milk, jams, Nutella, fresh bread, local cold cuts and cheeses and on request also bacon, sausages, and scrambled eggs. The mise en place seems like that of a home set on a large 16-seat table prepared daily by Mr. Federico, the real

stayed from 08/14/2022 to 08/16/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie Giorgio e famiglia è bellissimo e gratificante poter ospitare persone che apprezzano quello che fai … un caro saluto ??.

federico

The manager Federico has shown himself to be a kind, welcoming, and competent person. During our stay, he has always been ready to fulfill our possible requests and has always been interested in our well-being. Highly recommended.

stayed from 07/01/2022 to 07/03/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie Paola sono contento siate stati bene con i suoi amici spero di potervi rivedere ??.

massimo

Renovated farmhouse on the outskirts of Città di Castello. Extremely clean and well-kept room. The manager is very kind, friendly, and helpful in providing all the information to access the main places of interest in the surroundings. The property is located a few minutes from the center, in a quiet and lovely position. The breakfast service, during this period of Covid restrictions, is served in a pastry bar in the center that offers excellent quality and quantity.

stayed from 09/24/2021 to 09/29/2021

patrizia

We really enjoyed our stay at this Molenda B&B, highly recommend.

stayed from 08/19/2021 to 08/20/2021

valeria

The manager was very kind and professional, he conveyed a lot of passion and hospitality. The room was very beautiful and the structure is very convenient, it also has a restaurant. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/05/2021 to 08/06/2021

francesco

We had a wonderful holiday in Città di Castello. At Molenda B&B we had a great time, excellent hospitality and kindness. An extra vote also for the quality of the restaurant Macome', next door. Delicious dishes and very kind staff!

stayed from 08/24/2020 to 08/29/2020

mauro

Being guests of Federico was a wonderful experience, the structure located in the greenery immerses you in nature and relaxation, hospitality, availability, and kindness make everything very pleasant. A starting point for visits to the many historical and natural sites in the area, personally I was able to visit Urbino (Marche) and areas of Lower Tuscany where I had never been and of course Umbria. All this accompanied by the constant assistance of Federico lavish with advice on the routes to take, where to eat, with the addition of an assistance as in my case of a car breakdown, where he immediately intervened to solve the problem, especially considering the particular period when many were closed for holidays.

stayed from 08/19/2020 to 08/21/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie Mauro e Pina, è stato un piacere ed un privilegio avervi nostri ospiti.

matia

For us it was the first experience, to be repeated in case there is a need and to recommend to friends and relatives.

stayed from 09/13/2019 to 09/15/2019

enrico

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

stayed from 07/22/2018 to 07/23/2018

enea

Renovated country house, with cozy and comfortable rooms. The dining room is well furnished and includes a kitchen available to guests to prepare breakfasts. Excellent assortment of homemade pies, very tasty. The B&B manager was very kind and caring, as well as generous with tips for possible excursions. The B&B is located 2 km from the center of Città di Castello, in a quiet location. Ideal accommodation for me, as I had decided to spend a couple of days in Umbria and especially to visit the museums of the Fondazione Burri, the latter not to be missed for contemporary art lovers.

stayed from 04/26/2018 to 04/27/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie per aver apprezzato. Sono contento che vi siate trovati bene.

chiara

The only downside in my opinion is the presence of the restaurant on the lower floor that disturbs the relaxation in the room.\n\nFor the rest everything very good.

stayed from 11/11/2017 to 11/12/2017

don

Excellent in everything I would say from the structure to the courtesy of the manager.

stayed from 06/09/2017 to 06/12/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie Eleonora, mi fa piacere che ti sei trovata bene!

stefania

The structure is characteristic, typical of the area, with beamed ceilings and 'pianelle'. Very cozy. It is located in a quiet position and a stone's throw from the town center, and the manager is very kind, courteous, and very helpful. We had a great time. Until next time!

stayed from 11/20/2016 to 11/22/2016

ilario

Convenient location just outside the center, surrounded by greenery, nice buffet breakfast. The only flaw is the excessive proximity to the downstairs venue.

stayed from 07/30/2016 to 07/31/2016

michele

Very welcoming and characteristic structure, the manager is very kind.

stayed from 04/23/2016 to 04/25/2016

fabio

Excellent accommodation, 10 minutes from the historic center. Quiet, comfortable, clean rooms, ideal for a weekend. The restaurant located in the structure is also excellent. To come back.

stayed from 09/05/2015 to 09/06/2015

vincenzo

Definitely a place to recommend. Very charming, especially the interiors. The owner is extremely available and kind.

stayed from 05/02/2014 to 05/04/2014