27/06/2025: A corner of paradise in Flumeri (AV): authentic hospitality, nature and heart.
I had the privilege of staying for three nights at the Azienda Agricola Petrelli in Flumeri, in the heart of Irpinia, and I can say without exaggeration that it was an unforgettable experience. I was looking for a quiet place to study for an exam, and I found much more: a small treasure of peace, nature and authentic humanity.
From the first moment I felt welcomed as one of the family. Mrs. Petrelli received me with sincere kindness, and in the following days she delighted me with her cuisine: simple and extraordinary dishes, prepared with ingredients from their land, grown and processed with love. Their extra virgin olive oil is an excellence that is truly worth the trip.
A special thanks goes to Mr. Petrelli, a delightful person, who, seeing me alone, sat at my table, giving me a humble and precious chat about the history of his family, their company and that faith that he carries in his heart. With a tender smile, he showed me the medal of the Madonna that he always carries with him, with the following engraved on it: “Those who believe and have faith will receive beautiful things and will be able to pass them on to those who have none”. And there, as I listened to him, I realized with a smile that I was living my own “Eat, Pray, Love”.
Eat, because between oil, aubergines in oil and apricot and plum jams (all produced by them!) there is no need for explanations.
Pray, thanks to that little spiritual anecdote that touched me more than expected.
Love, nature, the quiet and the sincere welcome received.
The daughter, very kind and attentive, made me feel completely at ease even when, for connection reasons, I had to work on the PC in the room on the ground floor: with disarming naturalness, she offered me a coffee and the chance to feel at home even in that moment.
The agriturismo has a beautiful swimming pool (pleasant water, uniform depth, surrounded by greenery), a small lake fed by partially thermal spring water, a large dining room with bar, and a garden equipped with games for children. There is also a wellness center, which I have not had the opportunity to try but which adds further value to the experience. The prices are really fair, with the possibility of choosing between room only, half board or full board, based on your needs.
Before leaving, Mr. Petrelli, with the generosity that distinguishes him, gave me a bottle of their best oil: a precious gift, which I will carry with pride and gratitude.
A special applause to the agriturismo staff, with whom I have been in contact most in these days: hard-working, friendly and always present guys, who take care of every aspect with care - from cleaning to table service, from maintenance to hospitality. They are the silent heart of this special place.
Those who stop to criticize the presence of insects or question the cleanliness in their reviews are probably not used to true nature and sincere hospitality. The company is surrounded by greenery, yes, but it is also very well-kept: every corner is looked after with attention and respect, with constant work by the family and staff to keep it beautiful, tidy and welcoming, without ever distorting it. You don't come here to look for the sterile perfection of a city hotel, but to live an authentic experience, in a place where you are a guest - not just a customer - and you can still breathe the value of genuine things.
Flumeri, with its hills, immense olive groves and the genuine beauty of Irpinia, is a place that deserves to be discovered slowly. And the Petrelli family is its most generous soul.
Thank you so much. I'll be back.
18/05/2025: Excellent culinary experience..the lady who served us was very kind and competent
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