On a hillside in Sant’Agata Feltria, in rural Italy, the traditional hamlet of Scavolo has been introduced again into use. As soon as a papal property, later a navy fortress, a ducal residence, and a household dwelling, it was restored by Matteo Carraturo and Ambra Felten and launched in 2021 as Scavolo Borgo—an ensemble of 4 rooms and a handful of historic buildings reworked with care.
Working with architect Lorenzo Giordano, the crew approached the undertaking as a considerate rehabilitation. An aluminum rooftop sits flippantly on previous masonry; new terrazzo flooring by Cuor di Roccia meet terracotta tiles; metal stair housings pair with restored plaster and arched openings. The contrasts are deliberate, revealing every layer of the location slightly than hiding it.
Locanda Scavolo, the primary constructing within the hamlet, holds 4 25-square-meter rooms overlooking the pool. On the bottom stage: a welcome room, a music room, a glass-walled veranda, and a communal kitchen. Close by, the Thirteenth-century Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta stands open for gatherings and ceremonies, whereas an arch-shaped pool anchors the hillside backyard. Scavolo immediately is much less a resort than a restored village—with locations to remain, prepare dinner, and convene. Be a part of us for a more in-depth look.
