L'Agnata Di De André

The Agnata is not only a boutique Hotel, but a nourishment for the Soul and caring for the Spirit. It is a place, where time stands still. The Agnata is a hospitable house and a hidden gem to discover. Here, the present moment becomes peaceful. It is a piece of Paradise.
Situated in the inland of Gallura, protected by green soft hills and surrounded by unspoilt nature, this hotel is a little embracing masterpiece. The essence of the place is given away by the name: Agnata in Gallura means “hidden corner”, sheltered from the wind. Originally an old manor house with a typical sheepfold, it became in the mid-70s home to the famous Italian singer-songwriter and poet De Andre, who lived here with his girlfriend and future wife Dori Ghezzi. Until today, reminiscent of his past, every angle of L ‘Agnata emanates a poetic feeling, starting with the lively pergola that forms the entrance. By sunset, illuminated by the warm candlelight, the pergola makes a bridge through the noises of life and forms a space of pastoral peace, made of perfumes and colours, which change within the four different seasons. Along this short path, nestled among ancient olive groves, entering into a small idyllic piece of paradise, the world feels left behind. The hotel is divided into two distinguished architectural structures. The new structure consists of eight rooms and a separate cosy reading corner with a majestic fireplace that welcomes you at the entrance. Its antique structure can be defined as a real manor house with a ground floor restaurant, a veranda overlooking the garden, a library, a dining room, and on the first floor another two rooms. Wrapped in a Canadian Style – which the same De Andre planted – the facade is the unmistakable signature of this charming boutique Hotel. The leafy branches climb from the ground up until covering the entire surface, making it an absolute delight to the eye. Therefore, the Agnata changes its dress according to the season: bright green in summer and in a thousand shades of red in autumn. Inside, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The interior style reigns with the elegance of simplicity with furniture and furnishings of a real comfortable elegant house, breathing love and attention to detail as a style defined as “Arte Povera”. You will taste new dishes of authentic Sardinian cuisine, marked with freshness, and a genuine touch, served by the friendly staff. Surrounding the house, there is a large garden with geometric flowerbeds, soft and always well-maintained. In one corner of the garden there is a beautiful Zen fountain and walking up the hill, you can find a picturesque swimming pool that is set like a turquoise stone rock surrounded by thick vegetation and with a view of the spectacular hills. There is also an enchanting lake that De Andre commissioned as a reserve of water against summer droughts and fires.