Sitting on the top of the first hill of the Soglio village, Locanda del Sale is set in a classic italian family House with a long story, recently renovated (2019/2022) but still showcasing all the charms of times past. Due to the mild climate the tree covered mountains and lush green fields of Fontanabouna valley stay beautiful all year long. This place is pure peace of mind. Still, the sea is only a short drive away. The Locanda is a municipal property, based on the local testimonials it has been first a convent after the second world war and later a school. Right now the house can offer three different kind of accommodation. One full equipped and spacious apartment. One cosy studio flat with private bathroom and kitchenette. One bedroom equipped for breakfast and private bathroom. Breakfast is by the accommodation, organized inside the kitchen area before guests arrival. Parking is provided at no extra cost. Amazing trekking are all around the area, parachuting is possible from the top of Soglio mountain and tennis court a short drive from the Locanda.

I am Nicole, I am 35 and I manage the Locanda del sale since 2019. My wish was to live in nature but still not too far from the city and the coast either. Here we go my opportunity to make it real! The Locanda del sale was the perfect place where to live and work together. I Faced with my partner Nicola and our 2 kids. The first building renewing in the 2019, past three fantastic years trying to do my best I decided to improve our place with a recent accommodation restyling(2022). Me and my family live in the Locanda del sale house, we appreciate to spend our time at open air, trekking, gardening or just enjoy the view of the Valley from our house. We are happy to share all of this with you!

The Locanda del Sale in Soglio is part of Orero, a small town of Fontanabuona Valley in the Ligurian hinterland. Close by you’ll find The Levante Ligurian coast with its famous seaside resorts. Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, Camogli and Sestri Levante can all be reached by car within 30 minutes. The mountain sites of the Ligurian Apennine are interesting too. Santo Stefano d’Aveto features the Maggiorasca Mountain with ski slopes during winter and a vast Parco Naturale Regionale. You could also visit the Ramaceto Mountain or some of the many tiny villages of the Sturla Valley. This is where you’ll find amazing cheeses, honey, nuts and chestnuts. The capital of Liguria, Genoa, with its unique mix of opulence and harbor rogue is a 40-minute drive. Must visit the hidden gem of medieval town Chiavari holding a porticoed pedestrian street of half a mile, lined with all kinds of shopping experiences. Chiavari also hosts a daily fruit and vegetable market.