FINALLY.
QUIET THAT DOESN'T ASK
HOW YOU'RE ENJOYING THE QUIET.
Imagine remembering what it feels like to complete a thought. That moment when your mind clears and you can actually hear yourself think again. When ideas connect without interruption. When your shoulders drop because no one will ask you anything, need anything, or expect a response to anything.
Suflora is the rare place where being left alone isn't neglect - it's the most valuable service we provide. You're never truly isolated, just beautifully undisturbed. The perfect balance of presence without pressure.
"The perfect place to unwind, clear your mind, and stay productive."
Janika Staats, Marketing Manager
"Working there was an absolute game-changer."
Alexander Sucrow, Business Owner
"If this place can't broaden your horizon, nothing else will."
Robert Trotzmüller, Life Coach
STAY WHERE THE WORLD CAN'T FIND YOU.
HOSPITALITY WITHOUT THE EMOTIONAL LABOR
No towel swans. No wellness schedules. No forced gratitude. The emotional labor of constantly appreciating things you didn't ask for is exhausting. Here, that energy belongs to you again.
A SPACE THAT DOESN'T TREAT YOU LIKE A TODDLER
A novel approach: We assume you can speak if you need something. Until then, your time is actually yours. Not portioned out between interruptions disguised as service.
THE INFRASTRUCTURE OF DEEP WORK AND DEEP RESTORATION
Everything works. Nothing interrupts. Your apartment. Your kitchen. WiFi that reaches the garden. A desk with a full-blown home office setup if you wish. And a space where "Do Not Disturb" is the default setting.
AN ENVIRONMENT THAT HELPS RESET YOUR SYSTEM
The only presence you'll fel is the garden outside your door. Not hovering staff with helpful suggestions. Just trees that don't need acknowledgment and birds that don't expect tips.
HOW QUICKLY YOUR MIND RECOVERS WHEN INTERRUPTIONS JUST DON'T HAPPEN
The knot between your shoulders loosens. Your sentences finish themselves. That background hum of anticipating the next interruption fades away.
This isn't a magical trick. It's a physiological fact.
When your nervous system finally understands that no one will ask you anything, need anything, or expect anything, it unlocks capabilities you forgot you had.
"Suflora isn't just a pretty place to stay. It gave me exactly what I needed to finally write my book: quiet space to think clearly. I couldn't believe how much easier the words came."
Nadine Steiner, Author
"This place is magic for your brain" I recharged completely and ended up doing things I never make time for - like just sitting and watching clouds drift by."
Sabine Zimmermann, Physics teacher
MOST PLACES ADD MORE.
WE REMOVE EVERY REASON WHY YOU CAN'T RELAX.
It's not what we offer. It's what we deliberately don't.
We've removed every well-intentioned interruption, eliminated every social obligation, and created the space so many of us secretly crave but can never find:
The space where you don't owe your attention to anyone.
Your apartment has exactly what you need: a real kitchen, actual work space, reliable internet, and comfortable beds. Need something else? One message and it appears. Don't need anything? We'll never check to make sure.
HUMAN BRAINS JUST AREN'T BUILT FOR CONSTANT ACCESSIBILITY.
Every single interruption derails your focus for 23 minutes (UC Irvine, 2008).
And even the anticipation of possible interruptions keeps your stress elevaated even when you're alone (Bailey & Konstan, 2006).
And while everyone knows this intuitively, Suflora might be the only hospitality space designed around this reality.
No one will knock. No one will check in with you. No one will ask "Still or Sparkling?"
Because protection from interruption is the most valuable service we can provide.
NATURE THAT HEALS, WITHOUT DEMANDING PARTICIPATION
The trees don't care if you notice them. The valley doesn't need validation. The sky has never once wondered if you're enjoying its color palette.
This undemanding presence of nature does something remarkable to an overtaxed mind. It lowers cortisol levels without requiring you to do anything other than just - being there (Hunter, 2019).
It restores your ability to focus without you having to 'do' anything specific - no techniques or programs to follow (Bratman, 2015).
Sit outside with your laptop. Or a book. Or nothing at all.
The WiFi reaches, but notifications don't have to.
You won't be invited to group activities. You won't be asked about your experience while you're still having it. And no one will come check if you need a refill when your glass is still half full.
WHEN YOU'RE PAID TO THINK,
EVERY "STILL OR SPARKLING?" COSTS YOU MONEY
The people who find Suflora essential aren't who you might expect.
They're not necessarily quiet by nature. Many are dynamic leaders, creative forces, and social connectors in their regular lives. What unites them is understanding the crucial difference between chosen connection and constant accessibility.
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Executives who need to think without their attention being constantly hijacked.
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Writers who require unbroken focus.
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Parents who haven't completed a thought in years.
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Anyone whose value comes from their thinking - but whose environment conspires against it.
They are people who've discovered that other "retreats" somehow leave them more depleted than when they arrived.
Who've realized that enforced wellness activities and attentive service require the same exhausting performance as everyday life.
FOR PEOPLE WHO VALUE PEACE MORE THAN PAMPERING.
If your work, decisions, or creativity matter, then your thinking deserves protection as a non-negotiable necessity.
Suflora isn't about escaping responsibilities. It's about creating the conditions where your most valuable work can finally happen without constant derailment.
It's a place where you remember what your brain is capable of when it's not processing interruptions. Where you rediscover that your best ideas don't need to be squeezed into the cracks between demands.
And once you've experienced this clarity, you'll redesign your life to protect it.
★★★★★
“Suflora is a true hidden gem for anyone looking for a quiet retreat that's perfect for focused work.”
Janika Staats, Marketing Manager
WHEN YOU'RE NOT WORKING...
Even the most productive brains need a break.
Whatever La Dolce Vita means to you - Umbria is the ideal place to:
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Paint under olive trees
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Paraglide in the Monte Cucco National Park
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Party on festivals (seriously, Umbrians celebrate everything from chocolate to jazz, from truffles to opera, from the largest Christmas tree to the smallest mid-summer open airs)
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Pick brains of like-minded thinkers during evening get-togethers
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Play golf within a stunning environment
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Probe this valley's Genius
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Peruse through medieval towns nearby
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★★★★★
"Truly unmatched. This is the real deal."
Michael Weiss, Financial Advisor
FAQ
Uhm, no. You're in Italy, after all.
So, you've got options: The nearest restaurant is 2 km away. Plenty, plenty more in Gubbio, around 15 minutes drive.
Or, you can join us for dinner. Alternatively, we can deliver home-made meals to you. More details here.
Of course you can. We've got three apartments in different sizes, suitable for different set-ups. Whether you'd like to bring your muse (aka your romantic partner) or a co-worker, or several (co-workers, not muses) - find the right apartment(s) here.
If you want to ensure complete privacy and have the entire house to yourself, the Groups page shows you how.
No, sorry, they'll need to stay home. They're way too cute, and therefore way too distracting. And our whole thing here is based on the no-distraction point, so...
Same goes for pets. Our guests would spend their days petting your dog instead of getting work done. And yes, before you ask: Been there, done that.
Basically, you've got to be at least 18 and human to come to Suflora. You may bring your AI tools, though. Not cute, and therefore not distracting.
No. Please refer to "Can I bring my kids?" above for the reason why.
Yes! With WiFi that works even in the garden, workstations in boutique apartments, and no interruptions. Unless you count the birds chirping. Or your own brilliant ideas.
Then don't! Hike, paint, pick your own veggies and prepare the freshest meal you've ever had, chop some wood (therapeutic, we promise!), or sit under a tree and do absolutely nothing. Your brain will thank you.
If you're more of the active kind of person: There's plenty to do and to see around here. Let youself be inspired on the Experiences page.
Not if by "retreat" you mean an event where your schedule is fixed and somone guides you through experiences. Then, no.
No schedules, no group activities (unless you join the evening get-togethers or a meditation session), and no one making you chant under the full moon. Your time, your choice.
Absolutely. With 3 apartments in the main house, and us living just a stone's throw away, Suflora offers privacy without isolation.
We are here, literally a stone's throw away from the guest house. We love ourself some good company, so don't feel shy. At all. Ever. We're here, we love to connect with you, and we want to make sure you get the most out of your time here.
Plus, there's the evening get-togethers to mingle with other thinkers, and you can always join us for dinner if you want to.
Talk to us. We've worked in the corporate world for a very, very long time. We've also done freelance stuff for a very, very long time. And now we're doing the whole "start a business from scratch" thing. We do know a thing or two about life, work, family, business, marketing, sales, and personal development. Plus, we're pretty good at asking uncomfortable, yet useful questions that might just get you out of your "stuckness" and back on track. We're killer accountability buddies, promise.
Absolutely! The whole property can be yours for group bookings, whether it's a team offsite or a small-group retreat. Check out our Groups page for details.
We're in the middle of Italy, which means you can fly to Perugia (direct flights from London all year, Rotterdam, Brussels and Barcelona from April to November), Ancona, or even Florence or Rome. We would advise renting a car at the airport and enjoying a scenic drive to Suflora. If that's not an option, take a train to Perugia and we'll pick you up free of charge.
Email us: sufloranature@gmail.com or call us: +39 338 330 5494 - we (that's Florian and Susanne) are happy to hear from you! We speak English and German. And, with enough wine, even manage Dutch.