The Story – Il cannito

Naturally instinctive,
a blend of the expected
and the unforeseen,
hesitant,
yet determined,
conditioned,
yet brilliant,
funny,
yet serious,
scrupulous,
yet punctual,
programmatically driven,
yet perhaps presumptuous,
convincing and persuasive,
cautious and daring,
a tightrope walker, rare,
yet existing.

Luigi Gorga

A love story between man and nature. Our story began over three decades ago, borne from the vision of Luigi Gorga, a man deeply captivated by the allure of this land. His passion for its natural beauty ignited a dream to craft a haven of exclusive accommodations, all while preserving the inherent harmony of the surroundings.

The two weathered stone dwellings that form the heart of our retreat have undergone a meticulous restoration, guided by the desire to recapture their timeless allure. Each detail has been carefully preserved, reflecting the architectural heritage of southern Italy’s countryside. Embracing the principles of bio-architecture, the buildings were meticulously restored using locally sourced and eco-friendly materials, such as the distinctive Capaccio calazio stone and handcrafted cotto tiles. This approach ensured the preservation of the original structures, allowing them to serve as enduring testaments to the ancient heritage of the land.

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Antonella Gorga, born in Salerno in 1982, has lived in Paestum fro 25 years
Working in sustainable tourism with her family; creating a kind of hospitality in tourism
Connected to sustainability and the regeneration of the earth.
The family business is a place of Nature for Nature,
based on the common knowledge and respect for nature and others.
She contributes with her family to preserve the biodiversity of this incredible land: Cilento.
The project “Cilento Dimora Natura“ was born by uniting and merging
the care for the earth and Lands of Paestum, promoting sustainable practices
in tourism, natural, cultural and artistic resources
Of the area.
A network that regenerates the land through art, research and educational tourism.

This meticulous conservation and restoration work is deeply intertwined with our unwavering commitment to fostering a transformative approach to tourism, one that prioritizes the enhancement of natural resources rather than their indiscriminate exploitation. Guided by a set of deeply held social, economic, and cultural values, we established a foundation upon which our dream of harmoniously blending a deep-rooted passion for nature with a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit could take flight.

il cannito has seamlessly interwoven its accommodations into the very fabric of the surrounding landscape,
preserving the pristine harmony that has long characterized this idyllic haven. Majestic oaks, graceful elms, fragrant myrtles, and stately junipers
seamlessly intertwine with the B&B two captivating facilities, creating a harmonious fusion of man-made elegance and the untamed beauty of the Mediterranean scrub.

This idyllic B&B nestles amidst the breathtaking Cilento coast and the captivating Paestum plain, a treasure trove of captivating historical and archaeological remnants that evoke the enduring allure of this region, once revered by the Greeks and Romans.