ATTO

With three different room types spread over three floors, the suites at Atto continue the theme of authentic minimalism, each space smoothly cocooned in local spruce room, clean lines and views to the Haunold mountain. Pared-back to the essentials, the rooms feel warm and inviting, yet crisply modern, a blank canvas for guest to project. Thoughtfully orientated on two sides, the suites allow for a loggia to frame the steely grey of mountain views. The suites and superior suites can sleep up to four and have and two bathrooms plus dining space and kitchen. Crowning Atto is the Penthouse Suite which takes up the top floor. With two bedrooms, a rooftop terrace and jacuzzi bathtub, the views really open up sensationally from this vantage point.

Respecting the foodie rule book traditions of the South Tyrolean region – often described as the meeting point between Mediterranean finesse and alpine fare, Atto dining means feasting on the local, seasonal and authentic. Farm-to-table has become a rather overused word, but at Atto it rings true - their own farm provides the substance for their carefully crafted menus. For example, Atto breed their own drove of Black Angus cattle, which is dry aged, beautifully marbled then wood fired, created in dishes such as beef stew with William potatoes or grilled steak and pepper sauce. The farm will also proffer the crisp lettuces, berries for jam, potatoes and whatever else the land provides each season. Breakfast is another showcase of the region – enjoy cold meats, cheeses from the alpine dairies, eggs from free-to-roam chickens, local bee-keepers honey, fresh fruit and freshly baked bread that goes so well with their homemade raspberry jam.

Atto sits in the South Tyrolean town of San Candido also known as Innichen, clasped by the Dolomites.  A medieval town with over 1,00 years of history, enjoy a cappuccino in the lively St Michael’s square accompanied by visitors and locals alike, surrounded by pastel-hued buildings and the steep sides of the jagged Haunod mountain. Afterwards, browse the small, artisan shops that show of the wealth of craft in this alpine community or visit Innichen Abbey, built in the 8^th century, the collegiate church is known as one of the Alps most significant examples of Romanesque architecture. From here, it’s easy to access the mountains for hiking, biking and skiing and families will enjoy the thrill of the summer toboggan run. In winter, Innichen is the host of Italy’s International Snow Sculpture Festival.

The former Stubenrusshaus in Innichen was up for sale and Atto’s owners wanted to transform the former bakery and confectionery into something meaningful, to bring back to life the special memories the building held as the bakery and confectioner. Children’s eye’s would light up at the sight of the sugar-coated buns and biscuits; today Atto lures visitors with its welcoming ambience and promise of wholesome stay.