Event spaces in the Italian countryside
with heart, heritage and soul
Welcome Home
- The Gratitude Spot is a peaceful haven in Monteleone Sabino, a charming Medieval village one hour north of Rome.
- Join one of our hosted programs or reserve a distinctive venue for your own workshop, retreat, celebration, or special occasion.
- Explore local culture and cuisine, wander through rolling hills, enjoy cappuccinos in the piazza, chill in hammocks or go white water rafting
- Take part in language exchanges, live music, painting classes, Socratic debates, or professional workshops.
- Most of all, slow down, share good food & wine with friends, and enjoy the Bella Vita of the Italian countryside.Â
What We Offer
1. Join Our Events & Experiences (see upcoming events below)
2. Co-Create Your Event With Us
3. Host Your Own Event Here
Smoke-Free Accommodation and Plant-Based Catering Available for All Options
Our Event Spaces
At The Gratitude Spot, each space carries heart, heritage, and soul—rooted in the Sabine hills and inspired by the olive tree. Together, The Farmhouse, Il Palazzo, and Monteleone create a journey to ground, expand, and flourish. Join us.
The Farmhouse - The Roots
Built in 1890 and nestled among ancient olive groves, The Farmhouse is where everything begins. Like the roots of an olive tree, it offers grounding, stillness, and reconnection with what is essential. Â
At its heart lies Ashtakona, the octagonal space for yoga and meditation, alongside a natural water source that brings a sense of renewal and flow. This is a place to slow down, exhale, and simply be—anchoring into the land and into yourself.
Il Palazzo - The Branches
Built around 1480 and once host to Giuseppe Garibaldi, Il Palazzo (extension of the Palazzo Selli Gamberi) is a place of expansion, creativity, and expression.Â
Like the branches of an olive tree, it invites you to reach outward—through shared ideas, meaningful conversations, and creative exploration. It is here that inner reflection begins to take form and connect with the wider world.
Monteleone & Surrounding Area - The Leaves
Set in the Sabine hills just north of Rome, Monteleone Sabino and its surroundings offer a rich blend of history, beauty, and authentic Italian life.
Like the leaves of an olive tree, this is where you flourish—connecting with the local community, exploring medieval villages and ancient ruins, and integrating your experience into a deeper sense of belonging.
Upcoming Events
To book an event or for further information, please contact helen@bannigan.com
July 2026
Documentary Film Screening: Unraveling The Dream
Join us at Il Palazzo in Monteleone Sabino (1 hour north of Rome) for a screening of Unraveling the Dream: Psychedelics*, Awakening and the Brain — a new documentary from the team behind the Waking Up app, directed by Jake Orthwein (who will be joining us Live From New York for a Q&A session)
August 2026
Jonjan in concert
Sunset Sound bath in the Ashtakona
October 2026
Breathe, Bend, and Brunch
Still life at The Farmhouse: Sound Bath sessions with soul
Heritage-infused aperitivo
November 2026
Thanksgiving Potluck
September 2027
Past Events
From Root to Bloom - Guest Experiences
There’s something truly special about doing inner work in a place like this — not only because of the natural beauty, but also the sense of community it creates. You really feel connected, both to the people around you and to the history of the land itself, a place that has been lived in since Roman times.
