Both Terry and Marcello gave up successful careers in London; Terry as a financial adviser in the city while Marcello owned and ran an exclusive central London hairdressing salon.  In fact, Marcello is still happily prepared (time permitting) to practice his hairdressing skills for his guests at Casa Portagioia,  though at considerably less than the £150.00 he used to charge of course.  Terry, however, has promised not to discuss your investment portfolio during your visit - and I'm sure you'll all sleep a little easier in your beds for that!

After more than 30 months of bedevilled hard work, determination and a thousand problems they have managed to take this virtually derelict property in the beautiful Valle Di Chio and create something very special - Casa Portagioia.  Their achievement is both confounding and impressive. They now welcome you with an enthusiasm and style borne out of creating that 'something very special' and their mutual sense of quiet style and good taste.

Terry and Marcello finally opened the doors to Casa Portagioia in early 2003 and after a slow start they are now (April 2005) already receiving returning guests from Italy, the UK, USA, Canada and Netherlands.  It seems almost petulant to wish them every success; for as every guest immediately appreciates upon arriving at Casa Portagioia, their success is inevitable.

During your visit you may be interested to view the 'construction' photo album available to all guests in the Dining Room.  This ably demonstrates just how hard their project has been and how much attention to detail has been given to creating Casa Portagioia for you to enjoy.