This is a wonderful, private little place, perfect for two (even though I was on my own traveling for business). Cinzia and her husband Marzio have renovated an old villa in the hills just on the outskirts of Bergamo. The air b&b is located in what was once a little chapel, thus the name "la chiesina." Marzio greeted me and opened the apartment, which was spotless. The downstairs is a living area with a small but nicely appointed kitchen at the back, and a bathroom beyond. The bathroom is stylish and modern, with a great shower. The apartment has heat, which you regulate yourself (it was pretty chilly when I was there, so I appreciated this). There's a washing machine (no dryer), and just outside the front door, a private patio space with a table and chairs, an outdoor sink, and a built-in grill. There are lovely, stylish touches here and there (Cinzia's touch) and the place is filled with natural light. The loft bedroom upstairs includes a comfortable sitting room area.
The apartment is located just outside of town, up a hillside. So you either need to walk into town or drive. The kitchen is stocked with some basics ~ water, coffee pods and a coffee maker, etc. If you are planning to cook, you might think about arriving with some basic groceries, as there is no supermarket within quick walking distance.
Getting to "Bergamo Alta," the old historic city on the hill is an uphill hike on foot, but if you have a car, it's a quick drive and there is parking. Personally, I liked being outside the "centro" and enjoyed coming back to the privacy of the apartment and the quiet of the hillside after being out all day. When I asked for a restaurant recommendation, Marzio made a reservation for me at one of his favorite places, up at the top of town.
Marzio is an avid gardener, and he happily gave me a tour of his garden, during which he generously cut an entire head of lettuce and gave it to me to enjoy (which I did!). He is from Bergano and knows the area well, so he was able to answer all my questions, and even put me in touch with a chef who was able to give me recommendations for my research.
I would stay here again in a heartbeat.