I walked to Ettore's place from Bergamo railway station and thought that I had made a wrong turn for I was walking through and abandoned industrial wasteland. But I persevered and found that I was staying in a delightful place.
I was booked into the Simmo Room but Ettore placed me in another room, really a small suite of rooms. The room looked out on a delightfully green backyard (which I didn't get to enjoy because the weather was wet and wintry). It was also in a 400 year old renovated barn. Perhaps among the oldest places I have ever stayed in?
The room was delightfully furnished with some charm. Ettore was very knowledgeable about the tourist spots in Bergamo and helpful in directing me to routes to follow and places to eat. He also provided breakfast and this was superb - fresh fruit, homemade yoghurt, delicious bread and cheese and cakes.
Don't be put off by the walk from the station. This place is a gem!