The Massaras made us warmly welcome into their refreshingly pleasant B&B which is separate from and next to their home. The only effects of the proximity were knowing there is a happy family there, the hosts being very ready to help. We liked it so much we lengthened our stay - more than doubled it in fact! The way that the flat has been renovated makes for privacy even within the space by a clever partition wall between bed and kitchen that doesn't make the overall effect any smaller. We loved the high, dark wood ceiling, tall windows with soft curtains, and very rapid-to-respond heating system (not that the weather was all that cold, but morning chill was dissipated in less than three minutes)! Bergamo itself proved to be a fascinating and beautiful ancient city. The inhabitants are friendly, helpful, polite, accommodating and we were struck by the lack of obesity - even if the restaurants have great food. It was easy to wander repeatedly the streets of the Citta Alta (Old Town) which is very near by, finding new details of remark and, indeed, almost magic. The B&B has a few novels to borrow and all of those we read were good quality. Thank you SO much dear Massara Family for a much-needed and uplifting break!