If there was a gallery for the art of living, Andrea would have a permanent exhibition there. Not only did he and his wonderful wife Chikako organise and decorate the house with a fine sense for delicate beauty and refinement, he also tends to the garden with love and care. On top of that, Andrea is keen to tell stories about his many travels and discoveries, and he does so with childlike enthousiasm that gives one enormous energy. Truly a place of peace, harmony and wisdom that one can only appreciate and respect. As we did. Oh, and the animals are lovely too.