Casa Netural Matera - Rural Coliving & Social Innovation Hub

About This Space

Nestled in the historic San Pardo neighborhood of Matera, Casa Netural is more than just a place to live and work—it's a vibrant community hub and incubator for social innovation. This beautifully designed, four-story house offers bright, spacious rooms with dedicated workspaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and inspiring common areas that foster both productivity and connection. The welcoming team and international community create a family-like atmosphere where digital nomads, remote workers, and social innovators collaborate, share meals, and engage in meaningful projects that connect them with the local culture and landscape. It's an ideal environment for those seeking an authentic Italian experience combined with a supportive, creative community.

Biggest Pros

• Incredibly welcoming and professional team that treats guests like family
• Strong, authentic community vibe fostering deep connections
• Beautiful, spacious, and inspiring workspace with great natural light
• Excellent location close to local shops and within walking distance of Matera's historic center
• Unique focus on social innovation and cultural immersion

Biggest Cons

Unique Selling Point

A pioneering rural coliving hub that seamlessly integrates a vibrant international community with deep local cultural immersion and social innovation projects, set within a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Neighborhood

Located in the historic San Pardo neighborhood, a quiet, authentic residential area with local delis, bakeries, cheesemakers, and supermarkets within a 5-minute walk. The area offers a genuine slice of Italian daily life, just a 15-20 minute stroll from the world-famous Sassi cave dwellings.

Community Vibe

A warm, family-like atmosphere where international guests and local team members collaborate and connect deeply.

Social Events

Community life is organic and guest-driven, often featuring shared dinners, pizza nights, and informal gatherings. The team facilitates deeper cultural exchanges like lunches with local families, guided nature walks, and visits to nearby towns like Grottole. There's a strong emphasis on spontaneous connection and collaborative projects rather than a rigid schedule of events.

Typical Resident

Digital nomads, remote workers, social innovators, entrepreneurs, and curious travelers seeking authentic cultural immersion and meaningful community connections.

Amenities

Casa Netural offers a thoughtfully designed, functional environment for living and working. The space features a bright and spacious coworking area with high-speed WiFi, dedicated desks in private rooms, meeting rooms, and phone booths for calls. A large, fully equipped kitchen serves as a social heart, while comfortable common areas and a balcony provide spaces for relaxation and connection. The design incorporates creative, repurposed elements, contributing to an inspiring and productive atmosphere.

• High-speed WiFi throughout the house
• Spacious coworking area with dedicated desks
• Private desks in all bedrooms
• Fully equipped shared kitchen
• Meeting rooms and phone booths
• Comfortable common areas and lounge
• Balcony
• Library
• Bike storage
• Weekly cleaning service
• Linens and towels provided

Location & Accessibility

Conveniently located on a main street in a residential neighborhood, Casa Netural offers excellent walkability to local amenities and good access to regional transport, though the historic center is a moderate walk away.

Public Transport

A bus stop with connections to Bari city center is just a 5-minute walk away. The Matera train and bus stations, providing links to regional towns and cities like Naples, are also within walking distance.

Car Considerations

Parking is available. A car is not necessary for daily life in Matera but can be useful for exploring the wider Basilicata region more freely.

Walkability

The neighborhood is highly walkable with all daily necessities (supermarkets, cafes, shops) within a 5-minute radius. The historic Sassi district and city center are a 15-25 minute walk or a short bike ride away. Taxis and local buses are available for longer trips.

Key Distances

5-minute walk to local supermarkets and shops. 15-25 minute walk to the Sassi di Matera (historic center). 5-minute walk to intercity bus stop. Walkable distance to Matera's main train and bus stations.

Challenges & Tips

The walk to the historic center involves a moderate incline. During summer, the lack of air conditioning makes fans essential. For exploring remote areas of Basilicata, consider renting a car or coordinating trips with the community.

Lifestyle Activities

Social & Cultural

Organic social life centered around shared meals, cultural exchange, and community projects.

• Shared community dinners and pizza nights
• Lunches with local families arranged by hosts
• Informal gatherings and conversations in common areas
• Visits to nearby towns like Grottole for community projects
• Monthly workshops and skill-sharing sessions

Wellness & Fitness

Opportunities for personal wellness and outdoor activity in the stunning local landscape.

• Guided nature walks in the Murgia Materana Regional Park
• Cycling and mountain biking in the surrounding countryside
• Yoga (often self-organized by guests)
• Access to local gyms mentioned by guests

Outdoor & Adventure

Direct access to the unique landscapes of the Sassi and the Basilicata region.

• Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sassi cave dwellings
• Hiking and trekking in the surrounding ravines and parks
• Cycling to the historic center and beyond
• Guided anthropological walks exploring the local territory

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