Bansko, Bulgaria
Bansko is a picturesque town nestled in the Pirin Mountains of southwestern Bulgaria. In summer, the town becomes a haven for hikers, mountain bikers, and nature enthusiasts exploring the surrounding national park. Bansko's old town, with its cobblestone streets and traditional Bulgarian architecture, provides a glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage.
Why Bansko?
We're in Bansko for its legendary slopes, hearty Bulgarian cuisine, and the unique joy of watching developers debug code while wrapped in fleece blankets. It's a niche market, but we're cornering it.
NO.
No software engineers jokes allowed.
WE ARE HERE FOR A RIDICULOUS AMOUNT OF PASTA, SO DON’T COME IF YOU’RE ON DIET.
When?
Full Immersion: 1st June 2025 - 1st July 2025 [31 nights]
A bit of Basil: 2 weeks only. Available for shared rooms.
OPTION 1: 1 June 2025 - 15 June 2025 [14 nights]
OPTION 2: 16 June - 30 June 2025 [14 nights]
Bansko: Your Bulgarian dream
Bansko doesn’t really need a presentation, it’s the hottest digital nomad hotspot in europe! If you don’t know now you know it!
Bansko Nomad Fest
Our Bulgarian chapter will perfectly overlap with the Bansko Nomad Fest! The village is going to be packed with events, party and nomads!
Bansko Nomad Fest
Our Bulgarian chapter will perfectly overlap with the Bansko Nomad Fest! The village is going to be packed with events, party and nomads!
What's Included?
🏠 Accommodation
- A nice cozy private room in our coliving space, everything that happens in there, stay’s in there 😏. We have room types for all budgets (reach out to us, there’s always some offer ongoing!)
- Weekly cleaning service (the only smell allowed is tomato stains 🍝)
- Coliving amenities, clean sheets, and towels included
- No extra charges for heating, AC, hot water, or internet
💻 Work
- Strong fiber internet for those boring work video calls
- Coworking space included in every chapter
- In-room workspaces for when you need privacy to argue with your boss!
🍽️ Food & Community
- Where the magic happen: the best KITCHEN you’ll see in a Coliving ❤️
- Dinner is our favorite moment of the day, you just stop working and there’s something sorted for you, either we do a big plate of spaghetti or we go try some local food all together!
- Feel free to propose and cook - everyone will help!
- Cooking classes always happen in Basilico, be ready to learn proper Lasagna and Tiramisu to impress your next crush (trust me, it works ❤️)
🏄♀️ Activities & Lifestyle
- Spontaneous lifestyle - we don't do strict schedules
- Organized weekend adventures (best mix of adventure, party, and chill)
- Surprise weekends (past participants know the drill)
👩🍳 Support
- Best Community managers ever (not biased, promise)
- Expert help with all things about digital nomad
- Local recommendations and bookings
- 24/7 support, we don’t sleep, NEVER!
💸 Not Included (But We Can Help)
- Flights to our location
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Extra activities
🌟 The Casa Basilico Experience
- Work hard during the day, play hard in the evening
- Join spontaneous dinners and activities
- Weekend adventures planned in advance for the best experiences
- Flexibility to join in or do your own thing (but we are going to be quite convincing)
Logistics
Arrival: Yes they have airports in Bulgaria…
Your gateway options 🛩️
• Sofia Airport (SOF): 2.5 hour drive.
•. Plovdiv Airport (PDV): 3 hour drive.
We can find local transportation with taxi or bus 🚌
• Sofia Airport (SOF): 2.5 hour drive.
•. Plovdiv Airport (PDV): 3 hour drive.
We can find local transportation with taxi or bus 🚌
Work Rhythm
Bansko operates on EET (UTC+2), aligning perfectly with European business hours and early morning cold plunge 🏊♀️
Casa Basilico x Nomadico Location
Our 13-room coliving paradise is just 15-minute stroll from Bansko's historic center.
Amenities include:
• Mountain view rooms
• Wi-Fi fast, really fast!
• Shared kitchen:
• Pasta.
• Spaghetti
• No pineapple on pizza.
• Weekly cleaning
• In-room desks
Amenities include:
• Mountain view rooms
• Wi-Fi fast, really fast!
• Shared kitchen:
• Pasta.
• Spaghetti
• No pineapple on pizza.
• Weekly cleaning
• In-room desks
You won’t be bored, promise:
Bansko offers more than just slopes and screens:
• Hiking trails that make your step counter feel like it's overachieving
• Hot springs
• Cozy fireside chats in the mehana (our in-house Bulgarian restaurant)
• Access to Nestwork Coworking - https://nestwork.bg/
• Basilico special: Surprise weekends (those who joined in the past know the drill)
• Hiking trails that make your step counter feel like it's overachieving
• Hot springs
• Cozy fireside chats in the mehana (our in-house Bulgarian restaurant)
• Access to Nestwork Coworking - https://nestwork.bg/
• Basilico special: Surprise weekends (those who joined in the past know the drill)
Your community managers:
Forget about making plans, researching activities and checking reviews of the restaurants around. We can’t sit in one place for long, so trust us there will be a lot happening. Throughout our chapters we mastered weekend trips organisation where all you need to do is pack your bag and come along. There will be a fancy car waiting for you (probably Fiat Panda). And we will take you to some cool spots to explore, eat and maybe sing in sketchy karaoke bar 🪩
Are you ready for this madness? 🌞
Join us in Bansko. For “just one more bite of lasagna” “Just one more spoon or tiramisu” and “Just one more, I’m never doing this again kind of night” 💃🏽
Are you ready for this madness? 🌞
Join us in Bansko. For “just one more bite of lasagna” “Just one more spoon or tiramisu” and “Just one more, I’m never doing this again kind of night” 💃🏽
Your belly: Never empty
If you are planning to wake up at 5am and eat salad every day, it might not be the best spot for you. We embrace “do whatever you want” philosophy as long as it includes cooking pasta every day, road trips to unknown places in the weekends and spontaneous decisions. Pack some comfy pants, trust us jeans are not a good idea 👖
Available Rooms
✨ Early Bird Price ✨
Since we know that if you’re here planning your trip ahead we want to give you a little prize!
Until end of December 2024 you can book with a discounted price, do it NOW or FOMO!
Until end of December 2024 you can book with a discounted price, do it NOW or FOMO!
*All the prices are intended for single use, if the room is shared there will be a surcharge of 10%.
*Pictures might be from a similar room, with same amenities and same size and level
*Pictures might be from a similar room, with same amenities and same size and level
Shared Apartment Premium
750€ 600€ person ~ 2 spots/ apartment
750€ 600€ person ~ 2 spots/ apartment
🏠 Room Features
- 🛌 Bed setup: The apartments have two beds in a shared space
- 🚽 One private bathroom
- 🛋️ Spacious living room
- 🏞️ Balcony
- 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
- 🧺 Bed linen and towels provided
🏠 Apartment Amenities
- 🔥 Fully equipped kitchen
- ☕ Tea / Coffee machine
- 🧊 Fridge
- 🏞️ Balcony
- 💨 Hair dryer
- 📶 Wifi
🌟 Included Amenities
- 💻 Coworking
- 🙋♀️ Best Community Managers
- 🔥 Sauna & Fireplace
- 🍳 Fully Equipped Shared Kitchen
- 💻 Fibre Optic Internet
Standard Shared Bathroom
1300€ 1040€
1300€ 1040€
🏠 Room Features
- 👥 Suitable for: Single person or couple
- 🛌 Bed setup: Spacious double bed
- 🚽 Bathroom shared with one other room
- 🧺 Fresh linens and pillows provided
🌟 Included Amenities
- 💻 Coworking space
- 🙋♀️ The best Community manager ever
- 🍳 Fully equipped shared kitchen
Private Ensuite Double Premium
1400€ 1120€
1400€ 1120€
🏠 Room Features
- 👥 Suitable for: Single person, couple
- 🚿 Private ensuite bathroom
- 🛏️ Cozy bedding with fresh linens and soft pillows
🌟 Included Amenities
- 💻 Coworking
- 🙋♀️ Best Community Managers
- 🔥 Sauna & Fireplace
- 🍳 Fully Equipped Shared Kitchen
- 💻 Fibre Optic Internet
Private Ensuite Twin Premium ~ 1400€ 1120€
Beds can be set up together for a couple or separately for 2 friends. This room is also suitable for 1 person.
🏠 Room Features
- 👥 Suitable for: Single person, couple, or two friends
- 🚿 Private ensuite bathroom
- 🛏️ Cozy bedding with fresh linens and soft pillows
🌟 Included Amenities
- 💻 Coworking
- 🙋♀️ Best Community Managers
- 🔥 Sauna & Fireplace
- 🍳 Fully Equipped Shared Kitchen
- 💻 Fibre Optic Internet
Common Questions
What is the minimum stay?
We encourage a minimum stay of one month to fully savor the culinary experience and immerse yourself in our vibrant community! However, we are always open to spontaneous requests, and we're flexible to accommodate shorter stays of one week when availability allows.
Are food and weekend activities included?
Food and weekend activities are not included in the pricing. The good news is that we will be cooking and organizing the weekend activities so that the pressure off your shoulders! We also work closely with local businesses, which gives us multiple discounts around the city.
Is this a medition retreat?
Not really :)
What if I am vegan/ vegetarian/ gluten-free etc.?
In Casa Basilico we welcome all foodies! We like to experiment with our recipes and always make sure we meet all dietary requirements.