About Grigorescu Mansion
Conacul Grigorescu is a Slow Food destination in the UNESCO Global Geopark Buzău Land, created for guests who want more than a meal: a farm-to-table experience brought together in one beautiful, relaxed place: on a restored estate, around a historical 1930 mansion with large garden, renovated and partially rebuilt over 10+ years. An educational organic farm nearby at the Buzau river is under development and will expand future learning programs for families and kids. Conacul Grigorescu hosts also the head quarter of the Slow Food Community Buzău Land.
Conacul Grigorescu developed Romania’s first Interactive Food Hub with digital storytelling and full ingredient traceability:
Every dish and product tells a food story — about local producers, regional traditions, and seasonal ingredients from Buzău county and the Dealu Mare wine region. Guests can explore local products through tastings, participate in cooking classes or culinary workshops, or simply discover the stories behind Romanian artisanal food. See it. Scan it. Taste it. Take at home: QR codes reveal local producers, recipes, and cook-at-home kits. The space also hosts private events and corporate meetings and team buildings.
Grigorescu Mansion is not a classic restaurant or a fine dining establishment, but a place to taste, learn, and reconnect with where food comes from — with the option to stay overnight in one of our 3 exclusive apartments. Dining and experiences are reservation-based.
History of the Mansion
Conacul Grigorescu: the mansion, built in the neo-Brancovan style, was constructed in 1930 by the wealthy landowner C. C. Grigorescu. For many years, the house and surrounding land were used for local wine and brandy production. During World War II, Conacul Grigorescu was used as a hospital for wounded soldiers and as a shelter for local inhabitants. The mansion was abandoned over 20 years ago and remained empty until 2011, when our family bought it. At that time, the mansion was uninhabitable and partially destroyed. We undertook a step-by-step renovation with local craftsmen and using local construction materials, in order to restore the original structure and beauty of the mansion.
Today, the mansion has been fully renovated and serves as our private residence, as well as the headquarters of Terra Carpatica and the Slow Food Community Buzău. It is located at the entrance to the Buzău River Valley, close to the Dealu Mare wine region and the Muddy Volcanoes. Please note that the mansion itself is not a museum and cannot be visited.
Facilities of Grigorescu Mansion
The estate offers the following facilities for farm-to-table dining, private & corporate events, shopping and accommodation:
Casa Noelia: Farm-to-Table Restaurant & Local Food Store
Casa Noelia (the former annex of Grigorescu Mansion) was originally used as a garage and, in the 1960s–1970s, it also hosted small private events such as village weddings. In May 2017, a full renovation—combined with partial new construction—began to transform the building into a traditional Wallachian, country-style house. The project paid exceptional attention to authentic details, especially the handcrafted woodwork of the classic Romanian veranda. Construction was completed in early 2019, and the space was reimagined again in 2025–2026 as a modern, multifunctional hub.
Today, Casa Noelia hosts:
Ground Floor
- Farm-to-table restaurant
- Integrated Local Food Store
Mezzanine Floor (Multifunctional space)
- Slow Food Buzău Info Point & meeting space
- Corporate meetings & small events
- Chill-out lounge area
- Kids Food Lab & workshop location
- Potential restaurant extension (seasonal / on demand)
Capacity
- Ground Floor: up to 50 guests
- Mezzanine Floor: up to 24 guests
Only upon prior reservation
Orangerie and Terrace of the Mansion
The Orangerie and the terrace are the latest additions to the Grigorescu Mansion, completed in August 2019. The area can accommodate up to 50 people for farm-to-table and private outdoor dining, as well as for breakfast for our B&B guests.
Capacity: Max. 50 persons
Only upon prior reservation
Outdoor Cooking Area
The cooking area contains cooking facilities with a wood oven, a barbecue, a fireplace for a traditional cooking pot and a smoke house – a perfect place for team cooking and artisanal food workshops.
Capacity: Max. 25 persons
Only upon prior reservation
Pool and Pool Bar
The pool bar is one of the most attractive features of Grigorescu Mansion. With space for up to 16 people, it can be used for wine tasting, cooking shows, cooking classes and pizza workshops for children, or simply for relaxing with a glass of good wine. Out of season, it can be used for evening gatherings.
Capacity: Pool area only available for guests with accommodation or private events
Only upon prior reservation
Casa Sophie: Pool Apartment
The apartment is located in the newly built Casa Sophie, a neo-Brancovanesc-style annexe to the Grigorescu Mansion. Spread over two floors (ground and attic), it features a spacious terrace with a separate entrance overlooking the outdoor pool, offering direct access to the garden and pool. With a double bed in the attic and a sofa bed on the ground floor, the apartment is ideal for a family of two adults and two children aged 4–17.
Capacity: 2 adults, 2 children
Advance booking required
Casa Sophie: Minifarm Apartment
The apartment is located in the newly built Casa Sophie, a neo-Brancovanesque-style house annexed to the Grigorescu Mansion. It has two floors (ground and attic) and a spacious terrace with a separate entrance and a view of the garden and miniature farm. With a double bed in the attic and a sofa bed on the ground floor, the apartment is ideal for a family of two adults and two children aged 4–17.
Capacity: 2 adults, 2 children
Advance booking required
Grandmother's House
Step back in time at Grandmother’s House, a traditional Romanian cottage exuding authentic charm and character. The cottage can accommodate two adults. We can also provide a baby’s cot. The house has two floors: a ground floor and a small attic with two beds for children up to 12 years old and a veranda with a separate entrance and direct access to the garden.
Capacity: 2 adults (+ children up to 12 years old)
Advance booking required
Children Playground & Chill-out Area
Our family-friendly playground and relaxation area provides a safe, natural environment in which children can play and explore while their parents relax. With its open green spaces, the area blends seamlessly with the estate’s rustic charm. It is perfect for families visiting the farm-to-table restaurant or staying in our accommodation.
Capacity: Open to all guests
Minifarm
The Grigorescu mansion’s vegetable garden and orchard provides most of the produce used for our private events and cooking classes, including herbs, spices, tomatoes, aubergines, plums and much more. Everything is grown organically, without the use of artificial fertilisers. We also have chickens and ducks.
Buzau River Educational Farm (Under Construction)
Our ambitious educational farm project along the Buzău River is currently under development. This expanded facility will serve as a comprehensive learning center for sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, and regional food traditions. The riverside location will feature expanded organic gardens, demonstration areas for traditional farming techniques, and dedicated spaces for educational programs for schools, families, and visitors interested in agro-tourism and slow food principles.
Capacity: Coming soon
Opening date to be announced
Opening Hours
Local Food Shop & Tastings:
Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 - 18:00
Farm-to-Table Lunch / Local Food Shop:
Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 - 18:00
Groups: upon request
Visit Us
Dining and experiences are reservation-based.
Conacul Grigorescu
Berca, Buzău County
Romania