We are the Benn Family: Iza, Andris, and our daughters, Szonja and Johanna.
Countless hours of hard work, late-night brainstorming, the blessing of children, renovation, demolition, and building, preserving values while modernizing, welcoming our first guests, an intimate wedding, harvests, continuous estate maintenance, and so much precious time spent with our friends and family… We could go on and on about the experiences and work that have filled the last three years of our lives. We wouldn’t change a thing—this lifestyle has stolen our hearts. We want to introduce ourselves more closely and share the feeling of life we’ve created here at Csobánc, a place that has enchanted us and continues to captivate us.
We named this house, nestled on the side of the mountain with its stunning surroundings, Kövirigó Családi Birtok. When we took over the estate and spent the first summer here just as it was, we spent a lot of time thinking about the perfect name—one that would connect to the area and symbolize how we live here. That’s when we discovered the rock thrush (kövirigó), and we immediately fell in love with it. This little bird nests in the rocky cliffs and shrubbery of our witness mountains, singing its beautiful song as it lives its life. Its melody now surrounds our house, bringing joy and lightness to the days spent on the estate. To us, it symbolizes freedom and nature, while also embodying charm, playfulness, and kindness. This little bird is reflected in our logo, created by the talented Kövesdi Dóri.
In the following, we will show you the estate as a home, as a place to stay, as a hiking destination, as a farming unit, and as a space for retreat and relaxation. We’re preparing for exciting events and new offerings, so stay tuned and follow along!