Description
Nestled in the green heart of Umbria, close to Lake Trasimeno, you will find this seemingly typical farm. But look closely and you will notice that it is anything but typical – it has been lovingly restored by its architect owner to reflect traditional local building techniques, alongside some carefully considered antique and modern interior touches, blending 21st century style with the traditional Umbrian old stone buildings.
This large property consists of several buildings, including a main farmhouse and a converted hayloft. It sleeps up to twelve people over its six bedrooms, in the two buildings. The main house offers an open plan living area with plenty of seating and a place to dine, opening out on to the terrace which overlooks the lake. Step out on to the other side of the house and you will be under a covered pergola where you can enjoy al fresco dining.
The kitchen is spacious and well equipped, but if you want to use the services of a local cook, just ask the owners and that can be arranged. The farm’s old henhouse has been converted into an outside kitchen so that you can cook and eat under a wisteria-covered pergola as the sun sets over the lake. It also has its own bread oven.
Outside you will also find your own private pool, set in an old olive grove. While you are gently doing your laps, you will be able to see the ruins of Castel di Zocco and the largest of three islands in the lake. After a fun splash and swim, you can rinse off under the outdoor shower or in the changing room with full bathroom. The garden is completely fenced in and has a 900m path for walking, running and even cycling. Or you could even challenge someone to a game of table tennis in a shaded spot, with full views of the lake.
If you can drag yourself away from the property, Perugia is just a 20-minutes’ drive away, where you will find plenty of medieval architecture, a Gothic cathedral displaying Renaissance paintings and frescoes, and a host of excellent restaurants. The area is also great for biking and hiking, plus there are golf courses and tennis courts nearby too. /n Security deposit /n €2500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
/n Arrival time /n 3.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Late arrivals, if agreed, will be charged €50 (paid locally). /n Departure time /n 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Late departures, if agreed, will be charged €50 (paid locally). /n Energy costs included? /n Yes, fair usage policy applies. Excess charged extra. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, plus mid-week change. /n Pets welcome? /n On request only and with prior agreement with the owner.
/n Changeover day /n Saturday. All other changeover days on request. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Smoking Allowed? /n Outside only. /n Insurance /n Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. All other durations on request.
/n Heating costs included? /n Extra €500 (main house) + €100 (annexe), payable locally. /n Tax /n Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).
/n Internet access? /n Wi-Fi internet access included. /n Pool towels included? /n Yes, plus mid-week change. /n Pool opening dates? /n The pool is open approximately June to September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Air conditioning is featured in the double bedrooms of the main house and in the bedroom in the annexe. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.
/n Other Ts and Cs /n When minimum occupancy is booked, some rooms may not be accessible and this remains at the owner's discretion. Please enquire should you require details.
