Description
Villa Toppello is an exquisitely restored medieval house on the border between Umbria and Tuscany, offering a sumptuous and secluded retreat of natural style and local charm, overlooking the lake. This charming house offers a splendid and large private salt-water swimming pool measuring 12 x 6 metres, framed by flowering plants and the shade of the trees surrounding it.
This house offers a cosy, rustic façade with wooden shutters and old stonework. Overlooking the pristine meadows, there is a covered dining table amidst terracotta pots under a cool loggia, ideal for cool summer lunches or a splendid group aperitif. The outdoor spaces of Villa Toppello are sublime, the ancient outdoor stone staircase, very much in keeping with the Umbrian medieval style, leads to a roof terrace covered with flowering trellises.
Villa Toppello comprises four bedrooms with king beds and four bathrooms in the main house. One of the en-suite rooms is on the ground floor, with a convenient entrance to the living room (two steps up) and an independent exit to the loggia. Thanks to the ancient structure of the building, these rooms are cool in summer and warm in winter and are all air-conditioned for extreme comfort. The huge open-plan living room has a rustic atmosphere, beautiful exposed stonework, and an antique fireplace. Simply but elegantly furnished, guests will appreciate the cosy ambience, beautiful lighting and lively meals on the solid wood dining table. The muted colours, the soft brown leather of the sofas in the medieval-style great room and several spaces, including a writers' desk and a small library, contribute to the restful charm of this house. The kitchen is rustic but perfectly equipped for family self-catering, with all the modern touches and a beautiful view of the garden.
The property also boasts a small gym and sauna for those who wish to keep fit: it is a true retreat designed around tranquillity, restoration and well-being.
Separate from the main villa is a small cottage-style structure with a large window that overlooks the lake. This cottage has an additional bedroom and two bathrooms, as well as a comfortable living room and an equipped kitchenette. Villa Toppello has Wi-Fi and air conditioning in every room and is securely enclosed within its private driveway and grounds. You can also take long walks in the woods or visit the property by following the path that leads to a small private olive grove (the property has a total area of 11,000 sqm). /n Security deposit /n €500 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 4.00 p.m. Check-in outside this time may be subject to an extra cost. Please enquire for more details. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. Air-conditioning included, except during July and August, €100/weekly, payable locally. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes. /n Pets welcome? /n Pets are not allowed. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Air-conditioning included, except during July and August, €100/weekly, payable locally. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. /n Other Ts and Cs /n The 8-person price is for the villa only, whilst the 10-person price is for the villa and cottage. Please enquire for further information about the cottage. A further two extra guests can be accommodated on sofa beds in the main villa (maximum capacity 12 guests). /n Other Ts and Cs /n The villa only option (8-person price) is unavailable for bookings from 2023. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Villa Toppello can sleep up to 10 guests - 8 in the main villa and a further 2 guests in the cottage. Please see the 'Features' tab for further details. Please note that the cottage is closed and not accessible for guests when booking the 8-guest option. /n Other Ts and Cs /n /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note home security devices may be installed at the villa, please enquire for further information. /n Changeover day /n Saturday approximately May to October. Flexible during all other periods. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Extra €300 for the main villa only or €450 for the main villa and cottage, payable in cash on arrival. 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 No smoking inside the villa. /n Minimum stay /n 5-7 nights, varies by season. /n Heating costs included? /n During winter and spring, heating is included up to €100 per week. Any extra payable locally, based on consumption. /n Tax /n Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). /n Internet access? /n Wifi connection included. /n Pool opening dates? /n The pool is open approximately May to end-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 Property Licence Number /n CIN: IT054038C202019717
