Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Casa Valente is a unique treasure from which to explore the beautiful Tuscan and Umbrian countryside. Set in a small borgo in Nardelli (Pozzuolo) on the Tuscan/Umbrian border not far from the shores of Lake Trasimeno, this recently renovated and modern detached house has everything you need in a holiday home and more.
The house boasts original features such as the wonderful stone archway leading through to the lounge from the kitchen. The house has its own patio for dining al fresco and for sunbathing. There is also a small seating area at the top of the external staircase (accessed through a French door) with wonderful views over the surrounding fields. Sit on the two bar stools and watch the sun go down over a romantic glass of wine!
Lake Trasimeno is a regional nature reserve and the views and surrounding countryside are truly breathtaking. This is a fantastic base from which to explore central Italy.
The owners have taken great care to ensure that your holiday in their home should be a pleasurable one.
Casa Valente
The Fully Equipped Kitchen and Dining Area
The Beautiful Living Room
The Downstairs WC
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The Umbria region
Umbria is known as the 'green heart of Italy' (il cuor verde d'Italia) due to its central position and vast woodlands. The rolling hills and fertile plains are dotted with picturesque towns, castles and monasteries rich in history and culture - Umbria is well known for its medieval hill-top towns. Perugia is the capital of Umbria and contains some of the most beautiful art and architecture in the province with a plethora of beautiful churches and an important Etruscan museum.
All year round in Umbria there are feast days, religious celebrations and pagan festivals linked to the farming year or to popular and historical traditions of the ancient communes. There are two main Jazz Festivals: Umbria Jazz takes place in the summer (July) in Perugia and Umbria Jazz Winter at the end of December/beginning of January in Orvieto. Many other towns have local jazz events also.
Castiglione del Lago / Pozzuolo area
Lake Trasimeno is the fourth largest lake in Italy and sits near the Tuscan/Umbrian border. Castiglione del Lago, on the western edge of the lake, is the largest town around it. Pozzuolo and Nardelli (where our home is situated) are approximately 7km further west. Lake Trasimeno is a wonderful nature reserve, protected by its Natural Park status. The lake is very shallow and is ideal for bathing with 8 well-kept beaches. There are three islands on the Lake the largest of which is Isola Maggiore. You can take boat trips to Isola Maggiore and Isola Polvese (the third island, Minore, is private). There are many walking/hiking, and mountain-biking trails throughout the area offering spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.
The area around Lake Trasimeno is an excellent base and offers easy access to some of the most beautiful places in Umbria and Tuscany: Cortona (20 mins) and Chiusi (25 mins) Perugia (45 mins) and Assisi (55 mins) Siena (70 mins) and Florence (1¼ hours) Arezzo (45 mins) Pisa (2 hrs) and Rome (2 hrs) Orvieto (50 mins)
How to get there
• Fly to Rome, Pisa or Perugia (Perugia from Stansted only) • Cheap flights available from Ryanair.co.uk or Easyjet.co.uk etc. • Car hire available through Hertz (partnered with Ryanair) or most major car hire companies • Roughly equidistant from Pisa or Rome with a journey time either way of around 1¾ - 2 hours on the Autostrada del Sole (A1): exit Valdichiana if driving from the North; exit Chiusi-Chianciano Terme if driving from the South (45 mins drive from Perugia)
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pisa, Rome or Perugia
Railway:
Castiglione del Lago: 7 km
Activities near Castiglione del Lago
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: • Mains gas, electricity and water. • The kitchen has a gas hob and electric oven. • A wonderful stone archway leads through to the lounge from the kitchen with French doors leading out on to the patio. • Both the kitchen and lounge have a terracotta ceiling with wooden beams. • The house has a downstairs WC and a bathroom (with shower) upstairs. • There is a ceiling fan in the lounge and two floor standing fans in the bedrooms upstairs. • Both bedrooms are located upstairs (internal staircase). • Although all linen and towels are provided (changed on a weekly basis), please bring your own towels for garden or beach use.
Further details outdoors: • The house has its own garden/patio area with a large fixed gazebo for those times when you require shade from the sun. This is also an excellent area for dining alfresco. • There is a garden set with seating for four along with two sun loungers and two deck chairs. • There is a small seating area at the top of the external staircase (accessed through a French door) with wonderful views over the surrounding fields. Sit on the two bar stools and watch the sun go down over a romantic glass of wine!
Further details
• You will be greeted by an English speaking rep who will welcome you on arrival and be in a position to answer any of your questions. • There will also be a welcome pack to get you started on your holiday. • Rental cost is inclusive of final cleaning, all utilities and free use of the washing machine and the two bicycles (N.B. an additional charge will be made if more than €45 of electricity/gas is used per week).
Conditions
• There is a refundable breakages deposit of £200 (by way of a separate cheque) required before departure, to be refunded within three weeks of your return departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). • A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the rental fee is required to secure the booking. • Property not suitable for children under 10.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Availability notes
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