Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
A wonderfully typical umbrian stone Farmhouse which has retained all of its original charm, yet giving you every modern comfort. The villa is set right in stunning countryside close to a small village. Should you wish to go on any amount of country walks all you need to do is step outside the villa, likewise should you wish to go sightseeing you will find any number of wonderful places to visit within a half hour radius. The Villa has an above average sized swimming pool (16 x 6) for those of you who would like to do some serious swimming. And there are several terraces from which to enjoy the fantastic views. There are enough good sized bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone to be happy.
16m by 6m private pool with amazing views
View from the pool
Very pretty villa
You can see it on the hill below the castle
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/18296
The Umbria region
The Upper Tiber Valley or "Valtiberina" is a wonderful part of Italy still very unspoilt and very Italian. Umbria has an array of wonderful places to visit with towns such as Perugia and Citta di Castello, and more wonderful hilltop villages and towns then you can possibly visit. Being right on the Tuscan Umbrian border it is ideally situated for visiting both of these areas . The Upper Tiber Valley is historically quite a wealthy area through tobacco farming and crafts such as carpentry for example and hece the towns are very well preserved and looked after. From May to November there are an array of festivals happening in the region, which is still very traditionall and proud of its roots. During the spring and summer there are flower festivals and music festivals happening throughout the region and in October and November the autumn festivals with local produce such as wild boar, porcini mushrooms and truffles.
Citta Di Castello / Trestina area
The small town of Trestina is situated between Citta di Castello and Umbertide both approx. 15 minutes away. Trestina is an agricultural area with predominantly tobbacco farming. The area is very pretty with beautiful country side and very close to a plathora of wonderful places to visit. Citta di Castello is a very pretty medieval citty with some lovely sites, a great piazza, lots of festivals during the summer months and a very good market twice a week. Citta di Castello also houses the Burri collection (a modern art collection by the artist Burri who lived there. The area called the Upper Tiber Valley is very beautiful and still very unspoilt. Being right on the Umbrian / Tuscan border you are able to easily visit both of these areas. With Arezzo close by, Perugia to the south, Lake Trasimeno 30 minutes away, Montone (said to be one of the most beautiful hilltop villages in Italy close by), Cortona and Castiglion Fiorentino 30 minutes away. This is a truly wonderful area. During the summer months there are more festivals, prdominantly music than you can wish for, with the most famous once being "Umbria Jazz" in Perugia, "Trasimeno Blues" by the lake of Trasimeno, and the Festival delle Nazione in Citta di Castello .
How to get there
Ryanair from Stansted to Perugia (45km), Ryanair to Pisa (150km), Ryanir to Bologna Foril (90km).
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perugia: 45 km
Railway:
Trestina: 10 km
Ferry:
Ancona: 110 km
Activities near Citta Di Castello
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (3), Ensuite (1), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: High standard in bathrooms and kitchen with attention to detail, quality and design
Further details outdoors: Several terraces and outdoor areas for eating and relaxing. Very good sized swimming pool with lovely views.
Further details
One third of total cost taken as deposit to secure booking, with the remainder to be paid 60 days prior to arrival date. £150.00 security deposit returned at the end of holiday unless major damage or extra cleaning incurred. Payment accepted in either Sterling of Euros.
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
To see availability please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/18296
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La Quercia is only available in the months of July and August 2007.
Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/18296
Contact details for home 18296
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Name:
Christina Bobath
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Advertiser joined: 11 Jul 2005 This property added: 2 Jan 2007
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