Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca: Gufo

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Apartment |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Bettona in Perugia

£91–£100 / night
£640 / week

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

4 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

Enjoy the quintessential Slow Travel vacation — a week (that is not to say you can’t stay for 3 days or a month for that matter) in an intimate town where you can settle in and relax. Your stay at the beautifully restored and furnished Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca is the perfect base from which to discover Umbria. Enjoy spectacular art and architecture, extraordinary cuisine, amazing wine, and wonderful views all along the way.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The palazzo was restored and opened in 2008. There are many stone walls with rustic beamed ceilings and complemented by beautiful Mission style furnishings . The rooms are spacious, the kitchen (with marble counter) has everything you will need to prepare full meals, the bed is extremely comfortable with beautiful linens and soft towels, and the bathroom has a full tub/show combination. From the windows the entire Spoleto Valley opens ups with Assisi, Mount Subasio, and the Apennines in the distance. Sunrises are breathtakingly beautiful. The apartment exudes comfort and tranquility.

Further details outdoors:
There are several terraces for guest use. Meals are served on the garden terrace off the palazzo's main kitchen. We are located in the historic center of town only two blocks from the main piazza — the center of activity in town — where you can enjoy a cappuccino at the bar bar or rustic Umbrian fare at our osteria. There you will also find our town museum (with a lovely Perugino), two churches, the bank (with ATM) and post office.

Further details

We do not charge high seasons rates but there is a fee of 100euros (per week) for air conditioning, if necessary.

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Apartment Gufo with spiral staircase leading to sleeping loft

 

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Roomy sleeping loft

 

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Sleeping loft

The Umbria region

Umbria, known as the 'Green Heart' of Italy, is less discovered than Tuscany but equally as beautiful. The pace here is slower, the cultural activities varied, the art spectacular, and the wine and food unsurpassed. And we are able to share our extraordinary heritage without the crush of tourists found elsewhere. You'll be pleased with the ease with which you can get around to the many small towns to discover treasures from Etruscan tombs, Roman ruins, Medieval towns, Renaissance masterpieces, and so much more.
Known for our wine, and in particular the wonderful Sagrantinos and passitos, Umbria boasts 100s of wineries offering wine tastings upon appointment or join us at the end of May for Cantine Aperte when almost all are open to the public.
Did I mention the extraordinary cuisine? Our sausages - both fresh and cured - will set a new standard for you. The plain town of Norcia is famous for meats, cheeses, and truffles. While strolling the streets, the fragrance hits you even before you enter the shops. And our delicious olive oils, often slightly picante, are unlike others you've tasted. You'll have to come and sample all of it for yourself.
From large towns with glorious works of art — by Perugino, Pinturicchio, Giotto, Luca Signorelli, Benozzo Gozzoli and others — to soaring architecture — from the amazing duomo of Orvieto to the Romanesque churches of Bevagna. And wonderful hill towns to be explored and spectacular views all along the way.
For incredible natural beauty, there are the nearby Sibilini Mountains and the amazing Piano Grande and, in nearby le Marche, the Frassati Caves. The hills and plains are filled with color — from the yellow broom in April to May's poppies, to July and August's fields of sunflowers — making this a photographer's dream destination.

The Perugia / Bettona area

Bettona is a small hill town, originally an Etruscan settlement, is completely surrounded by walls — both Etruscan and medieval. Located within 15 kilometers of both Perugia and Assisi and convenient to the highways that ring Umbria. The Perugia/Assisi airport (now called San Francesco) is serviced by RyanAir and only 25 minutes away.
Bettona is a remarkably tranquil spot with about 350 people living within the walls and about 3500 residents in the Comune (comprised of 4 'frazione'). A morning walk around the walls is a wonderful way to start the day here, followed by a cappuccino and dolce in the bar in the main piazza, and then off for an excursion to one of the many small towns nearby.
There are two restaurants in town, a small archeological and painting museum (a lovely Perugino), two churches, and an oratory with 14th century frescoes.
Guests always comment on how taken they are with the Bettona's charm.

How to get there

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The closest large airport is Rome's Fiumicino. There is also the small international airport (served by RyanAir) of Perugia/Assisi (now San Francesco). It is about 25 minutes away.

TRAIN: It is easy to take a train from the airport. You will need to transfer in Rome for a train to Assisi. Or, you can pick up a rental car at Perugia or Foligno.

CAR: Most guests rent a car and drive to me.
Head in the direction of Rome and the road will turn into the GRA (Grande Raccordo Anulare), which is a ring road around Rome. You are looking for the A1 to Firenze (Florence). Exit at uscita 10, but 8, 9, and 10 all have the same exit. Keep heading for Firenze / A1 and get a ticket. This much should have taken you about 40 minutes.
Once on the A1 you drive for about 25 minutes and exit at ORTE. Go to the lane with the picture of someone handing the driver something and your life will be easier. (Toll is 3.80euro) Once out the gate go to your right and follow the signs for Perugia.
You will be heading basically east for about 20 minutes before you see the signs for Perugia. Follow signs to Perugia/Cesena and you will end up on the E45. Stay on the E45 for about 40 minutes more and exit at PONTE NUOVO (right after DERUTA). (You will notice the sign for Deruta Nord lists BETTONA but the next exit is a little closer.
Come off the exit ramp and go to your right, then go over the bridge. After the bridge, the road will make a sharp right but you want to make a left onto the little street between the bar and the brick church. You’ll be on this road for a couple kilometers until you come to a T-stop. Go right toward Bettona. Almost there. Follow this a few kilometers. Pass through Signoria until you see the hill of Bettona with its church towers. The road will bend to the left (at Colle) and you will want to go straight up the hill and, after lots of bends in the road, you eventually will come to the town. Follow the walls around to the left until you see the front gate.
Once inside the gate, take the road on the left and come up to the main piazza — its one way only. You will see a large church on the left, the bar and our town museum on the right, the bank, post office, fountain and another church on the other side of the piazza. Go right and pass through the piazza, down the only street you can go. I'm in the next little piazza on the left- Piazza Preziotti, number 4.
If you get lost ask for Michael and they’ll tell you where I live.

Activities near Perugia

Reviews

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27 Mar 2012

“Best B&B ever!!!!” This was actually the second time I've stayed at Michael's B&B in Bettona. He's an amazing person and his house is absolutely gorgeous, comfortable, classy and rich in nice... more

07 Feb 2012

“Your new best friend in Italy” Did you ever wish you had this really cool friend who lived in Italy—in a beautiful palazzo in a charming hilltown—who just loved having guests? Well, you do. Michael La Placa calls his... more

18 Jan 2012

“Your Grandmother's Secret Palazzo” This palazzo atop a hill with a 360 degree view of the Umbrian valley below is a Classic example of Italian hospitality at its finest with a humorous American host who speaks the local language,... more

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31 Dec 2011

“Memorable accommodations in a splendid location.” If you would like to feel like you are a native, this town & it's lovely Palazzo is the place for you. The location makes neighboring Assisi & Perugia easily accessible, while michael,the owner,... more

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Guestbook for Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca: Gufo

A sample of 2011 reviews:

These past 4 days we have felt like we have been staying with a good friend in their beautiful home. You have created a very special place and a large part of the experience is your personal touch. Your willingness to help us in our hour(s) of need, saved our vacation. Your tips on where to go, great directions, what to see and focus on, made this a truly memorable visit. Your willingness to share your love and knowledge of the area's food, wine, art, etc. is appreciated. [We] thoroughly enjoyed our morning coffee in the piazza and evening visits. You take wonderful care of your guests. Thanks again.
— Mary and Jim Bonner, Colorado Springs, CO

It is apparent from the comments in this book that many others share our admiration for what you have achieved here and a fervent desire to stay longer. Congratulations on your vision for this place and we hope it continues to fulfill your dreams. Many thanks,
— Ian and Sue Webb, Sydney, Australia

Your wondrous home made our 'Week in Umbria' among the most relaxing, enjoyable, and memorable of our lives. The food — both the meals made lovingly by you and the ones you helped us order in the terrific restaurants you chose — was extraordinary. And your brilliance as a tour guide and host allowed us to see and experience so much in 7 short days. Mostly, thank you for sharing these astounding digs with us. Your generosity gives new meaning to paraphrased aphorism, "mi palazzo, su palazzo." Fondly,
— Andrew, Bonnie, and Marilyn Cranin. New York

I had an idea for my dream vacation in Italy. It must be relaxing, stress free, serine countryside, a view from above, a taste of Italy without the hustle and bustle. You provided it all. You are a wonderful host and such a considerate person. Dinner was fabulous and the tours of nearby towns and meeting your friends were unforgettable. You truly made this holiday one of the best for us. We'll be back!
– Bruno and Sally Boffa, Atlanta, GA

We arrived announcing a need for repose in Umbria. We came, we saw, we rested. Michael shared a bottle of local wine and in the charm of the attic room we watched the sun pass over the valley changing the colors on the hills below. Asissi always in the distance. Perfetto! Grazie
– Jo and Confit, Atlanta, GA

Your palazzo has been the highlight of our trip. It was worth waiting 50 years for the experience. [We] can't thank you enough for everything. Keep doing what you're doing [because] it is all you.
— Lois and Sam Hanson, Bruelle, NJ

I can't thank you enough for a truly lovely week! From the moment we arrived you offered us opportunity upon opportunity to experience this amazing life you've both found and built in Umbria. Dinner elbow to elbow with Bettonesi at the Sagra, cappuccino on the piazza, great dipping and swooping rides from one beautiful hill town down through vinyards and fields of sunflowers to the next. Open air concerts, secret maps to artisitc and architectural treasures, forays to find cashmere and pottery; and yummy, yummy meals. Oh, the food! Above all, it was a joy to see Umbria through your eyes. What a fun week. Thank you. Your fan,
— Johanna Van Hise Heart

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
April to November	14 Apr 12	12 Nov 12	800€ 800	125€ 125	125€ 125	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Cleaning fee: 30 euro

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You are contacting Michael LaPlaca Landline n/a Mobile n/a Languages spoken The owner is based in the United States and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This apartment has received 4 reviews from previous guests.

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