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Immersed in the verdant Umbrian countryside, thirty-six kilometres from the border with Tuscany, the interior of this lovely farmhouse built in stone and recently renovated, preserves intact the typical charm of its rural surroundings, typified by the splendid wooden beams on the ceiling.
Ginestra, whose name recalls the beautiful broom plant with its brigh yellow flower found in abundance in this area, stands on the top of a hill sloping gently towards other hills in the distance, and overlooks a splendid and extensive valley.
The swimming pool gets the best of the sun and enjoys a magnificent view. Outside the house the verandah, equipped with a table and twelve chairs and a barbecue, is ideal for eating al fresco.
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The Umbria region
Those who love nature, the old traditions, tranquillity and the enjoyment of life , can only feel at home and love Umbria, the green heart of Italy. With its profound roots in the past, it offers an unique testimony to the untouched Italian countryside.
An ideal mix of nature, peace, genuine cooking, culture and an antique farming tradition, Umbria is the centre of a continual flux of visitors from all over the world.A beautiful combination of rural and natural landscape constitutes one of its principal attractions.It's a region which offers natural panoramas of a particular beauty, characterized by green valleys and gently rolling hills, uncontamined areas in which you can find rural houses and medieval villages that remind us of the many historical passages that have seen Umbria as protagonist through the centuries.
Its cultural manifestations recognized all over the world, its historical centres, for istance, Perugia, Assisi, Todi, Orvieto, to mention only a few, and its ancient culinary traditions will give the visitor unforgettable moments to treasure for life time.
Umbertide area
Umbertide: Province: Perugia Tourism District: Upper Tiber Valley
Umbertide is located in the Upper Tiber Valley in northern Umbria, in a green valley lying below Mt. Acuto made very fertile by the Tiber River, which runs through it for about 50 kilometers.
Three good reasons for visiting Umbertide: > Rocca (Fortress) > Church and Museum of Santa Croce > Abbey and Hermitage of Montecorona
Evidence of the first settlements from the 6th century BC is provided by the Mt. Acuto bronzes, votive objects found at the top of the mountain, where an Etruscan sanctuary once stood. The earliest reliable documents on the town date from 1189, when Umbertide was subject to the jurisdiction of Perugia. Perugia maintained control until the 16th century, when it entered the Papal States, under the rule of which it remained until the establishment of the Kingdom of Italy (1860).
Art, culture, environment: Standing out in the historic centre is the Rocca, a superb medieval fortress, which has always been the symbol of the town. The Rocca has been entirely renovated, and is now the home of the Contemporary Art Centre. Two fine buildings are the octagonal Church of Santa Maria della Reggia (16th century), and the beautifully restored Church of Santa Croce (1610), which has been turned into a Museum: inside are a Deposition by Luca Signorelli (1516) and a large painting by Pomarancio.
Also interesting are the Church of San Bernardino (1556), the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà (1486), with a fresco attributed to Pinturicchio, and the Church of San Francesco, the oldest in Umbertide (1299): following meticulous restoration work to preserve it, it was reopened to the public and for worship in February 2005. Worth a visit nearby are the castles of Civitella Ranieri, of Serra Partucci, Montalto, Ascagano, Romeggio and Polgeto, and the old medieval villages of Montemigiano and Santa Giuliana.
The many churches include in particular the Abbey of San Salvatore and the Monte Corona Hermitage, built at an elevation of 700 meters in a beech and chestnut wood overlooking the Camaldolese abbey founded in 1008. It has a notable 11th-century crypt with Romanesque capitals and a fresco (14th century) of the Annunciation. Lastly, there is the exquisite medieval village of Preggio, with the ruins of the Rocca (fortress), the Church of the Santissima Trinità in San Francesco (13th century) and the Church of Madonna delle Grazie (15th century).
Events: Spring Festival – Chamber Music (April-May) Umbertide 25th April Prize for Literature (April) Rockin’ Umbria (June) Umbertide September Festival (September) “Fratta dell’Ottocento” September Festivals (September) Ecotipica – Ecological Agriculture Fair (September) Fratta Painting Prize (September) Chestnut Festival - Preggio (October) Feast of the Patron Saint, Our Lady of Heaven (8 November) Open Theater Festival (December-January)
Typical products: Wine: Umbertide is part of the Colli del Trasimeno Wine Route Salami, prosciutto, etc. White truffle
Information: Commune of Umbertide 075.94191 Website: www.comune.umbertide.it
A car is essential (hire cars can be picked up at the airports). Detailed directions will be sent when you rent the property.
From the south: A1 motorway, Orte exit. E45 expressway toward Cesena, Umbertide exit. From the north: A14 Adriatica motorway, Cesena Nord exit. E45 expressway toward Perugia-Roma, Umbertide exit. A1 motorway, Valdichiana exit. Perugia-Bettolle slip road, Passignano sul Trasimeno exit, toward Castel Rigone-Preggio, at the fork continue toward Umbertide.
Tourist Information: IAT – Upper Tiber Valley District Piazza Matteotti - Logge Bufalini - 06012 Città di Castello
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Sant'Egidio Perugia: 37 km
Railway:
Umbertide: 7 km
Ferry:
Ancona and Civitavecchia: 160 km
Activities near Umbertide
Sports: Tennis in town Golf less than 15 mins walk
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
General:
Central heating, CD player, Satellite TV
Utilities:
Dish washer, Cooker, Fridge, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (6)
Furniture:
Sleeps maximum of 11
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Further details outdoors: Ginestra lies along the country road leading to Umbertide, a delightful ancient town with supermarkets and facilities of all kinds. The area around Ginestra offers a number of tourist attractions of both environmental and cultural interest.
The surrounding countryside is particularly beautiful and from spring to the end of summer Umbertide, Città di Castello, Cortona and Gubbio, all nearby centres of artistic and historical interest, play host to a variety of film, artistic and musical events.
The layout of the villa is perfect for a group who wish to have their own privacy as it offers two different and independent areas.
Rental rates
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2180£ 1,717
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2590£ 2,039
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3000£ 2,362
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3360£ 2,646
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. If you book now, 10% discount on the weekly price.
Included in the price: weekly rental, electricity up to 330 KWH, water and hot water, weekly change of linen and cleaning on Saturday.
Security Deposit € 600.
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Contact details for home 53780
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Name:
Anna De Luca
Tel:
+39 075 8749838
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Advertiser joined: 14 Dec 2006 This property added: 2 Apr 2008
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