Restored 16thC Farmhouse with Pool
Beautiful Gardens and views of Todi and hills nearby
Sleeps 10/12 (5 Bedrooms)
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Approached along a quiet country road running alongside a tributary of the Tevere with no heavy traffic, the villa overlooks this quiet valley withh splendid vews of Todi. The gardens are landscaped with Willow Poplar & Cyprus trees, lavender and rose beds - Extensive irrigated lawns. Situated on the edge of the National park of the Tiber valley. Regular pool maintenance. Permanent gardener thro Summer. Full supporting staff. Beautiful original paintings and decor. Le Terrazze is a true home fom home. Maid service included. Cook/holistic massage on request. 3km to village -bar and shop open 24hrs -5kms to Todi walled city-4 super markets outside the city walls, banks, chemists and all you 'll need. Perfect location for touring Assisi Orvieto Perugia and many picturesque towns within 40km.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 17 December 2011 - 23 June 2012 | £2000 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 14 July 2012 | £2500 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 25 August 2012 | £2500 | 7 | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 1 September 2012 | £2500 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 17 December 2012 | £2000 | 7 |
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, departure before 10am, giving time to prepare for next arrival after 4pm .possibility of flexible change days only in low season i.e. Winter snd part Spring / Autumn.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bed 1 - 4 poster D / bed- en-suite bath spacious Terrace. Bedrms 2, 3 & 4, all en-suite bath/shower, each can be made up as twin or double. Bedrm 5 large rm with en-suite bath and terrace overlooking pool. Interior decor like home from home. |
| Bathrooms: | All bathrooms to beds 1 2 & 3 equipped with hand shower WC + bidet. Bed 4 corner shower WC bidet. Bed 5 bath bidet wc and twin bowl basins. Additionally there are guest toles on the gd floor one of which has a shower. |
| Kitchen: | Main Kitchen open planned to dining room which has comfortable seating to open fireplace and dining to seat 10/12.- Kitchen has Elec Oven Gas hob-Fridge/freezer D/W M/wave. Recep to south terrace has bar kitchenette to East breakfast al fresco |
| Utility Room: | Utility room with clothes washer and enclosed outside drying area with hanging lines, located across the patio on the approach to the covered parking for 2 cars. Boiler room under outer stairs. |
| Living Rooms: | Very spacious Sitting room and separate Dining room - Both these recep rooms have original large stone built open fireplaces. Extensive terraces for dining. TV in sitting room and master bedroom --(Sky TV and connection for internet). |
| Other: | Gazebo 10 ft X 10ft adjoins the pool terrace -- Unusual feature of the pool are the shallow steps and adjoining planting... Swings for children ample lounge seating and sun beds plus umbrellas .--Shaded areas to relax |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bed linen, Bath Robes and towels are provided, changed weekly. Coloured pool towels changed as req'd in high summer house cleaning 3 times weekly 2 hrs each. Twice on last week which includes full cleaning on Saturday of departure |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access central heating air conditioning room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
Cots & baby chairs available, children welcome. DVD with selection for children. TV in sitting room and master bedroom Sky TV and connection for internet Full central heating and windows screens for mosquitoes. Beautiful fireplaces for winter log fires in principal rooms, lawns irrigated at night, pool size 12x 6 metres plus lead in with shallow steps 2.5 mts wide with Gazebo. 3x3 Mts
Accessibility
The villa has not been designed with wheel chair access but it may be of interest to note that the cottage may be available and is suitable for a couple requiring privacy and easy mobility i.e. approached next to the covered no stairs Recep bedroom bat h and kitchenette. Would suit young couple with infants in sofa bed or grand parents or friends visiting for a few days during your stay. Enquire for Extra price and availability.
Outside
The road to the villa is a tarmac road 20 ft wide passing by the side of a small river. Leading up to and through the village of Torre Gentile, it becomes narrower after the village and unsuitable for heavy traffic. Thus the peace and tranquility of the gardens are assured at all times, and compliment the design and layout of the villa and it's terraces. The garden of Villa Le Terrazze was designed in 1995 and planted with Poplar Cypress trees and Willowtress, are indeed the most compelling and attractive feature of the villa requiring the services of our gardener throughout the year.
We Provide >>Abundant satin longers ans sun beds >> Umbrellas >> Gazebo>> Barbecue>> regular pool cleaning of pool size 12 X 6 mts>> lawn maintenance and irrigation at night>> Swings for children >>We have a surplus of oil from the olive grove and are now starting to label bottles l for our guests. In year 2009 we will be planting the " Bella di TODI" Rose >> 1st prize Rome in 2001
Golf
Professional golf course at Perugia about 40 minutes drive. We are not golfers and would emphasise>> Tennis the club at Ponte Naia has 12 courts (4 covered) instruction at international level >> Horse Riding paddock very near lessons also for children>> Swimming pool Olympic size at Ponte Naia close by and also nearest shop open 24 hrs >> The Villa is situated on route for selected country walks with Brown sign for natural beauty These foot paths and country lanes provide a beautiful insight to Umbria (The Garden of Italy) >> Cycling (Bikes on hire) are very popular >>> Canoeing on the river Tevere with instruction >> The location of the villa on rising ground in a very beautiful valley is ideal for the activities above
Special interest holidays
Catering for Anniversaries for main party of 10 to 12 or up to 22 excluding owners with additional guests for the big day at B & B nearby lunch or evening event Owners can organise all catering to high standard >> Art Courses Le Terrazze has been chosen as the location for Art courses organised by a group of Irish Artists headed by John Dinlan who wishes to return in 2009 (dates currently pending) >> Cooking-- One of our Cooks has given cooking lessons very successfully in spite of language problems.
Travel
Best airport is Rome (Fiumicino or Ciampino) 135km approx 1hr 30 mins. Nearest Perugia from Dec 06 or Jan 07 served by Ryanair after completing longer runway. Hire car essential. Owners can organise airport collection.
Distances
Orvieto, Assisi, Perugia and Bevagna are all within a radius of 40 kms from the villas i.e. about 35 to 40 minutes drive. Orvieto is about an hour along a winding but beautiful lakeside road. Many more charming small towns such as Bevagna, Montefalco, Deruta and Monte Castello di Vibio are less than 20 minutes drive. Rome is often requested. Best by bus or train avoid car due to parking problems. Detailed maps and guide books provided and included in the hand book provided by the owners.
Further details
Our Hand book or personalised guide book includes details of restaurants vineyards and places of special interest to visit. Information about some of these and maps are also included on our website (www.escapetoumbria.com) There are about 5 supermarkets in Todi of excellent quality within 5 kms, and the nearest village shop at Ponte Naia is only 3 kms (open all day till late and on Sundays). We are used to requests for assistance for connection to internet with broadband etc.,
Restaurants - The restaurants vary in quality and ownership both near and far also the week day on which they sre closed>> It so happens that the 2 most popular restaurants are very close to the villa i.e.to the South of Todi These are at Fiori 1.5 kms very close and La Mulinella at Ponte Naia see any good map of the area >>both have adequate car parking and outside shaded summer dining and are highly popular open at week ends, when it is advisable to reserve in advance
The recommended shopping area is at Capuccini, which is the closest also to the South of Todi, 2 supermarkets, banking, stationers, chemist, electrician, computer service >> Great ease of access and parking without going into the town There are a total of some 8 banks, 5 chemists and 5 supermarkets in the area, those mentioned are best for access from the villa.
Booking notes
Please send an email (address below)--if you want to check availability and please include your phone number and we will come back to you within 24 hours. If you prefer to call the home no given-- our answer service is in the Italian language --don't be put off just leave your name and number alternative try Michael's mobile +39 3382409831 - We look forward to your call--If you reserve the deposit is 30% of total rental balance 4 weeks before arrival.
Guest comments
June 08 --Family Hamilyn - Thoroughly enjoyed staying in this beautiful House. Bruna's cooking magnificent. She really spoilt us.
July 08 Evans family Superb location--Fabulous pool-- Walks in the garen !!! We hope to return --Thankyou very much for a wonderful holiday the children will never forget it !!!
August 2008 Amati famly Paris "Vacances Superbes Villa Comfortable et plaisante >< De plus dans une region plein de charme S ??? A une prochaine fois !
August 08 - Brown and Rawnskley families-- "A beautiful place. We loved the scenery, comfort and friendliness of the house and Todi. Many Thanks to all !!
Owner profile
Michael
About the owner
I am a architect from London where I have worked on projects world wide and in the UK. . Gabriella -an interior designer transferred from her home in Italy when we married, and has contributed her expertise in desig. She has the ability to create a real home from home. which is quite evident in the villas.
We have retained a home in London but transfer to Italy for the Italian summer from April to September.
Our home near Todi is a large stone built property of 15th century origin which we let thro the Summers in Italy. We also refurbished and extended, another villa which is quite separate from our home This villa "Le Terrazze" has it's own pool We have home help, and a full time gardener plus cat and dog The lawns are extensive and irrigated ar night
Year purchased: 1995
Why the owner chose a home in this location
we purchased our home at Torre Gentile because of the lovely road to the village which winds along by the side of a small river rising gently to the village of Torre Gentile The villa is situated before the village after which the road winds and changes to a rough country finish thus No heavy Traffic. . Near the villa there is an excellet restaurant at the village of Fiore nearby. At Ponte Naia There is a further restaurant La Mulinella
(The mill house) near to the sports Ground and International tennis club 11 courts 4 Covered. The location gives access with ease to the supermarkets of Todi (4km)and all the local events sponsored by Todi at the very large Theatre and in the Town Square
The extraordinary beauty iof the countryside nearby
Unique benefits of the property
Todi is locate only 30kms south of Perugia and the airport at St Helena - A journey to Rome with more frequent flights from Fiumicino and Ciampino is only 1.5 hours
The countryside around Todi abounds with smaller towns and villages such as Bevagna ( chosen as the setting for the sword fight in the film Romeo & Juliet ) all these villages celebrate the HJarvest with the Sagra festivals which continue thro the Summer >> Music dancing and the food prepared by the villagers
The very special summer beauty of the countryside in the Summer plus reliable weather so good that the rain when it comes is really needed and welcome
For booking and further information
Property Ref IT301
Contact Name:
Silvia Hendriks
(ITALY) +39 3406932449
Owners Website: Click here
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