Oustanding Renovated Villa with Private Pool
Idyllic Retreat for Family and Friends
Sleeps 10 (5 Bedrooms)
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Villanova was built over a hundred years ago from the stones of a 12th century village and stands on a promontory amongst sunflower fields, olive groves and vineyards. The house, restored lovingly by its owners for their own family and guests, is featured prominently in the book 'Restoring a Home in Italy' by Elizabeth Minchilli. There are antique furnishings, original art and oriental rugs - these give the house its atmosphere of luxury with an emphasis on comfort. Outside, wander our gardens laced with medieval walls and enjoy our unrivalled view of Todi. Our delightfully cheerful housekeeper Triestina is one of our coveted treasures and is happy to prepare delicious Italian country meals ready at the end of a day out touring the region's beautiful hilltowns. The layout of the house is ideal for two families and also perfect as a romantic hideaway.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 17 September 2011 - 22 October 2011 | €2650 | 7 | ||
| 22 October 2011 - 3 March 2012 | €2100 | 7 | ||
| 3 March 2012 - 26 May 2012 | €2450 | 7 | ||
| 26 May 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €2850 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 15 September 2012 | €3150 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in euros. Rentals start and end on Saturdays. Setup and cleanup charge: 195 euros. Discounts offered for multiple week bookings. Long-term rental rates negotiable. The pool is open July and August, a weekly supplement may be charged for other periods. House heating metred and charged based on usage.
Changeover day
Rentals begin at 3:00 pm on Saturdays; checkout is at 10:00 am Saturdays.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The master bedroom with queen-sized bed, fireplace, terraces. Bedroom 2: double bed Bedroom 3: double bed Bedroom 4 : queen-sized bedroom with sitting room: sofabed + 2 daybeds for children up to 14. Bedroom 5: 2 single beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Ensuite bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet for Master Bedroom. Three other upstairs bedrooms share a large bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet. Downstairs guest suite has ensuite shower room with bidet. One separate wc with basin in lounge |
| Kitchen: | The large open-plan kitchen is equipped with cooker, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, electric kettle, toaster, filter coffee maker. In the centre is an antique Italian cherrywood table and handsome French garden chairs. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has a bespoke Sicilian damask sofa, 2 comfy armchairs, CD and DVD player, flatscreen TV and video, and an oak refectory table seating 10 and an antique stone fireplace. Artwork and antique rugs give a luxurious atmosphere. |
| Other: | The bedroom with 2 single beds upstairs offers unbelievable views of the vineyards and valleys. Views are different from each room. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linens and towels are included. The towels and linens are changed once a week. Delicious home cooking, shopping, cleaning and ironing services available on request. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board tv telephone internet access central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
| Location Type: | rural village |
Notes on accommodation
The house has central heating; additional metered charge for heating during cooler or winter months. Broadband. Also has flat screen tv, CD and DVD player.
Outside
The private swimming pool is enclosed by a chestnut beam fence and measures 12m x 5m; it has a shallow end suitable for younger children and plenty of pool seating. There are lounge chairs and teak steamer chairs and a large canvas umbrella plus naturally shaded areas throughout the gardens. Outside the kitchen there is a pergola draped with flowering trumpet vines and a large marble table and chairs for dining al fresco. Three other smaller marble tables enable easy dining in the garden and pool area. Highlights: a fruit orchard and herb garden, our own ruin of a medieval tower filled with roses and our postcard views. We have an exceptional view of the town of Todi and it's famous white stone Renaissance church framed by the oak trees in our garden.
Travel
Rome airports (Leonardo da Vinci and Ciampino) are approximately 1 hr. 45 minutes from Todi. Ryanair now flies to Perugia, even on Saturdays! (Perugia is an easy 30 minute drive to our house). Car rentals are straight forward from both airports.
Distances
Todi is only a ten minute drive from the house. Most other Umbrian towns are roughly equidistant from Todi, most no more than 40 minutes by car. To name a few: Assisi, Orvieto, Spoleto, Spello, Deruta and Perugia; all splendid hilltowns with artistic and culinary treasures,worthy of a day trip. In the summer two major cultural events to check out: Umbria Jazz in Perugia and the Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, which is famed for its dance and music staged in amphitheatres and piazzas.
Further details
There is a riding stable only a 10 minute drive from Villanova. There are also tennis courts just below the town of Todi and a market on Saturdays outside Porta Romana. Todi has a bevy of wonderful restaurants and boasts one of the region's most spectacular medieval piazzas. The sweeping views of the surrounding countryside are unforgettable.
Booking notes
30% of the rent is required to complete the booking and the balance is due 60 days in advance. A fully refundable damage deposit of 500 euros is required.
Owner profile
Year after year we can't wait to come back
About the owner
I live in London with my two teenage children and our Maine Coon cat Sammie. Inspired by the beauty of Italy and the beauties of our Todi garden, I have recently switched careers and now work as a garden designer.
Year purchased: 1995
Why the owner chose a home in this location
I lived worked as a journalist in Italy for 10 years and it was my dream to have a home there. The book 'Restoring a Home in Italy', which has become a classic of its kind, tells the story of the painstaking renovation of Villanova and other beautiful villas like it around Italy. I was determined to have a home for my children to appreciate the wonders of Italian cuisine and culture and managed to complete the restoration just after our daughter was born. The arduous effort has paid off: Villanova is now a happy haven for friends and family. Even as teenagers, my children love coming year after year with friends. Much of Umbria is still unspoiled and the countryside retains an authenticity that some areas have lost due to crowds of tourists.
Unique benefits of the property
Villanova is our little piece of paradise: it's in an idyllic setting in the rolling hills with a view of one of Italy's premier hill towns, Todi. The house is very easy to get to from a number of airports: Perugia, Rome and Pisa to name the main ones. The pool area has plenty of natural shade from the garden's medieval walls and giant oaks. The pool is surrounded by hedges and chestnut fencing so is ideal for families with smaller children. The stylish comfort of the interior makes it a romantic retreat for couples. We have a wonderful cook and housekeeper- in great demand- who has a winning smile and jovial disposition. We are happy to help arrange cooking and babysitting services with her. Our location is a perfect base for touring Umbria and parts of Tuscany.
For booking and further information
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