Secluded Stunning Villa with Infinity Pool and Panoramic Views
A Short Walk from Historic Hilltop Village with Restaurants, Bars and Shops
Sleeps up to 8 (3 Bedrooms)
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Situated in the heart of the Umbrian countryside, close to the centre of Italy just half an hour from Perugia airport. Stunning, tranquil and secluded villa with infinity pool and superb views. Newly renovated to a high standard, including an open plan kitchen made for easy entertaining. Located a short walk from the local village of Montone which offers bars restaurants and local shops. Umbria is an undiscovered gem of a region and although easily accessible via air (Ryanair to Perugia) is unspoilt by tourism and offers a genuine taste of Italy. Casella sleeps from 6-8 very comfortably.
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| Rental periods | |
| 25 October - 7 March 2010 | £800 |
| 7 March - 1 May 2010 | £1000 |
| 1 - 29 May 2010 | £1250 |
| 29 May - 4 July 2010 | £1500 |
| 4 July - 5 September 2010 | £1700 |
| 5 September - 3 October 2010 | £1300 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Sunday changeover is standard but we try to offer flexibility wherever possible.
Changeover day
Alternative prior arrangement.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Master bedroom with en-suite (bath and shower). Bedrooms 2 and 3 - twin bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. 2 double sofa beds - 1 on the landing and the other in the living room. |
| Bathrooms: | En suite bathroom to master bedroom with bath and shower, WC. Upstairs bathroom with shower and WC. Downstairs bathroom with shower and WC. |
| Kitchen: | Spacious kitchen with all mod cons and breakfast bar. Includes dishwasher, fridge freezer, cooker, gas hob. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Lovely living area with log burner for winter and vaulted ceiling. DVD and stereo. Sofas and chairs. Double sofa bed. Games and books. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen is changed weekly unless alternative arrangements are made prior. This service includes pool towels. |
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
The garden offers and stunning infinity pool, garden furniture, BBQ area, patio, 2 pergolas for outside dining and exceptional views.
Golf
Stunning 18 hole golf course in the grounds of a castle 20 mins drive
Special interest holidays
Fabulous walking country with nature reserves and amazing views, access to Umbria's wine region (Montefalco), truffle tours, weekly town market including local produce, driving distance from Lake Trasimeno with water sports availible.
Travel
Car hire is recommended. Ryanair fly to Perugia (20 minutes drive) on (monday)Wednesday, Friday and (Saturday),Sunday Bologna and Ancona daily from Stansted Airport. Directions to Casella will be supplied on booking.
Rome about 2 hrs drive.
Distances
10-15 minute walk to the village of Montone. Two hundred yards on the right is a frutta and veduria, or general grocery shop. Lovely lady, very helpful with some good quality produce.
The butcher is a little further down on the left, with the baker slightly further on the left set back from the road. In the same area is a supermarket and a piante & fiore shop.
There is also a butcher/ general store in the main square in Montone. Umbertide is a 20 minute drive.
Further details
Markets in the area:
Perugia-
(Palazzo della Prefettura, in summer, Rocca Paolina, in winter, - last weekend of the month). The main attraction here are ceramics, from the most precious to the most utilitarian, all colorfully decorated with patterns in use for centuries. Antique costume jewelry is another highlight.
Bastia Umbra-
(Piazza Mazzini, Sunday before the 21st in March, June, September and December). In case you didn't figure out the puzzle, this market takes place at the beginning of each of the four seasons, to which it is dedicated. The fifty stands sell small inexpensive items, mostly, against the backdrop of the 14th-century church of Santa Croce.
Castiglione del Lago-
(Piazza Gramsci, third Saturday of the month, April to September). Another great place to find the wonderful local ceramics, along with antique archery equipment. The lovely little town overlooks Lake Trasimeno.
Todi-
(Piazza Comunale, last week in March). Leading antique dealers from all over Italy gather to sell furniture, paintings, rugs, bronze figures and antique ceramics.
Spoleto-
(Historic center of town, second Sunday of the month).
Pissignano-
(Via Flaminia, first Sunday of the month).
Narni-
(Piazza dei Priori, third Saturday of the month).
Cittą di Castello-
(Town center, third Saturday of the month).
Gubbio-
(Town center, second weekend of the month).
Booking notes
Please contact Gill and David for more information. We ask one third of the rental as a deposit and the balance is due two months before you stay.
Guest comments
We have just returned from a fantastic week at villa Casella in Montone. We were very impressed with the standard of the villa and how well equipped it was. We went with our 3 teenage children and one of their friends and we all had a lovely time relaxing around the pool,having barb-ques and playing mammoth games of risk.
I am sure we would all love to book again in the near future.
Owner profile
About the owner
We live in Hampshire, England, with 2 sons both of whom have now left home. We have spent many holidays in Italy, particularly in Umbria, where we found Montone, probably the most beautiful hilltop town in Umbria. (Are we biased?)
Year purchased: 2004
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We found Casella, a run down farmhouse within walking distance of Montone and vowed to bring it back to its former glory. Encouraged greatly by our sons. This took 3 years of great work by our 2 Italian builders (brothers) and our architect. It was finished in 2007 and we have met the original owner who was delighted with the outcome. Since visiting on many occasions we have made many friends and even celebrated our 60th Birthdays in Montone.
Unique benefits of the property
The property is situated on its own hillside 10 minutes walking distance from Montone. The house has 3 bedrooms, 1 with en-suite bathroom, 2 shower rooms, sitting room, dining room and kitchen . Outside there are 2 patios and an infinity pool with lovely views to the south and west. You cannot beat enjoying the wonderful sunsets with a good glass of Italian wine.
Montone boasts all the facilities required, including shops, restaurants and hotels. In nearby Umbertide there are all the facilities of a small town including a good supermarket.
Within easy driving distance you have the towns of Perugia, Gubbio, Assissi,Citta di Castella and Todi, with Lake Trasimeno for aquatic sports. Further afield there is Orvieto and Montefalco, the great wine growing areas of Umbria.
For booking and further information
Property Ref IT2041
Gill Haworth
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1730 269 172
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7881 808 841
Owners Website: Click here
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