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Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

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The living room with views out toward the valley and Spoleto
The newly renovated kitchen still has a working fireplace.
Dine in front of the fire or pass food out to the outdoor table.
The desk is fully equipped for distance working.
The downstairs bedroom opens onto a sunny terrace

Overview of Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Monteluco, Umbria
  • Popular LocationPonte delle Torri1 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpoleto Cathedral7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo-Spoleto7 min drive
  • AirportAncona (AOI-Falconara)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Principal bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

This lovingly restored artist’s home is located in a ‘sacred grove’ on the hillside of Monteluco, which has a wooded nature preserve facing Spoleto. The property sits tranquilly amid olive groves and is within a stone’s throw of hiking paths that wind up through a forest renowned since ancient Roman times. La Torre dell'Artista includes: Living room with fireplace and spectacular views, renovated eat-in kitchen with working fireplace and windows opening out to the covered dining area for serving food outdoors. Downstairs, the principal bedroom with en-suite bath opens out onto a garden terrace with views out over Spoleto and the mountains beyond. Upstairs, the sleeping loft has a double bed with ensuite bath. There is a third bath with shower and separate laundry/utility room on the main floor beyond the kitchen. A shaded dining porch is outside the kitchen as well as a shaded car park and an extensive garden amidst the olive groves. The property has wifi throughout and a spa that is located close to the house but in a very private area carved into the hillside within the original washhouse with a spectacular view out over the town of Spoleto and surrounding hills. The hot tub is easy to operate and there is a refreshing outdoor shower: both are available May through October. Please note: the driveway is steep and the house is a tower on three levels so is unsuitable for guests with mobility issues.
The tech team for this site has been unable to post some recent reviews so we list them here:
5/5
Eine einsame Idylle hoch über Spoleto
Das Haus und die gesamte Anlage sind traumhaft schön. Es ist an alle Details gedacht: genügend Hand- und Küchentücher, sehr gut eingerichtete Küche, reichlich Weingläser (!) … überhaupt sind die Geräte und Austattungsgegenstände von hoher Qualität. Die im Tal gelegene Schnellstraße hat nach unserem Eindruck keine Lärmbelästigung bewirkt … es ist ruhig, aber nicht totenstill. Zur Begrüßung gab‘s sogar eine Flasche Spumante! Ein wunderschönes Haus mit toll gelegenem Whirlpool und gut beschattetem Freisitz. Jederzeit gerne wieder.
8/27/2022 at 1:34 PM
5/5
Heaven on earth
What a magnificent place. Everything you want and need is available en extremely clean. We've stayed over here one week and it was a full week of pleasure. Very quite, complete and completely equiped. Also Spoleto is a quite special city. Sophie was very alert, friendly and helpfull. Normally we'll never return to a place we're we've stayed but in this case we've serious doubts. The way towards the house requires some driving skills. Our suggestion is to do the first part (from the road) backward (both to the house and from the house). This is quite simple and prevent some stress. To summarise: We recommend everybody to book this house except when we want to go.
8/8/2022 at 9:35 PM

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Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not recommended for toddlers due to steep stairs

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
We accept small well-behaved dogs, please ask.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please only outside, using ashtrays.
Please note that all guests must climb stairs.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spoleto

Located in Spoleto, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sentiero della Ferrovia Trailhead and Parco Avventura Activopark are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Springs of Clitunno and Nera Fluvial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, horse riding and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Ponte delle Torri - 1 min drive
  • Spoleto City Hall - 4 min drive
  • Spoleto Roman Amphitheater - 5 min drive
  • Spoleto Cathedral - 7 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo-Spoleto - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Spoleto Station - 11 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prosciutteria del Corso - 3 min drive
  • Canasta - 3 min drive
  • Silver Spuleti - 5 min drive
  • Il Mio Vinaio - 4 min drive
  • Pistacchieria Crispini - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre located?

This family-friendly Spoleto holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chiesa di San Pietro, San Pietro extra Moenia and Church of San Giuliano. Spoleto Roman Amphitheater and Rocca Albornoziana are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

David C.

Typically Italian
This is a spacious well equipped property in an excellent location not just for the view but for exploring Umbria. The kitchen diner is particularly large for an Italian house. We did not get the weather for using the outside space unfortunately, but in warm sunny conditions would be idyllic. Of other comments regarding the access, I would say it is short with a good concrete surface but was a bit slippery in the wet and the exit on to the main road needs care. The owner Sophie is really friendly and was most helpful during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

4/5 Good

Sharon J.

We have been looking at this villa for a few years, itwas everything we had wished it was..
Spoleto is easily accessible from the villa if you enjoy the walk (shame the viaduct isn’t open - although you would have to have a head for heights).House is fully equipped with everything you need and is certainly a home from home. Lots of choice of good restaurants in town and lots of places to visit close by like Foligno, Spello, Gubbio, Montone and many more. Only slight downside is the drive but after you get it once it’s fine after that. We should have got the car we booked a Fiat 4x4, that would have done it easily. We have enjoyed another lovely Italian holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

Michael S.

Wonderful setting, comfy and relaxing. A long walk from Town, closed aqueduct: drive a challenge!
Spoleto charming and full of interest. The steeple and tortuous access became a problem when the driver had an inner-ear problem: rescued by the wonderful Sophie and Franco, who provided taxi service and support with hospital visits. Cured within 48hrs (Hospital Staff were super): these were the days it rained. The views, the crepuscular visits by wild boar piglets after the fallen figs, the hot tub... each a delight. Such a shame the aqueduct remains closed, even to pedestrians, or it would have been an unqualified success. Being too mean to hire mr AVIS' satnav, got wonderfully lost between Spoleto and Orvieto: the scenery was magnificent. I will aim to get lost again the next time I visit! The unexpected gem was Bevagna, ancient, solid, largely unspoiled: well with a visit, if only to slow down even more.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Richard B.

Sublime Getaway
La Torre is a unique and wonderful place to stay in a beautiful location. Full of character echoing its artistic past, La Torre is a relaxing and comfortable retreat, with stunning views across the valley to Spoleto. Easy access to the good regional road network allows exploration of the beautiful surrounding area with many, many historic hill towns to delight in.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Jeremy OBrien

A great place to relax
We absolutely loved our stay here. It was our first holiday without kids and our main objective was to relax and do as little as possible. We couldn't have found anywhere better. It was 2 days before we even walked into town and that was mainly because we needed to buy more wine ! The house was lovely inside and stayed cool despite the 30+ temperature outside. But there is plenty of shade for sitting out in the garden as well. Being on a hillside there was often a gentle breeze which was nice. The views were lovely too: Spoleto in the morning from the living room, the distant hills from the spa pool, and the stars at night from outside the bedroom. Sophie was incredibly helpful as well. We hadn't hired a car so she provided transport from the station when we arrived and took us back at the end of our stay. She also provided invaluable assistance when we needed to go to the local hospital and we cannot thank her enough. Unfortunately we didn't get to experience walking over the bridge to Spoleto due to it being closed for inspection following the earthquake. The alternative route down the road was certainly a bit longer and felt hot walking back up but the spa was great for soothing tired legs. Oh well, we'll just have to come back when the bridge reopens !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Sophie

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We raised our children here and enjoyed the endless variety of cultural offerings in the area, from the Spoleto Festival to the many nearby art treasures and the beautiful landscape of Umbria. Although we no longer live here it remains in our hearts and memories as home to the best moments of our lives.

Why they chose this property

An artist must have a tower, a view and isolation to work--but also a short walk through the woods to clear the mind and a welcoming cafe a short distance away to read the paper and enjoy the passing parade each day.

What makes this property unique

To live close enough to walk into town yet enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. Please note: the Ponte delle Torri has been closed since the 2016 earthquake. Restoration work has begun in 2021 and we will update the listing once it is reopened, presumably in April 2024.

Languages:

English, Italian

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