N° 041 | A peaceful sanctuary
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Set among tranquil cherry groves, a small vineyard, and olives, the meticulously renovated Farmhouse boasts a lovely view of the medieval town of Piedicolle. Formerly home to local farmers who worked the surrounding land, this estate was the meeting place for the annual battuto (beating of the grain). With the renovation of the second house– connected by a covered exterior breezeway ~ The Farmhouse accommodates up to 8 +2 guests.
The Space
With 4 spacious bedrooms – all with meticulously outfitted en-suites and private terraces – The Farmhouse is perfect for groups of friends and family gatherings. The long shallow end of the pool was designed with young children in mind and the professionally outfitted kitchen and exterior fireplace with grill, make The Farmhouse an ideal location for professional cooks and home cooks alike.
Configuration: 4 bedrooms – 3 with a queen-plus bed and 1 with a king bed (or 2 wide single beds). All the bedrooms are large, and all have spacious en suite bathrooms and private terraces. The large, well-appointed kitchen is perfect for many hands to prep a feast. All of the terraces are surrounded by roses, jasmine, and wisteria and you have your own small vegetable garden to enjoy the freshest of the season.
It is also possible to rent a portion of The Farmhouse for small groups (4 + 1) during the mid-season and on a case-by-case basis. For more information contact: info@plinius.homes
The interior: 21st-century modernity meets Old World charm
Whether watching the sunset over the Tiber River Valley, sharing a meal in the well-equipped kitchen, or relaxing by the fireplace after touring nearby hilltop towns, the ground floor is ideal for sharing time with family and friends. Both buildings that make up The Farmhouse, feature terracotta and concrete/resin floors with oak beams and cathedral ceilings. The spacious dining room is equipped with a large rustic pine table and Eames Eiffel Tower chairs. At the heart of the living room is a limestone fireplace carved by local artisans, surrounded on three sides by double-hung doors that open to a large terrace and mature gardens. With oversized stainless steel appliances, a cook's stove, and a full complement of All-Clad cookware, the kitchen is the perfect meeting place for food lovers of all ages. Each bedroom has a private bath with hand-laid river stones, a private terrace, french doors, an extra large rainfall shower head, and a private terrace looking out to the valley. The houses feature AC, Wifi, retractable insect screens, a television with SKY, and Bose docking station for your iPod.
Outside space: A peaceful sanctuary in the heart of Umbria.
A peaceful sanctuary with a spacious outdoor terrace, off the living room, is covered with white wisteria clinging to oak beams and features an outdoor fireplace that is perfect for cool fall nights or grilling bistecca and bruschetta. Below the terraces, the expansive stone swimming pool includes a paved area with chairs, lounges, and night lighting. The authentic Umbrian landscaping (complete with sage, rosemary, bay, and basil) includes cherry, walnut, and olive groves; fig and cypress trees; rosemary bushes; jasmine-covered columns and endless rows of lavender. Pool configuration: A maximum depth of 1.5 m (5 ft) and a large interior shelf of shallow water (10 in). No diving please
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The Farmhouse is surrounded by about 500 trees that line the grove, where they grow three classic qualities of olives: Leccino, Moraiolo, and Frantoio—the types you’ll find in every Umbrian’s back (and front) yard. They are watched closely and hand-picked early. Pressed within 24 hours of harvest, the extra virgin is the very best of Umbrian olio di oliva. This year’s crop is delicious: a concentrated, fruity olive oil with the famous Umbrian peppery kick at the finish. Don't forget to taste (and buy) this extraordinary olive oil.
Agri Segretum Wine
The house is surrounded by vineyards, they planted vines in 2008 on a sun-exposed Southwest facing slope at an altitude of 300 meters. The strong Umbrian sun, the dry wind brought by the scirocco, and the mud … lots of mud! This taught them valuable lessons, but with the help of a Tuscan agronomist and enologist, who were curious to see what the Umbrian soil could produce, they managed to make an exceptional wine. Pensioners, village moms, and teenagers hiked into the vineyard with buckets and a pair of shears to harvest our crop. That’s how they have done it since the start and that’s how they keep doing it. Definitely try the wine at the property (or bring some bottles home with you!)
The Surroundings
The location of the property is perfect, as it is within an hour's reach of some of the most stunning and significant towns in Umbria. One of these towns is the medieval fortress town of Spoleto, nestled against the majestic Apennine mountains. If you visit during the summer, be sure to attend the Grand Festival dei Due Mondi, a yearly extravaganza of opera, dance, music, and art. Nearby Collazzone, a small medieval town perched above the Tiber River Valley, with plenty of local color and spectacular views. Narrow cobblestoned streets lead to a caffè, a pizzeria and ancient monuments. As San Lorenzo is Collazzone’s patron saint, the local church bears his name – as does the ancient Roman monastery in the nearby hills.
There are plenty of signed hiking and biking trails, featuring picturesque views at every turn, these winding pathways lead to ancient hilltop towns, medieval monuments, rolling vineyards, and lush valleys. Hiking/biking maps and route directions are available to guests upon request, as are hybrid bicycles.
Extra Services
A welcome dinner, a private chef, or cooking lessons can be booked upon request. Private airport transfers, babysitters, and guided day trips can be arranged.
Horseback riding can be arranged by request.
Cannondale hybrid bicycles, as well as biking/hiking maps and route directions, are available upon request.
There is an outdoor tennis court that can be rented in Collazzone.
Both the Antognolla and the Santa Sabina golf courses are about 45 minutes away.
There is a children's park and zoo 10 minutes away.
A private guide for touring Assisi and a private driver for day trips (or longer excursions) can be arranged.
Vespa motorscooter rentals for touring the countryside can be arranged.
Plinius Loves
Family & Friends: it is the perfect place to share, enjoy and make unforgettable memories
It is part of a greater project dedicated to the preservation of slow living and molto dolce,
The beautiful garden with sage, rosemary, bay, basil, jasmine, lavender, cherry, walnut, and olive trees
Surroundings: Set among tranquil cherry groves in the beautiful Umbria countryside, with stunning views of the medieval village Piedicolle.
Comfort & Luxury, every detail has been thought of.
The renovation has combined the perfect balance between the original, rustic characteristics and a newly sophisticated mix of traditional and modern comforts.
Plinius Umbria Guide with the best recommendations for restaurants and unique local experiences.
Nearest Airport
Perugia: 30 min. | Rome or Florence: 2 hr
Contact: Do you have any questions about this property or if you like to combine other destinations and properties within the area for your travel itinerary? Please do not hesitate to contact us at: info@plinius.homes
Prices 2023 | Price transparency: Plinius is completely transparent about the prices, we do not charge a booking fee or add any additional charges.
High season: June - August | Min. stay 7 nights | Saturday - Saturday € 7680 per week
Mid Season: | April - May + September-December | Min. stay 7 nights | € 7300 per week
Low season January - March: | Min. stay 4 nights | € 6300 per week
Included in the price:
3 maid visits for light cleaning. (Daily maid service upon request for an additional charge.)
Fruit, water, milk, wine, juice, coffee and other essentials are in your welcome basket upon arrival.
Full air-conditioning throughout the property.
Fruit, water, milk, wine, juice, coffee and other essentials are in your welcome basket upon arrival.
Private pool. Pool cleaning once a week. Pool is open from May 1 - Nov 1.
Change of towels mid-week.
Private vegetable garden for your use. Plums, apricots, cherries and almond trees on the grounds. Please enjoy!
Plums and pomegranate trees are on the terraces. Please enjoy!
Wifi available throughout the house. Bose bluetooth speakers and phone chargers.
Fully equipped kitchen with SMEG fridge/freezer, stove/oven, dishwasher, espresso machine, toaster, etc.
Washer and dryer in laundry room
Hairdryers in all bathrooms. Amenity kit with soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.
Outdoor fireplace for cooking, and large table for dining on the terrace.
2 bedrooms have fireplaces, 1 fireplace in living room.
Fire pit, bocce court and foosball table.
Wood, AC and heating included in our rate.
Final Cleaning
Additional costs:
Security Deposit: € 1.200 ~ The deposit will be fully refunded upon departure when there is no damage/other issues
Tourist Tax
Extra Information:
*A welcome dinner, a private chef or cooking lessons can be booked upon request. Private airport transfers, babysitters and guided day trips can be arranged.
*No pets are allowed on the property
*Smoking is not allowed inside
* Children are welcome (baby beds available).
*Please keep in mind that the property extends on two levels and that there are also stairs to reach the terrace and pool.
* Pool is open from May 1 - Nov 1.
* Caretaker, maids and vineyard manager are present and working in the vineyard, gardens and olive grove. They are always around and happy to help with questions, recommendations or a visit to our cantina.
* Please keep in mind that you are on a 70 acre farm. The neighbours have sheep, there are a few outdoor cats and a gentle Italian sheepdog that roam the area.
Contact:
Do you have any questions, or if you like to combine other destinations and properties within the area for your travel itinerary? Please do not hesitate to contact us at: info@plinius.homes
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Airconditioning
BBQ
Bath
Fireplace
Parking
Personal care products
Pizza oven / wood fired oven
Swimmingpool
TV
Washing machine
Wifi
Eco sustainability
Appliances Class A
Eco activities
Eco-friendly
Local economy
Recycling
Regional food
Towel change request
Vegetable garden
