N° 012 | Ultimate Luxury

Scattered around the wild expanse of the estate in Umbria are 7 magnificent houses, available for rental. All are former farmhouses, once in ruins but now carefully and meticulously restored by the Bolza family. 

Keeping to the original footprint of the farmhouses, each house is truly unique and thoroughly liveable. What they all have in common, though, is the location, sitting amongst our charming hills with undisturbed views of the pristine estate. Each morning your housemaid will prepare your favourite morning dishes, including the freshest, free-range chicken eggs, for when you rise and shine

The Estate

Reschio is more than just a beautiful place—it’s a remarkable story of restoration, vision, and family legacy. When Count and Countess Antonio Bolza discovered this hidden corner of Umbria in 1984, it was a peaceful retreat surrounded by wild, abandoned farmland. A decade later, Antonio sold his publishing business and purchased the entire 1,500-hectare estate, unknowingly acquiring a thousand-year-old castle and fifty crumbling farmhouses.

With their five children, the Bolzas made Reschio their home and set out to preserve its raw beauty. In 1999, their son, Count Benedikt, returned from studying architecture in London and began restoring the estate’s farmhouses, transforming them into elegant, award-winning villas.

Benedikt and his wife, Donna Nencia, lived in the castle as they reimagined it into what is now t Today, Benedikt oversees every aspect of the estate—from the architectural studio housed in a converted tobacco warehouse to the handcrafted furniture line B.B. for Reschio.

Half of the once-abandoned farmhouses are now private homes or luxury rentals, forests and meadows have been rewilded, and Count Antonio still cares for his renowned stable of Spanish dressage horses.

Reschio remains a deeply personal project for the Bolza family—a sanctuary of timeless elegance and wild nature, shaped by a shared commitment to beauty, preservation, and slow living. Guests who stay here become part of that story.

House No. 01 “Arrighi”

Stroll across the wide, paved courtyard, past the stone fountain, and into this warm and welcoming house, with its light, modern interiors, cool sandstone floors, and soaring ceilings. Outside, the glass-encased staircase tower is an architectural show-stopper, but what’s most striking about Arrighi is its surroundings – it’s hard to drag yourself away from those sweeping views over the estate, the Niccone valley, and over to Tuscany.

12 Guests | 6 BR | 6 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 5.957

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 01 Arrighi

House No. 02 “Barco”

Inside, curving arches and an open-plan feel give a breezy sense of space, while the central dining room brings the outdoors in, opening right out onto the terraces leading to the swimming pool, garden, and spa bath. It’s here, on the shady terrace, that you’ll want to spend your day, nose in a book or dining outdoors, gazing at uninterrupted views of the castle and of nearby Castello di Sorbello. The location is spot-on, too, close to Ristorante Alle Scuderie, the stables and tennis courts

12 Guests | 6 BR | 6 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 6.536

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 02: Barco

House No. 03 “Bell'Aria”

This is Italian elegance with a touch of English country house charm – where modern style meets traditional materials, where refined luxury meets kick-off-your-shoes comfort. Take your pick from numerous outdoor lounging areas – on the terraces, by the pool, on the lawns – and take in the views over Reschio’s private nature reserve and, on crisp clear days, all the way to the Apennines

12 Guests | 6 BR | 7 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 7.000

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 03: Bell'Aria

House No. 04 “Cercoschene”

Recently restored, Cercoschene has profited from the whole of Reschio’s design ethos. Architecture, interior design, bespoke furniture - it has all come magically together. Stepping over the threshold into a double-height entrance with an unsupported solid stone staircase, it is a real show-stopper. Terraces, some covered in wisteria or protected by mature fig trees, are all around the house, each with stupendous views over olive groves and vineyards. An outside dining area, with a bread oven, is a few steps from the panoramic swimming pool and lounge where an open fireplace will tempt you into evenings of chatter and stargazing. One of the four bedrooms is an independent studio, with a kitchenette. The writer’s desk is for those who want to bring their work with them, but with these views, you might be inspired to write poetry

8 Guests | 4 BR | 4 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 4.986

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 04: Cercoschene

House No. 05 “Piantaverna”

Piantaverna sits on a gentle slope within the contours of the land, it has a detached guest suite off the courtyard. It is a light-filled house furnished with some pieces of furniture designed especially for the space mixed with some wonderful decorative items

8 Guests | 4 BR | 4 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 4.293

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 05: Piantaverna

House No. 06 “Spinaltermin”

This is one for those seeking a slice of nature in its purest form. Wild oaks, olive trees, and scented rosemary beds surround the summer house and infinity pool outside, while inside, the cool monochrome furnishings coupled with rustic, Italian touches create a modern, chic retreat

10 Guests | 5 BR | 5 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 4.814

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 06: Spinaltermin

House No. 07 “Tisciano”

Tisciano still retains the farmhouse’s exterior staircases, creating movement across the inner garden between the main house and its annex. The undulating aromatic garden leads directly into an ancient olive grove. There is a dramatic sense of space and light within, which leans heavily on 1950s Italian design, from its entrance with an unsupported stone staircase to the hand-crafted plaster mantelpieces. The working kitchen features a quintessential Italian Gullo cooker amongst its professional fittings. There are three bedrooms in the main house, including a spacious master suite with an open fireplace and another three bedrooms in the independent annex

10 Guests | 5 BR | 5 BA | Pool | Pet allowed | Prices start from € 6.807

Booking Requests: ellen@plinius.homes | Reference No. 07: Tisciano

Additional Services 

Guests can enjoy a wide range of curated experiences during their stay:

Daily comforts: Breakfast service, a private butler, two gyms, two restaurants, and a stylish cocktail bar.

Stables: Home to award-winning dressage horses. Guests can take lessons, enjoy scenic rides, or watch evening performances.

Creative crafts: Join traditional workshops in embroidery, ceramics, and natural dyeing inspired by the estate’s heritage.

Cooking classes: Learn to cook local dishes after foraging walks through the estate’s grounds.

Truffle hunting: Explore the woods with expert truffle hunters and their dogs, ending with a special meal featuring the harvest.

Olive oil tasting: Sample estate-made EVOO and discover its regional roots.

Wine tasting: Led by in-house sommeliers, with wines from Reschio’s vineyards.

Tennis: Play on Astroturf courts or book a private lesson.

Biking: Rent high-quality or electric bikes to explore the estate’s nature trails.

The lake: A secluded hideaway for swimming, paddleboarding, and lakeside picnics—available to book privately.

Wildlife walks: Join the gamekeeper on a guided nature walk to spot local wildlife.

Outdoor cinema: Classic Italian films are shown twice a week in the summer, with popcorn, pizza, and drinks—also available for private bookings.

Nearest Airport

Perugia, Florence, Bologna, Pisa, or Rome and be met at the airport by Castello di Reschio’s driver service. (Rent a car or have a rental car waiting at your house).

Nearest Train station

The nearest station is Terontola di Cortona on the main Florence - Rome line.

Booking Requests

ellen@plinius.homes | Please include the reference number