Orvieto Area Villas

Limited Time Promotion: Regularly listed rates are reduced by 25%. Applicable for 2010 bookings received after the 3rd of May 2010. This promotion is not valid for travel between July and August 2010. Each promotion is only applicable to new reservations made after the start of the promotion and cannot be combined with any other promotion. Please contact us for more terms and conditions. Note that promotions listed on this site remain at the discretion of the applicable property owner and may be changed or discontinued at any time.

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This finely restored traditional 18th century ‘casale’ with swimming pool is located south of Orvieto, near Guardea, in a beautiful and peaceful setting overlooking Lake Alviano. This area is renowned for its rare flora and fauna and is a ‘World Wildlife Fund’ protected area. The villa has been restored in keeping with the traditional Umbrian country architecture. The features include exposed stone walls, traditional wood ceilings and handmade terracotta tiles; traditional handmade terracotta floors with hidden heating to avoid wall mounted radiators. Custom made windows framed in the local ‘Travertino’ stone and restored antique interior doors. The house has been simply and tastefully furnished with local and family antiques. From the poolside one can enjoy the panoramic views of the Umbrian countryside The 5-acre grounds boasts olive trees, cherry and other fruit trees as well as elms and oaks. There is also an organic herb and vegetable garden.

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Bedroom / Bathroom Description

Ground Floor:
• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi shower
• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower (can be converted as a double)
• Bedroom 3: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom that can be converted into a twin room
• 1 bathroom with shower

First Floor:
• Bedroom 4: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom
• Living area with double sofa bed
• 1 bathroom with Jacuzzi bath
• Separate entrance available for this floor

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Features & Amenities

Ground Floor:
• Large kitchen area fully equipped
• 2 conventional ovens
• Microwave
• Fireplace for cooking
• Electric coffee-maker
• ‘Kitchen-aid’ standing mixer
• Dishwasher
• Plenty of cupboard space
• Large living room
• Satellite TV
• USB Stick Internet connection – 1hr/day usage included
• Table Tennis
• Traditional stone fireplace
• French windows that open out onto a porch with views over the lake

First Floor:
• Small kitchen area
• Fridge
• Cozy living area with double sofa bed
• Antique wood burner
• Small loft
• Small laundry area
• Washing Machine
• Separate access is available for this floor

Outdoor Features

• Swimming pool (6.5m x 15.5m)
• Outdoor Gas BBQ
• Hammocks
• Panoramic porch leading off the living room with table for 8 overlooking lake Alviano, the ideal spot to enjoy memorable sunsets
• Panoramic views - superb hilltop location
• Several scenic country footpaths lead from the house to nearby towns

Staff & Services

• Maid service 3 hours twice a week
• Weekly change of linens and towels
• Final Cleaning on Saturday

Villa Policies

• Maximum number of guests: 8
• Children are welcome
• No Pets Allowed
• Non-Smoking Villa
• Security Deposit to be held on credit card authorization by Luxury Retreats
• Normal use of hot/cold water included
• Electricity is included up to 330 kW per week (any usage beyond this will be metered and charged locally at the time of check out. Charges vary greatly but can be as high as ~€0.80 per kW)
• A/C and heating, if required and if available, are not included and will be metered and charged locally upon check out. Please inquire for approximate costs.
• All services not included in rates are to be paid locally.
• Check-in: Between 4 pm-7p m (late arrivals must be arranged in advance and may be subject to additional charges)
• Check-out: Before 9am

Getting There

• Transfers are available
• Rental car recommended
• Nearest Major Airport – Perugia (PEG) approx. 81km/50 miles, Rome Leonardo da Vinci International (FCO) approx. 135km/84 miles

Location:

• Guardea - 3km/2miles
• Orvieto - 16km/10miles
• Todi - 25km/15miles
• Amelia - 18km/11miles
• Rome - 100km/62miles
• Florence - 180km/111miles
• Motorway (A1) and nearest train station 10 minutes drive
• Rome by train approx. 1 hour
• Supermarket and food shops - 3km/2miles
• Post office - 3km/2miles
• Restaurants within a short drive from the villa

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