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Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable

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7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exceptional

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7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
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  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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Citta di Castello, Umbria
  • Popular LocationTown Hall31 min drive
  • Popular LocationVitelli Palace alla Cannoniera33 min drive
  • Popular LocationArezzo Equestrian Centre49 min drive
  • AirportPerugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)55 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable

Dating from the 12C, this borgo is perched at 700m looking down into the Niccone Valley and onto Reschio Estate. The main house has 7 double bedrooms, 2 drawing rooms, open fires, a large dining room and fantastic views. The borgo (collection of farmhouses) has a dedicated pool (open from June to Sept), a stand alone - non-consecrated chapel - and an old grotto where Saint Donino is said to have contemplated life. This house has soul, is very old and been renovated to honor its past as well as adding in some of today's comforts - private pool, wifi etc. Close to Citta di Castello, Assisi and other historic towns, it provides a great location with true peacefulness. Great for the summer, but also in spring and autumn - where the colours and light are fantastic.

Significant time has been placed into retrofitting solutions to take the property's carbon emissions to zero and possibly into positive territory, subject one's purity in classifying emissions. Photovoltaic panels (PV) provides electricity (17kW) in the day, with the surplus generated powering a lead acid battery bank - which provides power at night or on cloudy days.

The house has an Electric Vehicle (EV) charger - which comes off the PV panels.

Solar panels (8kW) provides hot water in the sunny months (April - late Oct), then a wood pellet burner takes over. The house also has woodburners for the winter, hence my comment on purity of how one measures emissions, as technically burning wood and wood pellets are seen as a neutral emission.

The house has wooden shutters and rugs over doorways to try and maintain insulation in the winter months.

Water is used from a lake (garden) and from a well (house), and as much minimization procedures have been put in place as possible, so this is not a property of green lawns in the summer.

Property manager

William Davies

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 6 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5382 sq ft (500 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
6 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Note from host: 3 cots, 4 highchairs 4 movable mattresses

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: But only for civilized 40th / 50th etc
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Farmhouse Ideal Families Groups Writer House
Farmhouse Citta Di Castello Ideal Families Groups or Writer
Farmhouse Ideal Families Groups Writer
Farmhouse Ideal Families Groups Writer House
Farmhouse Citta Di Castello Ideal Families Groups or Writer
Farmhouse Ideal Families Groups Writer House
Farmhouse Citta Di Castello Ideal Families Groups or Writer
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About the neighborhood

Città di Castello

Located in Città di Castello, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Historic Town Montone and Vitelli Palace alla Cannoniera are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tiber River and Laghi di Faldo. Traveling with kids? Consider Ravagni Oil Mill and Aboca Museum. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, ecotours, and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Town Hall - 31 min drive
  • Vitelli Palace alla Cannoniera - 33 min drive
  • Villa Bramasole - 43 min drive
  • Arezzo Equestrian Centre - 49 min drive
  • Lake Trasimeno - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Terontola-Cortona Station - 50 min drive
  • Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pieve Vecchia - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Dogana Vecchia Ristorante & Country House - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Il Pretino - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪La Pieve Vecchia - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Archibugio - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 6 total).

What time is check-in at Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Marchigliano Church, Tiber River, and Church of San Francesco. Historic Town Montone and Madonna del Parto Museum are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Citta Di Castello, inter-gen family occasions, staycations, parking, sustainable Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Lorenzo
Gorgeous location, but not easily accessible. Lots of room, but, in cooler weather, difficult to utilize all the spaces. We loved Uwe, the caretaker, who bent over backwards to help us with everything. Maybe a summer trip would be a better choice .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty, History and Serenity in the Umbrian Hills
Our party of 10 thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this historic, beautiful and roomy villa near Citta di Castello. 7 bedrooms, and a total of 10 beds along with 3 baths gave us all plenty of privacy with room to spread out, yet still allowed us to spend time together as a group. We usually dined inside, but the table on the terrace was a great place for a meal, morning coffee, or just a place to take in the absolutely beautiful views of the valley, villas, tobacco fields and castle almost 2,000 feet below (600+ meters). The views cannot be accurately represented in photos - none can do them justice - they are spectacular. The owner checked in to make sure we arrived and also followed up to see that our stay was what we expected. There is an on-site caretaker (Uwe), who was a tremendous help and pleasure to have access to. Unobtrusive yet always available to help with train schedules, and to address minor needs or questions, regardless of the time of day or night. We hired a chef (Daniela) to come in and cook 7 meals for us with a few days left open for us to have dinner out on our longer day trips. This was a great decision and recommended as the nearest restaurants are at least 30 minutes away. We had many leftovers for lunches the following day. Hiring Daniela gave us so much extra time and probably did not cost more than eating out. The home is rustic but renovated well and comfortable despite no AC. We will definitely stay here on our next trip to Umbria!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous hilltop Villa
We loved the house and setting. The rooms were nicely furnished and comfortable, with everything we needed for a large family group with both toddlers and infants. The views across the valley were stunning. The pool was a good size. A great place to unwind.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rosanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful time
Myself and my group all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Uwe and his wife were lovely and very welcoming the property itself is stunning and the surroundings and views are incredible. Getting to and from which is something had to do a lot due to family plans is a bit of a mission but if we had been able to just sit and enjoy the location is beautiful. The property is so homely and comfortable and suited as perfectly with the mixed group of guests we had, also William has been from start to finish of the booking and stay very accommodating. The only issue was that the water pressure and showers aren’t the best and sometimes had barely a trickle on the ground floor shower and the upstairs one fill lots of the room with water when used but is more powerful. The bathrooms themselves are beautiful. All in all I would definitely go back and would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Many thanks Rosanna
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

douglas m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Wonderful. (That's the most apprpriate assessment) Brought my 83 year old mother on her desired Under The Tuscan Sun pilgrimage. Visited Cortona, Bagno Vigiani, Trensime, Arrezzo, more Vineyards and oil growers than can be listed. The villa is self sufficient, happy, full of light, a step back hundreds of years in time. Ewe the villa onsite manager was welcoming, helpful, and always around to check in. William, the owner, checked in with us via chat every other day and was concerned for our continued happiness. Stay here. Don't fear anything. Simply.. wonderful. Doug
Stayed 15 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous week with friends
Had such a lovely time relaxing, wonderful weather and a gorgeous house with everything you could possibly need. Communication with William and Uwa was really easy, thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Magda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Italian history in the Umbrian countryside
The house is enormous, with outdoor eating not far from the house and a pool. It’s lovely in many ways - lots of stone, history, and beautiful furnishings. It‘s peaceful but you need 30 minutes to get to any bigger road. We were disappointed with some of the maintenance issues - peeling paint and plaster, water stains from a dodgy shower (no cabin or curtains) algae in a children’s bedroom, malfunctioning pool umbrellas, etc. There is a fine line between rustic / charming and run-down. However, communication with the owner and the on-site caretaker was no problem and issues were addressed quickly. Overall a nice place for a holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm G., Brighton, Victoria, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
La Dolva Vita in
Fattoria San Lorenzo is a beautiful home overlooking the Niccone valley. We were there for a lovely week with our extended family who had flown in from all around the world - many enjoyable hours were spent either seated by the terrace drinking wine or playing by the pool. Uwe was happy to help with anything we asked - I have to say he went above and beyond firing up the pizza oven on a 30deg C day! In addition, William was a great host with very good communications prior to our arrival and always happy to respond to our questions and requests eg helping to arrange chefs to provide dinner one night. Thank you Uwe and William for making our family reunion so special!

10/10 Excellent

Jack T.

Lovely secluded property away from it all
We had a wonderful time. The house has a magnificent balcony, with stunning views across the Niccone valley, and a delightful dining room for cooler or stormy evenings. We have been renting houses in Italy for nearly 30 years, and one thing we especially enjoyed was the slightly cooler air (and no mosquitos!) up on the hill. If you are looking for easy access to the great cities, churches and sights you will have to program in a 30-45 minute drive. But if you want magnificent views, solitude, and long walks or runs then it is hard to top this place. At night we saw porcupines, deer and wild boar in the forest. Very special. Communications with the owner were first-rate. He was very quick and helpful with any questions or concerns. Highly recommended.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Family holiday with multiple Families
We visited Citta Di Castello as part of our family Summer holiday with two other families, a total of 16 people, inc 7 children and 3 babies under 9 months, the house worked perfectly for this large group of families, with room to spare, and there were three cots and highchairs. The house itself is charming, elegant and spectacular, while retaining a cosy and homely feel, perfect for settling in to enjoy our stay. The views were wonderful and if you're luck enough to see the low lying cloud within the valley in the mornings you're in for a breathtaking treat. The house is perfect for staying put and doing nothing but relax and enjoy the pool and house facilities, however there is plenty to explore in the local area, including Lake Trasimeno which we visited on a couple of occasions. We had a few sat nav issues early on, which lead to some bumpy track adventures, but this only added to our experience and the charm of being at the top of the hill. The house keepers were friendly and welcoming and always happy to help and offer advice. We also enjoyed a few meals out at the local restaurant within the valley, which was always welcoming with great food. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and were all sorry to leave. We hope we will get the opportunity to revisit in years to come, and we look forward to seeing how the surrounding barns and buildings may evolve. .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018