A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi

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The new enlarged top terrace.
Outdoor dining
Another shot taken with a drone of the complete property.
A view over the roof of the property towards Lake Trasimeno.
An aerial view of the complete property.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Tuoro sul Trasimeno, Perugia
  • Popular LocationLake Trasimeno9 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsola Maggiore14 min drive
  • Popular LocationVilla Bramasole27 min drive
  • AirportAncona (AOI-Falconara)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Left Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Left Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Right Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom Upstairs Left

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom Upstairs right

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Downstairs Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

En suite Master Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Pool bathroom

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi

The farmhouse is located near the top of Parco Monte Castelluccio at a height of 700m above sea level. There are breathtaking views over Umbria and Tuscany from virtually every window and outside space in and around the property. The house is next door to the highly rated Villa Sensi which boasts excellent ratings on Trip Advisor.

History

The house was originally built in the late 18th century, approximately 250 years ago and around the year 1770. It is a listed building and included in the "Catasto Leopoldino", the first register of properties in Italy dated around 1865, developed at the time of the unification of the Italian states. The house was owned by the same family for about 150 years. You only have to look at the beams in the kitchen and downstairs bedroom to see how old the house is. Once upon a time the farm animals used to winter downstairs and provided heating for the farmers who lived in the rooms upstairs. It has many original features such as the 2 feet thick walls which keep it cool even during the hottest summer as well as the beams mentioned above. The house also boasts classic brick arches and large fireplaces however these original features are complemented by modern comforts such as the high speed wifi, air conditioning in the upstairs bedrooms, and Smart TVs.

Description

The house is very large at over 330 sq metres. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, a second lounge area with two sofas, a coffee table, a Smart TV and DVD/Blueray player. There is also a room which houses a large pool table.
Downstairs there is a very large lounge/dining room of 70 sq. m which has a Smart TV and an extremely comfortable sofa which seats 8 people or more and the dining table with 12 chairs. There is also a wood burning stove.

The kitchen is large and modern and can sit eight/ten people comfortably with plenty of additional space. Furthermore there is a fifth double bedroom/study and a luxurious bathroom. A utility room in the garage area has a washing machine and a dryer. High speed internet with WiFi is available throughout the house. The house is also equipped with Apple TV and Google Chromecast. There is air conditioning in all the upstairs bedrooms and all the windows have insect nets.

The property is south facing and outside there is a relaxing terrace which affords the best views from the whole property across to Passignano, Spello and on a clear day even to Monte Vettore (over 80 km away) in the East. Castiglione del Lago, Montepulciano and Monte Amiata can be seen to the West. Below this first terrace is the swimming pool area and the pool house which is reached through a gate after descending a few steps. The pool area has a further table for outside dining which can seat up to twelve people. There is also a further table and chairs on the swimming pool terrace with some reclining loungers. The table is situated underneath a structure which affords shade in the summer. The pool is maintained regularly and is kept to a very high standard. It has a constant depth of 1.5m. and is 10m x 6m in size. The pool is open from mid June to late September. The house is situated in grounds of 5,000 sq.m (approx 1.25 acres). Up to five cars can park comfortably on the premises. There is a remote control electric gate at the entrance.

Lake Trasimeno is the largest lake in central Italy and is surrounded by both Etruscan and Roman towns. The town of Tuoro has beaches, water sports activities and ferries to the islands. The house itself offers the relaxing atmosphere that many of us expect during the holiday with delightful walks into Tuscany and Cortona to the rear of the property as well as absolute silence and tranquility when relaxing in and around the swimming pool. The internal arrangement of the rooms, such as the creation of a second lounge and the pool room, is such that both adults and children can be kept amused even when the weather is less than perfect. The house is situated less than ½ mile from the border between Umbria and Tuscany and it takes around 15 minutes to walk to the border.

The property is in the centre of the areas of tourist interest in both Tuscany and Umbria and is well served by motorways and dual carriageways. The closest can be accessed at a distance of 5 km from the house and goes all the way from Spoleto in the south of Umbria to Siena in Tuscany passing by Assisi and Perugia on one side and on the other side, at a distance of about 25 km, there is the junction with the main A1 Autostrada which goes all the way from Naples through Rome and Florence to Milan and forms the motorway backbone of Italy. The dual carriageway continues all the way to Siena on the other side of the A1.

These are the following nearby sites and the respective distances by road from the property all of which, with the exclusion of Rome, can be reached in under one hour by car.

TUSCANY
Cortona, Montepulciano, Pienza, La Foce, Val d'Orcia, Siena, Arezzo, Firenze

UMBRIA
Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, Passignano, Todi, Gubbio, Montone.

In addition to the sightseeing and as mentioned briefly above the area has many mountain bike and road bike itineraries. There are two 18 hole golf courses within half an hours drive of the property. There are also many walking trails especially across to Tuscany and Cortona. Nearby there are also the historic Francescan walking paths.

Property manager

David Harmes

Languages

English, French, Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No children under 2

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Limit of one dog per two adults

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the house.
No children under 2 years old

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1365501

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

Tuoro sul Trasimeno

Located in Tuoro sul Trasimeno, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a lake. Hannibal's Journey and Guglielmi Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Autodromo dell'Umbria and Magione Racetrack. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Map
Tuoro sul Trasimeno, Perugia

What's nearby

  • Lake Trasimeno - 9 min drive
  • Isola Maggiore - 14 min drive
  • Signorelli Theatre - 24 min drive
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 24 min drive
  • Villa Bramasole - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Tuoro sal Trasimeno Station - 8 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Osteria dell'Accademia Tuoro - 6 min drive
  • Umami - 14 min drive
  • Trattoria Il Buttighino - 10 min drive
  • Albergo Ristorante La Corte dei Papi 5 Stelle - 23 min drive
  • Caffè Mokamag - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A large farmhouse with views over Umbria/Tuscany with Aircon & streaming WiFi located?

This family-friendly Tuoro sul Trasimeno farm stay is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hannibal's Journey and Annibale al Trasimeno Museum. Lake Trasimeno and Isola Maggiore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Home from Home experience
We had a very pleasant time,the property is very comfortable with everything one needs to have a relaxing holiday. Beautiful views ,and spacious rooms make this a desirable property
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape to the Umbrian hills
From the moment you arrive at this stunning property you will be blown away by the beauty and calm which surrounds you. A perfect place to unwind and find peace and relaxation, which is definitely what we needed in this particular year. The property itself has every comfort but it is the views of the lake and the surrounding hills which make it so unique. If you love Italian food there are plenty of fabulous restaurants to try and beautiful towns and cities a short drive away. We cannot rate it too highly.

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house and location.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Podere Nuovo.  We are a family group of 5 adults and all the group are keen to re-book next year.  The view of Lake Trasimeno from the house alone is a good enough reason to stay at Podere Nuovo.  We never got bored of looking at the ever changing view.  The house has all the facilities/equipment you need to make it feel like home from home.   Dave and Francesca have paid a lot of attention to detail and the house is extremely welcoming and clean. The location of the house is great for visiting beautiful towns such as Siena, Assisi, Arezzo and Pienza all under an hour drive.  Pienza has the most amazing views.  We also did a couple of wine tastings in Montepulciano and Montalcino. We enjoyed daily visits to the small town of Tuoro for post cycling coffee and pastries and became regulars in the very friendly Mocafe.  The pizzas were also a favourite.  There are a number of restaurants in the town and I would suggest booking in advance for a weekend visit. A number of the group are keen cyclists and found several beautiful routes from the house.  Dave and Francesca are extremely helpful hosts and made our stay at Podere Nuovo a good one.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa with breathtaking views
We had excellent communication with Dave and Francesca prior to our holiday. They met us at the house on our arrival and showed us round. The accommodation was perfect with large rooms and a great pool table for the kids. Good sized pool with huge grounds. The location in a national park was idyllic with great walks (and superb for trail running for some!). Views from the house were breathtaking. Within easy reach of Siena, Cortona and Perugia. Favourite trip to Montepulciano with stop off at vineyards for wine tasting. Thoroughly recommend Stefania Meloni from Toscana e Gusto. She came to the house with her team and cooked us an amazing meal with local produce....so good that we asked her to come back for a second time. Didn't have a chance to try her cooking school but maybe next time. Excellent venue for a family holiday. Thanks Dave and Francesca Jim, Bridget and family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top of the world
We’ve stayed in many places but this has to be one of the best, the house itself is serene (the photographs really don’t do it justice), the views fantastic , the area is one of outstanding beauty and the neighbours and locals are friendly and supportive... what more could anyone want!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by David Harmes

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We own this house and it is our family home in Italy and will only be rented out for a handful of weeks each year. Francesca is Italian and I am half Italian so we both have a very strong connection with Italy.

Why they chose this property

Every year we take a group of friends to a different location in Italy and in 2013 we decided to visit Umbria. All of Italy is beautiful as you probably know but Umbria has such marvellous views that we immediately fell in love with it.
It is of course referred to as the green heart of Italy as it is in the centre of the country and is landlocked. Umbria is within easy reach of Rome and Florence and has been the ideal location for us.

What makes this property unique

Wonderful internal and external facilities including:-

- High speed wifi (30MB/sec) internet connections.
- Air conditioning in all the upstairs bedrooms.
- Wood burning stoves in both the downstairs rooms.
- Cool breeze at altitude most welcome in the summer months.
- No mosquitos at this height.

The flow through the house is superb and it is particularly suited to large groups with disabled or elderly family members and pets.

The house is located about 5 minutes from the "superstrade" that go everywhere in central Italy. From Civitavecchia to Siena and from the Adriatic coast to the Mediterranean beaches and from the Republic of San Marino to Spoleto.

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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