Set among vineyards and orchards in the Umbrian countryside near Perugia, Villa Salone Letterario is an elegant early 20th-century Art-Nouveau residence surrounded by a private park of century-old trees. As you approach along the tree-lined drive, the villa’s graceful façade hints at its refined past, while inside, high ceilings, fireplaces and generous proportions create a sense of space and quiet grandeur. 

Step through the entrance and into a large hall warmed by a fireplace, leading to a series of beautifully arranged reception rooms. There is a formal dining room for celebratory suppers, a relaxed games room with satellite TV, a bright breakfast room and a spacious kitchen designed for proper Italian cooking, complete with wood-fired oven, espresso machine and ample preparation space. A study, private chapel and guest WC complete the ground floor. Upstairs, a magnificent library with grand piano and fireplace opens onto a balcony, an atmospheric setting for evening music or a quiet afternoon with a book. Bedrooms are spread across the first and second floors, including several suites with sitting rooms, fireplaces and generous bathrooms, offering privacy and comfort for larger groups. 

Outside, the parkland setting invites slow mornings and shaded strolls along winding paths that eventually lead to a small lake home to swans and ducks. In a secluded corner of the grounds sits the swimming pool, with a separate shallow circular section ideal for younger guests. Changing rooms, a solar shower and a covered barbecue area with pizza oven and wood-fired grill make this a natural gathering spot from late morning through to sunset.

Combining historic character with modern comforts such as Wi-Fi, heating and lift access, Villa Salone Letterario offers an elegant yet welcoming base for exploring Umbria and southern Tuscany. 

• While there is is no air-conditioning, the thick walls can be great at keeping the heat out, additionally a fan is provided in each bedroom.
• The house is arranged across three floors, connected by a main wooden staircase, a secondary staircase and a lift.
• A car is essential for reaching local shops, restaurants and the surrounding Umbrian and Tuscan towns.
• The villa is a historic early twentieth-century residence, so its traditional layout and character may feel different from a modern purpose-built holiday home.
• Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.