Villa Chimneys
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Overview
Thousands of plants inhabit the gardens of this villa in Umbria, where there’s always something in bloom. Here valleys and green hills embrace you from the moment you enter the winding drive, which passes through the estate’s working farm. If you’re looking for bucolic retreat, this stately stone home and gardens will catch your imagination and your heart. Whether you dine beneath the picture-perfect pergola, or lounge beside the private pool, a profound sense of calm will find you at this holiday villa.
Inside, the decor is sophisticated yet casual - with tasteful wicker and floral fabrics winking at the gardens beyond. There is an updated en suite bathroom for every bedroom, so all your guests will be kept in comfort. For even more luxury and care, upgrade your stay to a vill’otel experience - this includes breakfast every morning, daily maid service, and more.
Golfers will be especially enamoured of this holiday villa - there is an 18 hole golf course just 3 minutes down a private path. The nearest town is San Giovanni del Pantano (1 km), which sits just 25 minutes from the Perugia International Airport - excellent convenience for a rural escape to another world!
What you should know…
- The property is off a steep country road - bring a car with high clearance and 4-wheel drive!
- When minimum occupancy is booked, certain rooms may not be accessible (subject to owner's discretion) - best to enquire with us beforehand
Property Features
Interior
Main House
Ground Floor
- Double bedroom with open bathroom and two showers
- Large living room with an elegant fireplace and TV and French doors leading onto the garden and the olive-groves of the villa. Seated on the sofa that lies inside the villa, one can also admire the imposing Mount Tezio scenery
- Dining room with an adjoining spacious kitchen and breakfast table
- The kitchen room overlooks a small private garden which is immersed in flowers in full bloom, and also having a lovely table setup for breakfast
First Floor
- 2 double bedrooms having en-suite bathroom having shower and bath tub
- Double room with en-suite bathroom and shower
- Double room with en-suite bathroom and bath-tub
Cottage
- Double bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower inside the cottage. The cottage also offers a small kitchen, dining area and living room. There is a TV, DVD player, internet access and air conditioning
Outside Grounds
- Private pool
- Sun loungers
- Fenced, landscaped garden
- Pergola with outdoor dining table seating 12
- Comfortable seating
- Barbecue area
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Microwave
- LCD TV
- Sky television with sports channels
- DVD player
- CD player
- iPod speakers
- Hair dryers in every bathroom
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa ChimneysWith over 30 per cent of the region’s total area made up of woodland, Umbria is known as “the Green Heart of Italy”. Villa Chimneys has the unique advantage of being situated in the very centre of this area steeped with history and tradition.
Umbria is one of Italy’s most beautiful and enchanting regions. This tranquil land of saints and ancient mystics, with its romantic countryside and its historically rich medieval hill-towns, inspires a special reverence in the hearts of Italians as well as the foreigners visiting it. More than anywhere else, the region seems to represent the country’s spirituality.
With less than a million inhabitants, Umbria’s population density is half that of the national average, affording ample room for individuality. The simple pleasures of country living, surrounded by natural beauty, is enhanced with art, architecture, wonderful food and wine in nearby towns and cities throughout the two adjoining regions of Lazio and Tuscany.
Florence and Rome are within two hours drive. Siena, Arezzo, Assisi, Todi and Orvieto are all closely linked. The capital city of Perugia is just 20 minutes away and offers a wealth of cultural activities that include opera and the famous Umbria Jazz festival, held every July. Other spectacular hilltop towns include Cortona and Preggio. Preggio has an annual classical music festival and the annual Montone Film Festival, which attracts an international audience.
During the summer months, open-air concerts and operas are often staged in the gardens of famous villas and palazzos that abound throughout the region.
Many tours and excursions can be organized for our guests during their stay by the Estate’s Management.
Guests have access to an 18 hole championship golf course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. A golf clubhouse and restaurant facilities within the same estate are only 3 minutes distance from the villa. These are accessible by golf cart through a private pathway that runs across the nature reserve. All guests have discounts on the golf green fees and at the clubhouse restaurant.
Furthermore, there are a wide range of outdoor pursuits and activities including hunting, fishing and mountain biking.
History
This country estate has risen majestically in the midst of the Umbrian region for more than a millennium.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, the estate has been witness to many historical events, which helped shape the Italy we know today. Murlo is situated at the very top of a beautiful hill in the midst of Monte Elceto di Murlo and Monte Tezio. It is an easily defensible and dominant position.
Location
- San Giovanni del Pantano (small grocery store): 1 Km (2 minutes)
- Pierantonio (small village with shops and bank): 6 Km (5 minutes)
- Perugia: 15 Km (20 minutes)
- Perugia International Airport: 20 Km (25 minutes)
- Rome Fiumicino International Airport: 205 Km (2 hours)
- Rome Ciampino International Airport: 200 Km (1 hour, 55 minutes)
- Florence international Airport: 150 Km (1 hours, 40 minutes)
- Assisi: 35 Km (40 minutes)
- Gubbio: 30 Km (35 minutes)
- Orvieto: 95 Km (55 minutes)
- Lake Trasimeno: 20 Km (25 minutes)
- Siena: 90 Km (50 minutes)
- Spoleto: 75 Km (40 minutes)
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
S. Egidio
(21-25 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Umbertide
(10 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Il Caldaro
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Il Caldaro
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Antognolla
(2 km) |
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Region
Umbria has best of Italy to offer: rolling landscapes, wine, beautiful towns and villages, olive oil, expansive lakes and the food, glorious food. A holiday here can be as lazy, active, cultured and as delicious as you like.
This region is scattered with pretty, picturesque villages, while the area has a rich cultural heritage. From thermal pools to medieval cathedrals and olive oil museum, Umbria has an intriguing amount of history to discover.
Both Rome and Florence are accessible within a day trip, while the closest towns of interest would be Orvieto, the old town which is a fascinating series of winding streets, piazzas and a colourful weekly market.
History lovers will be spoilt - from the first century Roman amphitheatres to the twelfth-century duomos, to the fourteenth-century hilltop fortresses, the glut of remnants from the medieval and Bronze Age that punctuate the region is impressive.
Check out our range of beautiful villas in Umbria to start planning your holiday, now!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Fishing
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Catering Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Meal delivery service
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Transfers Available
- Catering Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Available
- Meal delivery service
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
- Babysitting/childcare services
Extras included at this property:
- Maid Service 6 days per week (excluding Sundays and public holidays)
- Welcome hamper
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Extra maid service
- Transfers within the Estate
- Shopping service with car
- Bike hire
- Horse riding
- Laundry service
- Ironing service
- Extra bed linen change
- Extra bath towels change
- Firewood
- Ping Pong table and equipment
- Dinner/lunches in villa with chef and butler
- Daily chef service
- Daily butler service
- Room service from restaurant
- Wine tours
- Tours with professional guide
- Professional massage in-villa
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner as a pre-authorisation upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 3.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner as a pre-authorisation upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 3.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes (towels are changed mid-week and linen is changed mid-stay for bookings of two consecutive weeks). |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Tax | Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and events are not allowed. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, except in low season. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included approximately late June to end-August, on request only. Extra cost approximately late-May to Late June and September based on consumption, payable locally. Pool heating is not available during all other periods. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights (short-breaks may be possible on request outside high season). |
| Pool opening dates? | The pool is open approximately May to September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27th 2022 - Dec 17th 2022 | £5,074 | £6,765 | £8,456 | £11,834 |
| Dec 17th 2022 - Dec 22nd 2022 | £5,708 | £7,610 | £9,512 | £13,313 |
| Dec 22nd 2022 - Jan 7th 2023 | - | - | - | £13,313 |
| Jan 7th 2023 - Apr 1st 2023 | - | - | - | £13,806 |
| Easter Season | - | - | - | £14,792 |
| Apr 15th 2023 - May 20th 2023 | - | - | - | £13,806 |
| May 20th 2023 - Jun 24th 2023 | - | - | - | £14,792 |
| Jun 24th 2023 - Sep 2nd 2023 | - | - | - | £15,779 |
| Sep 2nd 2023 - Oct 7th 2023 | - | - | - | £14,792 |
| Oct 7th 2023 - Dec 16th 2023 | - | - | - | £13,806 |
| Christmas & New Year | - | - | - | £14,792 |
| Jan 6th 2024 - May 18th 2024 | - | - | - | £13,806 |
| May 18th 2024 - May 30th 2024 | - | - | - | £14,792 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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