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!
| Good news! For a little extra, this property can be booked as a Vill’otel |
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What you should know…
- The property is off a steep country road - bring a car with high clearance and 4-wheel drive!
- Please see the T’s & C’s for info on heating and other important details.
- 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
Villa Chimneys can accommodate up to 12 people in 6 bedrooms, all with en- suite bathrooms, 4 bedrooms have king size beds and 2 have twin beds.
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.
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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.
Outdoor Grounds
There is a private and fenced landscaped garden with private pool and barbecue area. Guests can dine in the lovely pergola with outdoor dining table seating 12 or relax on the sun beds, sun chairs, and sets of sofas.
Amenities
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Microwave
- lcd TV
- Sky television with sports channels
- DVD player
- CD player
- iPod speakers
- Wireless internet broadband
- Hair dryers in every bathroom
- Baby cot
- Child’s high chair.
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)
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| 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!
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
- On-Site Concierge
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
Additional Services - At Extra Cost:- Extra maid service - €20/hr- Transfer within the Estate - €20- Shopping service with car - €50/hr- Bike hire - POA- Horse riding - POA- Laundry service - €10- Ironing service - €20/hr- Extra bed linen change - €5/bedroom- Extra bath towels change - €8/person- Firewood - €15/basket- Ping Pong table and equipment - €80/week- Dinner/lunches in villa with chef and butler - POA- Daily chef service €200/meal- Daily butler service €100/meal- Room service from restaurant €15/delivery- Wine tours - POA (require advance booking)- Tours with professional guide - POA- Professional massage in-villa - POA
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.
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.
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
This farmhouse is a perfect pastoral retreat for a wedding, tucked away at the end of a winding driv...
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This farmhouse is a perfect pastoral retreat for a wedding, tucked away at the end of a winding drive in romantic countryside near Perugia within the fine landscape of Umbria’s olive groves, woods and rolling hills. Its spectacular garden is so well planted that there will always be colourful and fragrant displays of blooms for your special event. Guests will love meandering along the winding paths and stone steps amidst flower beds, herbs, hedges and olive trees. An intimate reception might be hosted inside, otherwise a spacious area of lawn by the sparkling pool transforms into a magical space for both ceremony and feasting with lights twinkling overhead as the celebrations continue into the night. Keep an eye on your friends and family though – there is an 18 hole golf course to be found just three minutes away down a path!
Wedding Reception
Up to 70 people can be seated for the reception outside in the villa gardens or up to 12 guests in the villa for an indoor reception. Dancing can take place in the garden, with dancefloor hire recommended, until 11pm.
Wedding Ceremony
A ceremony for up to 70 people would could take place in the garden by the pool. Symbolic ceremonies are possible on site while there is a town hall and church nearby for civil ceremonies.
Where to Stay
Up to 12 people can sleep on-site. There are 4 villas on the same estate - if there is availability, these can host up to 46 further guests. The owners are able to supply details of local transport firms.
Wedding Planning
The venue concierge team can plan the whole wedding (except apart from the civil ceremony) with the client. They are also able to suggest wedding planners or the client may provide their own.
Catering
The venue exclusively provides all the catering for the event. On special request alternative caterers could be used.
Other information
Music and party may be extended later than 11pm if the neighbouring villa is also booked by the wedding party. No extra event fee for groups of under 20 people.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €500. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | From 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 am |
Terms & Conditions
- The swimming pool is open for your private use in the warmer months, from May to September. Opening or later closure of the pool is available at an extra fee. Please be aware that there is no fence surrounding the pool and therefore we require children using the pool area to be supervised.
- The Property is in a rural location, on the top of a hill (600 meter above sea level) within a country estate , which is a large Umbrian active agricultural farm. The access road to the Property is a long and occasionally steep private white gravel road, not suitable for sports cars or any other low-height car. We would recommend the use of a 4 wheel drive car.
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €500. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | From 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 am |
| Energy costs included? | Rental price does not include central heating during low season, Easter, Christmas & New Year. Pool heating is not included and is based upon consumption. If you use the central heating or pool heating you will be charged at the excess gas rate €1.80/cubic meter. Please note all use is metered and you are required to pay for this in cash on departure. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. They are changed weekly on Saturdays. Extra changes are available on request at an extra charge. |
| 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 |
| Tax | €1,50 per person for the first two nights and €0.75 per person for the third night. Children up to 14 years old are free |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings and celebrations are permitted on request. Please note stag/hen parties are not allowed. |
| Heating costs included? | Not included in the rental price. |
| Pool heating charge? | Not included in the rental price. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
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| Aug 22nd 2019 - Aug 31st 2019 | £9,140 |
| Aug 31st 2019 - Sep 28th 2019 | £6,675 |
| Sep 28th 2019 - Nov 2nd 2019 | £5,648 |
| Nov 2nd 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £4,621 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - Apr 11th 2020 | £5,648 |
| Easter Week | £7,702 |
| Apr 18th 2020 - May 23rd 2020 | £6,675 |
| May 23rd 2020 - Jun 27th 2020 | £7,702 |
| Jun 27th 2020 - Aug 29th 2020 | £10,167 |
| Aug 29th 2020 - Sep 26th 2020 | £7,702 |
| Sep 26th 2020 - Oct 31st 2020 | £6,675 |
| Oct 31st 2020 - Dec 18th 2020 | £5,648 |
| Christmas & New Year | £7,702 |
| Jan 8th 2021 - Feb 22nd 2021 | £5,648 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
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| Aug 22nd 2019 - Aug 31st 2019 | £9,140 |
| Aug 31st 2019 - Sep 28th 2019 | £7,189 |
| Sep 28th 2019 - Nov 2nd 2019 | £6,162 |
| Nov 2nd 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £5,135 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - Apr 11th 2020 | £6,162 |
| Easter Week | £8,216 |
| Apr 18th 2020 - May 23rd 2020 | £7,189 |
| May 23rd 2020 - Jun 27th 2020 | £8,216 |
| Jun 27th 2020 - Aug 29th 2020 | £10,167 |
| Aug 29th 2020 - Sep 26th 2020 | £8,216 |
| Sep 26th 2020 - Oct 31st 2020 | £7,189 |
| Oct 31st 2020 - Dec 18th 2020 | £6,162 |
| Christmas & New Year | £8,216 |
| Jan 8th 2021 - Feb 22nd 2021 | £6,162 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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