Welcome to Villa Nese, an elegant, 20th-century villa located in the San Giovanni del Pantano valley, in Italy’s green Umbria region. A true hidden gem, it offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Radiating charm inside and out, this grand, six-bed home is surrounded by panoramic countryside views, which you can admire from several of the spacious rooms spread across two floors. On the ground level, guests have the option to choose from two seating areas in the spacious living room, with cooling stone underfoot and wooden beamed ceilings complementing the traditional furniture and décor. Time-honoured furnishings and classical artwork accomplish the space, which leads to a country-style kitchen that has everything you need to make full family meals and enjoy them in the dining room next door. All bedrooms are remarkably spacious, with high ceilings, terracotta-tiled floors and a lot of natural light, making sure you feel at home. In addition, the master suite is arranged for romantic evenings, with a canopy bed and a single-person sofa at your disposal. Whether snuggling on chilly evenings or enjoying lively conversations in the cosy lounge, this villa offers the perfect environment for bonding and relaxation.
Walk outside across the neatly manicured lawn to find a large pool surrounded by a terrace and lush vegetation. Whether working on your tan from the sun lounger or getting some exercise in, this is the place from where to take in the views and truly forget the sense of time. Al-fresco meals are to be served at the large dining table, while a sofa under a blooming wisteria canopy makes for the best spot where to watch all the candy-hued sunsets.
For a long time, Umbria was known as the lesser-visited sibling to neighbouring Tuscany. It’s the only Italian region in the centre of Italy that doesn’t border the sea or another country, and it’s this location that ensures Italy’s oldest traditions and charm are still at play here.
When you catch the itch to explore, choose from a variety of charismatic towns and cities, all of which are at your doorstep. Go from Assisi or Arezzo for a cultured day out, followed by a wholesome stroll or well-deserved relaxation near Lake Trasimeno, all of which are surrounded by excellent wineries and trattorias.
Perugia, the region’s capital, is easily reachable by car and offers a wealth of sightseeing and other touristic opportunities. It’s very well known for its defensive walls around the historic centre, galleries, museums and of course a buzzing restaurant scene.
