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Casa Cristina: Medieval Tower in a Magical Mountain Village

Location: Spoleto, Umbria, Italy, Europe (Two hours from Rome by car, 40 minutes from Perugia)

Accommodations: House - 2 Bedrooms - 3 Baths - (Sleeps 4)

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Casa Cristina

Only 5 miles outside historic Spoleto, nestled in a hidden valley in the foothills of the Apennine Mountains, lies the tiny village of Vallocchia. A village of approximately twenty homes, it is a quiet and friendly outpost where one can enjoy the peace and beauty of the mountains. Vallocchia offers a serenity and a way of life long forgotten in most parts of the world today.

The house itself, located in the heart of the village, offers the utmost privacy. The house was originally an old farmhouse/tower that was lovingly restored by an Academy Award winning Italian art director a decade ago. The top floor of the tower is the master bedroom, with the second bedroom a floor below, at street level.

The kitchen and living room are on the ground floor (one floor below street level) and both open onto their own terraces. Only Gioia and A.D., the village horses grazing in the pasture, impede the idyllic view of this stunning valley and the mountains surrounding it. In the basement is a third bathroom with shower and laundry facilities. The kitchen and bedrooms are connected by a circular staircase. The house has thick walls that keep it cool in the summer. You can also opt to close the shutters to keep out the heat of the day and then open them to let in the cool evening breezes.

Vallocchia offers many wonderful hiking opportunities, from treks to the nearby ancient chestnut forest - Vallocchia is legendary for its chestnuts - to spectacular hikes up into the mountains offering breathtaking views of this glorious mountain region. Also, the beautifully preserved medieval town of Spoleto is just ten minutes away by car. Here, one is centrally located for day trips to all the wondrous history, art and nature Umbria has to offer.

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Vacation Rental Features
Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: The house has thick walls that keep it cool in the summer. You can also close the shutters to keep out the heat of the day and then open them for the evening breezes.
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Covered Parking: The vine covered car park can hold two to three cars.
  • Wood Fireplace: Located in the kitchen, the fireplace can also be used for cooking.
  • Wood Stove: There is an outdoor wood-burning oven for cooking located on the property (there is also a Weber grill for outdoor cooking).
Beds
  • King Bed: Two twin beds with top-of-the-line American mattresses makeup a king size bed. This bedroom is at street level, with its own private bathroom (toilet, shower, and bidet).
  • Queen Bed: The master (upstairs) bedroom also has a top-of-the-line American mattress and its own private entrance from the street. Also with private bathroom, including a toilet, shower, and bidet.
Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • VCR
  • Video Library: For both adults and children
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library
Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: The kitchen is a fully equipped cook's kitchen with All Clad cookware and Franke appliances.
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio: Two delightful terraces and a small yard make up the outdoor living spaces.
View/Location
  • Mountain View: Sublime, unobstructed valley and mountain view.
Communications
  • Telephone
  • Computer w/ Dial-up Internet: There is NOT a computer at the house, but you can bring a laptop and connect to the internet via dial-up by getting an access number with a 39-0743 area code.
Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed: Feel free to smoke on the terraces
Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hiking
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding

Rates (in Euros ): Personal Currency Assistant
April €825/week .. May-Oct €900/week .. €3200/month.
Rates are inclusive of all utilities.
Rent does not include a €60 final cleaning fee.






Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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Dates available: Apr-Oct
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Phone: (646) 942-2644 (New York, USA)
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Dates available: Apr-Oct
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.
Click calendar to check for your desired dates.
Phone: (646) 942-2644 (New York, USA)
Please say: "I saw your listing #113166 on VRBO"


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