A private road leads to the "Dolce Nido - Sweet Nest" sanctuary.
Location: Todi, Umbria, Italy, Europe (Between Todi and Deruta, in the hills of Collazzone, Umbria)
Accommodations: Villa, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
SETTING: We call our artisan country house "Dolce Nido - Sweet Nest". It is accessed by a private country road and nestled into the hillside with sweeping views of the hills of Piedicole and Collazzone. The setting is delightful, with its own olive orchard, English garden and neighboring fields of sunflowers. Completely private, but not isolated, the villa is just 3K-1.5 miles from E45 which takes you to Todi (15 min), and north to Deruta (10 min), Perugia (25 min), Assisi (30 min), Siena (1 hr), Rome's Via Veneto (1.5 HR), Florence (2 hr).
CREATURE COMFORTS: Dolce Nido is a restored classic Italian stone house with beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, whitewashed walls and chestnut shutters. All 24 windows and doors have been equipped with custom window screens to welcome the seasonal breezes. The bedrooms have individual AC units. The property includes a private garden with hot and cold outdoor shower, a gazebo overlooking the olive orchard and a terrace which accommodates an alfresco dinner for 12. The ambience is that of a designer's country hotel - comfortable but uncluttered, with hand painted maiolica, art books, antiques gathered from Arrezzo, lovely linens, new upholstered furniture and mattresses.
ENVIRONS: Here you are in the heart of Italy, with neighboring hill towns to explore: Todi, Spoleto, Assisi, Spello, Perugia, Montefalco. Nearby are hiking trails, restaurants, wineries, artisanal shopping, maiolica factories and the endless treasures of Italy. Some of our favorite towns are within 1/2 hour: Todi, Deruta, Asissi, Perugia, Spello, Torgiano, Bevagna and 1 1/2 hours : Montepulciano, Pienza, Spoletto, Siena, Arrezzo.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Ground Floor: Entrance room, Living Room with fireplace, Dining Room, Kitchen, Full Bath with washing machine. Second Floor: Master BR with ensuite Bath, Office area. Third Floor: Master BR with Balcony, 3rd BR with 2 twin beds, Bath.
SERVICES INCLUDED: Water, Gas for kitchen use, Initial cleaning, Linens, Incoming telephone calls, Gardener, Cleaning once a week for 2 week-plus stays.
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED (payable local to the owner): Outgoing long distance telephone AC surcharge, Heating surcharge during winter months. Cleaning and Catering available upon request.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Gazebo, English garden, Olive fields, Outdoor Shower
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Painting your own Majolica in Deruta, Touring Hilltowns, Wineries
Rate Details (In Euros)
Contact Owner for special 2009-August, September rates
Euro 1500: Spring and Autumn. Euro 1800: Summer. Discount for monthly stay.
Rate is All Inclusive Except LD tel; Surchcharge-Heat and AC (If Needed)
Payment Terms: 50% With Reservation, Balance Due 60 Days Prior to Rental
Payment: Via Funds Transfer
Deposit: €600 Cash Upon Arrival to Property
References and Contract Required
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- A private road leads to the "Dolce Nido - Sweet Nest" sanctuary. - Umbria, Italy Travel
- Terrazzo overlooks the English garden olive orchard and neighboring hillsides. - Umbria, Italy Travel
- The Gazebo - Everybody's favorite spot with forever views. - Umbria, Italy Travel
- Bedroom with terrazzo.
- Living room with fireplace.
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