exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41830 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Check out the area

Citta della Pieve, Umbrien

Centro Servizi Turistici Citta della Pieve13 min drive
La Scarzuola29 min drive
Fonteverde Terme33 min drive
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

blue room 2nd floor with private terrace

1 Queen Bed

yellow room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom top floor

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom with walkin shower

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Mid 18th century country house can be rented for up to 4 guests. It is a very romantic place, wonderfully restored with organic materials and kept in the original style of the area, even the outside Pizza Oven has been restored. A lovely garden set in the hills on the border of Tuscany and Umbria is ideal for families or small groups. A tastefully decorated & furnished home with antiques from the owner's family. The 250-year-old house sits on a slope and has stunning views and light breezes in hot summers. It is surrounded by old oak trees giving shade. You will find a solar heated pool, which is open from March to October, situated in a little olive grove overlooking the vineyards, with natural shade and stunning views. The panorama pool is completely private. The 8 ha estate is owned by a German Countess, producing the estate's own biological wine and olive oil, she lives in a separate part of the house, managing the property.

Property manager

Stephanie Countess zu Ortenburg

Languages

English, German, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

There will be an extra charge for Events.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

The Pool is fenced, children under 12 are not allowed unaccompanied at the pool.

Please take a shower at the pool before entering the water. Thank you The swimming pool is solar heated.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: There will be an extra charge for Events.

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Citta della Pieve

Located in Citta della Pieve, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. Pomario Cantina and Fontesecca are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Trasimeno and Monte Rufeno Nature Reserve. Traveling with kids? Consider Centro Servizi Turistici Citta della Pieve and Tavernelle Aquatic Park. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Citta della Pieve, Umbrien

What's nearby

Centro Servizi Turistici Citta della Pieve - 13 min drive
Pomario Cantina - 17 min drive
La Scarzuola - 29 min drive
Fonteverde Terme - 33 min drive
Lake Trasimeno - 35 min drive

Getting around

Fabro-Ficulle Station - 20 min drive
Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

Area di servizio Fabro Ovest - 33 min drive
Chef Express SPA - 40 min drive
Sarni Fabro Ovest - 33 min drive
Da Laura Ristorante - 14 min drive
Matucci - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is exclusive luxurious Farmhouse, heated pool, between Florence and Rome, garden located?

This family-friendly Citta della Pieve villa is located in the mountains, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pomario Cantina, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Centro Servizi Turistici Citta della Pieve and Santa Maria dei Bianchi Oratory. Museum of Glass and Fontesecca are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

GUDRUN R.

Sep 30, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a beautiful and relaxing vacation. The house is very cocy , warm and the 6 People had plenty

Theo Energie and property manager lives at the property. She is very friendly, gives u advise if it is needed. The house fits right in the surroundings, very nice renovated and nicely furnished.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Sep 11, 2015

A Dream Vacation

A gem of a house. It fit our family of four perfectly and was beautifully decorated at the same time comfortable for everyone. From the start, the hostess and owner of the Villa was beyond helpful. Any questions we had she helped answer. She helped us set up horse back riding, told us of great restaurants and arranged for delicious meals to be prepared right at the Villa under a beautiful canopy. Fresh figs and grapes adorned the landscape. The pool was a miracle to have in the heat for my our family. And the afternoon and evenings were dedicated to exploring the surrounding countryside. We took a day trip by train to Rome and another to Florence. But the best visits were to the smaller and less imposing towns available by short car rides. We were all so sad to leave the beauty of this amazing Umbrian Villa.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

jack d.

Aug 12, 2015

Could have been great

Our experience at Villa Cerqualto in Umbria could have been the time of a lifetime, and it came close. The place is exquisite, picturesque and perfectly situated to enjoy the splendors of the hilltop villages of Tuscany and Umbria, most of which are an hour away. We rented the villa for three weeks this summer and used it as our jumping off point to explore Siena, Perugia, Florence, Orvieto, Montepulciano, lakes Bolsena and Trasemino and our favorite local find Monteleone d’ Orvieto. It was scorchingly hot every day and we really enjoyed the relief that the villa’s swimming pool gave us. The problem was that the owner, who lives on the premises, was rude, intrusive and downright mean. If she hired a manager to interact with her guests, the place would be a gem. Once we arrived, she had us read a list of rules that had not been part of the webite or contract, and attempted to impose on us the responsibilities that were hers. She sent emails and left notes that were aggressive and nasty. Many nights she entered the house when we were gone. She tried to make demands that we pay for the pool umbrella that got damaged in a rainstorm and for tablebcloths that had food and wine spots on them. We paid in cash for a visitor who joined us one week as prearranged with the owner, and she didn’t provide the receipt we asked for and were promised. Sadly there are more examples, and much of the reason we're writing is that we failed to read closely the warnings of a similar nature that had been posted by others on VRBO.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phil Vollands

Jul 4, 2015

Wonderful stay.

My husband and I (and our three girls, ages 19, 16 and 11) have had a fantastic holiday in this gorgeous retreat. Shortly after we arrived, we were sitting on the veranda enjoying a glass of wine and I said to my husband, "we absolutely must come back here again"! We were stunned by the beautiful gardens, complete with vibrant blooming flowers, a lovely pool, and even an olive grove and small, grape vineyard. Waking up at this house is a total delight with a cool breeze, dreamy vistas, the aroma of lavender and the inviting sounds of singing birds. We felt so relaxed and at home here. We loved the owner, Countess Stephanie, as well. She was so kind and helpful and made some excellent recommendations for places to visit as well as wonderful restaurants. The surrounding villages and countryside are absolutely gorgeous! The only thing we would have changed about our stay is the length of time that we were here...our stay was much too short! Next time we will return for longer! We would definitely recommend this property to our family and friends and anyone planning a visit to Umbria and Tuscany.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Apostolos P.

Sep 3, 2012

Great area, poor accommodation

Staying in Villa Cerqualto with two children can be a rather ambitious plan for two parents - not to mention that it gets worse when the visitors are two families with children. First of all, one has to cope with a stiffy landlady and too many don'ts and restrictions that make you feel uncomfortable and unwelcomed. One has to deal with a casina that is unappropriately equipped for Temperatures over 30C, trapped between opening windows that allow bats and other animals to enter the house and sweating to death from the lack of window shields, ventillation or air conditioning. The bedrooms do not have adequate spaces for sleeping your children - the upper floor is more spacious than the ground floor where a child should share the room with the parents, needlesss to say that the staircases are unappropriate for children under 5, aged people or people with special needs. The swimming pool is not properly maintained, and the landlady - among the "don'ts" emphasises that the more suntan you use to protect your children from the sun the more chlorine she will put into the pool. Not a single thing is offered to the guest free of charge - not even the toilet paper - and in case you try to use cleaning or other additional services, you have to cope with overcharges that do not reflect value for money. Not to mention that you have to tolerate a house survey before you leave and before you get the receipt for the thousands you have actually paid months ago (!) and get your rubbish with you on the way back to your country since it seems that the cleaning ladies cannot do it!

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Countess zu Ortenburg

In 2000 I have bought a farm ruin and renting the house to everyone who likes to spend their holidays in a beautiful house in Umbria on the border to Tuscany. The locating is fantastic, 90 km from Rome and Florence on the Autostrada di SOLE. I love living here and to have interesting, fun guests.

Why they chose this property

The house is very privately set, but close to the A1 Autostrada di Sole. You can reach the property easily from Rome and Florence. The train station is 10 min. away from the grounds. I have no close by neighbors. The property is 8 ha large and has lovely olive trees and vines. In the large garden are very big old oak trees and there are lovely views. On the grounds around the antic house you can enjoy the breathtaking views over the superb Umbrian/ Tuscan countryside. The exceptional location will give you enough opportunities to relax & dream or sightseeing. Next town is the medieval city Cittá della Pieve (15min by car) and Monteleone di Orvieto (10 min by car) Perugia (40min. by car.) Some windows have fly nets, 2 Fireplace. Satellite TV, stereo CD-Player. Central heating. Fully-equipped kitchen: dishwasher, fridge, freezer, stove, oven, toaster, coffee machine. Washing machine, hairdryer, anti-allergenic mattresses. Iron & ironing-board, cot, high chair. Private pool 10x5m/ 1,30 m deep, with sun-lounger’s, table & chairs. Shower and bathroom at the Pool, towels are provided.
Gazebo/ Pergola, BBQ & furnished with dining table & chairs, veranda with cosy armchairs.
Umbria is beautiful all year round. Each and every month of the year has its very own charm and quality, its colors, scents and sounds. The people of Umbria are still very much in tune with a rhythm given by nature itself.
Within the medieval boundary walls of the town, you‘ll find plenty of witnesses of a turbulent and rich history. Numerous shops, cafes and restaurants inviting you for a stroll or remain and watch the busy life in the streets.
The personal touch and extraordinary friendliness of the people of Città della Pieve, surely contribute to the special charm of the town. The Italian spoken in this area, is said to be one of the clearest and most beautiful in the country. No doubt, you will enjoy your holiday here and in no time it will feel like a home away from home.

What makes this property unique

Solar heated and completely fenced-in pool. The house has an air-ventilated roof that is like a natural air-conditioning. By restoring an old farmhouse the character of the buildings in the 18th century has been maintained and the typical Umbrien details were restored. Only ecological materials were used in the restoration. The garden has wonderful big old trees and special plants. Helpful owner-caretaker in a separate part of the building, garden, lawn & pool maintenance. Weekly change of linen & towels. Services upon request: Additional maid service, local cook/chef, catering, organisation of special events. Facilities: WLAN/Wi-Fi access outdoor/indoor internet access.