Location: Castiglione del Lago, Umbria, Italy, Europe (Firenze 130km; Rome 180km; Pisa 210km; Perugia 40km,)
Accommodations: Country House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4 Baths (Sleeps 8-16)
The owner, playwright and screenwriter, after traveling all over the world and living in several countries, most recently in London, decided to quit the rat race and change his life style and the result is Podere Fontegallo perched on a hill in the tranquil Umbrian countryside with spectacular panoramic views to the horizon in all directions.
Podere Fontegallo is a newly restored 17th century farmhouse on a hill in the beautiful Green Heart of Italy, the tranquil Umbrian countryside just ten minutes drive from Tuscany, with breathtaking views of gentle rolling hills of agriculture, olive, cypress, Aleppo pine, oak and chestnut trees, Lago Trasimeno, Lago Chuisi and the Medieval hilltop villages of Cortona, Chiusi, Tuoro, Chianciano-Terme, Montepulciano, and the mountains in the distance on the horizon. In summer the fields are rich with the yellow of sunflowers then come the browns, golds, and greens as the seasons change.
Podere Fontegallo offers three apartments and a separate house, each different from the other in décor. The house and two of the apartments have a fully-equipped open plan kitchen with chestnut wood cabinets, natural stone countertops, dining area, a sitting area with an open fireplace, French doors leading from the sitting area to a private front patio with breathtaking views; satellite TV, safe, dishwasher, and espresso maker.
These two apartments also have French doors leading outside from the main bedroom to the back garden. We also offer a third apartment with fully-equipped open plan kitchen with chestnut wood cabinets, natural stone countertops, dining area, French door leading to a shared front patio with breathtaking views satellite TV, safe, dishwasher and espresso maker. All guests will have access to the utility room where there is a washer machine and clothes dryer.
Podere Fontegallo has been recently restored to a high standard with utmost care using the best materials in keeping with the character of the house. Outside on the wall of the house is a locally designed handmade ceramic meridian, the three patios are decorated with handmade ceramic tiles, on the roof are three beautiful chimneys, then there is the environmentally friendly swimming pool (6m x 14m) with water purified by UVA rays (no chlorine) and views of the countryside and Lago Chiusi, and throughout the property are quiet places to sit and admire the views. Inside are typical terracotta floors, beamed ceilings, fireplaces, original doors, and wrought iron beds.
Lago Trasimeno, is less than 15 kilometers from the border of Tuscany, and is in the centre of one of the richest districts in the world from the historical, artistic, and cultural points of view.
In a journey of less than two hours by car you can see 20% of the world’s artistic heritage and explore and experience Etruscan, Medieval and Renaissance towns including, Castiglione del Lago (voted one of the most beautiful towns in Italy) (ten kilometers), Chiusi (ten kilometers), Paciano (winner of the EU ‘perfect village’ competition) (12 kilometers), Panicale (15 kilometers), Cortona (30 kilometers), Montepulciano (35 kilometers), Pienza (40 kilometers), Montelcino (60 kilometers), Chianciano-Terme (Thermal baths) (30 kilometers), Perugia (45 kilometers), San Feliciano (40 kilometers), Assisi (55 kilometers), Foligno (70 kilometers), Deruta (famous for its ceramics) (70 kilometers), Gubbio (70 kilometers), Cetona (25 kilometers), Citta della Pieve (25 kilometers), Orvieto (55 kilometers), Todi (60 kilometers), Spello (65 kilometers), Arezzo (50 kilometers), St. Casciano dei Bagni (Thermal waters) (35 kilometers), Siena (90 kilometers), Spoleto (90 kilometers), Volterra (130 kilometers), Urbino (130 kilometers), Florence (130 kilometers), and Rome (160 kilometers),
From Chiusi-Chiancaino Terme station (12 kilometers) you can reach Florence or Rome in about one hour to visit the world famous museums, galleries, and architectural heritage and then return to the tranquillity of the gentle Umbrian countryside.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: shared
- Dryer: shared
- Linens Provided: We provide all linens, plus towels for both the bathroom and the swimming pool. Cleaning and change of linens and towels once a week is included.
- Off Street Parking: Private parking area on the property.
- Wood Fireplace (3) : L'olivo, Il Cedro and Il Cipresso have woodburning fireplaces. Wood is available for a small charge.
- Beds
- King Bed (4)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Child Bed: Provided on request without charge.
- Convertible Bed (3) : Three of our apartments have a sleeper-sofa in the sitting room that opens to a large double bed.
- Crib: Provided on request without charge.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) (4)
- DVD (4)
- VCR (4)
- Video Library: A library of DVD's and videos is available gratis.
- CD Player
- Private Pool: The pool, 14 meters (45 feet) by 6 meters (20 feet), is environmentally friendly-the water is purified by UVA light so a minimum amount of chemicals are used.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (4) : All kitchens are fully equipped with, refigerator/freezer, gas cooktops, electric ovens, sink, dishwasher, espresso/cappuccino coffee machine (espresso coffee provided gratis), toaster, pots & pans dishes, glassware, cups, flatware, cooking utensils, kitchen housewares.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully equipped-see kitchen details
- Refrigerator (3) : Each apartment has a refrigerator/freezer-see kitchen details
- Dishwasher (3) : Eac apartment has a dishwasher-see kitchen details
- Catering Available: We can arrange for our cook to prepare meals on request, subject to availability. Extra Charge.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Wood or charcoal.
- Deck/Patio (4) : Each apartment has its own paved private patio with table and chairs.
- Gazebo: The gazebo is near the BBQ and is furnished with a table and chairs to seat eight people.
- View/Location
- Lake View: Views of Lake Trasimeno and Lake Chiusi.
- Water View: We are located on the highest hill in the area and have 360 degree unobstructed views of both Lake Trasimeno (the fourth largest lake in Italy) and Lake Chiusi.
- Mountain View: We are located on the highest hill in the area and have 360 degree unobstructed views of the mountain ranges and Mout Amaita (45 min away by car) where you can sky in the wintertime.
- Communications
- Computer
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): FREE Wi-Fi internet access.
- Other Amenities
- Washing machine & dryer available in the utility room, wide selection of DVDs and Videos gratis and Free WiFi internet in yur apartment, on your terrace or at the swimming pool.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Lake beaches, Boat trips on Lake Trasimeno, Local markets, Local Sagre (festas), Free Music every Thursday night in Panicale town square during the summer, Jazz, Blues and Gospel festivals, International Chocolate Festival in October in Perugia.
Rate Details (In Euros)
Il Cipresso .. 4+2 (2BR) .. €800-€1400/week. SEE SPECIAL OFFER
L'Olivo ...... 2+2 (1BR) .. €500-€ 800/week. SEE SPECIAL OFFER
Il Pino ...... 2 (1BR) .. €400-€ 700/week. SEE SPECIAL OFFER
Il Cedro ..... 2+2 (1BR) .. €500-€ 850/week. SEE SPECIAL OFFER
All Apartments Nightly .. €40-€60/night per person (minimum 2 nights).
SPECIAL OFFER- : 2 free days for every week (7 nights) booked.
In other words you stay for 7 nights, but only pay for 5 nights.
Applies to bookings in 2009 for 2010.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View of pool and house from the South - Castiglione del Lago, Umbria, Italy - Holiday Rental in the Perugia Area!
- A View of Lake Chiusi from Podere Fontegallo - Castiglione del Lago, Umbria, Italy - Holiday Rental in the Perugia Area!
- View to the North towards lake Trasimeno - Castiglione del Lago, Umbria, Italy - Holiday Rental in the Perugia Area!
- Il Cipresso - Kitchen/diningroom
- Il Cipresso sitting room
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