Location: Spoleto, Umbria, Italy, Europe (2 hours from Rome & Ancona airports, 45 minutes from Perugia) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3-5)
Keywords: Apartment
Enhancing the simplicity of this 16th century farmhouse with contemporary architectural innovation has created a spacious and light filled apartment that is informal yet refined with an emphasis on comfort, warmth and peacefulness.
This architect's house is dramatically sited between expansive olive groves and forest at an elevation of 1900 feet (600 meters). It has a spectacular view of the Umbrian Valley and overlooks the thousand year old castle of Campello Alto. Easily accessible by car.
Combining all the authenticity of its history with a sense of contemporary design, the apartment also has all the modern conveniences one wants, including under-floor heating throughout and a beautiful, private terrace.
This is the perfect spot to unwind and relax, appealing to those that enjoy the peace and quiet of living on a mountainside, lots of sun while overlooking olive groves during the day along with gentle breezes in the evening. While the location is incredibly private, shopping and restaurants are a mere 15 minutes away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Cell Phone
- Broadband Internet : DSL
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Private Parking Area, Wood-burning Stove, Washing Machine, Cell Phone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : The apartment is on one level with the exception of the three steps down into the bedrooms and two shallow steps to the kitchen.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : The apartment is on one level with the exception of the three steps down into the bedrooms and two shallow steps to the kitchen.
- Activities
- Shopping
- Biking
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euro)
November - February 2012: 525/week
March/April: 625/week
May/June: 640/week
July/August: 700/week
Septembre/October 675/week
Monthly rates - €1800-€2400
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- view of private terrace and archway leading to the kitchen - Spoleto/Campello, Perugia, Umbria, Italy Holiday Accommodation
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- partial view of living/dining room - Spoleto/Campello, Perugia, Umbria, Italy Holiday Accommodation
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- view from living room door out to the terrace and spectacular view of the valley - Spoleto/Campello, Perugia, Umbria, Italy Holiday Accommodation
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- Double bedroom with view to the olive grove below
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- kitchen with arched door to the terrace and olive groves below
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- archway into kitchen from terrace
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- Entrance to Rocciaviva apartment
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- single bedroom with its own terrace
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- view during the day at Campello Alto below
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- night view of Campello Alto below
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- surrounding area
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- Rocciaviva property from above
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- panorama
Traveler Reviews (7)
The Best of Italy!
Guest: Minnesota Travelers
(Rosemount, MN USA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 12/28/11
We traveled to Italy for the first time to celebrate my mother's eighty-fifth birthday. We were excited to actually see "our home" in Umbria after finding it on VRBO. It exceeded our expectations! What a beautiful home in a beautiful place! We arrived to find not only a welcome gift of olive oil, but a birthday gift and card for my mom. Roccia Viva is very well appointed, comfortable, and a perfect place for day trips to so many beautiful Italian hill towns. The kitchen is wonderful for making meals at home and we spent many glorious hours on the patio. But, the very best thing about Roccia Viva is Karen. She quickly and thoroughly answered all of our questions that we asked before our trip. She was unbelievably helpful to my mom who was having back problems while we were there. She shared her knowledge, her resources and even her personal back braces! Karen made us feel more like friends or family than renters. We can't recommend Roccia Viva highly enough and hope someday to return and stay there.
Owner response:There are some guests who are so curious and open minded that you can't help but want to give them the best you have to offer. I am delighted that they enjoyed their stay and hope to continue to live up the standards they wrote about! Thank you.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.
Dreamy Romantic Getaway
Guest: Heather
(Boise, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 09/24/11
Review Submitted: 10/22/11
I was thrilled to find this home when planning our trip to Umbria. I dreamed of it for months. We were not disappointed, in fact this retreat was so much better than we could have ever dreamed. The solitude, peace, and beauty that surrounds this little stone house on the hillside was just what we needed. 1 week was not enough, we left wanting more! It was definitely the highlight of our 2.5 week trip to Italy, and I dream of coming back. We got used to climbing up the steep narrow hillside in our rental car, and looked forward everyday to returning to "our house" to enjoy the terrace, and the food and wine we had discovered that day. There are so many wonderful hilltowns nearby, and we enjoyed going out and exploring. I would have loved another week to just completely relax and enjoy the house, terrace, and nearby village. Karen was a wonderful hostess, answering lots of questions in the months leading up to our trip, and was very helpful during our stay as well. We have told everyone about our little house in the Umbrian hills, and look forward to returning!
Owner response:We are always happy when our guests are satisfied with what they find upon arrival and even more thrilled when they say that the photos don't do the property justice. It's good to know that people consider our place "their place", we know then that they are feeling at home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.
Sophisticated Hideaway, Beguiling Umbrian Landscape...
Guest: NYC Traveller
(NY NY)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
...unfolds from the patio of this tastefully restored hillside chalet. We enjoyed the unique secluded spot while striking out to most all of Umbria within a short drive. Assisi, Perugia, Orvieto all delight, but some smaller gems like Montefalco and Spoleto are worth the short trip. Gubbio is a little further but if you want exhiliaration there's a funicula with a wonderful view, if you can open your eyes. The roads are all fine and well-maintained. The atmosphere warm and welcoming. Meats, cheeses, of course, exquisite; don't overlook local beers, some brewed by your restauranteur. Enchanting scenery, hospitality, comfort. A 5-star experience. Thanks!
Owner response:We are always happy when our guests are satisfied with what they find upon arrival and even more thrilled when they say that the photos don't do the property justice. It's good to know that people consider our place "their place", we know then that they are feeling at home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Excellent location and accommodation
Guest: Kate
(Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 11/15/10
We spent 2 weeks here in June 2010 and it surpassed our expectations. The photos do not do it justice, The accommodation itself was very tastefully furnished and well equipped and was full of the owners art work. It is comfortable both inside and out on the terraces. The views down the valley were wonderful, changing with the light and then leading to twinkling lights at night. There was full privacy, even with the owners living above us, It was a good location for sightseeing: Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto and Orvieto are all within driving distance. It was also a good spot for wine tasting and purchasing from the vinyards in Montefalco and surroundings. The only thing you need to know about is the 'white knuckle' drive up to it. You just hoped there was no car coming the other way! We have recommended this property to all our friends who seek the same type of holiday.
Owner response:This is an honest review regarding the drive up but it is also fair to say that many people who come here find it quite normal after the first or second time. I would add that it's a small price to pay for the peace and solitude of the place. (It probably also depends on the kind of terrain one is used to.) There is a relatively fluid attitude of all drivers on the road up and somehow the meeting of two cars is most often negotiated with ease. Normally the people who know the road well, back up and pull off in the designated areas.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
best July ever
Guest: hollyhurl
(Carbondale, IL, US)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 11/12/10
I think it says all that I need to say that both my husband and I have pictures taken from the house's fantastic patio as our screensavers, and both of us wish we were there now! It is simply a fantastic location, especially if you are looking to 'get away from it all' and don't object to a challenging drive up the side of a mountain. Trust me, it's worth it! Karen and Martin are excellent hosts - the right balance of helpful but not too intrusive, with all sorts of suggestions for things to do, eat and drink. The house was always clean and very well maintained, and its advertising more than accurate. We were there for 5 glorious weeks, and never ran out of things to do, as Umbria is full of activities, indoor and out, or grew tired of watching the sun set. It is the most relaxed I have been for YEARS. I can't recommend this experience highly enough.
Owner response:We enjoy when people come to our properties to both work and play. It is especially satisfying to feel that the place itself allows for a degree of relaxation that may inspire one's creativity. I must admit that it is also a pleasure to have people here for an extended stay and who treat the property with the care and respect that we have tried to create in it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Perfect Retreat!
Guest: Ed & Deborah
(St Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10
Review Submitted: 11/05/10
This is our second visit to this beautiful mountain retreat! Living in the property for 10 days we felt like we were at home. The home has all of the amenities that you need for comfort, relaxation and cooking wonderful meals with the fresh produce, meats and pastas from the local stores. Laying in bed at night with a view of the old castle lighted up in the night sky is truly magical. Karen & Martin are the perfect property owners who are always attentive to your needs. We were welcomed with a wonderful bottle of wine in celebration of our 40th Wedding Anniversary. There are so many towns, churchs, museums and restaurants to visit. Your biggest decision of the day is whether to sightsee or just sit on the beautiful private terrace with a bottle of wine relaxing and enjoying the spectacular views. Thank you for another memorable visit. We look forward to seeing you again.
Owner response:This seems like an open minded and honest review of our property and I am very happy that the guest found that our help was of benefit to them. We try to put lots of information in our welcome notes but there is nothing like personal contact. Our guest book is filled with remarks that have to do the desire to stay longer in our place and I hope that bides well for the future. We have had several writers that enjoyed the place so much and found it to be perfect for their working process.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing, people with disabilities.
Umbria At Its Best
Guest: reepa
(ct., USA)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 07/07/10
The listing is exactly as described by the owners. A beautiful home, well-supplied and very well maintained. CDs, travel books, suggestions for places to visit and restaurants were all very helpful. We stayed for a week and wish we had stayed longer. To our surprise, preparing meals with produce from the local stores, including the best-ever pasta and prosciutto, added to the pleasure of our vacation. The owners made themselves available for helping us and that was much appreciated. We have already told friends about this place as one of the best we've ever stayed at. As to local activities: all of Umbria is at your door-step and even a day trip to Rome is do-able.
Owner response:We are always delighted when people enjoy our properties enough to return and/or tell their friends. We also appreciate when our guests let us know that they are celebrating a special occasion so that we can do a little something extra for them. In this case, it was a pleasure to have these special returning guests celebrating a double anniversary!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
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