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Casa Verde is a charming, rural, private, independent country house nestled high in the chestnut forests on the Tuscan/Umbrian border. The old stone construction and exposed beam ceilings afford the charm of yesteryear in this beautifully restored, two-story, two to three bedroom, non-smoking home.
The furnishings include antiques and wonderful reproductions. Other furnishings are tasteful and appropriate to the simple elegance of an Italian farmhouse. The kitchen contains a modern stainless gas stove/oven, a top of the line refrigerator and yet another wood-burning oven for pizzas and breads. You will also find all the tools necessary for you to prepare your own Tuscan cuisine.
The home features all the modern conveniences, including a washing machine and central heating. This home is perfect for two couples, or a family of four or five. In a pinch it can sleep six (there is a small Sunroom/Library/Third bedroom [six and a half feet by ten feet] overlooking the pool that has a sofa which folds down on the sides to serve as a single bed -- and there is a sofa (not sofa bed) in living room which does not fold down). But six is not recommended.
The house itself is approximately 1500 square feet. Outside and attached to the main living area, a classic pergola of burnished wood construction offers shade and comfort for a relaxing breakfast while you plan your daily activities, or take a quiet afternoon nap as you escape the wondrous Italian sunshine.
Better yet, sip a glass of limoncello in the night air before bed. There are also a number of outdoor seating and lounging areas spread across the property, vineyard, grove and pool area, including a hammock -- all for your private enjoyment.
Nearby are friendly Italian neighbors and working farms, allowing you to enjoy the sights and sounds of rural Italy. You will be amazed at the incredible flavor of the chestnut honey produced on the adjacent farm, and the wonderful herbs, fruit and nuts (grapes [white and red], cherries, pears, apricots, apples, figs, plums, persimmon, almond, chestnut, hazelnut, rosemary, thyme and sage) growing on your own one acre property.
Don't be surprised if you spot roosters, ducks, geese, guinea hens and bee hives on the closest neighbor's property. They have the most wonderful produce, which they may even be willing to sell to you. Imagine, fresh eggs and chestnut infused honey delivered to your door for your morning breakfast!
Take hikes in the pristine countryside along a beautiful mountain stream to a renovated mill, or up Mount Civitella to find a view of the entire province. Visit perfect hill towns nearby such as Citerna, Anghiari and Monte Santa Maria Tiberina.
You are only eight kilometers minutes from Monterchi, the Tuscan town famous for Piero della Francescas Madonna del Parto, and an important stop on the Piero della Francesco trail. Listed by Thames & Hudson's "The Most Beautiful Villages in Tuscany," it is truly a gem and has a number of nice stores and restaurants. And the closest town of all (and most picturesque, we think) is Lippiano (just three and a half kilometers away) which boasts perfect Italian architecture, a sweet piazza and an imposing castle.
Also nearby (30 minutes) is Caprese Michelangelo, birthplace of the world's most renowned artist. Visit his home and the church where he was baptized (which are both open to the public). Also within 15 minutes from your door is Sansepolcro and Citta di Castello (home of the gorgeous actress Monica Bellucci). Just 25 minutes away is Arezzo, the county seat, where "Life is Beautiful" was filmed and home of the largest antique market in the country (the first weekend of every month.)
Sample the olive oil, the local vintages, and visit some of the outstanding restaurants and museums located in the nearby hill towns. Oh yes, and did we mention the incredible views? Pool? It is 12 x 20 feet. Quite large by Italian standards.
Casa Verde - Sleeps five to six, maximum but six is not recommended
Second Floor: There are two beautiful bedrooms on this floor ( both queen beds- cannot be made into twins) and one bathroom with shower, commode, washing machine and bidet. The bedrooms and the bathroom have exquisite views.
First Floor: The first floor is done with an open floor plan, so that the kitchen, dining area and living area all have views of the fireplace. There is also a very bright but small (six and one-half feet by ten feet) private den with vaulted 20 foot ceilings (which can become a private single bedroom with a sofa that folds down on the sides to make a single bed).
The den has beautiful views of the pool and countryside. A second bathroom with shower rounds out the first floor. This bathroom can be accessed from the outside (but not from the inside) for convenience to the pool.
The dining room table can be expanded to seat as many as six people and the living area has a reclining chair, TV, satellite dish, VCR and sofa (not sofa bed ) that can sleeps one person in a pinch. Did we mention the fireplace in the living room?
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Location, Location, Location
From Casa Verde, you are only 15 kilometers minutes from the provincial city of Citta di Castello (population 30,000). Take a break at one of the open-air cafes that grace the piazza, and you will have the pleasure of people watching as you participate in a centuries old Italian tradition. For recreation, beautiful hiking trails abound in your own backyard. Golf, horseback riding and tennis are also within 10-12 kilometers of your home. It doesn't get any better than this!
Touring Ideas In The Area of The Villa
Anghiari/Sansepolcro/Citta di Castello - 15 minutes
Arezzo - 25 minutes
Cortona - 45 minutes
Umbertide - 25 minutes
Gubbio - 45 minutes
Assisi - 1 hour
Florence - 1.25 hours
Siena - 1.5 hours;
all within easy reach for a day trip! |
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