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Le Terrae Italian Villa Rental

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Location: Orte, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe (Umbria - Northern Lazio Border; < than 1 hour North of Rome)

Accommodations:  Villa, 5 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)

Italian Villa Le Terrae, near the hill town of Orte, is surrounded by the vineyards, oak forests and hazelnut orchards bordering Umbria and Lazio.
Centrally located in the territory of the ancient Etruscans: within half an hour to one hour distance from Rome, Spoleto, Orvieto, Assisi, Perugia, Todi, Viterbo, Civita di Bagnoregio, Tarquinia, Bolsena, and Vico lakes, and just two hours from Florence.

The villa provides a quiet and luxurious respite from busy travel, while remaining well connected to points of interest. Whether you are interested in art cities or medieval hilltowns, in Roman or Etruscan archaeological sites, in the art and gardens of the Renaissance, or in the dramatic and lush volcanic landscapes, hot springs, and lakes of the Tuscia region, you can use Villa Le Terrae as a base for explorations.

Completely private, with no other houses or buildings on its grounds, the villa boasts proud views of the surrounding hillsides and neighboring towns.
Le Terrae is nested high on the side of a declivity, and the view opens down towards system of valleys and creeks. This territory is part of the protected natural environment and watershed of the Tiber Valley, which eventually converges at the Tiber River,about 3 km away. The view is unobstructed, and you can see the lush vegetation and the dramatic tufo walls of the archaeological area of Palazzolo in the foreground.

The sunsets are spectacular, and the vivid reds and oranges sharply contrast with the deep greens of the valley, cutting the profiles of Montefiascone, the Cimino Mountain and Mount Amiata against the bright sky above of the Tyrrhenian Sea, in the distance.

Le Terrae, on three levels, can comfortably accommodate eight to ten people, but can be wonderfully spacious for a couple. Well furnished, entirely floored with terracotta tiles and finished with hand-painted ceramic tiles in kitchen and bathrooms, the villa has all the warmth and comfort to make you feel at home.

Smooth curving walls and ample windows give the home an open feel.
The kitchen, on the ground floor, is decorated with hand painted tiles and is complete with a chestnut table for dining. The large windows and glass doors in the kitchen open to the campagna and allow one to enjoy the beautiful setting from inside. After the pasta is made and strained, or the pizza cooked in the outdoor wood oven, a meal can be enjoyed under the gorgeous canopy of the three hundred year old oak tree that stands tall next to the villa.

The bedrooms are each tastefully furnished with antique wood closets and beautiful wrought iron bed frames. There is a unique charm to every one of the rooms. For that matter, the villa itself is of a special charm. Designed by the architect Alberto Rulli, it encompasses both comfort and Italian refinement. The place exudes a special aura of natural balance and well-being.

A spectacular round staircase in the heart of the villa features a spiraling wrought iron handrail, painted in a very Mediterranean shade of blue. Windows on the staircase allow light to flood the steps and play geometric games on the cool terra-cotta floor.

The second floor living area complete with fireplace, couches, stereo system, and abundant lighting provides the space to socialize or to just wind down and relax. Villa Le Terrae is unique in that it has large living spaces and yet it also has many cozy niches perfect for those wanting some individual time.
After a full day of excursions, experience, the quiet of one of the covered terraces, enjoying the pleasant breeze that rises from the valley while sipping a glass of good wine. Perhaps on occasion, taking in distant sounds of a festa or fireworks in one of the nearby hilltowns.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
  • Wood Fireplace (2)
• Beds
  • King Bed (3)
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
  • Crib: upon request
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Catering Available
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Included: Weekly cleaning and change of linens and towels on Saturdays; Final cleaning; Electricity; Wireless Internet Connection. Not Included: Eventual outgoing phone calls and central heating, which are paid depending on actual usage. Cook services and arrival dinner may be arranged and paid separately.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Less than one hour from Rome, two from Florence, Several small hill towns (stores, post offices, restaurants) in a range of 1 to few miles - Four of the most renown Italian Renaissance Gardens within a radius of 15 miles - Rail station on the main Rome-Florence route, 6, 8 miles - Autostrada, 2 miles - Thermal Olympic- size pool, 5 miles

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Apr-Oct ............... US $2400/week (up to 8 people)
Nov-Mar ............... US $1650/week (up to 8 people)
Christmas - New Year - Easter ...US $2400/week (up to 8 people)
15% Off Summer '09 Special: US $2040/week

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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