Colcello ('Colle Cielo' - 'the Hill in the Sky.')

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Pool,olive terraces and St.Francis's old road.

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Citta di Castello chateau / country house description

Colcello is a 3-story country house in a stunning hilltop location with breath-taking 360-degree views.
It has a large kitchen/dining-room opening onto a dining terrace with vine-covered pergola. The fully equipped kitchen has a dishwasher,an island prep unit, and a separate laundry room.
On the second floor is a comfortable lounge opening onto a covered loggia, perfect for before-dinner drinks or shaded reading. Also on this floor is one double en-suite bedroom, plus one double bedroom with bathroom, plus a small lounge with quality sofa-bed. A spiral staircase leads up to a large third floor bedroom with half-bath, four single beds and a Juliet balcony.

There is a swimming pool, BBQ, 15 acres of woodland and olive terraces, and the best fig-tree in Umbria! The property has a private drive, electric gates and ample parking. It is a short 5-minute drive to a local riverside bar/restaurant, and twenty minutes to the local town, for farmer's market and supermarkets.
Your friendly on-site owner is available if needed, unobtrusive if not.

Property Type

Chateau / Country House

3 story

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Onsite Services

Housekeeper Optional

Suitability

Minimum Age Limit For Renters:
Primary renter(s) must be adult(s) over age 21, and take full responsibility for any and all younger guests....more less
Limited Accessibility:
Ground floor accessible with one step up. Use of owner's ground-floor apartment can be arranged if needed....more less

Children Welcome:
Guests responsible for supervision at all times....more less
Long-Term Renters Welcome

Non Smoking Only

Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8

Bedroom 1: 1 king
With en-suite including bath....more less
Bedroom 2: 1 queen
adjacent bathroom...more less
Bedroom 3: 1 sleep sofa /futon
Quality sofa-bed, adjacent bathroom....more less
Bedroom 4: 4 twin/ single
With half-bath....more less

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Bathroom 1: toilet, combination tub/shower, bidet
En-suite....more less
Bathroom 2: toilet, shower
Adjacent to bedrooms 2 & 3....more less
Bathroom 3: toilet
Accessible only from bedroom 4....more less

Kitchen & Dining

Dishes & Utensils:
Large selection of serving dishes, crockery and glassware ....more less
Kitchen:
Large well-quipped kitchen/well-furnished dining-room....more less
Coffee Maker:
Drip coffee-machine and stove-top espresso-maker....more less
Oven:
Electric....more less

Stove:
Gas....more less
Dining Area Seats:
6...more less
Dishwasher
Microwave

Dining
Toaster
Refrigerator

Amenities

Heating:
Central heating, radiators in all rooms, attractive flame-effect electric stoves in both second-floor sitting rooms....more less
Living Room seats 6:
2nd floor, 2 sofas, 2 armchairs, coffee table, bookshelves, TV/DVD player....more less
Wood Stove:
One large wood stove in dining area. ...more less

Parking:
Alongside the house....more less
Clothes Dryer
Towels Provided

Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided

Other Amenities

Mid-week linen-change/house-cleaning available if required (small additional charge for this service). ...more less

Entertainment

Games:
Board games, playing cards....more less
Stereo:
Bose CD player...more less
Books

DVD Player
Satellite / Cable
Television

Music Library
CD Player

Communications

Internet

Telephone

Pool & Spa

Private Pool

Outdoor Features

Lanai / Gazebo:
Vine-covered gazebo off main kitchen....more less
Outdoor Grill:
Charcoal-burning BBQ and gas BBQ....more less

Lawn / Garden:
Large lawn/play area....more less
Deck / Patio

Balcony

Theme

Budget
Tourist Attractions

Historic
Family

Away From It All

Location & View

Rural

Mountain View

Activities

Groceries
Massage Therapist
Medical Services
Wildlife Viewing
Antiquing
ATM/Bank
Fitness Center
Swimming
Mountain Biking

Hiking
Cycling
Freshwater Fishing
Tennis
Sight Seeing
Health/Beauty Spa
Cinemas
Live Theater
Library

Recreation Center
Restaurants
Museums
Scenic Drives
Walking
Shopping
Winery Tours
Churches
Bird Watching

Other Activities

Città di Castello is a small, very ancient walled town on the banks of the Upper River Tiber. Cafès and restaurants enliven the little streets and the central piazza. Visitors can enjoy the evening after-dinner passegiata - the traditional socializing stroll around the town. Live music in the piazza is a common event on summer evenings, and a weekly farmers' market is also a busy social occasion. A smaller antiques market is held most week-ends. A recreation center with indoor and outdoor swimming pools is on the outskirts of the town. Tennis, thermal spa, health and beauty treatments are also available nearby, in the spacious grounds of a resort hotel. The property's location provides easy access to both Tuscany and Umbria, and the many famous picturesque hill-towns of both regions. It is an easy drive to Arezzo, which is on the main rail-line between Florence and Rome, making it possible to enjoy a car-free visit to both those historic cities. Arezzo itself is an ancient and cosmopolitan city, famous for its gold jewelry, its monthly international antiques street fair, and renowned frescoes in the Church of San Francesco. A pleasant 'day on the beach' is at the easily accessable Passignano, on the north shore of Lago Trasimeno, west of Perugia. Ferries cross the lake to little islands, and to Castiglione del Lago, a ruined castle on a promontory south-west of Passignano. Further south-west is Chiusi Scalo, with a national Etruscan museum and a chance to visit frescoed Etruscan tombs. Your route to Assisi passes the cathedral of Santa Maria degli Angeli. This cathedral houses the restored original church built by St Francis of Assis, a tiny gem, a shrine for pilgrims, and a complete contrast to the magnificence of the huge cathedral itself. In the mountains north of Città di Castello is La Verna, a beautiful working monastery where Francis and his followers would go in retreat. You can see the slab of rock which was his bed, and the chapel marking the spot where he received the stigmata on his hands. Modern pilgrims follow his route, which passes right by Colcello itself. Near La Verna is Caprese Michelangelo, the birthplace of Michelangelo. You can visit the room in which he was born, and the tiny chapel of his baptism. After sight-seeing Colcello offers a beautiful and welcoming place to relax, swim in the pool, read, eat and drink, maybe go to town for a cocktail and dinner. Benvenuti! ...more less

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A Gorgeous "Hill in the Sky"
A Gorgeous "Hill in the Sky"
- Guest Michele M. (Felton, Santa Cruz County)
- Date of stay 09/24/13
- Review Submitted 10/11/13
Fall was a fabulous time to be at Colcello. We picked loads of figs from the enormous old tree and plucked grapes from the arbor for dessert as we dined on the terrace with sweeping views of the valley. The house was well equipped and most comfortable, and the owner was charming, friendly, and a source of great information about the area. We would definitely recommend a stay here for a rural Italian experience close to lots of wonderful medieval cities.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children.

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Umbrian idyllic choice
Umbrian idyllic choice
- Guest JJ (England)
- Date of stay 08/19/13
- Review Submitted 09/29/13
This property is the ultimate get away.After a few days there the layers of stress just peel away.The view from the front of the house defies belief …you really do feel that you are "On top of the world!".At night the lack of light pollution gives you an incredible view of the night sky and ample opportunity to see shooting stars. The house itself is spotlessly clean and full of rustic charm.The swimming pool also offers complete privacy and spectacular views.When we went it was fun to go and pick figs for breakfast whilst overlooking the heavily laden olive trees. The owner is so friendly and so helpful when needed.Florence is an easy trip away and the owner also gave such useful advice to enable us to visit pretty hill towns locally as well as really interesting trips to places like Arezzo,Urbino,Gubbio,Orvieto,and circular tours around Lake Maggiaro. We were also lucky enough to receive cookery lessons whilst we were there also arranged by the owner. We really thought that this property was great and could heartily recommend it.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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Paradise
Paradise
- Guest Badger (UK)
- Date of stay 07/31/13
- Review Submitted 08/28/13
We stayed for two weeks,and they were two of the best weeks of our lives. We looked out across the olive terraces as we swam in the pool. We walked in the shade of the forested area, and in the garden. We sat on the terrace in the evenings staring out at the views. The local town had everything we needed, and a large market in the historical centre.The bar/restaurant just down the road by the river was really Italian. Florence is only about an hours train ride away, after an approx. 25 minute drive to Arezzo. It was an easy day trip. The house is large and comfortable with all the facilities we could ever ask for. The owner was great but respected our privacy. We will definitely be back !

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners.

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Rates

   2014                    2-4 guests/week       5-8 guests/week
    May 3 - May 31         Euro 650              Euro 850                   
    May 31- June 28             850                   1050
    June 28 - July 26          1100                   1250
    July 26 - Aug 30           1300                   1450
    Aug 30 - Sept 27            850                   1050
A 3-nights minimum possible,if available.  Week-day arr./dep? Euro70 supplement.

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Location

Nearest Airport: Florence (also Rome, Perugia, Bologna, Ancona) at 100 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Città di Castello(local 5Km) or Arezzo(main line) at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: E45 (local 5Km) or A1 Florence-Rome. at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: Passignano, at Lago Trasimeno at 70 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub: Sasso (very local) at 5 Kilometres
Nearest Golf: Lerchi at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant: Città di Castello at 10 Kilometres

Owner info

Year Purchased: 1988

About the owner: Hello! My name is Ann, I speak English and Italian. I am easy-going, sociable, and very happy to welcome guests to this beautiful house in Italy. The Italian neighbours in the valley below Colcello, who are my very good friends of many years, have taught me to speak their 'Castellani' version of Italian, how to make pasta, and many other very useful things! Colcello is an old house, dating back to 1675, and it was home to many generations of Italian farmers and peasants. Part of the ground floor is my private apartment, so I am easily accessible to help with any information you may need, without encroaching on your privacy.

Why the Owner Chose Citta di Castello:
Italy is a popular vacation destination for guests from many parts of the world. The warmth and friendliness of the people, the food, the history, the art, the climate, the traditions, all play a part in making this a wonderfully diverse place. This area of Umbria was once occupied by Roman soldiers, and pieces of old Roman roof tiles are sometimes turned up when the olive terraces are plowed. Old Medici palaces in the nearby town are still in use as museums, galleries - and local council offices! There is easy access to many other fascinating places in Umbria and Tuscany.

The Unique Benefits at this Chateau / Country House:
*stunning views across hills and valleys *full of character *spacious, comfortable accommodation *swimming pool *very well equipped kitchen *lots of parking space