Villa Santa Cristina with Private Pool - Villa Rental Todi, Umbria, Italy
Location: Todi, Umbria, Italy, Europe (Todi 12 km; near Assisi,Orvieto,Perugia; Rome Airport 2 hrs)
Accommodations: Private Villa, 6 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 5 Baths (Sleeps 10-13)
$1,000 US DISCOUNT if booked prior to December 1, 2009!!!
SANTA CRISTINA is a refined country villa near Todi with a small tower and stone cottage located at 500 meters with unforgetable views of Todi, the mountains, and the Tiber Valley. The villa is all stone, well-furnished, and equipped with all appliances, cookware, tableware, and linens.
Private, gated, and fenced property of 18 acres with olive groves, woods, manicured lawns, tended gardens, fields, and a vineyard. Wide patios lead to the pool with panoramic views to Todi and the Umbrian countryside. Newly restored with exposed ceiling beams, handmade terracotta floors, spacious rooms, all with a view.
GROUND FLOOR: Large designer kitchen with fireplace, Large dining room; Spacious living room with fireplace, entertainment area, and card table area; Full bathroom with large shower, Laundry room, Portico and patio areas for sitting and dining 'al fresco.'
UPPER FLOOR: three queen bedrooms, one bedroom with two twin beds, two full bathrooms (one with bath tub and shower over tub, one with large shower), Spacious hallway.
MANSARDA: one queen bedroom suite with full bathroom and large shower.
STONE COTTAGE: Fireplace, Pellet-burning stove, Kitchenette, Couch, One queen bed, One day bed, Full bathroom with large shower.
*The villa can be rented with or without the stone cottage.
*The stone cottage cannot be rented separately.
LOCATION: *The villa is ideally situated for visiting Umbria and Southern Tuscany: Todi, Orvieto, Perugia, Assisi, Spello, Trevi, Gubbio, Spoleto, Deruta, Montefalco, Amelia, Bevagna, Norcia, Lake Trasimeno, Lake Bolsena; Montepulciano, Pienza, Cortona, Montalcino.
*The villa is located near the E-45 Superstrada to all Umbrian destinations, and the A-1 Autostrada del Sole to Rome (1.5 hours) and Florence (2.5 hours).
* 2 km. to Izzalini with bakery and bar, antique and furniture shops
*6 km. to Collelungo with grocery
* km. to Ponte Rio with all shops, bank, and gas station
* km. to spa in Melezzole
*12 km. to Todi / 20 min. by car
* km. to Orvieto / 45 min. by car
*1 hour to Perugia
*1 hour to Assisi
*1.5 hours to Rome
*2 hours to Rome Airport (Fiumicino)
*2.5 hours to Florence
ARRIVALS: Saturdays 4-6 p.m.
DEPARTURES: Saturdays before 9:30 a.m.
NOTEBOOKS complete with information:
*Journeys throughout Umbria and southern Tuscany
*Recommended itineraries
*Restaurants
*Shops
*Weekly outdoor markets
*Festivals
*Wineries
*Museums
*Menu for delicious catered meals
*Appliance instructions
COMPLIMENTARY: *wine and *extra virgin oilve oil upon arrival, both products from the estate, as well as *fresh vegetables and *herbs from the estate gardens. *Additional extra virgin olive oil for sale.
BICYCLES: 2 Bicycles, on site, available for rent. 50 euros per week per bike. Please reserve in advance. Payable on arrival in euros in cash.
SECURITY DEPOSIT payable upon arrival in euros in cash:
*One week, villa only: 575 euros
*One week, villa + cottage: 750 euros
*Two or more weeks, villa only: 860 euros
*Two or more weeks, villa + cottage: 1000 euros
RENT:
***$1,000 DISCOUNT if booked prior to December 1, 2009!!!
*US $ RATE GUARANTEED ~ 50% SAVINGS FROM EUROS!
*50% rent required at time of booking
*Balance due 60 days prior to arrival
EXTRA SERVICES payable directly to service provider:
*Delicious catered meals with cook
*Extra house cleaning
*Personal laundry, ironing
*Babysitter
*Driver
*Fabulous tour guide
*Wine tasting in Spello
No Smoking, Please. No Pets. No Candle Burning.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer (2)
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace: Fireplace with insert using pellets (in living room).
- Wood Fireplace: Fireplace in kitchen. Great for cooking!
- Beds
- Queen Bed (5) : 3 queen beds on 1st floor. 1 queen bed on 2nd floor in mansarda. 1 queen bed in stone cottage
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : 2 single beds on 1st floor. Folding bed available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Satellite tv.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: 36 feet x 18 feet
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher
- Catering Available: Delicious catered meals prepared at the villa or brought to the villa already prepared. Extensive menu available.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Portico with al fresco dining, as well as outdoor living area.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Spectacular view of Todi and the Tiber Valley!
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : 1 in kitchen. 1 in living room. 1 in 1st floor bedroom.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- WI-FI, Fireplaces (Living Room, Kitchen, Cottage), Fireplace w/insert (lr), Pellet-burning stove (cottage), Phones, Bose Radio/CD Player, Gourmet Kitchen, Whirlpool Dishwasher, Miele Refrigerator-Freezer, Ocean Refrigerator-Freezer, 5 Burner Smeg Stove w/ Electric Convection/Conventional Oven, Pool Towels Provided, Rex Washer, Whirlpool Washer & Dryer, Hair Dryers, Orthopedic Beds & Pillows, Heated Towel Racks in All Bathrooms (when Heat is on), Country Antiques, Private Pool (12 M X 6 M =36'X18'), Outdoor Shower at Poolside, Weber Charcoal Grill (BBQ), Catered Meals, Vegetable Garden for Guests' Use, Complimentary Estate Wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil upon Arrival, Wide Patios, Portico w/ Dining Tables for 12 and 6, Outdoor Couch, Club Chairs, Coffee Table, Garden and Pool Furniture (Beach Loungers from Rimini!), Gated & Fenced Property, Screens on Doors and Windows, Ceiling Fan in Master Bedroom, Portable Fans, Informational Notebooks, 2 Bicycles for rent; No Smoking/Pets/Candles
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Candle burning not allowed.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Archery, Wineries, Weekly Outdoor Markets, Festivals, ***2 BICYCLES, on site, available for rent, 50 euros per week per bike. Please reserve in advance. Payable on arrival in euros in cash.
Rate Details (In US Dollars/$1000 Off)
WEEKLY RENTALS .. VILLA ONLY / VILLA + COTTAGE for 2009
2.28.09 to 3.28.09 ........... $4055 .. $4850 / INCLUDED IN RENT: Mid-week, end-of
Oct. 3-31, 12.19.09 to 1.9.10 $4465 .. $5345 / -week & Final cleanings; Change of
Mar 28-May 23, Sept. 5-Oct. 3 $5070 .. $5850 / linens & towels; Elec. to 300 kw
May 23 to Sept. 05, 2009 ..... $5430 .. $6195 / villa only, Elec to 350 kw villa +
Oct. 31 to Dec. 19, 2009 ..... $3915 .. $4685 / cottage;Cooking gas, Water&Hot H2O
Garden & pool maintenance, Opening villa with greeting & departure.NOT INCLUDED in
RENT: Telephone; Heat; Elec above 300-350kw; Firewood & pellets; Security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Gourmet Kitchen Perfect for Cooking Lessons and Family Dinners! - Todi, Umbria - Umbria Villa
- Comfortable Living Room with Fireplace ~ Villa Rental Todi, Umbria, Italy - Umbria Villa
- Spacious Dining Room to Enjoy Gourmet Dinners! ! ~ Villa Rental Todi, Umbria
- Villa Santa Cristina's Pool with 180 Degree View of Tiber Valley ~ Todi
- Villa Santa Cristina's Entry with Cypresses, Lavender and Rosemary ~ Benvenuti !
- Queen Bedroom with Wrought Iron Queen Bed and Ceiling Fan ~ Todi, Umbria, Italy
- Breathtaking View (from Villa) of Todi Sitting Above the Clouds! ~ Todi, Umbria
- Villa Santa Cristina with Tower ~ Villa Rental Todi, Umbria, Italy
- Villa's Lush Gardens with Lavender, Rosemary and Olive Trees ~ Villa Rental Todi
- Patio and Portico Perfect for Dining 'Al Fresco!' ~ Villa Rental Todi, Umbria
- Villa Santa Cristina's Stone Cottage "La Scuderia" ~ Villa Rental Todi, Umbria
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Dear Grace, Thank you so much for sharing your astounding beautiful villa!!! Your website is beautiful and informative, but there is nothing that could have prepared us for how amazing it actually was. I was literally stunned for the first few days. I wish I had a video tape of the children when we drove up. My three year old screamed, "Oh...my... goodness!" I think that said it all. If even a three year old can appreciate the beauty of her surroundings, you know it has to be perfect. We all very much appreciated all the care and thought that went into every detail of your home. It made it a trip to remember without any worry or fuss. Giuseppina and Elena cooked every single night. After the first two nights, we were all "hooked." And frankly, I can't imagine that we could have had better food at any restaurant. It worked out perfectly. After the children ate, they swam in the pool and the adults enjoyed six perfectly relaxed evenings enjoying the fabulous views. We all had a fabulous time. I just can't stop telling everyone about it. It was a vacation to remember and one I very much hope we can repeat!! Thank you so much again for allowing us to be a part of it. Thank you for providing such a magical place for three generations of my family to be together and share such phenomenal experiences. Bridget, Summit, New Jersey, USA
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Hello Grace and Michael, I wanted to let you know we had the most wonderful time at your beautiful villa - the property was truly stunning. Our family enjoyed it so much we are wondering when we can get back there. We arrived from Santa Margherita which was a great drive down to Todi. With much anticipation we arrived at the villa to be greeted by the magnificent view which is just breathtaking. Greg and I wandered around the garden for about half an hour before we could really speak. It was just so unbelievable! It is always a bit nerve wracking when you have booked somewhere sight unseen, but Santa Cristina exceeded all expectations. We were so comfortable. We all said we felt as if we had lived there. The furnishings and the warmth of the surroundings were just so fabulous. We drank, we ate, we ate and we ate!!! We cooked in that fabulous kitchen which was just wonderful. Giuseppina and Mario were just gorgeous and so helpful. We visited Spello, Orvieto, and our favorite was Montefalco where we had the most beautiful lunch in the piazza. We will treasure our time there, continue to live it all again through our photos and hope that we can make it back sometime soon. I still didn't get to see enough of Todi, so we will have to come back........ All the very best. Thank you again for having us all to stay. Regards, Alison, Greg, Tily and Scarlett Campbell, Australia
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Dear Grace, I am convinced that I now have a lifetime of indebtedness to Rob for the referral to you and your villa Santa Cristina. This has been our fourth trip to Italy, and by far, the most enjoyable. There are not enough adjectives to describe your villa and the view of Todi. We also had near perfect weather. Meeting Stefano Agostini (car rental company and chauffeur service) and his mother and father was an unexpected pleasure and benefit. I received your e-mail referring us to Roberto, Carlo, and their enoteche Properzio in Spello. Fate was on our side when we did meet Roberto. What a show he put on for us with his display of fine wines! That experience and our visit to Orvieto were maybe the highlights of our day trips. Again, many thanks for the use of your villa. It is a vacation we will always treasure! Very best regards, Chuck, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA
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Dear Grace, We had two magical weeks in Todi. Santa Cristina is absolutely a gem, and we loved our time there. The view is incomparable. I have to compliment you on the wonderful decor, all the details, comforts, and the feel which the house itself communicated. Everybody, from family and visiting friends, enjoyed the stay and the loved property. We cannot praise it enough! Obviously it is a much loved house and we felt priviledged that you shared it with us. Last but not least, Signora Giuseppina and her family were wonderful, very helpful and solicitous. Again, we cannot praise them enough. And yes, we would definitely like to go back next year for the same weeks in August. We look forward to it. Grazie e a presto. P.S. Domus Gratia is as beautiful as Santa Cristina, but for our needs the latter is the perfect fit! Francesca, New York City, USA
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Dear Grace, We so enjoyed spending time at Santa Cristina that we hope to purchase a home in Umbria. We have just returned from Todi. Would you mind sharing a little information with me? Thank you for allowing us to spend time in your lovely home. Sidney, Plano, Texas, USA
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Dear Grace and Family, Mille grazie! Oh, we cannot express the joy we experienced while at Santa Cristina! It was as close to heaven as I am sure I will ever experience. As I am sure all of your guests say, we wish we could have stayed on forever!! Your gracious hospitality permeates every feature of the villa. We just could not have enjoyed ourselves more. Our memories will be ensconced in the beauty of the surroundings, the rustic appeal of the villa, the comforts of the furnishings and provisions, the gracious assistance of Mario, Giuseppina, and Elena, and, above all, the warmth and hospitality that you extended to us. Of course, not a day goes by that we don't dwell on the fabulous experiences we enjoyed while at Santa Cristina! It already feels that we have a wonderful connection through your gracious hospitality. We do thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Bella Italia and bella Santa Cristina! Con amore, Carmen & Charles, San Jose, CA
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Dear Grace, In every house where Love abides and Friendship is a guest is surely home and home-sweet-home for there the heart can rest. - Henry Van Dyke Thank you for sharing your home! Marilyn, Connecticut, USA