Castello Gubbio - Fifteen Bedroom Castle, Sleeps 30

For those in search of an enchanting castle retreat, Castello Gubbio is the perfect choice.

It was built in the middle ages to defend the town of Gubbio against Perugia. The castle has retained its defensive character from the outside, but four years of intensive renovation have turned the interior into an extremely welcoming and comfortable house.

The castle is surrounded by a park with century old trees, large lawns and a beautiful pool which looks out over the hilly 1400 acre estate.  The estate is signposted with beautiful walks, and in the appropriate season guests can even go truffle hunting with local experts. The owners of the estate are descendants of the family of Napoleon Bonaparte and the castle has been in their family since 1830.

Features:

1) 5 bedrooms (10 guest-rate)
2) 7 bedrooms (14 guest-rate)
3) 9 bedrooms (18 guest-rate)
4) 11 bedrooms (22 guest-rate)
5) 13 bedrooms (26 guest-rate)
6) 15 bedrooms (30 guest-rate)

Castle Interior

- Living room
- Dining room
- Well-equipped kitchen
- Attic with a living room with a kitchenette
- Two guest toilets
-  Castle: Seven double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms comprehensive of two suites, each with en suite bathrooms
- Guest House: Eight double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, comprehensive of two suites linked together and with jacuzzi bath. 

Please note the professional kitchen is for the use of staff and a professional chef only and guests do not have access.

The bedrooms are split between the main castle and the guest quarters, accessed by crossing the courtyard or via a secret passageway

Outside Grounds

- Swimming pool (7m x 14m) with locker room and showers, open approximately May to October
- Garden
- Pool house with bathroom with shower
- Sun loungers and parasols
- Al-fresco dining
- Boules court
- Parking

Facilities 

- Wi-Fi
- TV
- DVD/CD player
- Fans (bedrooms)
- Billiard table
- Mountain bikes
- Table football 
- Piano
- Washing machine and dryer

Location:

Castello Gubbio is situated on a promontory in Umbria, the region called "the green heart of Italy", in the territory of Gubbio, surrounded by a large loop of the Chiascio river. It overlooks the Cucco Mount, which has summer sports (trekking and delta plane) and winter sports (skiing) available.

Immerged in an uncontaminated landscape, bordered by woods, grasslands and waters, the history of Castello Gubbio dates back to the middle ages, when it was the heart of the defence of the Commune of Gubbio against Perugia.

The local village can be reached in 8 minutes by car. Gems such as Gubbio, Perugia, Assisi, Cortona, Spoleto and Todi are all within easy reach.

- Carbonesca 3km
- Gubbio 19km
- Nocera Umbra (Truffle country) 33km
- Assisi 40km
- Umbertide 48km
- Perugia 50km
- Città di Castello 65km
- Todi 70km
- Lake Trasimene 72km
- Spoleto 80km
- Florence 180km
- Rome City 220km.

History

In 1391 Melchiorre Montaiti, Lord Magrano, undertook to go against the Noble Antonio da Montefeltro, Lord of Urbino and Gubbio. Magrano was then severely assaulted with the destruction of its mill (which was built again and still exists today) but the soldiers of the Montefeltro family failed to take over the castle.
In 1431 Magrano moved under the jurisdiction of the Dukes of Montefeltro.

Federico da Montefeltro (1422-1482) turned it into his favourite hunting residence. It is said that the Duke was active in the hunting of the fallow deer and wild boars that still populate the residence today. This hunting was always finished with a banquet during which guests appreciated the most precious fruits of this land, particularly the truffle.

In 1600, the ownership of the castle went to the noble family of the Carpegna, a family of bishops, cardinals and Priori of various cities in Umbria and Lazio.
In 1830, Magrano became the property of the family that still today owns it. More specifically, it went to the Princess Giulia Bonaparte, daughter of two first cousins, Zenaide and Carlo Luciano Bonaparte Prince of Canino, who were both nephews of Napoleon.

It is in this charming corner of nature, in this place so full of tradition and history, that guests can spend some nice days of relaxation and entertainment.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€500 to be paid prior to arrival.

Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.

Departure time?
10.00 a.m.

Linen & towels included?
Yes (changed mid-week for stays of 7 nights).

Pets welcome?
On request only and with prior agreement with the owner.

End of stay cleaning included?
Yes and daily maid service (Monday to Friday, 4 hrs per day, excluding kitchen unless catering services are used). Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.

Heating costs included?
2022: Extra €200 per night for the Main Castle only, extra €250 for the Main Castle and Guest Quarters, payable locally.

2023: Extra €350 for the whole structure, €250 for the Main Castle only.

Internet access?
Wi-Fi internet access included.

Changeover day?
Flexible.

Minimum stay?
3 nights. All other durations on request.

Tax?
Italian Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs approximately between €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).

Pool opening dates?
The pool is open approximately May to October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.

Other Ts and Cs?
Please note that two of the suites are connected together by a door. This connecting suites can be used as a single room, so having 14 bedrooms instead of 15.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed