An amazing break from reality. Paciano took us back to the early 1300's, a time we couldn't even visualize before seeing and experiencing it and the lifestyle it represents. A small village within the walls providing most everything you need...bar (American translation is all-day cafe and convenience store), post office, restaurant, butcher and recently added parking lot for your rental car.

The apartment is quiet minus the old world sounds of pigeons chattering and a bell tower that rings every half hour that I found myself missing after our departure.

Modern comforts of American living with fully equipped kitchen, open feel within living spaces, private bedroom with king bed, abundant closet space (even a place to put my yoga mat). Loved the bathroom with VERY large shower w/ great water pressure. Good wifi for all the research you'll want to do for your day trips from Paciano.

One of my favorite things was the access to outdoor breezes and sounds with the many screened windows that open plus the balcony off the master with table and chairs to read, eat, and more.

We were able to view Lagovista Loft (next door) that the owners of Casa Lagovista also own and lease. It is incredible too. Hard to choose between the two! If you are going with another party, renting them both would be so much fun!

We enjoyed the location and it's proximity to many other places with their own unique personalities. We spent most of our time in nearby Chiusi (also where we rented car) and Lake Trasimeno/Castiglione del Lago. We also enjoyed taking the train from Chiusi to Florence for the day and took the rental car for a day in Asissi (take your good shoes for walking uphill for Asissi).

You will find helpful and friendly assistance from neighbor, Margaret who is American and walks a perfect balance between Italian and American worlds. She is an invaluable resource and friend in Paciano. The owners make the connection between you and her upon booking of the apartment. She is wonderful for setting tours, drivers, cooking classes, recommendations for restaurants and so much more. She is the piece of the puzzle that enables visitors to pretend like they live here while removing the stress of navigating new and foreign surroundings.

We highly recommend the entire experience for anyone who likes to see new sites and other cultures while staying in the comforts of home. A rare opportunity to live in a world that's been reserved for native Umbrian Italians for centuries.