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VILLA RENTALS UMBRIA.  Tuscany Splendor for Less Cost in lovely Umbria... The same Italian beauty with less crowds and for less money. Rent your holiday villa in Umbria and discover the lovely old areas of Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, Orvieto: Umbria is one of the most captivating areas of Italy and offers visitors a less touristed version of Italy with so many of the features of Tuscany and yet many unique characteristics. It's a great way to gain an insider's glimpse of Italian life and is ideally located, Florence, Rome, and the Adriatic Coast are all within a few hours drive. A region with ancient origins and gently rolling hills and fertile valleys from the river Tiber. It boasts numerous well-preserved Medieval hamlets as well as the rich historical cobblestone streets of lovely and lively towns and villages such as Assisi, Gubbio, and Norcia, and the larger cities of Perugia, Orvieto, and Spoleto with many festivals and artisans. Also famous for the precious truffles and fine sheep's milk cheeses and culinary specialties. Umbria offers something for everyone. Perugia: the heart of Umbria  overlooks the Umbrian plain and the valley of the Tevere River. Assisi: with its  narrow little streets and numerous churches. Enjoy the austere beauty of the arts and the fine cuisine. Gubbio and Orvieto, equal to Perugia, Assisi and many other Umbria hamlets, which are jewels of  perfectly preserved art and history.

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 


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Casa Contadina
4 bedroom  2 bath  sleeps 10,  indoor swimming pool can be heated year round
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This lovely house is a staff favorite, due to the sublime combination of such a tranquil setting and idyllic central location. The house sits several miles off a small road on several hundred acres of private land and is perched on a hillside overlooking rolling green farmland, grazing deer, and a small pond. Inside is the large living room with picture windows on three walls for the views, Persian rugs, classic antique wooden dining table, authentic wood beam ceilings (w/ bright, modern skylights), stylish and comfortable furnishings and proper modern accessories (including large screen tv, vcr, dishwasher, microwave, etc). There is a large, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, with classic wood burning pizza over and total modern accessories. Also on the main floor is a large (70 sq. ft bathroom, jacuzzi tub), a library/studio bedroom, and the heated indoor swimming pool. Downstairs you will find the large master bedroom with sitting area, fireplace and French doors to terrace, a double bedroom w/ en suite bathroom and terrace doors, additional kitchenette, laundry room, and one bedroom w/ two single beds. Well-tended gardens and outdoor eating/sunbathing areas. LOCATION: Savor all Italia from this fabulous farmhouse in phenomenal location near the Umbrian-Tuscany border and in some of Italy's most beautiful countryside AND within easy reach of all the most desirable sites, just 8 miles outside of enchanting Gubbio, less than 20 miles to Perugia, one of Italy's most wonderful medieval fortified cities, only 1.5 hours to Rimini's beaches on the Adriatic Coast, 2 hours from Florence, 2.5 hours from Rome, and 4 hours from Venice. If you can bring yourself to leave the stunning views from the house.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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