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Vecchio Monastero
Near Umbertide, Umbria
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This luxurious country estate has been recently converted from a monastic complex dating back to the late 1100's. It is set in some 50 acres of open farmland with wonderful country walks in all directions and is decorated and furnished to a very high standard and carefully selected to enhance each of the 12 bedrooms. It is available by the night, by the room or as a large villa with staff plus dependence. This is the perfect location for family reunions, weddings or small conferences. Please be advised this property is in 2 buildings with 9 bedrooms in the main house and 3 more in the cottage. Details
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Beds and Baths - (sleeps 22)
Five queen bedrooms with showers, three twin bedrooms with showers, a twin with tub & shower, a twin with luxury bath with tub & shower and a terrace, a queen with shower and private terrace which is suitable for guests with mobility difficulties, and another twin bedroom in the tower with showered bathroom.
Living Space
There is a billiards room, an elegant
sitting room, a lavish dining room with a dazzling custom
designed lighting fixture, a fully professional custom
kitchen for staff use, and a small kitchen for guests.
There is an elevator used solely for luggage management
(sorry, insurance does not allow for client use). The
dependence has carefully selected furnishings & finishings
and includes a full kitchen and lovely living room; it
is slightly less formal than the main house.
Household Amenities
Terracotta floors, tall fans in
each room, central heating, luxurious textiles, satellite
TV in each bedroom, internet facility, twice weekly cleaning,
heating, baggage assistance, cell phones available, guest
robes & slippers, hairdryers, washing machine. Nightly
rate includes light laundry service, copious breakfast
buffet, afternoon tea and dinner with wine, tea & coffee.
If renting by the night the rate includes: complimentary welcome basket and
light laundry service, copious buffet breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner with
wine, and tea, coffee or refreshments during the day.
Outside Features
This property is surrounded by
beautiful gardens and is nestled in a valley with wonderful
views of open fields and woodland hills. There are numerous
terraces, a swimming pool (about 18' x 37'), a private
chapel and covered parking with security system. Leisurely
walks are possible.
Other Features:
No pets or smoking allowed. Closed
December, January & February. Minimum age is 10. Manicures,
pedicures, nail extensions, massage and hair care are
all available in-house or under a shady lean-to by the
pool. Weddings or blessings can be arranged in English
or other languages. Cooking classes and guided excursions
possible. Cook, maid, baby sitter and light laundry service
available at an additional charge when renting the entire
house. Please note there are no screens on the windows.
Location/Where to Go
Umbertide & Citta di Castello minutes
away, Assisi, Perugia, Gubbio, Cortona and Lake Trasemeno
within 30 minutes.
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Suzanne
B. Cohen & Associates,
Inc - 18 High Street, Hallowell, Maine 04347 - Phone:
207-622-0743 - Fax: 207-622-1902 - suzanne@villaeurope.com
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