Self catering holiday homes, Umbria, Italy. Direct from the owners
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Casa d’Oliva is a 100 year-old restored stone house that sits on nearly 2 acres of beautifully landscaped property and olive groves. The house, a combination of old world charm and modern amenities is appointed with typical Umbrian furnishings. Sitting high in the hills of the Italian heartland with breathtaking views, Casa d’Oliva is the perfect place for a romantic getaway for two or for an educational and fun-filled trip for the entire family. Located at the border of Umbria and Tuscany, the hill towns of Arezzo, Cortona and Assisi are all less than an hour’s drive away. The area is the heart of the ancient Etruscan civilization and offers many chances to see artifacts and ruins from that important culture. The art of Florence and the architecture of Rome are less than two hours from the house. All along the way are countless opportunities for sightseeing, photography, antique hunting and dining. Easy day trips Anghiari, Arezzo, Assisi, Citta di Castello, Cortona, Gubbio.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | ||
| 2 May-19 September 2009 | $2375 | High Season |
| 20 September - 31 October 2009 | $2150 | Mid Season |
Notes on prices
Prices are in US Dollars and are for up to a maximum of 6 guests per week. A 400 euro refundable damage deposit and a 75 euro cleaning fee (per week) will be collected in cash upon arrival.
Changeover day
Check-in Saturday 4-8pm. Check-out Saturday by 9:30am.
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with queen bed. Bedroom 2 with king bed. Sitting room with sleeper couch. |
| Bathrooms: | Bath 1 with shower downstairs. Bath 2 with shower and tub upstairs. Outdoor shower at pool. |
| Kitchen: | Eat-in kitchen with cooker, hob, fridge, freezer. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine. |
| Living Rooms: | Living room downstairs with large fireplace, CD player, seating for 6. |
| Other: | Sitting room upstairs with sleeper couch (for 2), fireplace and balcony. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Cleaning once per week (75 euro fee) that includes a change of bed and bath linens. |
Notes on accommodation
Heating with wood stove and fireplace and central heating available at extra cost, smoking permitted except in bedrooms, house not suitable for children under the age of 12.
Outside
5 X 12 meter in ground private pool with large, furnished patio area, olive grove, gardens, wisteria covered pergola, patio outside the kitchen with a large table for outdoor dining (for 6).
Travel
Rome Fiumicino - 3 hours
Florence - 1 1/2 hours
Car hire essential.
Distances
Gubbio - 45 minutes
Assisi - 45 minutes
Perugia - 45 minutes
Siena - 2 hours
Orvieto - 1 1/2 hours
Montepulciano - 1 1/2 hours
Cortona - 30 minutes
Further details
Umbertide, the nearest town is a full service city that has a supermarket, butcher, banks, bakeries, movies, internet cafe and an outdoor market. There are numerous good restaurants, both inexpensive and more expensive within 15 minutes of the house.
Booking notes
50% deposit upon reservation, balance due 60 days prior to your arrival. Please visit owners website for more details - see link below.
For booking and further information
Betsy Fenik
Tel: (US) + 401 884 4304
Fax: (US) + 401 884 1260
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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and has advertised this property with us since December 2003.
Property Ref IT57
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