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Sant'Angelo

Sant’Angelo nestles in a quiet rural valley in Umbria. Situated in its own two acres of landscaped garden with mature terraced olive groves it has magnificent views of the valley and surrounding countryside. This beautiful stone farmhouse has been tastefully restored using original and antique materials and provides accommodation for two separate groups of four and one of two.   Exterior
View   Alternatively, the whole property is ideal for a group of ten people who may want a degree of privacy during the day or evening in the three different parts of the property. These independent parts of the property are called Pantano, Rancolfo and Pietramelina and all have their own separate entrances and their own private terraces.
Pantano, which sleeps 4 people, is located at the top of the house. It has its own private entrance which leads off from a terrace from which there are lovely views along the valley.   Exterior
Dining Area   The front door leads directly into the dining room.
There is an archway through to the sitting room with easy chairs and sofas. The clever layout of these two rooms gives a spacious and airy open plan feel to the main living space.   Lounge
Kitchen   Leading from the lounge is a separate and fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, oven, grill and hob.
There are two large double bedrooms. The first has a double bed.   Bedroom
Bedroom   The other has two single beds. Both bedrooms have high ceilings with chestnut beams and solid wood floors and lovely views from the windows
There is a large family bathroom complete with shower and fabulous old marble sink.   Bathroom
Plan   This diagram shows the layout of Pantano.

The stunning private terrace for guests staying in Pantano provides the most perfect spot for alfresco life!

View

The living space in Rancolfo is particularly spacious and light and a traditional archway connects the comfortable lounge to the open plan kitchen/dining area.   Lounge
Kitchen   The kitchen is well equipped with fridge freezer, oven, 4 ring hob and grill. This area was formerly used as a hayloft and still retains its unique double height ceiling and original chestnut beams.
There are two large double bedrooms, one master bedroom with king sized double bed and ensuite shower room.   Bedroom
Bedroom   The other bedroom has twin beds. There is a separate family shower room.
The private terrace for Rancolfo has wonderful views of the pool area and surrounding countryside.   Patio
Plan   This diagram shows the layout of Rancolfo.
Pietramelina is a really cosy, romantic nest of an apartment ~ ideal for a couple. It has its own entrance that leads onto a private terrace from which there are lovely views of the valley and the olive groves that surround Sant’Angelo.   patio

French windows lead from the terrace into the fully equipped kitchen with fridge freezer, oven, 4 ring hob, grill and microwave.

Kitchen   Kitchen

This lovely bright and sun filled room has a dining and sitting area that provides masses of space for a couple.

Lounge

Bedroom   There is a large twin bedroom (which can be made up as double or two single beds)

and an ensuite shower room with a very large walk-in shower unit.

  Bathroom

Plan

This diagram shows the layout of Pietramelina.

Pool   The lovely 10 metre pool at Sant’Angelo is particularly children friendly and therefore ideal for families. The whole area is fenced and the pool has a shallow end with Roman steps.

View

The charming British owners of Sant’Angelo live in a separate part of the property and are available to help with many aspects of your holiday at their delightful home.  They can prepare a home made dish ready to pop in the oven complete with bread and local wine to await your arrival.  If you want a travel cot and baby pack containing many of those essential items you need, but don't necessarily want to pack in the suitcase, then they can help with this as well.  Please just ask when making a reservation.

Summary
Location
In north western Umbria near Umbertide.

Accommodation
Maximum Accommodation Numbers:
Total of 10 or independent groups in three separate apartments.

Pantano.Sleeps 4
Bedrooms. 2 double bedrooms. One with double bed and one with two single beds.
Extra Beds: One double sofa bed for an additional two people. (the use of this will attract an additional charge)
Bathrooms
. 1. Shower, loo, bidet and basin.
Kitchen. Fridge/freezer, electric oven and grill, microwave, gas hob, stainless steel sink and drainer.
BBQ: Gas BBQ on terrace.
Heating: Large wood burning stove. Central heating available in cooler months at an additional charge.

Rancolfo. Sleeps 4
Bedrooms. 2 double bedrooms. One with double bed and one with two single beds.
Extra Beds: One double sofa bed for an additional two people. (the use of this will attract an additional charge)
Bathrooms
. 2. One ensuite bathroom with shower, loo, bidet and basin. Second with shower, loo and basin.
Kitchen. Fridge/freezer, electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, stainless steel sink and drainer.
Heating: Central heating available in cooler months at an additional charge.

Pietramelina. Sleeps 2.
Bedrooms. One double bedroom with choice of double bed or two single beds.
Extra Beds: One single sofa bed for an additional person. (the use of this will attract an additional charge)
Kitchen
. Fridge/freezer, electric oven and grill, gas hob, stainless steel sink and drainer.
Bathroom. 1. Ensuite with a very large walk-in shower unit, loo and basin.
Heating: Traditional wood burning stove. Central heating available in cooler months at an additional charge.
Facilities & Supplementary Information
Swimming Pool: Fenced with gated entry. Length 10 metres. Breadth 5 metres. Shallow End 1 metre. Deep End 2.4 metres. Roman steps at shallow end and child friendly ledge around the whole pool. Shared with owners and other guests. Open at beginning of May; closed at end of September.
House Telephone. Emergency use only. A payphone is located 3 kms away in Pierantonio.
Mobile Phone Reception: Very Good.
Satellite TV & DVD & Video:
On request and if available a small charge.
BBQ: Gas BBQ with large seating area near to the swimming pool for all guests to use.
Laundry Facilities: On request.
Approach Drive: A 1.5 km metre white track in very good condition leads from an asphalt surface public road to the entrance of the property.
Parking: There is plenty of space for cars to park on the premises.
Animals / Pets on or near Premises: None.
Linen & Towels: Linen and towels are provided and these will be changed for clean ones at the end of each week.
Towels for Swimming Pool Use: Although towels are provided for the apartments, you are asked to provide your own pool towels.
Hairdryer: Available in each Apartment.
House Book:
A comprehensive house book is provided.
Assistance: The owners live in another part of the property and are on call to help for those unusual events and circumstances that cannot be resolved by reading the house book.
First Evening Meal:  This can be provided on request.  Price on application.
Baby Pack. Available.  Details and price on request.
Travel Cot and High Chair.  Available on request.
Extra Cleaning Available: On request when reservation is made.

Rental Facts
Currency for Payment: GBP sterling.
Weekly Rental Price: Detailed prices are available on request from Italian Encounters.
Price Grading: Economic for independent Apartments. Please see Properties Home Page for the definition of this grading.
Rental Basis: Self-catering.
Rental Periods: Available for a minimum of 7 nights with changeover on Saturday during the summer months. Minimum of two nights stay during the winter months.
Rental Restrictions: No Pets.
Included in the Rental Price: The rental price includes all taxes, the consumption of electricity, gas and water (for normal general usage), the use and laundry of bed linen & towels (excluding pool towels) and reasonable final cleaning.
Not Included in the Rental Price: Central heating or any other requested services.
Breakage/Cleaning/Security Charge: A security deposit of Euro 200 is payable on arrival. This will be returned to you on departure less the cost of any damages incurred.
Extra Costs:
Central Heating: Min cost of Euro 20 per day for Pantano & Rancolfo and Euro 10 per day for Pietramelina.
Wood for Wood Burning Stoves: Euro 5 per large basket.

Distances
Approx Driving Time in hour / minutes from Local Airports: 3 from Pisa. 2.5 from Rome, Bologna & Pescara. 2 from Florence. 1.5 from Forli & Ancona. 30 minutes from Perugia.
Approx Distance in kms to Nearest Town or Village with Shops: 3 to Pierantonio.
Approx Distances in kms to Closest Restaurants: 3 to Liberty & La Brace restaurant in Pierantonio and 7 to several others in Umbertide.
Approx Distance in kms to Nearest Motorway Exit: 3 to Umbertide exit of E45.
Approx Distance in kms to Major Cultural Towns: 15 to Perugia. 26 to Assisi. 30 to Gubbio. 90 to Siena. 120 to Florence. 200 to Rome.

Some Comments From Previous Guests

“……... you have made a wonderful holiday that bit extra special. So relaxed we found it hard to leave – we will definitely be back.” Stuart and Mhairi ~ Dumfries.

“……. a week is too short in your lovely home. Thank you for all the special details which made us feel so much at home.” Ann and Eric ~ Cirencester.

“……. thank you both for providing the perfect setting for a very relaxed and enjoyable holiday. We will carry the pictures of the landscape, sunshine and peace back to GB with us!” Julie and Nick

“….. a haven of peace and tranquillity all put together with good old British good sense, care and kindness. Thank you for a wonderful holiday enjoyed by us all.” John, Frances, Matt and Tim


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