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Palmobaro
Palombaro is a spacious stone old farmhouse located on the Umbria Tuscany borders in the magical Niccone valley. The restoration has retained the charm and elegance of this delightful property and it now accommodates 6 people in three double bedrooms in great comfort.
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The house is situated in a beautiful location on a south facing hillside with views over vineyards, olive groves and woodlands in the surrounding countryside. There is a really warm and cosy feeling about Palombaro and it is a perfect retreat at any time of the year. The main entrance on the lower floor leads into a spacious hallway off which there is a small cloakroom with loo and basin. An archway that has retained the mellow brickwork from the original farmhouse leads into the kitchen. |
| This kitchen is well equipped with an oven, 4 ring gas hob, double sink, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and generous granite topped working surfaces. The table provides the inevitable focus point for those languid morning breakfasts! |  |
French windows from the kitchen lead outside to one of the many terraces that surround the property. The views from here will compliment that first cappuccino of the day as well as a glass of wine at any time of the day!
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Another archway from the hallway leads into the dining room with an antique wooden table with space for ten people to dine. |
| The dining room leads onto the far end of this part of the house and the cosy sitting room. Easy chairs and sofas that cluster around the wood burning open fire make this room a delightfully snug place as an alternative for the outdoor terraces during the autumn and winter. |  |
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Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first floor and the bedrooms. The master bedroom with queen sized double bed has lovely views over the garden and countryside. There is direct access into a bathroom with an extremely large modern shower, bidet, basin and loo. |
| Another door from the master bedroom opens into a sun filled sitting room that is used by the owners as a study. This room has access to the outside and steps that lead down to the garden at the front of the house. |  |
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The cosy second bedroom on this floor has a choice, which can be requested when making a reservation, of two single beds or a double bed. The walls are painted in gentle sky blue and the windows, like the master bedroom, provide spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.
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The third bedroom with two single beds (or double if requested at the time of reservation) on a mezzanine floor is situated at the other end of the house. It has its own ensuite luxurious bathroom complete with full jacuzzi bath, which creates a real dilemma for guests when it comes to allocating bedrooms among the guests! This small suite has its own access to the garden with private terrace. |
| The owners are passionate gardeners and have created a series of dramatic terraces and a beautiful garden that blends in with the wild asparagus, pomegranate and olive trees that surround the property. A traditional wood burning external oven for making bread or pizza makes outdoor dining a delight. |  |
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Palombaro is a charming house, furnished with antique and rustic furniture from the local area and decorated with hand painted wall tiles and distinctive fittings. The open fireplace and a comprehensive central heating system make it a really cosy and comfortable place at any time of the year. |
The walking trails that lead directly from the garden into woodland and wild flower laden meadows make it ideal for hikers and walkers. For those seeking the delights of art galleries and historical towns then Palombaro's location close to the Tuscany border and Lago Trasimeno makes it ideal for visiting the celebrated Italian towns of Assisi, Perugia, Siena, Cortona and Gubbio. Firenze and Roma are also easily accessible for a day’s trip.
Summary
Property Name:Il Palombaro
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| Location | ||
| Region of Italy | Umbria |
On the northern slopes of the Niccone valley north of Lago Trasimeno |
| Accommodation | ||
| Max Numbers of People | 6 |
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| Bedrooms | 3 |
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| Bedroom 1 | 1st Floor. 1 King sized double bed | |
| Bedroom 2 | 1st Floor. 2 single beds which can be configured into a double |
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| Bedroom 3 | 1st Floor. 2 single beds which can be configured into a double, ensuite bathroom |
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| Bathrooms | 2 |
Bathroom 1 | Large walk in shower, basin, bidet, loo |
| Bathroom 2 | Ensuite. Jacuzzi bathtub, basin, bidet, loo |
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| Cloakroom | 1 |
Downstairs. Basin & loo |
| Sitting Rooms | 1 |
Open fire place |
| Kitchen / Appliances | Yes |
Electric oven, 4 ring gas hob, fridge/freezer, breakfast table, dishwasher |
| Dining area | 1 |
Table for 10 people |
| Other Rooms | 1 |
Study |
| Additional Sofa / Fold Up Beds | 1 |
Double sofa in study. On request. Use of this will attract an extra cost |
| Cots | 1 |
Crib for infant; available on request |
| Suitability for disabled access | No |
| Facilities & Supplementary Information |
| Interior | ||
| Heating | Yes |
Central heating |
| Open Fireplace | Yes |
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| Air Conditioning | No |
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| Fans | Yes |
2 portable |
| Mosquito Nets / Screens | Yes |
Retractable screens on every window |
| Linen & Towels | Yes |
Changed at the end of each week |
| Additional Towels for Pool | Not applicable | |
| Washing Machine | Yes |
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| Spin Dryer | Yes |
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| Iron | Yes |
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| Dishwasher | Yes |
Hairdryer | Yes |
| TV | No |
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| DVD player | No |
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| Video player | No |
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| Radio / CD Player | Yes |
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| Telephone | Yes |
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| Fax | No |
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| Mobile Telephone Reception | Yes |
Excellent |
| Internet access | Yes |
Guests need to bring own computer |
| SKYPE/VOIP facilities | No |
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| High Chair for Children | No |
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| Toys for Children | Yes |
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| Safe Box for Valuables | No |
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| First Evening Meal | No |
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| Other Meals | Yes |
On request at cost |
| Welcome Food Pack | No |
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| Reading Books & Board Games | Yes |
Large libraries in sitting room and study |
| Extra Cleaning | Yes |
On request at cost |
| Smoking Policy | No smoking anywhere in house |
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| House Book | Yes |
Comprehensive. Available by email in advance if requested |
| Reception on arrival | Yes |
Provided estimated arrival time is known and confirmed |
| Assistance | Yes |
The keyholder lives locally and is on call to help for those unusual events and circumstances that cannot be resolved by reading the house book. |
| Exterior | ||
| Swimming Pool | No |
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| Garden | Yes |
All around the house; flowers and herbs |
| Terrace | Yes |
At the front and back with garden furniture |
| Sporting Facilities | Yes |
Direct access to marked country walking trails |
| BBQ | No |
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| Pizza Oven | Yes |
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| Nearest Neighbour | 500 metres. Not overlooked | |
| Animals Close to Premises | Yes |
Alpaca, sheep, cashmere goats on farm half a km away |
| Approach Drive | A 1.5 km road that is half asphalt and half gravel leads from the asphalt surface public road. It is a bit steep and bumpy in parts but is manageable for all sort of cars |
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| Garden Security | No |
Unfenced |
| Covered Car Port | No |
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| Car Parking | Yes |
Plenty of space |
| Water Source | Private well and mains water; both filtered at house (Even if the water is classified as drinkable we always advise our guests that if they have any concerns at all to buy bottled water for drinking purposes and use the house water for all other matters) |
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| Rental Facts | ||
| Rental Basis | Self catering | |
| Breakage/Security/Deposit | No |
Breakages to be reported to the owner’s representative before departure |
| Rental Restrictions | Yes |
No Pets |
| Rental Periods | Available throughout the year for a min of 7 nights with changeover on Saturday |
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| Included in the Rental Price | Local phone calls Local taxes Electricity, gas and water (for normal general usage) Use and laundry of bed linen & towels Final cleaning |
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| Not Included in the Rental Price (Payment to be made locally) |
Excessive use of utilities Central heating Firewood Telephone calls outside Italy Extra cleaning |
Approximate Driving Times in Minutes/Hours
These driving times, which are based on local knowledge, provide a more pertinent indicator than merely distances
Airports
Perugia (Ryanair) 35
Florence (Meridiana) 1.5 - 2 hours
Ancona, Forli (Ryanair) 2 - 2.5 hours
Rome Ciampino (Ryanair, EasyJet), Rome Fiumicino (World airlines), Pescara (Ryanair), Bologna (BA), Rimini (Easy Jet) 2.5 - 3 hours
Pisa (BA, Ryanair, EasyJet, Jet2, Thomson) 3 hours
Milan (World airlines) 4 - 5 hours
Main Line Rail Station
Cortona Terontola (Rome - Florence line) 40
Nearest Villages with Food Shops
Spedalicchio 4 min.
Niccone 5 min.
Umbertide 10 min.
Restaurants
Molino Vitteli 5 min.
Niccone 10 min.
Many more restaurants within 25 min drive
Motorways
Umbertide exit of E45 (Orte-Cesena dual carriageway) 15
Bettolle exit of A1 (Roma-Firenze autostrada) 50
Cultural Sights
Cortona, Citta di Castello, Sansepolcro. 25 - 40 mins
Gubbio, Perugia, Deruta, Assisi, Arezzo, Spello, Pienza, Orvieto, Todi, Spoleto. 40 - 60 mins
Siena. 1 hour
Florence. 1.5 hours
Rome 2.5. hours
Wine Centres
Wine Tasting @ Molino Vitelli 5 min, & Umbertide 15 min.
Montepulciano 50
Montefalco 55
Montalcino 1.10 hours
Sporting Locations
Golf. Antognola 20
Boating/Sailing. Lago Trasimeno 30
Fishing. Umbertide 15 min.
Tennis. Niccone 10 min.
Horse Riding. San Pietro a Monte 25
Beaches
Tuoro sul Trasimeno. 30 min.
West Coast. 2.5 hours
East Coast. (Portonovo) 2.0 hours
Some Comments From Previous
Guests
“ Great villa, great restoration, great valley, spectacular
vistas...this was more than we could ever imagine.” J ~
Connecticut
“ We really did enjoy this beautiful place and the views will be in our memories forever! Grazie mille for opening up this bit of Eden.” KM ~ Oregon
“ ...the magic of this special place with classic vistas.” WB ~ California
“ ….. a fabulous time in your gorgeous villa.” JM ~ New York
“... your gorgeous house on this perfect hill.” ER ~ Brisbane
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