Assisi Cottage Rental
Country House, Capodacqua ,Assisi
Medieval Country house fully restored in small hamlet near Assisi, beautiful views, swimming pool.Sleeps 6-9.
World > Europe > Italy > Umbria > Assisi
3 bedroom, 3
bathroom, Sleeps
6
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9 People
Price Range:
£540
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£1040
Per
Week
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Vacation Rental Description
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On the slopes of Monte Subasio, in the commune of the historic pilgrimage centre of Assisi- home of Saint Francis.3 storey independent medieval country house .
Situated in over an acre of land with olive ,walnut, and fruit trees. Panoramic views of Santa Maria degli Angeli and across the valley to Perugia and beyond. Within walking distance of a bar, supermarket, bakery, greengrocer, bank and pizzeria. A few minutes drive away are many restaurants catering for all requirements from cheap and cheerful to noted in good food guides- Assisi, Spello, Foligno, Perugia etc. It is possible to rent the entire house or either the top 2 floors or the lower floor separately.
Swimming pool 12 by 5 metres (1.2 to 1.8m deep.)
Although not essential a car is highly recommended .
The house has been lovingly restored in the traditional manner with all modern amenities. It is possible to rent the entire house or either the top 2 floors or the lower floor separately.(shared use of gardens and pool in summer months)
Young children are very welcome but will require supervision .
ACCOMMODATION
Top floor
Large bedroom with fitted wardrobes double bed and single bed (or 3 single beds) dressing table with mirror. Sky TV and DVD player.
Bathroom- shower, bidet, washbasin, toilet. Marble floor and wall tiles.
Small library- good and varied selection of English books, DVD`, videos and CD`s.
Large living room- leather three piece suite, leather padded stools, antique furniture, Sky TV, video, DVD, CD/cassette player. Windows overlook the valley.
Staircase to:-
Middle floor-street level
Main entrance from street up small flight of stairs
Kitchen/dining room- well equipped, with oak beamed ceilings, open fireplace, terra cotta tiles.
Electric oven and gas hob, double copper sink. Large oak table seats 10. Telephone/internet access if required available at extra cost . Gas boiler for water and central heating.
Leading to:-
Utility room- washing machine, microwave, fridge freezer, food storage cupboards.
Bathroom- shower, w.c., bidet, washbasin.
Large bedroom-double bed plus single bed (or 3 singles), oak beamed ceiling, wardrobe, built in cupboard.
2 bedside tables and chest of drawers, antique writing desk etc.
Lower floor- separate access
Large kitchen- well equipped, granite work tops, oak beam ceilings, electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer. Original bread oven restored. Gas boiler for water and central heating. Table & 4 chairs
Leading to:
Bathroom-shower, W.C, bidet, washbasin. Marble floor and wall tiles.
Sitting/dining room 2 single beds (can be double if required).2 armchairs, coffee table . Wardrobe and storage chest.
Leading to:
Sitting room/wine cellar with double sofa bed,. coffee table and sideboard.
TV,DVD, CD/stereo system.
Garden/Land
Hillside gardens with fruit and olive trees. .Garden on two levels
- upper area with separate access from the street has morning sun
-large lower garden accessed by steps at the side of the house to terra cotta tiled patio with built in seating , garden table and chairs and barbecue. The patio gets afternoon sun and views of beautiful sunsets. Panoramic views up the mountainside or down and across the valley below.
-Steps down to Swimming pool in lower garden 12*5 M sq
-Remainder of garden open land with olive and fruit trees with access to white road leading to local church.
Services
Services included
Bed linen, bath towels, tea towels (changed weekly), cleaning before and after rental.
Mains gas, electricity and water.
Coast/beach
Lake Trasimeno- ½ hour drive-beach areas for swimming. Ferry trips across the lake. Boating etc.
Adriatic and Mediterranean coasts approx 2 hour drive either way.
Public swimming pools Assisi & Spello- both approx 3km away-open during Italian school summer holidays
Nearest airport
Perugia 22km (13.7 miles)
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Activities near Assisi
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Hiking, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Night Club, Restaurant, Shopping, Theatre
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Paragliding off Mount Subasio
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Facilities in the Cottage
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Dishwasher, Cable or Satellite Television, Cooking Utensils, DVD Player, Heating, Kitchen, Microwave, Open Fire, Parking, Private Pool, Refrigerator, Stereo, TV, Washing Machine
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Nearest airports
Perugia 22km 18 mins by car/taxi.(Ryanair).
Forli -by car approx 1hr50 mins
Bologna- by car approx 2 hrs
Ancona- by car 2 hrs
Rimini- by car 2.15 hrs
Florence 1 hr 40 mins
Pisa- 2.45 by car
Rome- 2hrs 25mns by car (2 hrs by train)
Train service-
Assisi station (Santa Maria degli Angeli)to Rome 1hr 50 mins
Florence 1hr 40 mins approx
Foligno or Perugia approx 15-20 mins
Local bus service- bus stop 10 min walk(service limited)
Places of Interest locally
Rivotorto- British commonwealth war cemetery
Church enclosing barn first shelter of Saint Francis and his followers.
20 min walk – 5 mins by car
Assisi historic centre- 5.6km
Spello historic centre- 5km
Foligno- 8 km
Perugia-24km
Within 1 to 1.5hr drive
Sienna
Orvieto
Florence
Gubbio
Norcia
Todi
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Holiday Home #5385
from owner #252
created on
07-Nov-2007
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