Located in a beautiful region of Umbria, this haven is set on a private estate surrounded by oak forests and olive groves. A formal courtyard forms the heart of this imposing fortress-like villa, located within walking distance of the tennis courts, stables, and osteria restaurant at Reschio. This villa's sleeping spaces range from collective to private: Rooms with bunk beds are suitable for children & adults, while the sixth double bedroom is a separate independent cottage with a private …
Located in a beautiful region of Umbria, this haven is set on a private estate surrounded by oak forests and olive groves. A formal courtyard forms the heart of this imposing fortress-like villa, located within walking distance of the tennis courts, stables, and osteria restaurant at Reschio. This villa's sleeping spaces range from collective to private: Rooms with bunk beds are suitable for children & adults, while the sixth double bedroom is a separate independent cottage with a private terrace.
Outdoor features add to this villa's understated luxury. The central dining room, with terraces flanking both sides, brings the outdoors in. An 18m x 4.5m swimming pool & custom spa-bath is nestled within the gardens, a few steps down from the dining terraces (the pool cannot be heated, but the spa bath can at an extra cost). A gazebo viewing platform serves up breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of two castles across the valley.
Bespoke touches transform this stay into a novelty experience: Bedrooms are filled with just-picked flowers, bathrooms stocked with Ortigia products, and kitchen pantries filled with local essentials such as fruit, milk, yogurt, cheese, prosciutto, pasta, and homemade torta di cioccolato. This villa is segmented into a main house, a guest cottage, plus an expansive garden for entertaining.
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Sunken like a glimmering optical illusion into the verdant lawns is the incredible outdoor pool. Located just outside the castle walls – and mirroring the historic ramparts – the water gently overflows the stone rim of the pool to the grass at its edge, while tall umbrella pines provide balmy shade. Showers and changing rooms are available beneath the deck of the adjacent pool bar, and another pool-side deck offers a perfect front-row seat to the water. Leafy niches between the trees and around the gardens, meanwhile, offer more secluded spaces for families or couples.
For a below-ground aquatic adventure, the castle’s ancient wine cellars have been transformed into an otherworldly bathhouse, a steamy, dreamy retreat. Worn stone steps lead down to a tranquil sanctuary of therapeutic interconnecting spaces, offering holistic, nurturing treatments to soothe both body and soul. The highlight is the salt-water Roman Bath, lit by windows allowing shafts of sunlight to slant into the space. Float across through a vaulted stone arch to wallow in the connected circular base of the three-story tower, or release the tropical rain shower, which cascades dramatically from the ceiling.
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Main Restaurant & Bar
Step into the cool shade and take a seat amongst the lofty fern-trees, head out onto the broad terrace, or perch at the long, marble bar. With its soaring ceilings and wide-reaching views, this space exudes old-world Italian glamour. The organic kitchen garden does most of the work here, creating simple yet elegant meals with the freshest local produce.
The nearby bar is just the place to pause for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail. A work of art in its own right, this glamorous area is the perfect backdrop for calling in a macchiato in the late morning or enjoying a Negroni in the evening.
Castle Dining
This fortified castle was built a 1000 years ago to defend the southern territories from the rampaging north. The restaurant enjoys amazing tranquil views with stunning sunsets, and fig trees gloriously perfume the terrace in summer. Here, castle-dwellers are tempted each morning by a splendid buffet breakfast. Traditional Italian specialities are served each evening, using ingredients sourced from the estate or nearby. Other spaces, such as the Old Castle Kitchen, invite gatherings over liqueur and coffee by the fireplace – it is truly a restaurant for every season.
Castle Courtyard Bar
Soaring to the skies on one side of the castle courtyard is an airy bar with lofty iron columns and a glass ceiling, creating a turn-of-the-century-style space. Wander in and take in the ancient stones of the castle, and kick back with an icy glass of something delicious and a book from the library.
Poolside Bar
The former watchtower continues to play a vital role providing castle-dwellers with poolside libations. The pool bar serves everything from a quick cappuccino to freshly-made juices or cocktails, plus tempting gelati or made-to-order paninis served on its chic outdoor deck.
This slice of Italy offers an array of bespoke experiences. Indulge in your cultural side with tastings, cooking classes, painting lessons, or lean into adventure with horseback riding, beekeeping, and hiking. Types of experiences include the following:
Horseback & Dressage Lessons
The cutting-edge indoor and outdoor Equestrian Center and Theater offers multilingual instructors who know just how to introduce novices to the joy of riding, as well as encouraging the more experienced on to bigger and better things, including the fine art of dressage. Additionally, guests can head out on a guided hack through the wilderness. Ponies of various size are available for young riders of any age. Please inquire for pricing.*
*Please note that only experienced riders are permitted to go out on hack with an instructor and the activity might not be available during the hottest time of the year – bookings for hacks in July, August, and September will only be re-confirmed one week in advance.
Foray into Foraging
Spend an hour with the expert forager in our kitchen, herb and flower gardens. While taking a gentle walk through the meadow, learn to recognise plants and flowers for their taste, health and medical benefits. Return to the cooking academy for a tisane made from the wild and pick up tips for arranging flowers. Please inquire for pricing.
Italian Lessons
Learn to speak Italian with one of the estate's professional teachers. Private lessons at any level can be arranged. Prices on request based on number of participants and lessons.
Olive Oil & Wine Tastings
Join the sommelier for an Olive Oil Tasting at 11.30am or a Wine Tasting at 3pm and 5pm in the Wine Room at the restaurant. Tastings are always exclusive for any number of participants, from a minimum of two people. Choose experiences from 3-6 wines per person. Please inquire for pricing.
Biking & Hiking
This unspoiled estate is just the place to explore on foot or on two wheels, with kilometres of tracks to race around with the wind in your hair, or to gently walk in every season. Rent regular or electric mountain bikes, and traverse the land solo or with a guide. An optional picnic stop can be arranged. Please inquire for pricing.
Truffle Hunting (40 minutes drive from the Estate)
Discover the mysterious world of the truffle. Join the Truffle Trail for a day, a unique, fascinating and educational experience. Expert guides will take you through the entire process-finding and digging up truffles, teaching you how to distinguish and taste the different varieties. Additional canapes, lunch, or a lunch & cooking lesson can be arranged. Please inquire for pricing.
From clever chefs who will magic up a feast for a crowd, to behind-the-scenes magicians who will create a dreamy Umbrian wedding or a theatrical birthday party, unique services cover every eventuality, and make sure that every stay is as relaxed or surprise-filled as you wish.
Umbria and Tuscany epitomise the attractions of Italy: beautiful countryside reminiscent of landscapes in Renaissance paintings, medieval hilltop towns, wonderful art galleries, museums and architecture, not to mention delicious food and wine.
Within an hour's drive of the estate are towns such as Assisi, Arezzo, Cortona, Gubbio, Perugia, and Siena as well as many other smaller sights to explore. The two regions abound with open-air concerts and operas during the long summer season and each town has its own festivals.
City/tourist taxes for this destination are collected separately and are not included in the quoted rate. The applicable amount and payment method, including whether the tourist tax will be collected prior to arrival or in destination, will be confirmed before check-in if not specified above.
City/tourist taxes for this destination are collected separately and are not included in the quoted rate. The applicable amount and payment method, including whether the tourist tax will be collected prior to arrival or in destination, will be confirmed before check-in if not specified above.
City/tourist taxes for this destination are collected separately and are not included in the quoted rate. The applicable amount and payment method, including whether the tourist tax will be collected prior to arrival or in destination, will be confirmed before check-in if not specified above.
Our dedicated concierge team will be pleased to assist you in tailoring your one-of-a-kind stay. You can request services, experiences, and local area recommendations after booking. Please note that options will be subject to availability for your destination and travel dates.
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