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Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory

Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory

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Overview of Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Todi, Umbria
  • Popular LocationSantuario dell'Amore Misericordioso di Madre Speranza4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCatacomba di Villa San Faustino7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPalazzo del Popolo12 min drive
  • AirportAncona (AOI-Falconara)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory

Santa Maria is a former 15th century stone - built priory fully restored few years ago by the choreographer Lindsay Kemp - former owner of the property.
Santa Maria is located on a smooth hill in a panoramic position just 8 kilometres from Todi, the famous medieval Umbrian town.
The property is surrounded by 1 hectare of land with a lovely garden and a large swimming pool. Around the garden you will find a stone built BBQ, a cute house built on an oak and a little football field.
The property is ideal for family reunion, for family with kids and the atmosphere is extremely comfortable and peaceful.


As you approach the villa, you’ll see the loggia and its series of arched opening. This is your outdoor eating spot: shady and cool, with a long oak table and right next door to the kitchen. A more lyrical location would be hard to find! There is a pretty dining room indoors of course, but the loggia is irresistible. There’s also a large and comfortable sitting room set around the open fire on the ground floor. Naturally the oak beams and terracotta floors give a feeling of age and space, while the choreographer’s dramatic touch lights the walls with splendid William Morris wallpapers. The ground floor also has a handsome double bedroom, a bedroom with twin beds and a plain and simple bathroom. Upstairs, there’s a second sitting room opening onto a small terrace, from which there are stone steps down to the garden, and a tiny kitchen.

Property manager

Massimo Pavolini

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Todi

Located in Todi, this villa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Foresta Fossile di Dunarobba and Tiber River, while Museo Civico and Teatro della Concordia are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Todi, Umbria

What's nearby

  • Santuario dell'Amore Misericordioso di Madre Speranza - 4 min drive
  • Catacomba di Villa San Faustino - 7 min drive
  • Santa Maria della Consolazione - 11 min drive
  • Palazzo del Popolo - 12 min drive
  • Palazzo del Capitano - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Narni-Amelia Station - 24 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • L Angolo Del Caffè - 9 min drive
  • Bar Mario di Orlandi Sara e C. SAS - 8 min drive
  • Bar Loreti di Catena Giuliana - 9 min drive
  • Bar Il Corso - 9 min drive
  • Panificio Pasticceria Pucci - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santa Maria - A Former 15th Century Stone - Built Priory located?

This family-friendly Todi villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Santuario dell'Amore Misericordioso di Madre Speranza and Cantina Todini. Ponte Fonnaia and Catacomba di Villa San Faustino are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous, comfortable villa in superb location.
Family group stayed for a wedding. A beatiful villa, superb pool and an amazing and peaceful setting. Will visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Todi Hot air balloon meet.
Superb property for our 12 person group. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Mark G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Fantastische week maar voldoende verbeterpunten
We zijn hartelijk ontvangen bij aankomst en kregen een uitgebreide rondleiding. Rosalba (de schoonmaakster) had was gebakken en er lagen enkele boodschappen voor ons klaar (beperkt). De eerste indruk is overweldigend en geweldig (wat een enorm huis op een prachtige plek en een mooi groot zwembad), maar na verloop van tijd kom je dagelijks tot de conclusie dat er voldoende verbeterpunten zijn. We zijn positief verrast over de ruimte en de prachtige plek. Ook leuk is dat je een eigen watertappunt hebt. De woning beschikt niet over airco. Normaliter geen probleem bij woningen met dikke muren maar hier zweet je vooral van de bovenverdieping af. Ook zijn er geen luiken aan de buitenkant die de hitte tegen kunnen houden. De bedden (zoals bijna altijd in Italië) zijn simpelweg slecht. Je voelt de veren in je rug. Het huis heeft op diverse punten echt onderhoud nodig (behang laat her en der los, gordijnen vallen voor de ramen weg, knoppen van de oven zitten los etc). Ook was het zwembad niet echt schoon. 1 keer per week komt er een bedrijf dat het zwembad onderhoudt, maar al snel hebben we melding gemaakt dat het onvoldoende schoon was. Hier werd niks aan gedaan en we konden zelf ook niks onderhouden. Aan het einde van de week zat er groene aanslag op de zwembadrand en de reactie was "dit is niet gevaarlijk voor de gezondheid". Je communiceert tijdens je verblijf niet met de eigenaar maar met een lokale beheerder en die verschuilt zich er achter dat zijn alleen de vertaling doet van jouw berichten. Bij aankomst door haar aangegeven dat als we extra handdoeken en/ of toiletpapier nodig hadden dat dit geen probleem was maar toen we hier om vroegen bleek dit niet te kunnen en dat ze in de war was met een andere woning waarvoor ze ook beheerder was. Al met al kijken we enerzijds heel tevreden terug op een prachtige week in een geweldig groot huis in een hele mooie omgeving waar je van alles kunt doen. Aan de andere kant zijn we teleurgesteld in bovengenoemde zaken hetgeen je niet verwacht bij een huis in deze prijsklasse. Van uitchecken was ook geen sprake. Er is ons niet gevraagd of we een mooie week hebben gehad en of er nog verbeterpunten waren. We konden de sleutel achterlaten en de schoonmaakster (die alleen Italiaans praat) zwaaide nog een keer, maar verder hebben we niks meer vernomen. Toch een raar einde van een vakantieweek met een dubbel gevoel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Christophe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Très bon sejour
Très agréable propriété, spacieuse et confortable. Et très bien située près de Todi, très belle petite ville médiévale.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lutz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervoll!
Sehr charmant eingerichtete, riesige, wunderschöne, altehrwürdige und sehr komfortable Villa auf einem Hügel. Wunderbare Blicke in alle Richtungen. Großer Pool mit Blick. Wir hatten eine sehr schöne und erholsame Zeit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Massimo Pavolini

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I live in Rome with my family (my wife and 3 kids) and 8 dogs. I studied abroad UCLA and Columbia University. Sport, travelling and movies are my major interests.
My father in law bought this house several years ago from the famous coreographer Lindsey Kemp. We use the house for family reunion and holidays with our friends.

Why they chose this property

The perfect place for a family reunion and big groups. The pool, the play room, the house on the tree, the piano and the little soccer field ...

What makes this property unique

At your arrival you will find lasagnas, 1 bottle of wine and seasonal fruit.
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