Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.

Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.

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All photos taken in July 2019
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Overview of Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Citta di Castello, Umbria
  • Popular LocationMarchigliano Church16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTown Hall18 min drive
  • Popular LocationVitelli Palace alla Cannoniera19 min drive
  • AirportAncona (AOI-Falconara)104 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.

The whole property is connected to mains water, so the water from all cold taps is SAFE TO DRINK.

This is the perfect location for a family holiday, a romantic getaway, and for seeing all that Umbria, Tuscany, and Marche have to offer or just enjoying the large pool and the wonderful 360-degree views of this un-spoilt country.

The restoration of this old farmhouse was completed, by us, in 2017. It was the farm building to a much larger property, now known as Villa Baroque.

We are located just outside the village of Badia Petroia , up a tree-lined road some 8 km west of Trestina, 45 km North of Perugia in the Upper Tiber valley.

The middle third of this property was first built as a defensive watchtower and dates from the 13th century. It formed part of a line of towers running along, what was then, the border between Umbria and Tuscany.

The two adjoining sides of this building are believed to have been added around 300 years ago. The left side was, until recently, a tobacco drying tower and the right side was mainly used for animals, staff accommodation, and storage.


The property upstairs has 2 very large en-suite bedrooms which face east and, through the French windows with Juliet balconies, you can see the swimming pool and the wonderful panoramic views.

Both bedrooms have US Queen size double beds, bedside tables, chest of drawers, double wardrobe, and HDTV. There is also a single bed and a full-size cot available.
The en-suite marble bathrooms have walk-in showers, sink, bidet, and toilet.

We can also provide a baby bath and high chair if needed.
Downstairs, there is a separate toilet with a sink.

The Lounge has a Log burner, queen sofa bed and single chair, coffee table, and HDTV, with access to the patio and garden via French windows.

There is a large, fully equipped kitchen/dinner, with a large table and chairs to seat 8 people, dishwasher, electric cooker, electric hob, microwave, and fridge freezer, with access to the parking area via French windows.

The utility/laundry room houses a washing machine and a central heating/hot water boiler. The gas central heating is available at an extra charge.

The whole property is fully Air-Conditioned which is available at an extra charge.
The 16m x 5m Swimming Pool is 1.2m to 1.8m deep and is serviced and cleaned weekly.

The 18m x 6m Sun deck faces east, so having the sun all day. It provides a wonderful panoramic view of the Nestor valley, the hills all around, and the Apennine Mountains.

The property is accessed through electric remote-controlled gates with a video camera to the 8 car parking area. Inside the property, there is a video screen to show you who are calling and buttons to open the main and side gates.

For your safety and security, the whole property is protected by a security alarm system and all rooms have built-in fire and smoke detectors.

We are very lucky with this location; just 30 minutes drive from Perugia our regional capital and the closest airport. Pisa, Florence, and Ancona airports are within a 2-hour drive and the two Rome airports are less than 3 hours away and just 70 miles from both the Adriatic and Mediterranean coasts.

CAR HIRE: Let us arrange your car hire for you. We are agents for all the main companies and can obtain any size car at reasonable rates.
eg. Summer rates at Perugia Airport from £185 per week. Ask for a quote!

Property manager

Barry

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The charge for using the Air Conditioning and or Central Heating during your stay is €35 per day.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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

Città di Castello

Located in Città di Castello, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tiber River and Laghi di Faldo, while Collezione Burri Ex Seccatoi del Tabacco and Fondazione Palazzo Albizzini Collezione Burri are cultural highlights. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
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Citta di Castello, Umbria

What's nearby

  • Marchigliano Church - 16 min drive
  • Collezione Burri Ex Seccatoi del Tabacco - 17 min drive
  • Town Hall - 18 min drive
  • Vitelli Palace alla Cannoniera - 19 min drive
  • Lake Trasimeno - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Castiglion Fiorentino Station - 35 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • MÉ - Il Bar Del Paese - 6 min drive
  • Dogana Vecchia Ristorante & Country House - 12 min drive
  • Oasi Cafè - 9 min drive
  • Bar Fuego - 6 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Archibugio - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Restored 13c Farmhouse in the Upper Tiber Valley, on the Umbrian/Tuscany border. located?

This family-friendly Città di Castello farm stay is located in the mountains, 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Tiber River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Laghi di Faldo and Collezione Burri Ex Seccatoi del Tabacco. Fondazione Palazzo Albizzini Collezione Burri and Pinacoteca Comunale are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the Heart of Italy
We loved our stay at the Villa Baroque. We wanted somewhere away from it all, and that is what we got. The villa is in a lovely situation, but a reasonably easy drive from Rome, and day trips to places like Siena and Florence were very doable. Barry and Linda are delightful hosts, and keep the place in immaculate condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect week in a lovely house
We had a very nice week in this beautifully renovated farmhouse. Ideal for day trips to Assisi and Perugia. The swimming pool and garden we also really enjoyed on the hot days. Linda and Barry are such nice hosts. All in all, perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful week in the Umbrian countryside
Barry and Linda were such gracious hosts. We enjoyed learning about the renovation of the property. They had many suggestions for places to dine & explore. The house in which we stayed was exactly what we envisioned an Italian Villa to be. We stayed there for a month and would definitely return.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pieter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zeer mooie woning
Een zeer verzorgde goed onderhouden woning, goed gelegen en vlot bereikbaar zodat je vlot de vele stadjes kan bezoeken in de regio. Super vriendelijk ontvangen door de huiseigenaars, die verder zeer discreet zijn. Groot zwembad en airco zijn een pluspunt.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dirk F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erholsames Anwesen in sehr schöner Lage
Sehr schönes Anwesen mit Haupthaus des Besitzers und stilvollem Haus mit optimaler Aufteilung, schöner Einrichtung, Küche mit umfassender Ausstattung. Sehr schöne Lage in den landwirtschaftlich genutzten Bergen, sehr grün, weite Sicht. Hervorragende mehrere Agriturismo in der Nähe zum Essen. Angenehm zum Entspannen und Erholen. Großer Pool!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Barry

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Hello holiday seekers, thank you for viewing our property.

Linda and I are from Oxfordshire, England. Before we retired we owned and operated petrol service stations in England. After we retired, we purchased land in Florida, USA and built two villa rental properties which we rented out for short term holiday rentals.
After doing this for 18 years we sold up and moved to Italy. In 2011 we visited Umbria several times and eventually found this property, which at the time was a dilapidated ruin, not lived in for over 30 years, and falling down, but, we knew at once, this was for us.

Why they chose this property

We wanted our holiday home to be in Umbria, this beautiful part of central Italy. Which, unlike Tuscany, it is not built up or over crowded. It still retains that 'old world charm' that has been mainly lost in so many places. We were lucky to find these buildings, which had been unloved for a long time, but had great potential, and with wonderful builders and lots of local help, it has taken us over six years to fully restore and bring them back to life.

What makes this property unique

We looked hard before buying; we wanted a property that had history and character and that could be developed to our needs and, more importantly, the needs of you our holiday seeking guests.
It needed to be, like the petals on a flower, with us in the middle and all the places you and we would wish to visit all around. It fits this requirement perfectly, for you can drive in any direction and visit all the wonderful places your guide books on Umbria, Tuscany and Marche will tempt you with!
Plus…
Equal distance between both Adriatic and Mediterranean coasts.
Close to a main north/south motorway.
Close to an airport that connects to the UK and most of Europe
Close to several International airports, Rome, Pisa and Florence.
Local train service that connects to a country wide network.
To be in a rural area but close to shops and restaurants.
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