The Italian Country Manor
is a historic rural home offering abundant facilities for all ages.
Total capacity:
- Sleeps a maximum of 25 families
Rooms:
- 17 family rooms with one double bed, two singles and space for a cot (sleeps 2 adults and up to 3 infants)
- 5 interconnecting rooms, with one double and one twin room, plus a shared bathroom
Useful things to know:
- A hire car is recommended to get there and around
- Nearest airports are Perugia (45 mins), Bologna Forli (75 mins) and Florence (75 mins)
- The property does not have air conditioning, but being 450 metres above sea level and with heat resisting buildings (as well as fans) the temperature is never too high inside
This country estate, set in five acres of beautiful Tuscan countryside is a heavenly spot for carefree family holidays. Children will be in paradise from the moment they arrive, racing around on trikes and scooters, finding hidden playhouses in the woods, bouncing on trampolines and jumping in the pool. Parents too, find genuine relaxation here, sipping local wines while gazing at the spectacular views, indulging in a spa treatment on site, or playing a game of tennis with other guests.
A country manor that has been converted into a convivial hotel, it offers accommodation in spacious, airy rooms that are simply furnished with local antiques and feature original tiled floors and painted ceilings. Families can choose between large en suite rooms with one double bed, two singles and space for a cot, or the interconnecting rooms (one double, one twin) with a shared bathroom.
The main gathering space is the huge patio in front of the house. Equipped with toys, small slides and climbing frames for the little ones to play on, and comfortable lounge chairs and swing seats where parents can chill out, it’s also where superb meals are served in warm weather.
For older children there is a games room with table tennis and table football, reading rooms and a music room and, and a short distance from the main house are two heated swimming pools.
An informal house-party atmosphere means that guests are treated like friends, and families mingle over the delectable meals. Run on an all-inclusive basis, there’s no need to worry about where and when to eat: breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style; in the evenings, children are given supper at 6pm so that once they are in bed, parents can relax over aperitifs before tucking into a four-course feast. Baby monitors in the main house work here, and a babysitter is available at no charge for guests in the adjacent Palazzo Regina, so that they can also enjoy a relaxed dinner.
The food, all of which is freshly prepared with seasonal ingredients earns rave reviews, and cooking classes for both adults and children are offered twice a week for an additional fee.
Between meals guests can help themselves to cereals, fruits, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits from the kitchen, and make use of the espresso machine and microwave. Thursdays are the cooks’ day off, so only breakfast is served – a great excuse to explore local restaurants, or bring a take away back to eat in the kitchen.
With children amply entertained and safe within the grounds, and a babysitting service available day and night, parents can properly unwind and find time to themselves, whether it is for a bike ride through the countryside, a visit to a winery or a spot of shopping in the nearby towns.
Check-in time
16:00
Check-out time
10:00
Prices from
Prices are given in Pound Sterling.
Please note the owner usually takes Saturday to Saturday bookings in the summer, but can sometimes accommodate other dates. All prices include breakfast, lunch and dinner (except on Thursdays when only breakfast is provided). Wine, beer, soft drinks, tea, coffee, fresh fruit, toast, yoghurts, etc. are always available at no extra charge.
Infants: There is no additional charge for under 2s when sharing a room with their parents or siblings. For children requiring a separate room, the minimum room charge applies.
The rates are based on a 7 night stay. Rates vary according to season. Please contact us for a precise quote.
Prices FROM:
Adults: £600 per adult per week in low season.
Children: Between the ages of 2 and 12 years, £ 295 per week in low season.
Please note there is a minimum charge on children’s room of £ 295 per week in low season.
Deposits / Cancellations
A 40% deposit is payable on reservation.
The balance is due 8 weeks prior to arrival.
For bookings made less than 8 weeks in advance, full payment must be made at the time of booking.
Cancellations made more than 8 weeks prior to arrival incur a 40% cancellation fee.
Cancellations made less than 8 weeks prior to arrival incur a 100% cancellation fee.
The Area
The estate sits just a couple of kilometres from the Tuscany/Umbria border, outside a picturesque village with its own medieval castle. Set amid undulating green hills, covered with olive trees, vines and pretty villages, the scenery is breath taking.
The woods around the villa are ideal for walks, bike rides and horse riding, while a few minutes walk away in town children can explore the castle, run and climb in the playground and indulge at the wonderful ice cream shops.
A short drive to the north one can visit the pretty villages of Monterchi, Citerna and Anghiari, with views across the Upper Tiber Valley, and to the southeast Monte Santa Maria Tiberina.
The world-famous towns of Florence, Assisi and Sienna, bursting with incredible architecture and cultural sights, can all be reached in under and hour’s drive.
Pets
Pets are always welcome as long as they are well behaved and very child friendly.
