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Castelvecchio
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Castelvecchio

Villaway ID: 104689

House, 8 Bedrooms, 9 (8 Ensuite, 1 Partial) Baths, (Sleeps 16)

Europe  ·  Italy  ·  Umbria

  • 16 Guests
  • 8 Beds
  • 9 Baths

Description

The castle appears in all its majesty, standing out among the greenery of Monte Tezio on a few kilometers away from Perugia, the capital of Umbria. This private eight bedroom castle is situated in the mountains on the border between Umbria and Tuscany. Recently transformed into the ultimate destination for a luxury holiday, the heart of the castle was erected in the twelfth century, in order to control the road below which starts in Perugia and leads to Gubbio. The castle is located at 580 meters above sea level and from there it dominates the Tiber valley. The history of this property is already noticeable at the entrance, where the imposing gate and the front door are situated, giving access to the courtyard. Two building host the luxurious suites, which are decorated with precious antiques and each of them are furnished with a different dominant color. Each room has a fireplace, velvet drapes, frescoes, artwork, renaissance tapestries, antique furniture, which all together create a perfect atmosphere at this spectacular property. Outside the walls of the castle there is the antique church, decorated with a spectacular fresco of the year 1400, preserved by plaster for 400 years and just discovered by the present owners. On about a 100 meters distance from the castle, along a path through the olive groves, there is a super panoramic swimming pool overlooking the castle and the valley and located next to a brand new fitness center and a hammam. The castle has a dining room, living room and a professional kitchen for guests to enjoy. Eating in front of the open fireplace at the ancient long table, surrounded by historical artworks is like going back in time for a few centuries. Dining in the antique beamed room, or on the open rooftop terrace to enjoy the spectacular view of the Tiber valley is just a unique experience. The chef serves all delicacies sourced from the very finest local ingredients. South wing of the castle sleeps 14 basement gym, massage room, Turkish steam room. The gym also has an external door leading to the garden. ground floor 1 suite with double sized canopy bed, en suite bathroom with double shower and bath tub, working fire place and access to garden. 1 suite with working fireplace, double sized bed, en suite bathroom with shower and bath tub, comfortable living space. This suite has access to the courtyard outside. first floor 1 suite with balcony, working fireplace, double sized bed, en-suite bathroom with shower, tower bath tub and generous, comfortable living space. 1 suite with terrace, double sized canopy bed, working fireplace, en-suite bathroom with shower and comfortable living space including long table. second floor 1 suite with reading tower that has spectacular views, en suite bathroom with shower and bath tub and double sized canopy bed. 1 suite with double sized canopy bed with en suite bathroom with shower. North wing of the castle sleeps 2 basement wine cellar with small, private dining area (6 people), staff laundry and storeroom area. ground floor kitchen, dining room, bar, 1 guest bathroom, living and dining areas both with large fireplaces. The living space has an amazing, high-ceiling hall, filled with velvet sofas and interesting books with also access to the front garden. first floor 1 master double bedroom with a working fireplace, luxurious double sized crowned bed, en-suite bathroom with shower and bath tub, small balcony overlooking the valley and generous, comfortable living space. 1 suite with a working fireplace, double sized bed, en-suite bathroom with shower and bath tub and comfortable living space.


Amenities

entertainment
  • dvd
  • satellite or cable
  • stereo
  • television

inside amenities
  • air conditioning
  • dryer
  • internet
  • telephone
  • washer

kitchen equipment
  • coffee maker
  • dishwasher
  • microwave
  • toaster

outside amenities
  • grill

pool and spa
  • private pool

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