6426 - (Sleeps 2)
Colombaia is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination of...
13853 - (Sleeps 4)
This beautifully restored apartment is on the first floor of a Casa Padronale, an old stone Umbrian farmhouse, dating back to the...
13856 - (Sleeps 6)
This delightful restored cottage is set within the estate of a luxurious villa, originally a 12h century monastery. It is situated in...
9668 - (Sleeps 8)
An amazing and carefully restored villa located in a wonderful private nature reserve in Umbria. Originally the estate’s gatekeeper residence, it has...
10766 - (Sleeps 8)
Luxury Umbria villa rental near Todi - Il Sismano is a fully restored 17th century farmhouse, complete with all modern conveniences but...
13261 - (Sleeps 8)
This stone-built villa, totally restored in 2005, sits on the ruins of an ancient church dating back to the 11th century, and...
10949 - (Sleeps 10)
Luxury Italian villa - Set against a verdant green background of olive groves and beautiful countryside, this is a stunning property where...
13684 - (Sleeps 13)
This Villa is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination...
13683 - (Sleeps 14)
This Villa is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination...
4651 - (Sleeps 14)
Scattered widely apart amid this unspoilt landscape are 50 farmhouses that seem as ancient as the hills. To date nearly half have...
13502 - (Sleeps 18)
This is a charming and luxurious Relais, situated near the historical town of Todi, and benefitting from panoramic views over the beautiful...
13866 - (Sleeps 18)
This beautiful country house, originally an ancient monastery dating back to the 12th century, has been sympathetically restored to provide luxurious and...
6426 - (Sleeps 2)
Colombaia is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination of...
22247 - (Sleeps 2)
General
Caigherardi is the very fabric that makes up such a historic and rustic Umbria. A true classic, this stone built farmhouse...
5637 - (Sleeps 2)
Enjoying seclusion and stunning views, La Limonaia is situated at the very edge of Borgo Bastia Creti and is a spacious retreat...
22290 - (Sleeps 2)
General
Caigherardi is the very fabric that makes up such a historic and rustic Umbria. A true classic, this stone built farmhouse...
19973 - (Sleeps 2)
Part of the hamlet of Borgo San Biagio, this tower will greatly appeal to those wishing to find a wonderfully eccentric and...
22172 - (Sleeps 3)
General
Set in the heart of Umbria and such a medieval part of Italy you would be forgiven for thinking you had travelled...
5624 - (Sleeps 3)
This former medieval hamlet, brought into the 21st Century by its delightful owner, provides excellent accommodation split into individual properties for smaller...
13253 - (Sleeps 3)
The charming villa apartments are part of a historic farmhouse dating back to the 15 th century. The Villa is located amongst...
5636 - (Sleeps 3)
This intimate property has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Outside steps lead from the sitting room down to a small garden area...
22301 - (Sleeps 3)
General
Set in the heart of Umbria and such a medieval part of Italy you would be forgiven for thinking you had travelled...
13853 - (Sleeps 4)
This beautifully restored apartment is on the first floor of a Casa Padronale, an old stone Umbrian farmhouse, dating back to the...
5625 - (Sleeps 4)
With glorious views over the valley below, this characterful cottage is perfect for a honeymoon couple or a family wishing for the...
19974 - (Sleeps 4)
The owner of Borgo San Biagio has carefully restored this former dwelling to provide comfortable accommodation for a family or two couples...
5627 - (Sleeps 4)
Accessed through an enclosed courtyard this is a delightfully romantic venue, finished to a high local standard. There is an attractive twin...
12762 - (Sleeps 4)
Recently restored, Casa di Venere is Renato's (owner of the Borgo San Biagio) favourite, complete with 2 double bedrooms, a large jacuzzi...
22179 - (Sleeps 4)
General
For those looking to really explore this beautiful region, also known as the ‘green heart of Italy’, the villa proves to be...
21218 - (Sleeps 4)
Umbria rural holiday rental - This beautifully furnished rustic stone house is hidden away on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria enjoying...
22193 - (Sleeps 4)
General
The English owners of this villa have holidayed with us at least four times. They then bought this property, renovated it from...
6961 - (Sleeps 4)
General
This cottage rests on the edge of the small Roman hamlet of Messinano and looks onto its quaintness. Within its own...
5634 - (Sleeps 4)
Steps lead up from the central courtyard of the Borgo to Gli Olivi, a spacious and light property on two floors with...
22295 - (Sleeps 4)
General
Set in the heart of Umbria and such a medieval part of Italy you would be forgiven for thinking you had travelled...
21219 - (Sleeps 4)
Umbria country cottage rental – Mirtillino is the smallest among three country houses built in a vast domain, set among the Umbrian...
14654 - (Sleeps 4)
Small rustic house recently restored and furnished with care and taste using old materials ("terracotta" floors, wooden beams). Set on the side...
22402 - (Sleeps 4)
General
Set in the heart of Umbria and such a medieval part of Italy you would be forgiven for thinking you had travelled...
6942 - (Sleeps 5)
General
This farmhouse surveys a panoramic landscape, looking out over the valley of Old Father Tiber. It is a classically solid stone construction...
18858 - (Sleeps 6)
Dating back to the 17th Century, the beautiful old stone Podere was home to a family of landowners who made luxurious Extra...
22168 - (Sleeps 6)
General
Caigherardi is the very fabric that makes up such a historic and rustic Umbria. A true classic, this stone built farmhouse...
18861 - (Sleeps 6)
Casa Gelsomino, sits high on a hillside with magnificent views towards Todi and its duomo. Aptly named after the profusion of...
5641 - (Sleeps 6)
For smaller groups looking for a tranquil and stylish setting for a relaxing break in the countryside, Casale del Sole is the...
19601 - (Sleeps 6)
The combination of glorious views over the Umbrian countryside, a tasteful interior behind a beautiful stone façade and, unique to our Italian...
5631 - (Sleeps 6)
Nestling amongst the beautiful green hills north of Lake Trasimeno, this farmhouse retreat provides an ideal holiday for those who really wish...
17307 - (Sleeps 6)
This beautiful old farm house, built of local stone and brick, is located two kilometres from the small hilltop village of Castello...
22207 - (Sleeps 6)
General
Set in the heart of Umbria and such a medieval part of Italy you would be forgiven for thinking you had travelled...
13856 - (Sleeps 6)
This delightful restored cottage is set within the estate of a luxurious villa, originally a 12h century monastery. It is situated in...
13252 - (Sleeps 6)
The charming villa apartments are part of a historic farmhouse dating back to the 15 th century. The Villa is located amongst...
13254 - (Sleeps 6)
The charming villa apartments are part of a historic farmhouse dating back to the 15 th century. The Villa is located amongst...
5635 - (Sleeps 6)
Outside steps from the central courtyard lead up to the small entrance lobby of I Cipressi, and a graceful stone staircase takes...
18871 - (Sleeps 6)
This cosy stone farmhouse is to be found at the end of a narrow and sometimes steep country lane, five minutes drive...
18872 - (Sleeps 6)
This beautifully restored country farmhouse, which looks towards magnificent medieval hilltop Todi, is ideally located close to some of Umbria's most famous...
5645 - (Sleeps 6)
The search for the perfect small villa is never easy. Casa Rosa is a rare find – a charming, and extremely private...
22445 - (Sleeps 6)
Noci - or Col delle Noci (Walnut Hill) to give its full name - consists of two buildings: the Main House and...
11087 - (Sleeps 6) Small rustic house recently renovated and furnished with care and taste using old materials ("terracotta" floors, wooden beams). Set on the side...
5649 - (Sleeps 6)
This well furnished and comfortable property, set in beautifully tended lawned gardens, is an ideal base for those who seek a “home...
10765 - (Sleeps 6)
This is a restored 16th century villa near Orvieto with private pool, located a short distance outside the village of San Severo...
5640 - (Sleeps 6)
This secluded cottage enjoys superb views and with its patio surrounded by a lawned area, it is an ideal retreat for small...
5650 - (Sleeps 6)
With its stupendous views over the Tevere valley and the Umbrian hills, this former medieval Lieutenants tower still provides an idyllic and...
13163 - (Sleeps 6)
General
This villa exterior is of a classic stone farmhouse, full of character and solidity. Expecting the interior to follow suit, as one...
21011 - (Sleeps 6)
General
To experience this villa is to experience true peace and tranquillity, sharing this glorious spot with the crickets and local birds that...
5133 - (Sleeps 6)
This cottage is part of the estate of La Preghiera, a luxurious 12th century monastery, situated in Umbria, in the centre of...
21465 - (Sleeps 7)
The villa is the perfect choice for those seeking a small secluded holiday home with a private pool in an...
18873 - (Sleeps 7)
Situated in an area known for its Etruscan necropoli and its flinty white wines this charming cottage offers the holidaymaker a cosy...
10105 - (Sleeps 8)
This idyllic setting must have been created for lovers of nature. A winding lane takes you past woods, vineyards and tobacco fields...
9183 - (Sleeps 8)
Recently restored by the owner of our popular Ceccomoro, Casa Andrea is also furnished in uncluttered, comfortable country style with fresh, light...
21845 - (Sleeps 8)
Nestling in lawned gardens, this charming farmhouse enjoys a truly delightful position with spectacular panoramic views. With two sitting rooms and a...
10920 - (Sleeps 8)
Villa to rent in Umbria - Located in a large, private estate surrounded by rolling green Umbrian hills is the Casa di...
21878 - (Sleeps 8)
This villa sits high on a hill with breathtaking views in all directions. Gentle hills and farmland flank one side of the...
5633 - (Sleeps 8)
Very private, with beautiful views from its own terrace and garden area, Le Ginestre provides unusually spacious accommodation on three floors, linked...
14374 - (Sleeps 8)
Just over 5km from the historic, vibrant city of Perugia, we came across Gli Oleandri, a lovely stone farmhouse set on one...
9668 - (Sleeps 8)
An amazing and carefully restored villa located in a wonderful private nature reserve in Umbria. Originally the estate’s gatekeeper residence, it has...
15414 - (Sleeps 8)
A former olive mill, Il Molino has been beautifully restored to an extremely high standard by its British interior designer owner, combining...
21606 - (Sleeps 8) Villa
A beautiful, colourful rose garden gives this Villa its lovely name. Bordered by tall laurel hedges and trees, this substantial stone...
10766 - (Sleeps 8)
Luxury Umbria villa rental near Todi - Il Sismano is a fully restored 17th century farmhouse, complete with all modern conveniences but...
22437 - (Sleeps 8)
This luxury villa is a sublime example of a typical Umbrian countryside retreat with all the comforts and services of a 5...
18882 - (Sleeps 8)
Situated in one of the most beautiful spots in Umbria and near the border with popular Tuscany this large and spacious villa...
18876 - (Sleeps 8)
Our top 3 things to do in Umbria are watch the sunset every day, lie under the expansive Umbrian sky, staring up...
18879 - (Sleeps 8)
Basking under the sun and fully restored to its former glory lies this wonderful stone retreat. Recently renovated both inside and out...
21851 - (Sleeps 8)
Very private, with beautiful views from its own terrace and garden area,this villa provides unusually spacious accommodation on three floors, linked...
18880 - (Sleeps 8)
Typical of the region, this warm stone farmhouse has all of the traditional features you would hope to find in a rural...
5638 - (Sleeps 8)
Imagine an early morning swim, looking at an unbelievable panorama, the mist rising from the Tiber valley below. There can be few...
21017 - (Sleeps 8)
Beautifully restored country farmhouses in this region are not common due to the fact that most of them are still lived in...
19869 - (Sleeps 8)
Poggio della Madonna has been beautifully restored to an extremely high standard by its British owners combining the best of Italian craftsmanship...
21466 - (Sleeps 8)
The villa is a newly-refurbished luxury villa, providing accommodation of a very high standard. A relaxing retreat in the centre...
17309 - (Sleeps 8)
This unique and magnificent property, originally an ancient fortress, offers guests the chance to experience a truly authentic medieval atmosphere, as lived...
22871 - (Sleeps 8)
Umbria is well known for having hidden treasures and this Villa is no exception. A luxurious 4 bedroom villa, with private swimming...
21220 - (Sleeps 8)
Italy villa with pool and views Umbria - surrounded by stunning countryside and mountains, and boasting breathtaking panoramic views, Villa dell'Orologio is...
18889 - (Sleeps 8)
Beautifully restored country farmhouses in this region are not common due to the fact that most of them are still lived in...
6954 - (Sleeps 8)
This top-notch property has been purpose-built from top to toe. It has been recently built (2006), and is a stand-alone private villa,...
21781 - (Sleeps 8)
The villa is a charming estate located on the green hills of Umbria, inside the natural park of Monte Acuto. In full...
16634 - (Sleeps 8)
With a hillside position surrounded by sunflower fields, corn fields and olive groves, this is a quintessential Italian villa escape, located near...
21595 - (Sleeps 8) Villa
Set in the hills above Lake Trasimeno, this eye-catching rural retreat enjoys a secluded position amongst mature parkland with panoramic views...
21472 - (Sleeps 8)
This villa is a newly-refurbished luxury villa, providing comfortable accommodation to enjoy a relaxing retreat in the centre of one of the...
22442 - (Sleeps 8)
The ground floor consists of a series of light, elegant reception rooms, connected by lovely arches, that lead to the stunning vista...
22588 - (Sleeps 8)
General
This elevated property is a large ancient stone house with, what have to be, some of the most far-reaching views in all...
13261 - (Sleeps 8)
This stone-built villa, totally restored in 2005, sits on the ruins of an ancient church dating back to the 11th century, and...
20525 - (Sleeps 8)
Lovely stone house divided in different levels, carefully and tastefully restored by the famous architect Mr Luigi Moretti paying attention to details....
21811 - (Sleeps 8)
This exceptional property is situated close to the very pretty Umbrian hill town of Todi. The location is ideal for visiting the...
10909 - (Sleeps 8)
Villa near Perugia - In a peaceful setting with picturesque views, this is a comfortable house enjoying a good location, being just...
5646 - (Sleeps 9)
A most attractive and extremely comfortable house with the complimentary use of a tennis court, panoramic views over the Umbrian hills, and...
15400 - (Sleeps 9)
Le Crete is an extremely comfortable stately looking house with extensive lawned gardens, modern furnishings and magnificent Umbrian views.
CV clients have already...
18891 - (Sleeps 9)
This farmhouse is some 1.5 km above the medieval town of Baschi and is a wonderfully rural location. Some clients have attempted...
20722 - (Sleeps 9)
General
This villa occupies a truly envious position amongst the glorious Umbrian countryside with perfect 360 degree panoramic views where the blue skies...
22853 - (Sleeps 10)
This pristinely restored estate property has a main house, guest house, swimming pool, 30 hectares, gardens, a medieval watchtower with potential and...
21782 - (Sleeps 10)
The villa is a lovely stone farmhouse on one of the beautiful hills around Todi. It has been recently restored and transformed...
10922 - (Sleeps 10)
Umbria villa to hire with private pool - Located in a hidden, unspoilt part of Italy, this villa offers a perfect refuge...
22448 - (Sleeps 10)
Castello di Reschio is a very private estate and nature reserve that covers 2,700 acres of Umbrian countryside on the border with...
21221 - (Sleeps 10)
Umbria farmhouse for rental – Fragolino is a large stone built farmhouse, set among the Umbrian rolling hills, totally refurbished in keeping...
10632 - (Sleeps 10)
Italian villa near Lake Trasimeno - Villa Giulietta is a charming Tuscan villa, formerly a working olive oil mill, with origins dating...
21467 - (Sleeps 10)
Decorated in elegant country style and within easy reach of the atmospheric hill town of Todi, this villa has magnificent...
21222 - (Sleeps 10)
Umbria farmhouse for rental – Lampone is a beautiful stone built farmhouse, set among the Umbrian rolling hills, totally refurbished in keeping...
14656 - (Sleeps 10)
Old country house recently renovated and furnished with great care and taste, using old materials ('terracotta' floors, wooden beams) and transformed into...
11086 - (Sleeps 10) Old country house recently renovated and furnished with great care and taste, using old materials ("terracotta" floors, wooden beams) and transformed into...
22446 - (Sleeps 10)
This villa stands in a commanding position with magnificent 360° views and has an extensive parterre, a heated 20 x 5m infinity...
15405 - (Sleeps 10)
Ripa Bianca, a wonderfully spacious and comfortable home, enjoys a delightful position with spectacular panoramic views. The villla is a wonderful example...
10949 - (Sleeps 10)
Luxury Italian villa - Set against a verdant green background of olive groves and beautiful countryside, this is a stunning property where...
15412 - (Sleeps 10)
There can be few locations in Italy that command such a stunning view. The beautiful house and magnificent gardens complete with a...
14657 - (Sleeps 11)
Old country house recently renovated and furnished with great care and taste, using old materials ('terracotta' floors, wooden beams) and converted into...
11088 - (Sleeps 11) Old country house recently renovated and furnished with great care and taste, using old materials ("terracotta" floors, wooden beams) and converted into...
21223 - (Sleeps 11)
Villa Leonessa is a restored period country house tucked away in the very heart of the Umbria landscape whose unspoilt beauty still...
22443 - (Sleeps 12)
This villa's history dates back to the 11th century and remnants of this era remain. It originally served as a watch tower,...
22432 - (Sleeps 12)
Recently restored yet maintaining its original character, this house offers relaxing holidays for small groups of friends or families in 6 bedrooms,...
10956 - (Sleeps 12)
This is a Todi villa for hire with private pool located in a panoramic position near the village of Collavalenza. Located amongst...
5642 - (Sleeps 12)
If there is such a thing as minimalist chic, it is Ceccomoro: an impressive property set in extensive lawned gardens, with heatable...
5632 - (Sleeps 12)
Nestling in lawned gardens, this charming farmhouse enjoys a truly delightful position with spectacular panoramic views. With two sitting rooms and a...
10954 - (Sleeps 12)
Private villa Umbria : This is a very elegant Italian villa with stunning views built in local stone, stylishly furnished and fully...
22438 - (Sleeps 12)
Nestled on its own and private hilltop that gradually winds down into the small town of Villa Pitignano, this splendid property...
10955 - (Sleeps 12)
Holiday accommodation in Umbria - Located a short distance from Todi, this villa is ideally situated to explore Umbria and southern Tuscany....
14655 - (Sleeps 12)
Beautiful cosy farmhouse with outbuilding that have been tastefully restored respecting the original structure and old materials. Dominating and peaceful position set...
12846 - (Sleeps 12) Beautiful cosy farmhouse with outbuilding that have been tastefully restored respecting the original structure and old materials. Dominating and peaceful position set...
22441 - (Sleeps 12)
Seven hectares of olive groves, wine, forests and open fields surround the estate and offer a breath taking view over the imposing...
19975 - (Sleeps 12)
Torre Palombaro is a perfect example of what a sensitive restoration can do for a classical Umbrian property.
In the little community...
15776 - (Sleeps 12)
Vergiliano di Sopra is a large 18th Century farmhouse which stands on a hilltop, with breathtaking 360 degree views of the Apennine...
21224 - (Sleeps 12)
Country villa in Umbria - Located near the charming town of Montefalco in a picturesque region of Umbria known for production of...
20654 - (Sleeps 12)
General
Once upon a time in central Umbria, there was an oval-shaped road with the cities of Perugia at the top and Terni...
17417 - (Sleeps 12)
The location is perfect: the villa itself enjoys utter tranquillity and superb views yet it is only a short distance from one...
15416 - (Sleeps 12) Descritption
Set on a hillside just ten kilometres from Perugia, Villa Giordano belongs very much to the modern concept of holiday homes-stylish, spacious...
15409 - (Sleeps 12)
An impressive house in an idyllic countryside setting, Villa Giulia is for those who will appreciate the owner’s high standards, reflected in...
21500 - (Sleeps 12)
This exceptionally beautiful estate, comprising 7 hectares of olive groves, vineyards, forests and open fields, is nestled in the Umbrian hills stretching...
13684 - (Sleeps 13)
This Villa is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination...
13683 - (Sleeps 14)
This Villa is part of Castello di Reschio, a private 2,700 acres estate in the Umbrian countryside. Reschio is a perfect combination...
22430 - (Sleeps 14)
An authentic Umbrian farmhouse, set in four hectares of vineyard and olive orchard. With original features including exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings...
21225 - (Sleeps 14)
Exclusive period castle by Umbrian lake – This pictoresque fairytale castle dating back to the 14th century is exceptionally situated on a...
4651 - (Sleeps 14)
Scattered widely apart amid this unspoilt landscape are 50 farmhouses that seem as ancient as the hills. To date nearly half have...
5644 - (Sleeps 14)
Beautiful unspoilt countryside surrounds Orvieto and it is here that Il Molinazzo, a spacious property with lovely open views, many terraces and...
22358 - (Sleeps 14)
Recently renovated this villa is an impeccable accommodation in the Umbrian countryside perfectly located to explore the beautiful nearby towns and villages....
13845 - (Sleeps 18)
General
The architect-owner of this property is justly proud of his work. From the ruins of the old farmhouse and stables he has...
22434 - (Sleeps 18)
This villa is a 16th century farmhouse located on one of the rolling hills of the Murlo estate in the lovely Umbrian...
13502 - (Sleeps 18)
This is a charming and luxurious Relais, situated near the historical town of Todi, and benefitting from panoramic views over the beautiful...
13067 - (Sleeps 18)
Previously an ancient monastery dating back to the 1100's, This has been carefully restored to a luxurious and refined country house, nestling...
22440 - (Sleeps 18)
This house is an exclusive and award winning villa in Umbria. The charm of ancient times is amplified by the balconies, the...
21469 - (Sleeps 18)
The villa is an intact 14th century farmhouse newly refurbished, set on the top of one of the rolling hills...
13866 - (Sleeps 18)
This beautiful country house, originally an ancient monastery dating back to the 12th century, has been sympathetically restored to provide luxurious and...
12845 - (Sleeps 18)
This villa was originally the summer residence of the noble Perugian Donnini Mancini family. A seventeenth century farm, it was converted in...
17416 - (Sleeps 18)
Villa Manforte di Chiavenna is a 19th-century Holiday villa , restored and furnished with passion and extreme care, rocked by the sweet...
5623 - (Sleeps 20)
This former medieval hamlet, provides excellent accommodation for one private group, with an unusually large, heated swimming pool. Located in rural Umbria,...
22240 - (Sleeps 20)
General
Like beads on a necklace the incomparable Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, and Todi are strung together by an oval-shaped road. Just off this...
17413 - (Sleeps 25)
Just over an hour north of Rome, near Spoleto, there is a 17th C Villa in a private garden, home away...
22433 - (Sleeps 28)
This villa consists of a central building and another edifice, the antique “foresteria”, which is linked to the central building. It is...
6962 - (Sleeps 4)
General
Only 6 kms from the bustle of Assisi centre, this villa is perched among the evergreen trees on Mount Subasio. Visitors enjoy...
6963 - (Sleeps 6)
General
Only 6 kms from the bustle of Assisi centre, this villa is perched among the evergreen trees on Mount Subasio. Visitors enjoy...
Umbrian villas are some of the most sought after villas in Italy.
Umbria merges seamlessly with Tuscany, for this province, Italy’s ‘Green Heart’, displays the same essential and timeless components as her better-known northern neighbour; a landscape of undulating hills swathed with silvery-green olive groves and outlined with cypresses which dip into valleys chequer-boarded with green vineyards and fields of golden sunflowers. On almost every hilltop, ancient walls encircle medieval villages - many of them, such as Monte Castello di Vibio with its tiny theatre, contain treasures equal to Italy’s finest, yet are so seldom visited that you often feel you are making your own personal and very special discovery.
Umbria also has more than its fair share of celebrated beauties. Enchanting Gubbio is home not only to the superb Palazzo dei Consoli but also to the annual 900-year-old race, the ‘Corsa dei Ceri’, second only to Siena’s ‘Palio’ for passionate involvement and medieval spectacle, yet scarcely known outside Italy. Perugia, the cosmopolitan capital of Umbria, has a fascinating and ancient centre, with one of the most impressive medieval Palazzos in Italy, as well as frescoes by the town’s most famous native painter, Perugino, and by his pupil Raphael, plus an unequalled collection of paintings by Umbrian Masters. Captivating Todi perches dramatically atop its craggy site, whilst outside its intact mediaeval walls lies one of Italy’s most perfectly executed Renaissance churches. Orvieto is famed not only for its white wine but also for its cliff-top vantage point above a vine-covered plain and for its breathtaking Gothic cathedral. Like many other towns in Umbria, delightful Spoleto has antique origins that can still be seen in the Roman stones of its walls and a far more modern, international arts festival each June which has overtaken all others in Italy for innovation and importance.
Assisi, with its fabulously frescoed cathedral of St Francis, is to this day a pilgrimage centre of haunting power and dignity. In Assisi’s steep and winding backstreets, or in the fortress high above the town, the soft pink stone resonates with the echoes and beliefs of the past. It is natural to ask what kept Umbria in the shadow of Tuscany for so long. Historically, Umbria lacked both the power and ruthlessness of the Medicis and an exit to the coast, for Umbria is the only province in Italy to have neither seaboard nor foreign frontier. Sleeping away in its land-locked fastness, Umbria has remained one of the most traditional regions of Italy. A deeply held attachment to the native earth imbues the place with a serenity that even a temporary visitor can find both profoundly relaxing and completely irresistible.
Irresistible too are the wines of Umbria and the truffles, both white and black, that are the region’s great speciality. Working off all the excellent food and wine is no penance because Umbria is heaven for walkers. There are gentle rambles around Lake Trasimeno (the fourth largest lake in Italy) and in the rolling hills west of Perugia. More ambitious hikes can be enjoyed in the nature reserve of Monte Subasio near Assisi, or even in the wild mountains of the Monte Sibillini in southeast Umbria, which provides the third highest point in the Italian peninsula. Rich in walking trails, Umbria is also just as wealthy in flowers and wildlife.
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