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Last updated: 11/15/2006

Overview

Podere Fontegallo is a newly restored 17th century farmhouse on a hill in the beautiful Green Heart of Italy, the tranquil Umbrian countryside just ten minutes drive from Tuscany, with breathtaking views of gentle rolling hills of agriculture, olive, cypress, Aleppo pine, oak and chestnut trees, Lago Trasimeno, Lago Chuisi and the Medieval hilltop villages of Cortona, Chiusi, Tuoro, Chianciano-Terme, Montepulciano and the mountains in the distance on the horizon. In summer the fields are rich with the yellow of sunflowers then come the browns, golds and greens as the seasons change.

Prices & deals

Lowest Daily Price:

120 EUR

Highest Daily Price:

240 EUR

Lowest Weekly Price:

800 EUR

Highest Weekly Price:

1400 EUR

Cleaning fee:

N/A

Charging Method:

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Payment Types:

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Location & area

Lago Trasimeno (10km), which can be seen from Podere Fontegallo, is the fourth largest lake in Italy with 10 public beaches, all subject to continuous water quality controls according to E.E.C. norms, 4 public swimming pools, and nearby facilities for sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, horse riding, golf, tennis, archery, biking, including mountain bikes, and the beautiful undulating countryside is perfect for walking.



A ferry from the nearby town of Castiglione del Lago takes you to the island of Isola Maggiore famous for its' lace-making.
Lago Trasimeno, is less than 15 km from the border of Tuscany, and is in the centre of one of the richest districts in the world from the historical, artistic and cultural points of view.



In a journey of less than two hours by car you can see 20% of the world’s artistic heritage and explore and experience Etruscan, Medieval and Renaissance towns including, Castiglione del Lago (voted one of the most beautiful towns in Italy) (10km), Chiusi (10km), Paciano (winner of the EU ‘perfect village’ competition) (12km), Panicale (15km), Cortona (30km), Montepulciano (35km), Pienza (40km), Montalcino (60km), Chianciano Terme (Thermal baths) (30km), Perugia (45km), San Feliciano (40km), Assisi (55km), Foligno (70km), Deruta (famous for its ceramics) (70km), Gubbio (70km), Cetona (25km), Citta della Pieve (25km), Orvieto (55km), Todi (60km), Spello (65km), Arezzo (50km), San Casciano dei Bagni (Thermal waters) (35km), Siena (90km), Spoleto (90km), Volterra (130km), Urbino (130km), Florence (130km) and Rome (160km).



From Chiusi-Chiancaino Terme station (12km) you can reach Florence or Rome in about one hour to visit the world famous museums, galleries and architectural heritage and then return to the tranquillity of the gentle Umbrian countryside.



Indulge in the finest local Umbrian and Tuscan cuisine and wines and shop in the chic boutiques.



Umbria is famous for its Virgin Olive Oil and Tartufo.

In Umbria and nearby Tuscany there are ongoing cultural events including international music festivals; symphonic and chamber music, jazz, and opera as well as numerous festas, sagre (feasts), antique fairs and markets to visit and explore.

Address:

18 Localita La Villa, 06061, Castiglione Del Lago, Italy

Accommodation located in:

boating on lake trasimeno, countryside, leisure area, near cultural interest, near golf course, near historical interest, near horse riding, near restaurants & bars, near shopping area, near tennis courts, rural, village!

Amenities & services

Podere Fontegallo has been recently restored with utmost care to a very high standard using the best materials in keeping with the character of the house.

Outside on the wall of the house is a locally designed handmade ceramic meridian, the three patios are decorated with handmade ceramic tiles, on the roof are three beautiful chimneys, then there is the environmentally friendly swimming pool (6m x 14m) with water purified by UVA rays (no chlorine) and views of the countryside and Lago Chiusi and Trasimeno, and throughout the property are quiet places to sit and admire the views.

Inside are typical terracotta floors, beamed ceilings, fireplaces, original doors and wrought iron beds.

# of Units: 1... and each unit includes:

• Bedrooms: 2
• Bathrooms: 1
• Single beds: 2
• Double beds: 1
• Baby cots: 1
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