Hilltop Country Villa | Lazio

Interiors

Local craftsman skillfully restored this Lazio country villa in 2007. They maintained the properties of a traditional farmhouse while integrating the best of modern Italian design. Moreover, the villa is spacious and airy with a total of five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. Three of these bathrooms are ensuite. All bedrooms have ceiling fans and built in closets. Overall this Lazio country villa can accommodate 12 people. Eight can sleep in four king beds, 2 in twin beds and 2 in extra beds.

You’ll find the main entrance of this Lazio country villa with arched French doors which open into a large and comfortable living room with views of the medieval town of Trevinano. It is furnished with two large sofas set in front of a large, modern wood burning fireplace. Furthermore, across from here you’ll find a credenza with satellite TV and DVD player, and an MP-3 player.

The dining room, that seats 12 shares its views of Trevinano with the living room and has arched French doors opening onto a patio which overlooks the infinity pool and the woods of Monte Rufeno across the valley.

In addition, there is a modern gourmet kitchen with travertine stone counters and sink, gas cooktop, oven, refrigerator with freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Also, the kitchen island  provides seating for five. A set of French doors opens onto a large portico for al fresco dining. Finally, all the windows and doors have southern and eastern exposures that fill the kitchen with light throughout the day.

Exteriors

The villa’s four acres boast 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape that includes a rich history of Etruscan settlements and medieval towns. There is a large pool (5×13 meters) with infinity edges. It has a shallow area to accommodate children. A patio furnished with sun beds surrounds the pool, perfect for sun bathing.

In addition there is a pond surrounded by oak trees and hammocks creating an oasis of relaxation. Moreover, there is a newly planted olive grove with over sixty plants just beneath the pond.

A special feature of the house is a 10 meter portico with stunning views of Monte Rufeno and the valley of the Paglia River. The custom stone table which seats twelve is a great place for al fresco meals. A wood-burning fireplace allows for outdoor cooking. There is also a comfortable seating area that is the perfect place for reading a book or sipping a glass of wine.

Location

This Lazio country villa has a prime location, positioned near many desirable tourist destinations in Italy. You’ll find the villa about two hours north of Rome and one and a half hours south of Florence. You can reach the villa from both of these cities by train at the stop Fabro. It is also about one hour from Siena and Perugia, cities which both have airports. Also it is possible to make day trips to several surrounding villages. These characteristic medieval villages include Trevinano, San Casciano del Bagni, Proceno and Acquapendente.  Discover the beautiful views of the surrounding valley from Treviano, the thermal baths of San Casciano del Bagni, the lively piazza of Proceno and the Etruscan history of Acquapendente.

Services

The villa offers assistance in the planning of special events, dinners, cooking classes and wine tours.