Casa Asproli
INTRODUCTION
Region
Umbria, Todi area
Location
Charming semidetached country house wonderfully positioned in the Umbrian hills, Italy
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Summary
This semi detached house forms part of a small Borgo, near Todi, which has just been restored in its entirety to a very high standard using original materials. With commanding views over the surrounding countryside, Casa Asproli has its own private gardens (appx 1/4 acre) and the use of a beautifully positioned swimming pool and AstroTurf tennis court set in 11 acres of shared grounds.
There is a secluded outside dining area with pergola and stunning views across uninterrupted countryside. The irrigated lawns are stocked with fruit and olive trees. The house is on 1 level and has been lovingly finished using cotto tiled floors, waxed beams, traditional paint techniques and handmade furniture. The 3 bedrooms have traditional cast iron beds, good quality mattresses and white linen. There are 2 bathrooms with showers, glass screens and heated towel rails. The living space has a stone fireplace and kitchen with dishwasher. There is also a washing machine, flat screen satellite TV, DVD and iPod docking station/speakers.
Why this is Special Umbria
Lovely place with beautiful outside enjoying great views; ideal for two couples or a family with younger kids.
BOOKING INFORMATION
Pricing per week
October - March: EUR 1100; April - June, September, Christmas / New Year and Easter: EUR 1500; July - August: EUR 1900.
Procedure
Deposit: 30% upon booking, balance including final cleaning 6 weeks before arrival;
final cleaning: EUR 100;
security deposit: EUR 300.
Changing
To accomodate Ryanair flights from/to London on Sundays (depending other bookings) arrival after 4 PM, departure latest 10 AM. Please inquire for an alternative arrival/departure day, we will do our utmost best to meet your travel plans.
ACCOMODATION
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 with king size double bed. Bedroom 2 with king size double bed. Bedroom 3 with two single beds. All beds have high quality memory foam mattresses and white linen.
Bathrooms
Bedroom 1 has an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, wc, bidet and handbasin. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have a bathroom with glass shower cubicle, wc, bidet and handbasin.
Kitchen
Cooker, hob, integral fridge, separate glass fronted wine/drinks fridge, dishwasher, chrome toaster and kettle. Good quality white crockery and plenty of large wine glasses!
Livingrooms
Large living area comprises the kitchen, handmade dining table with 6 chairs, old style leather sofa, two stylish armchairs, coffee table and a striking stone fireplace. Sat TV/DVD. Two glazed, double wooden doors lead onto the rear garden with sweeping views.
Other rooms
The rental includes all linen, towels and swimming pool towels, electricity, central heating, use of swimming pool and tennis court and caretaker who is resident at the Borgo.
Cleaning
Final cleaning after departure, more often upon request against separate charge.
Amenities/Facilities
Amenities: Oven, Fridge with freezer, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Iron+board, Satellite tv, Central heating, Barbeque, Shared pool, all in good condition.
Accessibility
A pathway leads directly from the car parking area through the front garden to the house. All rooms are on the ground floor with no change in levels, suitable for wheelchair users.
Outside
Garden furniture, consisting of a white painted iron dining table with 6 chairs, 4 sun loungers, 4 sun beds by the pool and a Weber barbecue, is provided for guests. The private, well stocked garden extends to approximately one quarter of an acre. It has a pathway leading to the large, shared swimming pool which, together with the AstroTurf tennis court, has recently been completed to a very high standard. The grounds are tended and maintained by a Caretaker who is on hand for any assistance that may be required. At the heart of the Borgo lies the original, grand villa and cobbled square. There is also a vegetable and herb garden stocked with a variety of seasonal produce for guests to enjoy.
Notes
The house totals approximately 110 sqm and is all on one level, making it suitable for families, disabled and elderly people. Central heating radiators are provided to all rooms. The property has several sets of glazed, wood framed double doors providing excellent natural light throughout the house. All doors and windows have internal wooden shutters. Whilst children are welcome, please note that the swimming pool is not alarmed or fenced. No pets are allowed.
SURROUNDINGS
The majestic hill top, walled town of Todi is approximately 15 minutes drive from the Borgo. A study by Richard Levine, Professor at the University of Kentucky, concluded that Todi is one of the best places in the world to live on the basis of its environment, housing and lifestyle. Cars can be parked at the foot of the town from where a funicular lift ascends to the centre in couple of minutes. The views are breathtaking and an extensive range of restaurants, shops, historical and cultural attractions are on hand.
The Lake Trasimeno is 85 km away. Some small shops can be found in the nearest village Izzalini (4 km) and the other most important town is Todi (9 km).
LEISURE
Leisure
Ideal for long walks directly from the property. Beach and water sport facilities at the nearby Lake Trasimeno (85 km). A golf course is in Ellera Umbra (28 km) at Golf Club Perugia (18 holes).
Special activities
All kind of activities can be arranged at request (separate prices).
Festivals
World famous Umbria Jazz (July) and Eurochocolate (October) in Perugia.
GETTING THERE
Nearest airports are Umbria International Airport Sant'Egidio near Perugia (55 km), Rome Fiumicino (177 km) and Ciampino (160 km) International Airports and Florence International Airport (210 km); nearest E45 Motorway exit is in Todi (10 km) for Rome, Perugia and Florence; the train station of Todi is near and in Todi also car rentals are available.
Distances
The most important cities in Umbria and Tuscany with all facilities for shopping, culture and art are within reach: (wine in) Montepulciano (90 km), Castiglione del Lago (95 km), Cortona (100 km), Siena (150 km), Florence (190 km), Perugia (55 km), Gubbio (90 km), Orvieto (35 km), Spoleto (83 km), Montefalco / Bevagna (55 km), Deruta (35 km), Assisi (66 km) and of course Rome (155 km).