Casale Garfigna
INTRODUCTION
Region
Umbria, Citta di Castello
Location
Nicely positioned in northern Umbria near Tuscany, Italy
Area Map - Route planning
Summary
Casale Garfigna is situated in the midst of a wonderful panoramic contest, overlooking the rolling Umbrian hills, not far from Cortona, a characteristic Tuscan town which each year welcomes thousands of foreign visitors.
This property is 400 meters above sea level, and is divided into two residential buildings, the main property and a smaller house. It is entirely built in stone and in perfect symphony with the area. Its strategic position is ideal for a relaxing holiday in direct contact with nature, as well as an excellent starting point for daily excursions and trips in both Umbria and Tuscany, such as, Montepulciano, Pienza, Siena, Perugia, Gubbio, Todi, Orvieto and the Trasimeno Lake.
Inside this splendid property there is traditional terracotta flooring, wooden and stone staircases and wooden ceiling beams. The well kept furnishing is a harmonious mix of antique and modern furniture which guarantees complete comfort. Last but not least there are numerous verandas and pergolas which offer guests the possibility of pleasantly lunching and dining outside.
Why this is Special Umbria
This house qualifies for Special Umbria because of the unique combination between traditional Umbrian building and modern/classic interiors. An ideal place to stay!
BOOKING INFORMATION
Pricing per week
January - April and October - 18 December: EUR 1910; May, June, September, Christmas - New Year: EUR 2545; July - August: EUR 3390.
Procedure
Deposit: 30% upon booking plus EUR 40 reservation fee, balance 40 days prior to arrival;
security deposit: EUR 700;
weekly cleaning included in the rental price;
extra linen and cleaning available upon request;
internet fast connection, telephone and heating separately charged upon consumption.
Changing
Saturdays arrival as of 4 PM until 7 PM, departure latest 10 AM.
ACCOMODATION
Bedrooms
The main property is on three floors. At the ground floor is a spacious double bedroom, equipped with desk and book shelves, from which you can reach the pergola with table and chairs. At the first floor level is a double bedroom, a single room which has a desk and impressive bookshelf. At the second floor one will find a double bedroom, a corner desk, a three seated sofa, satellite TV, VHS and DVD. Dependance: situated on the side of the main building, this quaint little house is divided into two floors. From the external staircase, you will enter the property on the first floor where you will find a large living room with fireplace, bathroom with shower and a double bedroom. The spiral staircase will take you to the ground floor where there is a double bedroom, a bathroom with shower, a spacious room, which includes the kitchen and dining area. From here you can access the terrace which is immersed in the nature, equipped with deck chairs and chairs.
Bathrooms
At the ground floor is a bathroom with shower; the first floor hosts a bathroom with bath tub.
Kitchen
A large kitchen is part of the ground floor area.
Livingrooms
The first floor is accessible from an internal wooden staircase in front of the store room. First of all you will notice the comfortable sofas in the main living room equipped with a fireplace and stereo. In front of the main entrance, in the living room there is an internal stone staircase which accesses the second floor. This area gives the impression of being in a characteristic loft, given its vast open space and its pendant wooden roof.
Other rooms
On the ground floor there is a games room and a store room.
Cleaning
Weekly cleaning and weekly fresh bed linen; more often upon request.
Amenities/Facilities
Amenities: Hob/Stove, Oven, Fridge with freezer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Iron+board, Satellite tv, Television, Internet access, Cot, Barbeque, Private pool, all in good condition.
Accessibility
The house is not specifically suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
Outside
The garden extends to over 5000 m², accessible from the main path. In this vast area there are also olive groves, pines and various large trees offering the perfect shade from the Italian sun. Both buildings have verandas and pergolas equipped with table and chairs.
The pool, open from the last Saturday of April to the first Saturday of October, is situated only a few meters from both properties, where you can only see the breathtaking Umbrian and Tuscan countryside. The pool has a rectangular shape, with roman style steps, and measures 6 m x 12 m, with a various depth from 1,20 m to 2,50 m. The pool area is surrounded by a mix of paving, lawn, and hosts also a beautiful pergola with sun lounges, tables, barbeque, benches and umbrellas. There is also an outside shower and changing room. A truly well equipped area.
Notes
SURROUNDINGS
A 600 meter unpaved road leads to Casale Garfigna. The property is located at the border of the two regions Umbria and Tuscany. It is an ideal operating base to explore the area of Val Tiberina with Città di Castello, Sansepolcro, Anghiari, all medieval towns where you can find beautiful masterpieces as well as enjoy very beautiful views.
San Pietro a Monte (1 km), Calzolaro (3 km) and Trestina (8 km) are nearest towns where there are some shops where you can do you basic shopping.
LEISURE
Leisure
Lake Trasimeno is not too far for beach and water sports leisure in Tuoro (42 km). Golf courses are at Golf Club Antognolla (18 holes) near Pierantonio (29 km) and in Panicarola (57 km) at Golf Course Lamborghini (9 holes) and in Ellera Umbra (48 km) at Golf Club Perugia (18 holes).
Special activities
All kind of activities and services, excursions, cooking at home, children activities, can be arranged on request.
Festivals
World famous Umbria Jazz (July) and Eurochocolate (October) in Perugia.
GETTING THERE
Nearest international airports are at Umbria - Sant'Egidio near Perugia (50 km), Rome Fiumicino (240 km) and Rome Ciampino (226 km), Florence (130 km), Forli (149 km), Ancona (178 km) and Bologna (209 km); the nearest E45 Motorway exit is at Promano (7 km) for northbound to Citta di Castello and further to Ravenna, Rimini and Bologna - Milan and southbound to Umbertide and Perugia; nearest train station is in Trestina (8 km) where 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: Citta di Castello (19 km), (wine in) Montepulciano (60 km), Castiglione del Lago (48 km), Arezzo (55 km), Cortona (27 km), Siena (98 km), Florence (128 km), Perugia (47 km), Gubbio (48 km), Todi (86 km), Orvieto (115 km), Spoleto (101 km), Montefalco / Bevagna (80 km), Deruta (62 km), Assisi (60 km) and of course Rome (212 km).