Vista Del Mondo-Country House, Pool, Spoleto Centre-20 mins/Rome-80 mins

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo:Country House
Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo:Country House
  • Per week €1,000 - €1,550
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
Per week (USD) $1,272 - $1,972
  • Bedrooms7
  • Sleeps12
  • 4 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Spoleto vacation cottage rental
Pool a Few Metres Down Lane, Giro D'Italia Road to Spoleto - 7 miles, Stunning !

Why not stay atop a private mountain in a self catering, traditional, Umbrian cottage with a 120 sq mt pool, a few minutes walk away? Just 20 min to central Spoleto, a drive through the most heavenly scenery, leaving the tiny fairy-tale city sprawled below, fringed by mountains with olive groves, vineyards, monasteries, churches and ancient ruins scattered all about?

Picture being above the clouds immersed in deep blue skies, mountains above and below, rolling pastures all around, the most stunning walks that go on for ever and .....silence, except for bird-song? If you are seeking peace and tranquility, this place is for you !

Spectacular locations are easy to find in Umbria. But, this is the best ! Film-makers flock here for inspiration. And, unlike other mountain properties, Vista Del Mondo is at the end of a private lane, where our guests’ cars are the only cars on the road for miles. And, no struggling on stony roads strewn with boulders, in constant fear of a puncture !

Details for Vista Del Mondo-Country House 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, 4 Bathrooms

Vista Del Mondo-Country House, a large, beautifully restored hermitage, on top of a private mountain, is 7 miles from central Spoleto and 0.5 miles from the famous Giro D'Italia cycle race route, set in splendid grounds that give way to panoramic mountain and valley views all around. Snaking past the side of the house is the oldest pilgrim trail in Umbria that, in one direction leads to Rieti and Grecchio, and, in the other leads to Assisi. In the recent past, the house was blessed by the Bishop of Spoleto and a stone erected at the gate-post to mark the historic significance of this house and its location. The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Spoleto, who wishes to include Vista Del Mondo and its surrounding pilgrim paths as part of Umbria's heritage trails. The whole area surrounding Vista Del Mondo is peppered with pilgrim trails and is perfect for those who love to walk in beauty. Posta Del Sole + Villa Marianna, both with private pools and both ours, are your only neighbours.
Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo:Country House

Vista Del Mondo:Country House

Spoleto cottage rental - View of Villa Marianna (pool) from Vista Del Mondo

View of Villa Marianna (pool) from Vista Del Mondo

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Sitting/dining room - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - 1 of many outstanding views from Vista Del Mondo

1 of many outstanding views from Vista Del Mondo

Spoleto cottage rental - 1 of many outstanding views from Vista Del Mondo

1 of many outstanding views from Vista Del Mondo

Spoleto cottage rental - Double bedroom - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Double bedroom - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Villa Marianna pool, a few minutes walk from VDM

Villa Marianna pool, a few minutes walk from VDM

Spoleto cottage rental - 1 of many terrace/sun-bathing area

1 of many terrace/sun-bathing area

Spoleto cottage rental - 1 of many olive groves surrounding Vista Del Mondo

1 of many olive groves surrounding Vista Del Mondo

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo - THE St Francis official pass

Vista Del Mondo - THE St Francis official pass

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Sitting/dining room - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Terrace of Vista Del Mondo in Winter

Terrace of Vista Del Mondo in Winter

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo in Autumn/official St Francis pass

Vista Del Mondo in Autumn/official St Francis pass

Spoleto cottage rental - Double bedroom - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Double bedroom - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Sitting/dining room - 2 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo/fantastic scenery/private mountain

Vista Del Mondo/fantastic scenery/private mountain

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo in Autumn

Vista Del Mondo in Autumn

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Sitting/dining room - 1 of 4 - ground floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 3 of 4 - upper/can be bedr

Sitting/dining room - 3 of 4 - upper/can be bedr

Spoleto cottage rental - Vista Del Mondo-Country House

Vista Del Mondo-Country House

Spoleto cottage rental - Lane from Vista Del Mondo to Villa Marianna/Autumn

Lane from Vista Del Mondo to Villa Marianna/Autumn

Spoleto cottage rental - Sitting/dining room - 4 of 4 - upper/can be bedr

Sitting/dining room - 4 of 4 - upper/can be bedr

Spoleto cottage rental - Double bedroom - 4 of 4 - upper floor

Double bedroom - 4 of 4 - upper floor

Spoleto cottage rental - Part of the grounds in Autumn

Part of the grounds in Autumn

Nearest Airport : Rome, Perugia, Ancona at 20 Miles
Nearest Train : Spoleto at 7 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Orte at 20 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 30 Miles
Car: necessary

Vista Del Mondo is above a small village, Bazzano Superiore, one of the most sought after villages to live in, outside of Spoleto. Paradoxically, however, although Vista Del Mondo is higher than Bazzano Superiore, it is quicker to get everywhere from Vista Del Mondo, simply because of the good, private lane that comes almost to your front door.

This lane joins the road that leads directly to all the Umbrian “hot-spots”. You can be driving on the Valnerina within 20 minutes, from where you can easily go to Norcia and the Gran Piano or to the Adriatic, passing a myriad of hill-top towns on the way. Or, in the opposite direction, you can be in central Spoleto in 20 minutes. Whichever way you choose to go, Assisi, Perugia, Orvieto, Trevi, Foligno…. are all well within a 45 minutes drive. And, the territory that you pass through is mind-blowing beautiful. The Umbrian countryside is what dreams are made of. And, Rome is just over an hour by train.

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Spoleto, Italy

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Jul 1 2012 Jul 15 2012 €1,350 - - - - - - 1 Week
Jul 16 2012 Aug 21 2012 €1,550 - - - - - - 1 Week
Aug 22 2012 Aug 31 2012 €1,350 - - - - - - 1 Week
Sep 1 2012 Oct 31 2012 €1,100 - - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • Days in addition to a week are calculated pro-rata the weekly rate.

    DISCOUNTED OFFER !!

    10% discount off the 2nd averagely rated week of a 2 week booking OR a 30% discount off the 3rd averagely rated week of a 3 week booking OR a 50% discount off the 4th averagely rated week of a 4 week booking.

    For bookings longer than 4 weeks, each subsequent week attracts a discount of 5%.

    This is a limited offer and may be withdrawn at any time - however, I will guarantee this offer for 2 weeks from the day I reply to your enquiry. This offer overrides discounts offered in the Booking Information sent to you in response to an enquiry.

    Pool open from May 1 - Oct 31
  • The rate includes up to 12 persons.
  • Beware of owners who ask that you pay for the heating, in addition to the rental rate, at the end of your stay, you could well find yourself having to pay the same as you've paid in rent or even more, such is the exorbitant cost of gas, electricity and wood in Italy.

    We provide for free all utilities...down to the last detail, including unlimited hot water. And, we give you a generous Welcome Pack...wine, fruit, pasta, olive oil, bread, milk, tea, coffee, cereal, salad etc so that our guests can relax immediately on arrival and think about 'the big shop' the next day.

    ALL UTILITIES, SUN-LOUNGERS, COTS, HIGH-CHAIRS, LINEN, BEACH TOWELS , A GENEROUS WELCOME PACK + CLEANING AT END OF STAY ARE ABSOLUTELY FREE.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Spoleto, Italy

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 300 m²

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural

Theme:
  • budget
  • family

General:
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
  • private chef
  • activities guide
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • soaps basic
  • sunbed
  • central heating
  • firewood
  • restaurant dining guide
  • shampoo
  • local maps
  • paper towels

Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • oven
  • coffee maker
  • cooking utensils
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • hob

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 14 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 14 people

Bathrooms:
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Shower, Toilet, Bidet
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower, Bidet
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower, Bidet
    Bathroom 4 - Bidet, Shower, Toilet
  • All 4 bathrooms consist of a shower unit, bidet and WC - no tubs.

Bedrooms:
  • 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King, 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 2 - 1 King, 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 3 - 1 King, 1 Twin/ Single, 1 Baby Crib, cot by request, no extra charge
    Bedroom 4 - 1 King, 1 Twin/ Single, 1 Baby Crib, cot by request, no extra charge
    Bedroom 5 - 1 Baby Crib, 2 Twin/ Single, cot by request, no extra charge
    Bedroom 6 - 1 Baby Crib, 2 Twin/ Single, cot by request, no extra charge
    Bedroom 7 - 1 Baby Crib, 2 Twin/ Single, cot by request, no extra charge
  • There are 7 double/triple bedrooms, if you wish 3 of the 4 sitting/dining rooms to be converted into extra bedrooms. There are 4 conventional double bedrooms. The bathrooms in each of the 4 apartments are in a separate corridor in each case. So, you can usually access a bathroom, without disturbing anyone. However, a sitting/dining room converted into a bedroom would need to be walked through, if you wished to access the main bedroom of that apartment. Usually, the converted bedrooms are used by the children, who do not require the same level of privacy as the adults. When children are placed upstairs in the converted bedrooms, this works well, leaving the adults to party away downstairs, knowing the children are safe upstairs !
Entertainment:
  • video library
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • books
  • books adult
  • DVD
  • music library

Communication / Internet:
  • cell phone

Outside:
  • terrace
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 14 garden chairs
  • 14 beach chairs
  • 12 bicycles

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • long term renters welcome
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels
  • beach chairs

Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • museums
  • live theater
  • restaurants
  • water parks
  • ruins
  • winery tours

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • scenic drives
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • hospital

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountaineering
  • tennis
  • freshwater fishing
  • fly fishing
  • hiking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • swimming
  • whitewater rafting
  • mountain climbing

Notes: Vista Del Mondo-Country House consists of APT L + APT R, containing 4 sitting/dining rooms, inc 4 fitted kitchens/4 dble bedrooms, 4 bath-rms, 4 hair-dryers, 2 washing machines + 2 TV/DVDs. Any of the 4 sitting/dining rooms can be converted, by request, into bedrooms that can sleep up to 3 or 4 children. The house naturally divides into 2 semi-detached parts, which we sometimes call : APT L (left) and APT R (right), each side of the house having its own, independant internal staircase and front and back entrances. The whole house sleeps up to 12 persons. There is a private pool (120 sq mts) at Villa Marianna, another of our properties, 0.25 miles away,, to which the guests of Vista Del Mondo have full-time access. The pool is often quiet and sometimes empty. Next to the pool is a very large sandy area for the use of children with swings and climbing frames etc. Please note that there is a toilet next to the pool.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Spoleto, Italy

HISTORY OF VISTA DEL MONDO : COUNTRY HOUSE: Vista Del Mondo was a hermitage, used by St Francis as a mid stopping point, on his regular journey between Grecchio and Assisi. Years ago, when the hermitage was a ruin, I would walk here, to the top of the world. I would wander around the hermitage, caress its worn bricks, beams and old wooden doors and marvel at its beauty, its location and its history. I had no idea that in several years’ time, I would be partners with the owner of the mountain, a humble person, a famous builder, who has restored half of Spoleto and beyond, a deeply religious man, who performs his work as an act of homage to God and for whom money is not the goal. He set about restoring the hermitage to its former 'glory'. I use the word 'glory' advisedly. As Silvano is always reminding me, the pilgrims did not have lavish tastes. This house is a testament to a purity that combines splendour with simplicity. Nature provides the wonder. A holy stone, placed at the gates commemorates the richness of its history.

PEACE, PURE PEACE !: Situated at the highest point of this pilgrimage, Vista Del Mondo stands proud, surveying the Appenines, iridescent with snow in the winters, fertile with lush green and purple pastures in the summer. On the other side, the world tumbles away, towards Assisi, taking olive groves, vineyards, monasteries and a myriad of hill-top mediaeval towns in the sweep of a gaze. Stand still. The soft breeze tickles your skin. Hear birds singing and bells tinkling. Watch our flocks of sheep, goats, cows and horses roam freely in the nearby fields, all private land belonging to Vista Del Mondo and our other 2 villas on the mountain. Experience profound peace. At a distance, there are other home-steads and farms dotted around, leading down to Bazzano Inferiore, some private owners, others, tenant farmers. But, essentially, the mountain is yours ! Even if you are part of a large and noisy party, the peace, spirituality and beauty of this awesome place will not fail to embrace you.

EASY ACCESS TO THE WHOLE OF UMBRIA: Situated is the middle of Italy, in the Appenines, 20 mins to Spoleto, 90 mins to Rome, 45 mins to Asissi and Perugia, 2 hrs 30 mins to Florence (depending on traffic), 3 hrs 30 mins to Naples (also depending on traffic), the Amalfi coast and Pompei. Castellucio, the famous Gran Piano (with fantastic natural flower displays across this gigantic plain around about Easter) is 1.45 mins away. On the way to Castellucio is Norcia, which is worth a visit and where most of our white truffle is to be found (our area is abundant with black truffle all the year round - consequently, it's cheap to dine out on truffle, one of my favourite dishes, at around 10 euros for a bowl of ciriole al tartufo !). However, all around you, within a 60 min drive, are an abundance of small towns eg Todi and Spello which are all equally beautiful and fascinating.

Other Activities:

wine-tasting, olive-oil tasting, truffle trails, museums, churches, galleries, go-carting, white-water rafting...

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Spoleto, Italy

Vista Del Mondo-Country House, Pool, Spoleto Centre-20 mins/Rome-80 mins
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Vista Del Mondo-Country House, Pool, Spoleto Centre-20 mins/Rome-80 mins
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The Perfect Place

Review Submitted: August 27, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008
We stayed in the whole property so had plenty of room for two newly married couples, one bachelor and us, the parents. Seven in all. The views are absolutely perfect! The swimming pool was used every day and is an easy stroll away. The furnishings are simple but the beds are so comfortable I could have brought mine home! The house was spotless and everything worked - oven, washing machines etc. The garden furniture was plentiful and used daily. Four tables with parasols up made the place look like a restaurant - one day a family stopped for lunch! We had so much outdoor space and such beautiful scenery that it was quite an effort to go and visit the historic towns all around us. However, the Piano Grande is a must and Perugia and lovely Assissi are only a late afternnoon's visit away. We sampled coffee and ice cream everywhere but often came "home" for our evening meal. It was fun to cook together and have time to eat and talk under the bright, Umbrian stars. Spoleto itself is delightful. This was my third visit and each time it is harder to leave. Norma and Laurie take excellent care of their guests, appreciating that a holiday is planned and long anticipated and much needed. Can't wait to go back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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