I Gelsomini – Spacious 7 Bedroom Umbrian Villa with 14m Pool near Todi
I Gelsomini - Large 7 bedroom house, private pool
This is a little over 100 years old, recently refurbished Umbrian villa offering generous space, flexibility and comfort for large families or multi-generational groups. Traditional Umbrian materials have been used throughout, creating a warm, authentic atmosphere without compromising on practicality.
Set within a garden of mature olive trees, Villa Gelsomini immediately feels welcoming and relaxed. One of its strengths is its flexibility. On the lower floor there is a pretty self-contained suite at one end of the house. By simply closing a door in the corridor, guests can enjoy the privacy of their own sitting room with dining area and kitchen, ideal for those who occasionally need a quiet retreat within a larger group. With three kitchens in total across the property, even the largest party will never feel under pressure when it’s time for a cup of tea or preparing meals together.
The private swimming pool is large at 14 x 5 metres, with a depth of 1.2 metres at the shallowest point and 1.5 metres at the deepest. It provides a generous and comfortable space for both relaxing and swimming, surrounded by beautiful Umbrian countryside.
The layout is as follows:
Lower floor:
- 3 double bedrooms (one smaller)
- 1 bedroom with two beds
- 4 bathrooms (3 with shower, 1 with spa bath tub)
- 2 sitting rooms with open fireplaces
- dining room
- kitchen with dishwasher
- laundry room with washing machine
- Upper floor with separate access:
- 2 double bedrooms
- 1 bedroom with two beds
- 3 bathrooms (2 with shower, 1 with bath tub)
- sitting room
- kitchen
- Facilities include wireless broadband, TV, pool towels, barbecue, insect screens and washing machine.
Meals can be requested during your stay, and authentic Umbrian dishes are available at the villa. Additional services such as cookery classes, shopping service, babysitting and personal wine tours can all be arranged. Housekeeping, linen change and tidy are included for one week stays on Wednesday, and for stays of two weeks or more every Saturday.
The location makes Villa Gelsomini an exceptional base for exploring Umbria. Orvieto, with its extraordinary cathedral, Etruscan museum, art treasures and renowned wine cellars, is within an hour’s drive. Perugia, the region’s capital, offers fine art, elegant shops and sophisticated bars and is also within an hour. Assisi, resting place of Saint Francis and home to Giotto’s famous frescoes and remarkable cathedral interiors, is another essential visit at around the same distance. The southern Umbrian towns of Spoleto, Amelia and Narni all make rewarding and easy day trips.
In short, Villa Gelsomini is the perfect place to unwind in peaceful surroundings with a large private pool and flexible accommodation, while also serving as an ideal base to explore Umbria, a region of medieval hill towns, world-class wines, extraordinary art and warmly welcoming Italian charm.
CIN: IT054052C2CF035593
Property Information
Only 5 miles from fairytale Todi and just a little over an hour’s drive from Rome airport. Set on the very edge of the tiny hamlet of Fiore.
Todi is a thriving hill top town, much favoured by those clever few Italians, Brits and Americans “in the know”. It’s the choice for the savvy traveller looking for something off the beaten track, but nevertheless usefully located. Todi is said to have the most perfect medieval piazza in all Italy, the Piazza del Popolo. There’s a wonderful church by Bramante, a clutch of splendid restaurants, brilliant views from the town walls, plus a couple of shops (just off the main square), stuffed to the rafters with fabulous antique and re-pro brass and copper ware - their candelabra and fire irons are irresistible.
There are endless wonderful sights to be seen from your villa. Orvieto, with its cathedral as fancy as a tiered wedding cake, its fascinating Etruscan museum, glorious art and wine cellars offering some of Umbria’s best wines is a must. Perugia is Umbria’s capital city and bursts with fine art, enticing shops and handsomely sophisticated bars. Both Orvieto and Perugia are within an hour’s drive. Assisi (twinned with Jerusalem) is about the same distance and is another absolute must for your sightseeing list! Saint Francis rests in the beautiful cathedral of this important hill town. Pilgrims from the entire world drop by to pray for peace in this imposing, but nevertheless homely feeling place. The splendid frescoes of Giotto and the three dimensional marquetry on the choir stalls are well worth seeing for those who have no wish to pray but who will still enjoy marvelling at the soaring arches and cerulian blue ceilings decorated with golden stars. The southern Umbrian towns of Spoleto, Amelia and Narni all make happy, easy day trips too.
Todi 5 m
Montecastello di Vibio 10 m
Montefalco 16 m
Orvieto 30 m
Spoleto 28 m
Assisi 32 m
Montelpulciano 57 m
Siena 95 m
Perugia 30 m (airport)
Rome 85 m (airport)
Due to the house manager on arrival in cash;
- A tourist tax of €1 per person (under 14s not included)
Payment Policies
A partial payment in the amount of 25% of the grand total is due no later than 2 day(s) after confirmation of intention to book or upon booking if that date has already passed. Remaining payment is due no later than 56 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation must be made in writing. The cancellation charge will be the full deposit if you cancel before 56 days from the departure date. The following cancellation charges will also apply. Cancellation less than 56 days before departure 100% of the amount paid is chargeable. We will endeavour to re-book any cancelled booking and if successful will only charge you an administration fee of £30. If the villa is re-booked at a lower price then you will be refunded the difference.
Tourist tax not included in the price. Payable to the owner upon arrival
We advise that you to take out holiday cancellation insurance. You are also asked to take out personal holiday insurance to cover such matters as travel, loss of money or belongings, accident, injury and medical expenses as the use of a property is entirely at the client’s risk. Should the owner be unable to provide the property after a booking has been confirmed, you will be immediately offered the choice of a another similar or better property or a refund in full.
Rules
Quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am
Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed.
All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure.
Final cleaning included in the price quoted unless otherwise specified
Towels, bed linen and pool towels provided unless otherwise specified
You are responsible for any breakages or damage done during your holiday. Minor breakages (glasses, crockery etc) should be replaced before the end of your holiday.
The cost of air conditioning or firewood, gas or electricity for heating is usually not included in our price unless stated and should be paid in euro directly to the owner or key holder before departure.
Pool open May to October
A tourist tax of €1 per person is due to the owner on arrival (under 14s not included)
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£6,195.00/week