The Picture of Peacefulness

The Picture of Peacefulness: Umbria

Hidden away among the green hills of the Upper Tiber Valley, this abode is blessed with a truly tranquil location in the Umbrian countryside. You'll find plenty of opportunities to appreciate this peace and quiet.

Within the grounds, guests will find a long private swimming pool shaded by trees and surrounded by loungers, as well as several covered terraces for when you need a moment's respite from the sunshine. When the evening rolls around, you can gather around the alfresco dining table for an open-air banquet, before enjoying a nightcap in the outdoor hot tub.

Although this is a home in which it's easy to imagine passing countless hours outside, there's a lot to like about what lies within the four walls. There's a rustic charm to the design, what with all the exposed stonework, terracotta tiling and wooden ceiling beams. However, it's a little more contemporary where it matters, namely the long kitchen and the sleek bathrooms. And how could we forget to mention that the home has its very own spa, complete with a Turkish bath, emotional shower and massage room?

As is plain to see, there's more than enough to keep you occupied without leaving the grounds, but the medieval town of Gubbio is only seven kilometres away if you ever fancy a change of scenery and has some impressive stone architecture to wander between.

Home truths:
*The address is split between two buildings – the farmhouse with five bedrooms and the neighbouring tower with the remaining two
*Both buildings are spread over two floors with only one bedroom on the ground level
*There are five covered parking spaces and a further five uncovered parking spaces
*The swimming pool is only available for use between May and September
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair for free upon request
*Well-behaved dogs are allowed to accompany you during your stay upon request
*At full capacity, not all guests may be able to lounge in the living space together