Villa I Girasoli
- Property type: Private Villas
- Sleeps: 7
- Region: Lazio
- Location: Sabina
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: -
- Swimming pool: Private
- View Map
50 km north of Rome, bordering Umbria is an agricultural area known as Sabina. The Villa Angelini, a lovely informal family home built in 1890, is set on a hill overlooking the medieval village of Torri in Sabina and the valley. The villa is on 4 acres of land consisting primarily of olive groves, fruit and lemon trees.
The charm of this relatively unknown area, with its olive groves and vineyards and its proximity to the medieval and renaissance delights of Italy, makes it a wonderful place for a perfectly relaxing and cultural holiday. In this idyllic location you are within easy reach of the hill towns of Etruria, Umbria and southern Tuscany. Within about a half hours drive are the Sanctuary of Vescovio, the Abbey of Farfa, the Church of S. Andrea in Flumine and the Church of S.Elia (Nepi). The natural reserves of Tevere-Farfa, Monte Soratte, Monte Rufeno, Selva dell'Amone and the WWF Oasis of Pian S. Angelo and Alviano with Monti Reatini are within easy reach and offer bird-watching opportunities and hiking.
Other wonders for the interested and independent traveller include the Etruscan Necropolis around Viterbo, the Marmore Falls, the Monster park of Bomarzo, the cities of Viterbo (with its thermal baths), Tuscania and Civita di Bagnoreggio. The lakes of Bolsena, Vico, Martignano and Bracciano and the cities of Todi, Spoleto, Narni and Orvieto are about an hours drive. Also within easy reach for day trips are Perugia, Arezzo and Siena.
A convenient commuter train from Rome to Poggio Mirteto or Stimigliano station takes 45 minutes and departs every hour.Accommodation
Ground floor - Two entrances lead to spacious living room with one sofabed, fireplace, large picture window overlooking swimming pool. Dining room with brick floors and beamed ceilings. Bathroom with shower and bath tub. Large farmhouse style kitchen with dishwasher, gas oven and hob, microwave. The kitchen has doors out onto the patio with comfortable outdoor furniture, table seating 8 persons, umbrella.First floor - Two separate staircases lead up to four bedrooms; The Master Bedroom has a large double window offering sweeping views across the valley and hillsides up to the Sabine mountain range, and private bathroom with rain shower. Twin bedroom. Child’s bedroom with bunk beds. Small single bedroom. Bathroom with shower.
Grounds
Large patio in front of the kitchen overlooks the swimming pool and olive groves. Garden furniture, large umbrella and lighting for evening meals. The swimming pool is surrounded by garden and a grapevine pergola makes an attractive area for lunches and evening meals. Outdoor BBQ Weber grill.
Pool Details
10m x 4m (depth: 1.2m to 2.6m) entry/exit via 3 metal steps.
Privacy
Excellent
Facilities/Amenities
- 2 Televisions with DVD/VHS player
- DVD/VHS library
- CD Player, Music Library
- Nintendo Play Station
- Computer and Internet connection
- Fuseball Table
- Piano (upright)
- Welcome Basket upon arrival
- Laundry service *
- Daily Cook *
- Daily Cleaning *
* Extra services provided on request, additional charges apply.
The local town
Torri in Sabina is 10 minutes walk 10 minute walk to town.
Activities
- Tennis
- Local Trattorias, Restaurants
- Biking
- Hiking Trails
- Rock Climbing
- Yoga, Massage
- Horseback Riding
- Country Cooking Lessons
- Guided local tours of Farfa Abbey, Medieval villages
- Guided tours Umbria (day trip to Orvieto, Todi, Assisi, Deruta or Spoleto)
- Thermal spa at Viterbo (45 min by car)
Access road
Easy access.
Trains
A convenient commuter train from Rome to Poggio Mirteto or Stimigliano station takes 45 minutes and departs every hour.
Airports
Rome Ciampino 1hr. Fiumicino (leonardo da Vinci) 1hr 20min. Perugia 1hr 40mins.
Distances
Torri in Sabina 2km, Casperia 6km, Stimigliano 11km, Poggio Catino 12km, Poggio Mirteto 14km, Rieti 35km, Rome 70km, Orvieto 88km, Perugia 110km
| Arrival Date | Departure Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2008 | 20/12/2008 | Weekly rate: £1420 |
| 20/12/2008 | 03/01/2009 | Weekly rate: £1890 |
| 03/01/2009 | 04/04/2009 | Weekly rate: £1430 |
| 04/04/2009 | 20/06/2009 | Weekly rate: £1690 |
| 20/06/2009 | 29/08/2009 | Weekly rate: £1920 |
| 29/08/2009 | 03/10/2009 | Weekly rate: £1690 |
| 03/10/2009 | 19/12/2009 | Weekly rate: £1430 |
| 19/12/2009 | 02/01/2010 | Weekly rate: £1690 |
- Household linen and towels
- Utilities
Not included (charged locally)
- Obligatory cleaning charge of €60 per week.
Security Deposit
On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €400, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.
Arrival Times
Arrivals expected between 16.00 - 19.00 hrs. If you are going to be late, you MUST advise us or the owner/keyholder in advance. Property to be vacated no later than 10.00am on day of departure.
