San Francesco - From a medieval fortress to a stunning country mansion — Property 72166
- 7 Ensuite bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, kitchen, dining & living room, sleeps up to 16
- Location: Viterbo Acquarossa (Ferento) Viterbo Province, Rome & Lazio, Italy
Summary of the castle, 7 bedrooms, sleeps 16
- Contact Lara
- +39 051 931436
- Property type:
- castle
- Location type:
- Rural, Village
- Highlights:
- Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
- View all features
- Pets allowed
- Swimming pool
- Garden
The house from the newly-built pool |
Livingroom. Large and comfy for a perfect relax. |
Kitchen. Cook Italian style, all tools provided. |
Bedroom. Simple, traditional style, good taste. |
Extra photos (enlarge all photos)
San Francesco - From a medieval fortress to a stunning country mansion
A Medieval defence and a watch tower, then a Franciscan convent and now a beautifully restored country mansion with its own swimming pool – this is San Francesco, our prestigious property located near Viterbo, the very heart of Tuscia, one of the most interesting regions of Italy. This amazing place is located only a few miles from some of the major Central Italian art cities such as Rome, Florence, Siena, Orvieto, Assisi, Spoleto etc., and features 7 large, bright, comfortable bedrooms all en-suite, a fully furnished kitchen-dining area and a beautiful lounge, great antique and craft furniture and decor, timber ceilings, cotto floors, open fireplaces and more.
Location
Viterbo Acquarossa (Ferento) Viterbo Province < Rome & Lazio < Italy
| Nearest airport: | Rome at 92 kilometres |
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| Nearest beach: | Beach at 45 kilometres |
| Nearest motorway: | Viterbo at 6 kilometres |
| Nearest railway station: | Viterbo at 6 kilometres |
| Car: | necessary |
San Francesco is located 6 kms. north of Viterbo on the Teverina road and is conveniently accessible from the A1 highway – exit Orte – and the Viterbo speedway. Very close to Rome, Spoleto, Assisi, Perugia, Orvieto, Todi, Lake Bolsena, Lake Trasimeno and very convenient to Siena, Florence, Arezzo and all Tuscany. The closest shore (Tarquinia) is only half an hour away.
Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, wind-surfing, mountain biking, mountaineering, paragliding, roller blading
Availability for the castle in Rome & Lazio, Italy
- Last updated on:
- Friday, 10 October 2008
- Changeover day:
- Saturday
- Normal availability
- All year.

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Rental rates for the castle in Rome & Lazio, Italy
- Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
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| Period name | Begins | Ends | Weekly | Weekend per night | Midweek per night | Minimum stay |
| 01 Oct 2008 | 20 Dec 2008 | EUR 1350 | - | - | 5 Nights | |
| 21 Dec 2008 | 10 Jan 2009 | EUR 2200 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
| 11 Jan 2009 | 23 May 2009 | EUR 1500 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
| 24 May 2009 | 27 Jun 2009 | EUR 1900 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jun 2009 | 29 Aug 2009 | EUR 2500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 30 Aug 2009 | 26 Sep 2009 | EUR 1900 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Sep 2009 | 19 Dec 2009 | EUR 1500 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
| 20 Dec 2009 | 09 Jan 2010 | EUR 2500 | - | - | 4 Nights | |
*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.
Notes to the rental rates
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The above mentioned rates are for up to 6 guests.
=== 7/12-GUEST, 2008 ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES: August 31 – September 27, 1,900 Euro; September 28 – December 20, 1,550 Euro; December 21 – January 10, 2009, 2,400 Euro.
=== 13/16-GUEST, 2008 ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES: August 31 – September 27, 2,100 Euro; September 28 – December 20, 1,700 Euro; December 21 – January 10, 2009, 2,600 Euro.
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=== 7-12-GUEST, 2009 ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES: January 10 - May 23, 1,700 Euro; May 23 -June 27, 2,100 Euro; June 27 – August 29: 2,700 Euro; August 29 – September 26, 2,100 Euro; September 26 – December 19, 1,700 Euro; December 19 – January 9, 2010, 2,700 Euro.
=== 13/16-GUEST, 2009 ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES: January 10 - May 23, 1,900 Euro; May 23 -June 27, 2,300 Euro; June 27 – August 29: 2,900 Euro; August 29 – September 26, 2,300 Euro; September 26 – December 19, 1,900 Euro; December 19 – January 9, 2010, 2,900 Euro.
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A fully-refundable 500 Euro security deposit will be requested at check-in. Long-stay rates available -- please inquire. Extra: heating (in season only - metered).
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The Environment -- Nature and History
San Francesco sits on top of a hill and is surrounded by several acres of farmland. There we grow organic corn, beans, grain and olives, make pure extra-virgin olive oil and also breed horses, donkeys and Maremmana cattle. Within the boundaries of the property the remains of an Etruscan village – Acquarossa, 5 centuries B.C. – are interspersed with some Etruscan tumbs and grottoes and can be seen as they were excavated by King Gustav Adolf of Sweden back in the 60’s and 70’s.
A View As You Have Never Seen Before
A dramatic view over the valley with several streams surrounding the entire property and the Roman city of Ferento with the Cimini mountains in the background complete San Francesco's gorgeous landscape -- most likely the best one you have enjoyed in your life. Obviously this is Tuscia!
The Best of Leisure
Thanks to a large, shady yard featuring a barbecue, a swimming pool, a vine trellis, chairs and tables and plenty of room both outside and inside our guests can enjoy al-fresco dining, fun and relax at their best. Quiet and pastoral atmosphere, wonderful walking trails and a wide variety of interesting locations featuring art, antique stores, typical markets, wineries and excellent restaurants in the premises make of San Francesco the ideal headquarters to thoroughly explore one of the most interesting and fascinating regions of Italy.
Other Activities Winery tour; Archaeological sites; Gourmet food; Flea/Antique shopping (markets, stores).
Featured Review
Comments from Owner Guestbook
HRGuestBook72166, HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 06, 2007, Date of stay: December, 2007
What a stunning house San Francesco is! We spend 2 marvellous weeks there in total relax and enjoyment for the beautiful environment, the food and the cities nearby -- you can actually BREATH history there. The property is gorgeous and so is its furniture, its outside, the pool and all the rest. We vouch for San Francesco 100% [Hans & Petra Holzbauer] -- Great, amazingly beautiful place photos cannot really describe, with a special flavour and plenty of quiet and comfort. The countryside is probably the most beautiful one I have ever seen and the owners are great people. Will come back, definitely [Charles D. Montgomery]. No comparison. Cannot afford to miss. [John S. Saville].
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- Advertisers:
- Lara
- Telephone
- +39 051 931436 (email contact preferred)
- Preferred language(s):
- English, Italian
- Advertiser since:
- 4 May 2005
- Property listed since:
- 30 Jan 2007
