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Charming 16th century country house on Bolsena Lake with swimming pool — Property 9821

  • 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 14 sleeps (6+8)
  • Location: Bolsena Orvieto, Orvieto area, Umbria, Italy

Summary of the villa, 8 bedrooms, sleeps 15

Summary of the villa, 8 bedrooms, sleeps 15
Contact Mrs. Valeria de Meij
+39 349 0655437
Property type:
villa, detached, 500 m²
Location type:
Beach, Rural
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Daily maid service, Garden
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  • Pets allowed
  • Suitable for elderly
  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair friendly
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Charming 16th century country house on Bolsena Lake with swimming pool

A beautiful, spacious, 16th century stone-built country house. Set in a large agricultural estate in olive groves, orchards and vineyards, with a lovely swimming pool offering stunning views over Bolsena Lake and its lush green hills. Recently renovated to the highest standards using original local materials and craftsmen, this historic property has all the charm of terracotta floors, high vaulted oak beam ceilings, huge stone fireplaces and thick stone walls. Elegantly furnished with period pieces, the house is also well-equipped with modern appliances and comforts. Possible to be rented as two separate apartments. Perched on a secluded hilltop surrounded by the peace and quiet of the countryside, 'Res Antiqua' is an ideal spot for a truly relaxing holiday, is also conveniently located for touring Tuscany and Umbria and within easy reach of Rome. The village of Bolsena with its castle, lakeside walks, bustling market and restaurants is a five minute drive. Beach with sailing at 3 min.

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Location Bolsena Orvieto < Orvieto area < Umbria < Italy

Charming 16th century country house on Bolsena Lake with swimming pool Bolsena Orvieto < Orvieto area < Umbria < Italy
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Orvieto
Location
Nearest airport: Rome, Leonardo da Vinci at 120 kilometres
Nearest beach: Beach at 500 metres
Nearest ferry port: Civitavecchia at 120 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Orvieto at 25 kilometres
Car: necessary

Strategically located on the borders of Umbria, Tuscany and Lazio, 'Res Antiqua' is a twenty minute drive from Orvieto with its stunning cathedral, medieval architecture and delicious wine, half an hour from the papal residence in the town of Viterbo with its health spas and only forty minutes to the Mediterranean coast. Discover the archaelogical treasures of the Etruscans; there are several heritage sites within less than an hour's drive of the house. Assisi, Todi, Spoleto and Perugia are all within easy reach and Rome is a convenient hour's train journey from Orvieto (car park).This area is also renowned for its gastronomic excellence: vegetables fresh from the garden, roast wild boar and hare sauce on homemade 'pappardelle', fish fresh from the lake. Taste famous wines produced locally including Orvieto and Est Est Est.The 'Res Antiqua' organic estate produces its own wine and oliive oil which the owners will be delighted to share with you.

Local activities cycling, diving, fishing, horse riding, sailing, swimming, tennis, walking, water skiing, wind-surfing



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Availability for the villa in Umbria, Italy

Last updated on:
Saturday, 10 May 2008
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Rental rates for the villa in Umbria, Italy

Sorry, rental rates are not available for this property. Please contact the owner

Notes to the rental rates

  • The house is 500 metres from an exclusive Country Resort, under the same ownership, which it shares the swimming pool with. The Country Resort has a poolside cafè, bar service, as well as a little restaurant that is open in the evenings to residents and 'Res Antiqua' guests.

    On request, a highly qualified 'personal shopper' can take the guests on interesting shopping tours in Florence or Rome, or accompany them on fascinating food & wine tours.
  • Ground Floor: 1 large living/dining room with a lovely stone fireplace, 1 kitchen,1 informal dining room, second living room with French windows and a wonderful view, 1 study, 2 en-suite double bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom,1 single bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 large garden loogia dining area.
    First Floor: 1 Large open air dining loggia, 1 spacious kitchen with a big open range fireplace, 1 dining room, 1 large split-level living room with huge stone fireplace and an amazing lake view, 2 suites each comprising 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and 1 bathroom.
  • Facilities: Telephone, Internet access (country resort), satellite TV, flat screen TV, CD/DVD player. Private beach on lake with adjacent sailing club and water sports. Riding stables next door.
    Exclusions: Food, beverages, telephone charges, additional staff/services, airport pick up, excursions.
    Pets admitted on request
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Accommodation and Facilities for the villa in Umbria, Italy

Property type:
  • villa , detached
Accommodation type:
  • bed & breakfast
Meals:
  • booking possible (breakfast)
Floor area:
  • 500 m²
Location type:
  • Beach, Rural
Theme:
  • historic, away from it all
General:
  • staff, linen provided, daily maid service, central heating, towels provided
Kitchen:
  • oven, fridge, microwave, grill, 4 ring stove, washing machine, dish washer, freezer
Living room:
  • fireplace seating for 14 people
Dining:
  • dining area seating for 14 people
Bathrooms:
  • 5 bathrooms
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  • 8 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 15 people
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  • 4 doubles, 2 twins, 2 singles
Entertainment:
  • satellite or cable, tv, audio tape player, stereo system, video player, radio, cd, DVD
internet access
  • internet access
Outside:
  • balcony, parking, terrace, barbecue, garden, 14 garden chairs, 14 beach chairs, 2 bicycles
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool
Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm, long term renters welcome, wheelchair accessible, pets considered, children welcome
Notes:

'Res Antiqua' is an extremely spacious country house. On the ground floor the main living room with a stone fireplace is divided by an arch from the dining area (seats 14) and there are 2 further living rooms and a kitchen. A small study can be used as a single bedroom if required. On the first floor there is a spacious kitchen with large fireplace, dining room (seats 12) and 2 further living rooms, one with a very big stone fireplace. The property has independent entrances to the ground and first floor, making it ideal for two parties holidaying together. The garden has a separate dining loggia and there is a terraced dining area on the first floor, both with beautiful lake views. Two double rooms and a single room on the ground floor have en suite bathrooms and upstairs the sleeping accomodation is divided into 2 seperate areas, each comprising 2 double/twin rooms and a bathroom. All bedrooms have lake views.

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Advertiser contact & booking information for property 9821

If you don't hear from the advertiser in 5 days please feel free to use their telephone number if it has been supplied. Don't forget to quote Holiday-Rentals.co.uk property number 9821

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Advertisers:
Mrs. Valeria de Meij
Telephone
+39 349 0655437
Alt. Telephone
+39 335 7740138
Preferred language(s):
 English, French, German, Italian, Dutch
Advertiser since:
 17 Nov 2003
Property listed since:
 28 Nov 2003
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