Property Overview
- Sleeps: 12 (between main house & cottage)
- Bedrooms: 6 (4 main house, 2 cottage)
- Bathrooms: 6 ensuite
- Rents:€3,600 - €7,200 Per Week
- Key features: 600 year old Farm House
Separate Annexe/cottage
Pool
Extensive garden and grounds
Easy access to a superb 18 hole golf course
Air conditioning in all bedrooms
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Villa Rosmarino
This beautifully restored Umbrian farmhouse stands in a magnificent and totally private situation with breathtaking views of The Antognolla valley below. Being part of a large country estate total privacy, security and peace is assured.
It is the perfect base for a relaxing holiday with easy access to a championship golf course and well located to discover this beautiful part of Italy.
The accommodation comprises the main house which sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms and a second smaller house/annexe sleeping 4 in two bedrooms. It is therefore well suited to a multi generational holiday or for two families to share but with a degree of independence.
''Villa Capanne is a truly wonderful place with beautiful views from the infinity pool, which immediately made us relax and transported us into that holiday headspace.
We enjoyed the chance to experience the outdoor living , connecting with nature and the culture, food and wine provenance and the origins of Umbrian life.
The villa Capanne, it’s gardens and location are truly exceptional . A family celebration with friends was the purpose of our holiday, the younger members enjoyed the freedom of the separate elegant cottage, Capannetta, in the grounds. The villa terrace was perfect for outdoor dining and Assisi, Perugia, Spello and Gubbio were just some of the enchanting places we visited - close enough to return to the villa in time to catch the rays of the afternoon and evening sun by the pool.
The villa, pool and garden were so enticing that often we enjoyed the day simply relaxing - playing croquet, sunbathing and reading by the pool.
We were able to plan activities, restaurants and visits in advance for our party with the great recommendations and friendly, helpful and professional support of Chrissie and David who manage the villa and know everything worth knowing about the area. They also arranged cooking and cleaning at the villa as required including the preparation and serving of an amazing dinner for us on the pool terrace for our family celebration.
Activities include the picturesque and challenging Antignolla golf course, walking, eating in the lovely local restaurants and the memorable tasting of the award winning wines at the Chiesa del Carmine winery, tutored by sommelier Mattia, served with a delicious lunch of local fayre including the truffles from our mornings foraging with Massimo and his dog.
A huge thank you, we are planning our return already.''
Gillian Secrett, Cambridge, England.
"Located looking over a stunning golf course and 800+ year old castle, this villa offers the ultimate in privacy, comfort and facilities. The views are endless and the fresh air amazing. The outdoor undercover BBQ area is a great place to come together as is the huge living and dining area, complete with a huge fireplace (stocked with all the wood and equipment), games and movie selection, loads of glassware and enough crockery to host the biggest of gathering. We love the kitchen, the bedding and the overall high quality of every touch point.
The landscaping is filled with rosemary bushes (perfect for that winter roast) and olive trees. Its a 10-20 minute drive to the supermarket, to some authentic and value for money restaurants and a great little winery. The villas location is also the perfect place to take day trips to Perugia, Florence, Sienna, Assisi and many other great towns. We visited in the winter for one week with a few other families and loved how cozy the villa is as the heating is amazing and the fact there is enough space to have your own space."
Accommodation
The house is approached through secure gates down its own drive which passes an access point and parking for the cottage. The cottage is then a short walk across the garden to the main house.
The main house is approached through a courtyard formed by two parallel wings.
There is air conditioning in all the bedrooms.
The Farm House
Ground Floor
Large double front doors lead straight from the courtyard into:
A large Dining/Living room a central feature of which is a huge old open fireplace. A large oak dining table seats 8 comfortably but can be modified to seat 12. The room also contains a large satellite TV with DVD player and a stereo system. There are a selection of CD’s and DVD’s for the enjoyment of guests. There is a comfortable sofa and seating around the fireplace. Windows open to the views and gardens to the South East.
A large and well equipped Kitchen adjoins the dining/living room. There are two ovens, a gas range, a large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher and coffee making machine. A breakfast table seats 6. Windows open South and West towards the swimming pool, gardens and views.
Adjoining the kitchen are a Laundry with washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities, a utility room and a downstairs WC.
Down a short corridor from the main sitting room is
Bedroom 1. ‘The Blue Room’. A large double bedroom with double bed that can be split into two singles and its own Ensuite Bathroom 1 with bath, shower and washbasin. A separate WC adjoins.
Note: All bedrooms are air conditioned.
First Floor:
Stairs from the sitting room lead to a large Games Room in which there is a snooker and table tennis table, a comfortable sitting area and a good selection of board and other games.
There are a further 3 bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms:
Bedroom 2: ‘The Yellow Room’ master suite. A large double bedroom with superb views of the valley and Ensuite Bathroom 2 with hydro massage bath, shower, washbasin and WC
Bedroom 3: ‘The Pink Room’ with double bed that can alternatively be made up as two singles/a twin room with Ensuite bathroom 3 with shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom 4: ‘The Green Room’ with double bed that can be made into two singles/a twin room and an Ensuite Bathroom 4 with shower, WC and washbasin.
The Cottage.
A short walk across the garden leads to the cottage, perched on a high point and with shady pagoda along its full length on both sides, enjoying superb views, and allowing al fresco eating, drinking or relaxing in proximity to the dwelling.
The centre part of the cottage is occupied by a comfortable Dining/Sitting area with satellite TV, bookshelves and a Bose stereo system.
Adjoining the dining area is a fully equipped Kitchen with oven and gas range, a large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
All on a single level there are two double bedrooms:
Bedroom 5: With double queen size bed and ensuite Bathroom 5 with hydro massage bath, WC, wash basin and shower.
Bedroom 6: With double queen size bed and ensuite Bathroom 6 with bath, WC, wash basin and shower.
Garden & Grounds
The gardens and grounds surround the main house on all sides though the main areas of garden are located on the south and eastern side of the house which enjoy the best of the views down the Antognolla valley.
The gardens cover 2 ½ acres and are planted with a mix of mature olive trees, banks of lavender and a wonderful selection of flowering and scented shrubs that give a profusion of interest and colour through all stages of spring, summer and autumn.
The L shaped infinity swimming pool is a tantalising refreshment perched high above the valley below. The two rectangular elements to the L of the pool measure c 11 ½ m x 6 ½ m and 5m x 4 ½ m. The pool at its deepest is 1.8m and at its shallowest less than 1m. The pool is saltwater treated.
A large covered pergoda is conveniently located to both the house and the pool and allows comfortable seating for 12. There is here also a gas WEBER barbecue.
There are sunloungers, seats and sun umbrellas for use around the pool.
There is a croquet set, Boule and plenty of lawnspace for children to play safely.
The entire garden is fenced
Location
Villa Rosmarino, situated in an enchanting part of Umbria, overlooks the magnificent Antagnolla valley and is within easy reach of pleasure and interest in all directions.
There are basic shopping facilities at Pierantonio (5 mins), including a bakery, butcher, grocer, pharmacy, post office and a couple of bars.
The nearest supermarket is at Umbertide (15 mins).
There is a large shopping centre (called Colestrada) just off the E45 before Perugia.
The market towns of Montone and Gubbio are 20 minutes and 30 minutes respectively.
The nearest town/cities of size are Perugia (25 mins) to the South and Florence 2 hours to the North
The nearest motorway junction is on the E45 (6kms)
Villa Rosmarino is 2 hours from Florence airport, 2 ½ hrs from Rome airport, 2 ½ hrs from Bologna, 2 ½ hrs Pisa and 30 minutes from Perugia airport
The nearest Train station is at Terontola (45 minutes)
Additional Information
Guests will be welcomed on arrival, and will be shown how everything works, both inside and out
There is an internal telephone system, plus WIFi broadband internet access in both the house and the cottage.
Bed linen, bath and pool towels are provided free of charge and will be changed on a weekly basis
A mid week clean is included in the rental, aswell as swimming pool and garden maintenance. Any additional hours of housework should be agreed direct with the cleaner/s, and paid by arrangement @ €20/hr.
The Television receives Italian Sky and there is a Blu Ray player with the TV which also plays DVD’s. The television can also be connected to the internet by using TV source.
The stereo/sound system can be used with ipod 4 connections, radio and CD’s.
Provided sufficient notice is given, a part time cook or babysitter can probably be found. His/her/their wage will be the tenants responsibility, and can be ascertained in advance should tenants so wish.
There are 2 travel cots and 2 high chairs
There is air conditioning in all bedrooms
There is 10% discount on Antagnolla Golf green fees.
There is a 5% discount on Antognolla Restaurant
This is an all year round property and is centrally heated throughout. Central heating is notincluded in the rental and is based on consumption.
There are a number of English language books and board games for the use and enjoyment of guests
Things to See & Do near Villa Rosmarino
There is a very helpful House Information Folder with further details of recommended local shops, restaurants, markets, cultural, sporting and recreational activities plus many other suggestions on what to do and where to go in the vicinity. The folder also includes maps, brochures and contact details of local doctors, dentists, plumbers, electricians, pool maintenance etc.
Pierantonio, Umbria (approx. 5 min) The local village has a good selection of local shops, including a grocers, a post office, butchers, hairdressers and a couple of good bars.
Umbertide, Umbria (approx. 15 min) This local market town has a lovely old historic centre where the Wednesday morning market is held. It located on the River Tiber and has a number of good walks along the river. The town has many good restaurants and every shop that you could need, although the outskirts of the town has quite an ugly modern industrial zone.
Montone, Umbria (approx. 20 min) This town is one of the unspoilt gems of Umbria and the perfect place for a wonderful night out. Best to arrive in time to enjoy the sunset from the top of the town and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Then grab a quick drink in the delightful town square before heading to one of many good restaurants in the town. The town often hosts events including a film festival, an archery tournament between the different quarters, and dancing in the town square, to name but a few.
Perugia, Umbria (approx. 25 min) Perugia is the capital of Umbria, and is famous for the Umbrian Jazz Festival, which is held at the end of July. The old part of town is wonderful, full of monuments to its Etruscan, Roman and medieval past.
Lago Trasimeno, Umbria (approx. 20 min) In addition to the water sports on offer, towns such as Passignano and Castiglione del Lago are the most appealing, and the islands of Maggiore and Polvese can be accessed by short and enjoyable boat rides. Isola Maggiore features the ruins of a castle and church which are enjoyable to visit.
Assisi, Umbria (approx. 30 min) The birthplace of St Francis, Assisi is a must for any trip to Umbria and Italy. It is hard not to be awestruck by the magnificence and sheer grandeur of the Basilica. Above Assisi is the Eremo di Carcere (Hermitage), which is an old monastery built near the caves that were used by St Francis and contains the tree where he preached to the birds.
Gubbio, Umbria (approx. 30 min) Gubbio is one of Umbria’s most perfect medieval hill towns. Its atmospheric streets and alleys are unspoiled and often deserted, except for locals going about their daily lives. The town is set at the foot of the Apennines with spectacular views from a variety of lookout points. The main square is half-way up the town and houses the Palazzo dei Consoli, which is a vast 14th century palace. There is a great walk to the Basilica, which is high above Gubbio, which takes a good hour.
Spello, Umbria (approx. 40 min) A beautiful hill top town at the base of Monte Subasio just a few kms from Assisi. It has wonderful little streets to wander around, many gourmet restaurants and stunning views. This is worth visiting at the same time as a visit to Assisi.
Cortona, Tuscany (approx. 50 min) Despite featuring in a film and book titled ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’, this beautiful Tuscan hilltop town hasn’t lost the charm for which it is famous. With a wonderful square, lovely restaurants and wine shops and a great walk to the monastery at the top of the town, there is much to attract people. From above the town, there are magnificent views across the countryside in every direction.
Spoleto, Umbria (approx. 45 min) This rather chic hill town is known for its summer arts festival, which has plenty of artistic, historical and cultural interest. It is worth combining with nearby towns if contemplating a day trip in this direction.
Arezzo, Tuscany (approx. 50 min) The setting for the Oscar-winning Italian film ‘A Beautiful Life’, this Tuscan city has a magnificent square surrounded by wonderful restaurants from where you can sit and enjoy the views. It is often visited by art and antique lovers for its famous frescos and antiques market held on the first Sunday of every month.
Montepulciano and Montalcino, Tuscany (approx. 90 min) Tuscany has a rich wine heritage, especially in Montepulciano and Montalcino. Both these regions are easily accessible by day trip from Chiesa Del Carmine and visitors must sample the sublime Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di Montalcino.
Orvieto, Umbria (approx. 90 min) Orvieto is home to what is said to be Italy’s finest gothic cathedral, with a façade that is truly magnificent. Inside you can visit Signorelli’s fresco cycle of ‘The Last Judgement’. It is worth the effort for the cathedral alone (one of Umbria’s key sights). A visit could be combined with a wine tour of the area.
Norcia, Umbria (approx. 120 min) Said to be Umbria’s gastronomic capital and famed for its hams, salamis, wild boar and truffles. The town gives its name to the Norcineria, the pork butchers’ shops and the Norcini, the butchers themselves.
Florence, Tuscany (approx. 120 min) Day trips to Florence are easily manageable, either by car or train. It takes c 2 hours to drive to Florence. Alternatively, it is possible to take a train from Terontola station, where you can take advantage of free parking and cheap train travel to take a relaxing journey into the city, arriving 5 minutes walk from the Duomo.
Montepulciano and Montalcino, Tuscany (approx. 90 min) Tuscany has a rich wine heritage, especially in Montepulciano and Montalcino. Both these regions are easily accessible by day trip from Chiesa Del Carmine and visitors must sample the sublime Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di Montalcino.
Todi, Umbria (approx. 45 min) Todi has a magnificent position perched on top of a hill where picture-postcard views abound. It is home to a large ex-pat community and has a high tourist profile, with a main square of austere beauty, some wonderful streets and alleys and some good shops and restaurants.
Urbino, Le Marche (approx. 60 min) The most famous hilltop town in the region of Le Marche, complete with Ducal Palace, and a must-visit for all those in this part of Italy. Urbino is a University town with a young, vibrant feel during semester time. It’s a good place from which to start exploring an area that is not yet on the regular tourist trail. Lovely food and wine abound and seafood starts to make an appearance on menus as you near the coast.
FOOD AND WINE
Food
Food is a quintessential part of life in Umbria and there is an enormous variety of delights available for visitors to sample. There are a variety of markets in the area for those in search of fresh produce. For example, in nearby Umbertide on Wednesday mornings, visitors have the chance to sample one of the region’s specialities: the delicious porchetta (roast suckling pig seasoned with sage or rosemary, fennel, and plenty of salt and pepper) served warm in fresh bread rolls. Also available in abundance are the fresh pecorino cheeses, wild porcini mushrooms, local wines and vegetables. The atmosphere is wonderful.
Umbria is famous for its truffles and olive oils. It produces the highest percentage of extra virgin olive oil in Italy and the quality has to be tasted to be believed. When in season, truffles are incorporated into everything from omelettes to pasta, salads and meat dishes. Lake Trasimeno yields fresh water fish, but Umbria is meat-eating territory, so game features strongly on all menus, with various birds, hare and wild boar being staples. Umbria is also famous for the tiny lentils from Castelluccio and the pork products from the southern town of Norcia. ‘Norcino’ has come to mean ‘pork butcher’, so famous are the salami, sausages and hams produced here. Salsiccia di cinghiale (wild boar sausages) and strangozzi pasta are other delicacies worth sampling.
Restaurants: The House Information Book has a superb list of recommendations for eating out with hugely helpful comment and opinions on each.
Wine: No trip to Umbria is complete without sampling some of the delicious wines from this region. Umbria is an exciting wine region with numerous grapes varieties grown only here on account of the unique climate and soils. The valley was once predominantly vineyards which were abandoned in the 1950s as people left the countryside for the cities due to the promise of subsided accommodation with full amenities and work in the booming manufacturing sector. The owners of the Estate are passionate about bringing the valley back to its former glory and have replanted a number of the areas where the best wines were produced before.
Wine Tastings. Vineria del Carmine (5 mins) In the next door valley, the property just past Chiesa del Carmine (the church at the bottom of the valley) is a cellar door for the wines produced from the vineyards in the valley. This 16th century building has been restored to provide the perfect area for the sommelier, Mattia, to explain the history of the valley and talk you through the wine tastings which is accompanied by a small antipasti. Highly recommended.
Perugina Chocolate Factory and Museum: Chocolate lovers can take a trip to the nearby Perugina chocolate factory, visit the museum and take a guided tour of the factory. The tours lasts approximately 1hr and must be booked in advance. http://www.perugina.com/casa_del_cioccolato.php
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Golf: The Antognolla Golf Course is set amidst the 600 hectare Antognolla Estate. This championship golf course offers golfers of all abilities the opportunity to play on an expertly designed course, giving a true test of skill and judgement. The driving range is the perfect place to warm up before a round or just for working on your short game. The driving range is available for keen golfers seven days a week from 9am to 8pm.
Horse Riding: There are a number of riding stables where you can book a riding lesson or go for a ride in the countryside.
Walking: The immediate area is ideal for a leisurely one or two hour walk in the unspoilt countryside of the valley. There are excellent details and maps of a number of walks from the house and in the area that range in length and difficulty. Alternatively, there are local guides who arrange day walks, for example across Mount Subasio or the area around Lake Trasimeno.
Bicycling: Bike riding is a very popular sport in Italy and there are lots of cycle routes in this area. Hire bikes can be arranged for you during your stay and advice given as to where to go.
Markets: The best local market is probably Umbertide on a Wednesday. The market is in the old centre of Umbertide. The market is on every Wednesday from approx. 7am-12pm. The majority of the activity is earlier in the morning and the best time to go. All markets are morning only. Tuesday: Pierantonio, Gubbio Wednesday: Umbertide, Thursday: Citta Di Castello Saturday: Perugia
Thermal Baths: There are a number of thermal baths in Tuscany – the nearest are Rapalano Terme and San Crescentino dei Bagni
Beauty Treatments and massages: In the local village of Pierantonio there is a beauty centre that can provide treatments and massages.
Water Sports ……… is only 20 minutes drive from Lake Trasimeno which offers a vast array of activities. At Monte del Lago there is a sailing school – Acqua Dolce Sailing, which offers guest the chance to hire sail boats, motor boats, canoes, kayaks and bikes. They can also arrange private lessons and skippered outings. http://www.acquadolcesailing.it/
Alternatively, you can visit two of the three islands on the lake, Isola Maggiore and Isola Polvese. These can be visited by ferry from a number of the towns around the lake and offer the opportunity to visit museums of local crafts and historical buildings. Or you can just enjoy wandering in the national parks, discovering the local flora and fauna. There are nine public beaches on the islands or around the lake where you can sunbathe or swim in the shallow water of the lake.
For children the best beaches are at Passignano and Tuoro, as there are lots of child facilities including playgrounds, ball pits, trampolines, etc. There are small beaches with shallow water that are perfect for little ones to splash around in.
Canoeing on the Tiber at Citta di Castello Hire a Candadian canoe at Citta di Castello Canoe club. A great family day out. http://www.canoacastello.it/
Rafting near Norcia Experience the thrill of a days rafting on the rivers close to Norcia. http://www.raftingumbria.com/rafting/Marmore Waterfalls These spectacular waterfalls are located close to Terni in Southern Umbria. They are 165 metres in height and are the tallest man made waterfalls in the world. The Cascata delle Marmore were created by the Romans when they diverted the Velino river over cliff into the River Nera. http://www.marmorefalls.it/
Frasassi Caves: The caves are open all year round and a visit can last approx. one hour. The caves consist of an immense cavern and a series of large chambers, tunnels, wells and labyrinths that snake for 13 km. Stalactites formed over thousands of years have entwined themselves to create stunning reflections on the surface of the water and take on bizarre shapes. The caves are approx 80 km from ……….. See the website www.frasassi.com for more information.
Deruta - Maioliche - Visit the home of ceramics and the museum. https://www.museoceramicadideruta.it/
ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN
In addition to many of the activities above there are additional activities for children.
Water Parks:
Tavernelle Water Park: This is an excellent water park about a 45 mins drive which is open all summer. It has 4 pools, including a very shallow child pool with acqua slides and diving boards. www.piscinetavernelle.it
Laguna Park Trasimeno – San Feliciano: Great water park for younger children only 25 mins drive which is open all summer. It has a large pool, with slides for younger and older children and a relaxing spa area. A bar is available and lots of space for relaxing. https://lagunaparktrasimeno.it/
Umbertide Swimming Pool: The swimming pool opposite the COOP in Umbertide has 2 large indoor pool and 2 large outdoor pools including a giant water slides. It has a large grass area and pizzeria.
Ramba Zamba Indoor Play Centre. A large indoor play centre located on the outskirts of Assisi in Santa Maria Degli Angeli. There is a very nice restaurant and bar and activities to keep children and adults happy for hours. www.parcogiochiumbria.it/ramba-zamba.html
Activo Park: An outdoor activity park near Spoleto. It has obstacle courses involving zip lines and rope bridges at different levels of difficulty as well as a water slide with inflatable tubes. There are activities suitable for all age groups. http://www.activopark.com/
Pinocchio Park: This is a theme park based on the Italian fairytale Pinocchio. The park is located in the small town of Collodi near Florence. There are statues and fountains of the Pinocchio characters, a puppet show and wonderful gardens. http://www.pinocchio.it/
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Umbria hosts a great variety of traditional events throughout the year. The local communities treat these events as an opportunity to confirm their roots and identity and it is a wonderful opportunity for tourists to experience genuine expressions of Umbrian culture and folklore. A list of many of the events in the area is in The House Information Book.
Rents & Terms
2022 RENTS AND TERMS
29th October – 31st December €3,600
Christmas and New year weeks are charged at Middle season rates.
2023 RENTS AND TERMS
Main Villa and Cottage
1st January – 30th March €3,600
31st March – 18th May €4,200
19th May – 29th June €5,400
30th June – 31st August €7,200
1st September – 28th September €5,400
29th September – 26th October €4,200
27th October – 31st December €3,600
Christmas and New year weeks will be charged at Middle season rates.
Unless otherwise agreed, all rentals will be for a minimum of one week, and will begin and end on a Friday.
Tenants should arrive as soon as possible after 5pm on the commencement day, and should leave by 10am on the agreed day of departure. They will be welcomed on arrival.
A deposit of 25% of the rent will be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing the Rental Agreement, with the 75% balance to be paid 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the tenancy.
A Booking and Security Deposit of £800 will also be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing this Rental Agreement. This will secure the booking and will cover (a) the cost of replacing/making good any losses, breakages and/or damages incurred during the rental and (b) any exceptional cleaning work which may be required at the end of the tenancy. It will be refunded (less any deductions as outlined above) within 4 weeks of the conclusion of the tenancy.
Unless otherwise agreed, there should not be more than 12 people staying in the property at any one time.
The owners' insurance policy requires that all doors are locked, and that all windows are closed when tenants are away from the property. The electronically-operated entrance gates should also be closed whenever tenants leave the property for whatever reason.
Tenants should advise Anglo French Properties Ltd at the end of each rental of any breakages, losses and/or damages. This is in lieu of an inventory.
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