Villa L'Arco.Luxury.Air Con,Pool,Wi-Fi,between Rome/Florence in Todi

Villa L’Arco is a recently renovated typical Umbrian villa. Standing on the hills of Todi, in the River Tiber Natural Park, it lies at the centre of one of Italy’s areas of greatest historical, artistic and cultural interest and outstanding natural beauty.
The villa is surrounded by olive-groves, vineyards and its own woodland with centuries-old oak trees and is a perfect place for those who love privacy.
The villa’s interior is airy and spacious and its beautiful, large windows, with typical arches, let in plenty of sunlight and provide spectacular views of the hills of Todi from every room.
The property has been tastefully yet comfortably furnished with wooden handcrafted furniture and some beautiful paintings. Its wooden floors and pastel-coloured rooms create a warm atmosphere of relaxation and well-being, while air-conditioning throughout the whole house and anatomical latex mattresses (anti-allergenic) will keep you cool even at the height of summer.
The spacious living room with a fireplace and the well-equipped kitchen have large glass doors leading to a vine-covered veranda which offers a shady spot for relaxing with tremendous views of rolling hills and distant villages.
You can enjoy long al fresco meals on the spacious veranda, which overlooks the private swimming pool and the beautifully tended gardens.
Broad lawn full of roses, perfumed by the lavender and rosemary bushes, surrounds the house and leads down towards a paved terracotta terrace with a lovely swimming pool, where loungers beckon to sunbathers and you can even sit with your laptop and send photos of the sun setting behind the hills to your family and friends via the villa’s Wi-Fi connection.

GROUND FLOOR:
Spacious fully equipped kitchen with dining table, large living room with fireplace, both of which Air-conditioned and leading onto the veranda; spacious veranda furnished with tables and chairs, big hall, 2 bathrooms with shower, pantry with fridge/freezer.

FIRST FLOOR: Three double Air-conditioned bedrooms with queen size beds: 1 twin Air-conditioned bedroom; 1 small single bedroom with balcony; 1 bathroom with bathtub and shower

Assistance: Helpful owner-caretaker in separate house, independent from the villa, to ensure complete privacy for guests. Garden and lawn maintenance. Swimming pool maintenance. Maid service twice a week (Saturday and mid-week). Weekly change of bed linen, bath linen and swimming towels.

Services upon request: Additional maid service, local cook/chef service, organization of special events. WEDDING PLANNER available. Cooking service must be arranged prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook

Facilities: Air-Conditioning throughout the whole house with thermostatic controls in each room so guests can adjust to their individual needs, DSL/Wi-Fi access (outdoor wireless broadband internet access + indoor cable broadband internet access). Fireplace (decorative only), satellite and terrestrial TV, stereo CD/DVD player and radio. Central heating. Fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, 5 ring stove, oven, grill, hob, toaster, filter coffee machine and espresso maker, all cooking utensils provided. Barbecue. Washing machine, hair dryer, anti-allergenic mattresses, all linen provided (weekly change), iron and ironing-board, cot, high chair. Child’s swing. Ping pong. Private swimming pool 8m/27 feet diameter furnished with sun-loungers, table and chairs. Veranda furnished with dining table and chairs. Gardens. Parking area.

UMBRIA

The Heart of Italy! The Umbria region,called The Green Heart of Italy,due to its central location and equal distance from Rome and Florence,is a beautiful,unspoiled countryside area of rolling,forested hills,vast grassy meadows covered with flowers,large olive grove plantations,several lakes and valleys.The landscape is dotted with many picturesque medieval villages,the people of the area are known for their distinctive cuisine,friendliness and hospitality.Food,wine,entertainment are the core of Umbria's charm.

TODI.

5 miles away from the villa, is the old town of Todi, founded by the Umbrians (some cite the date 2700 BC). Situated in ancient times on the border between the Etruscan and Umbrian territories, not far from Rome and Florence, Todi has been defined as the most livable town on earth, the "ideal town" by research of the University of Kentucky for its size, its climate, its hilltop location and for its harmonious relationship to its surroundings. A striking artistic center in a magnificent position dominating the Tiber valley, celebrated for its Roman and Etruscan remains, for its palaces, its churches and its suggestive medieval environment. Picturesque winding streets, stone buildings, medieval wells, arches, sudden ascents and descents that create various prospective and sudden views of faraway valleys, hills and mountains all contribute to Todi's unique fascination. In the center of town is the long rectangular Piazza del Popolo, considered to be one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, onto which face the Palazzo dei Priori, Palazzo del Popolo and Palazzo del Capitano all originally 13th cent. civic buildings, and the 11th-12th cent. Duomo. The Temple of S.M. della Comsolazione (16th-17th cent), built to a plan by Bramante is one of Italy's finest Renaissance Churches. The newly restored Museo Civico e Pinacoteca houses important pieces ranging from rare Etruscan coins to 16th c. Italian paintings.

In Todi you can find many cultural events and exhibitions. The annual Todi Festival hosts avant-garde music, dance and film productions. An antiques fair takes place every spring. Many celebrated artists and artisans of the whole world live and have their studios in Todi. The town is rich in art galleries, craft-shops (ceramic,carving,), antiques dealers and restorers. You can enjoy the world-renown Umbrian cusine in many characteristic restaurants (some of the most famous in Italy) and tipycal food shops: truffles/wines/olive oils.

Activities:

On site: Hiking, Swimming, Wildlife and bird watching.

In Todi 8km/5 miles: Sightseeing, Museums, Live Theatre, Shopping, Restaurants, Cinemas, Tennis court, Horse riding, Fitness Centre, Gym, Bike rental. Golf near Perugia 50km/30miles

10% OFF Early Booking Year 2010:

from 22 May 2010 to 3 September 2010. Offer is valid per booking confirmed within November 2009.

Rates in Euro per week:

• 1 May 2010 to 14 May 2010                  €1400
• 15 May 2010 to 18 June 2010               €2400
• 19 June 2010 to 2 July 2010                 €2800
• 3 July 2010 to 27 August 2010              €3500
• 28 August 2010 to 17 September 2010 €2600

Deposit 40%. Balance due 60 days before arrival. Security deposit against breakage Euros 600. Final cleaning Euros 150. Changeover day Saturday: Check-in 5/7pm Check-out 10am.

INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL PRICE: WiFi broadband access to internet, All Taxes, Weekly change of bed linen, bath and pool towels; Gas; Electricity up to 330Kw per week; Water & Tap Hot Water; Swimming pool maintenance; Lawn and Garden maintenance; Maid service twice a week, Saturday and mid-week; Helpful owner-caretaker in separate house.

SERVICES UPON REQUEST: Air Conditioning costs Euros 20 per day; Heating Euros 40 per day; Additional Maid Service Euros 15 per hour; Cook Service Euro 20 per hour; Shopping Service Euro 30. Welcome dinner: 25 Euro per person (min 4).

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NOTE: Until confirmed, rental rates and prices and availability of extra services are subject to change without notice. Please contact