Umbria Farmhouse epitomises Italian country living at its finest. Views extend over cherry orchards, olive groves and a small vineyard to Piedicolle, another historic hilltop town nearby.
A deep sense of history prevails at this family friendly perfect hideaway. originally home to local farmers who worked the surrounding lands, the estate was the meeting place for the annual battuto, or ‘beating of the grain’.
At this farm stay accommodation, expect traditional terracotta floors and restored oak-beamed ceilings, a large limestone hearth handcrafted by local artisans and double doors leading to the garden.
The two original farmhouses were meticulously renovated and now have four spacious en-suite bedrooms, each one a delightfully calm sanctuary with quality linens and a private terrace leading to the garden.
Fragrant jasmine and wisteria spill over pergolas and roses bloom prolifically in summer, while a thriving veggie garden is all yours to enjoy.
The farmhouse kitchen makes this self-catering holiday accommodation a treat. With a chef’s stove, superb appliances and cookware – it becomes the gathering place for friends and food lovers.
Balmy evenings are spent outdoors in the alfresco kitchen with its exterior fireplace and grill… a dream for professional cooks who’ve love nothing more than gathering produce from nearby markets on day trips or in nearby hilltop towns.
A relaxing farm near lively villages
Enjoy the best of both worlds here: you can experience bucolic farm life within a stone’s throw of an historic hilltop town where Umbria Farmhouse has a sister two-bedroomed property, just off the piazza, called Umbria Cottage – perfect as overflow if you’re planning a large family get-together in Italy and some would like to be on a peaceful farm, but others in a village.
Here you can keep everyone happy!
On Sundays, the bells of San Lorenzo church in nearby Collazzone ring out, and if you’re already enjoying your morning espresso on the piazza, you might even hear the choir singing.
On hot summer evenings, everyone comes out for a stroll and spritz. Cafes are alive with daily chat and children and grandparents share stories. You’ll discover the local pizzeria, as well as a traditional pasta shop, a rosticceria (for the best roasted eggplant, chicken and artichokes) and a salumeria with wild boar specialties.
Life here has remained blissfully unchanged over the years… and if you stay at least week, you’ll never want to leave. Don’t make this just a weekend getaway. Unpack just once, make this your base, and head out to explore: it’s far more authentic than busier regions of Umbria and Tuscany yet you can expect classic Umbrian beauty from your lounger around the pool if you feel like putting your feet up and staying put.
If Umbria Farmhouse is unavailable to book for your dates, browse our other perfect hideaways in Umbria.
Reviewed by Michelle Snaddon
Edited by Dawn Kennedy