Gianesi

Citta di Castello area, Umbria, Italy The perfect property for those seeking peace and seclusion and beauty. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Sleeps maximum of 6 in beds plus a sofa that converts into a double bed Thought to date originally from the 16th century, GIANESI was sympathetically restored and converted into a charming and comfortable home in 1991. The house is arranged over three levels. All the rooms have exposed beams and wonderful views. There is full central heating throughout. Middle level: The main living accommodation is situated off the top terrace and comprises a room with a wood burning stove, sofa and dining table which leads through to a well equipped kitchen (electric grill, gas hob and oven, dishwasher and microwave). This level also has a sitting room with sofa, TV and video and a twin bedroom. Lower level: A spiral staircase leads down to the lower level with a fully tiled shower room with WC, basin and bidet and then on to a large double bedroom. This room has French windows opening onto the lowest terrace, overlooking the orchard, garden and pool. It is equipped with a small kettle and a music centre. Top level: With its own private front door, there is a spacious twin studio bedroom and large en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, WC, bidet, basin and a washing machine.

GIANESI, with its private swimming pool, sits in extensive grounds at the end of a quiet track. It enjoys lovely views over rolling wooded hills and valleys. Having been sympathetically restored, it provides comfortable accommodation set in tranquil and beautiful countryside. A wonderful place to 'chill out' and relax. Although the large dining terrace is ideal for 'al fresco' meals, Gianesi is also within easy reach of a host of authentic local restaurants.  Gianesi has been designed so that it makes an ideal house for a couple on their own or a family or two families where a degree of separation is desired. There are three south facing terraces by the house, the top one is equipped with a wooden table and seating for six under a traditional pergola. There is also a barbecue and further bench seating. The garden has been landscaped using the lines of the original terracing and retaining mature fig, hazel and other trees to provide shade. Further seating and a small table are provided on these terraces. There is also a small orchard, which though recently planted, provides fruit in season (plums, pears, apricots and peaches).  A low wall protects the pool area, there is shade under a pergola, a shower and several sun loungers and other chairs. The pool itself is 10m x 5m.

Location Gianesi is situated above Gioiello, 15 minutes from Citta di Castello.  It is ideally placed for visiting many well-known and less well-known Umbrian and Tuscan mediaeval and renaissance treasures such as Assisi, Perugia, Florence, Siena and Urbino.  The nearest airport is Perugia (40 minutes away - flights from Stansted) and then there are Ancona, Bologna and Bologna Forli (all about 2 hours), Rome, Pisa and Florence (all 2-3 hours drive from Gianesi). The nearest motorway is the E45 (7 miles) Car hire is recommended

	Attractive furnishings and quality finish

Our lovely Umbrian home	Swimming pool

Sleepy historic towns

The Spirit of the 'green heart' of Italy  Umbria evokes in the visitor a powerful sense of its own individuality and offers guests the opportunity to stay in the heart of Italy where life continues much in the way it has done for generations.  Its colours and contours are generally more subtle thanin other parts of Italy and even in the shimmering heat of summer, the unspoilt countryside has a rich lushness.  The Umbrians are proud of their history and traditions which they are more than happy to share with visitors with their natural charm and good humour. Fascinating places to visit All over the region, there are magical towns and villages clinging to the steep hilltops. You will be entranced not just by the beauty and atmosphere, but also by the warmth and friendliness of the Umbrian people, who are more than happy to share their history and traditions with visitors. Don't miss some of the lesser well-known places - all of which are listed in our detailed 'House Book' where our visitors also add their comments and experiences. Help and advice at hand We visit the property ourselves twice a year, for up to 2 months and we have a local family on hand in Gioiello to help.   Many of our guests return and also recommend Gianesi to their friends.

Nearby Assisi

Rental rates - 2010

Price per property per week. Payment is quoted in sterling. Approximate US dollar and euro rates are given, although payment is only accepted in currencies other than sterling at rates specificially agreed in advance with the owner.

Week beginning	£ (Sterling)	US Dollars (approx)	Euro (approx)
Up to and incl 1 May	550	895	615
8 May - 22 May	700	1140	780
29 May - 26 June	800	1300	895
3 July - 28 Aug	1500	2445	1680
4 Sept - 11 Sept	700	1140	780
18 Sept onwards	500	815	560

Provisional bookings will be confirmed on receipt of a 50% deposit cheque.
The balance should be paid 8 weeks before the start of your holiday when you will be sent maps and directions to Gianesi.

Contact details

For further information and to book this property contact the owner, Simon Mumford.
+44 (0) 1751 430180
or by email