Amazing Villa Near The Lake With Pool, Castiglione del Lago, Italy | Villa in Castiglione del Lago
6 Bedroom Villa in Po' Bandino, Castiglione del Lago
Umbria is known as “the green heart of Italy”. It is quieter than neighbouring Tuscany but no less beautiful or interesting. This villa is on the hillside with spectacular views of Lake Trasimeno and the Appenines beyond. Casa Cantagallina sleeps up to 12 people and is ideal for large groups of family and friends. It offers the best of both worlds, a private pool in lovely landscaped gardens, but also easy access to the historic sites of Umbria and Tuscany.
The villa is spread over 3 floors. The very spacious kitchen is on the ground floor. It is modern and well-equipped with a cooker hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and coffee machine. Through an attractive brick archway, there is an equally large dining room with a wooden table and chairs. There is also an activities room with table tennis and another striking brick archway.
On the first floor, guests can relax in the vast sitting room which is divided in two and includes sofas, armchairs and laptop workspace. Next to the sitting room is a smaller games room with a wood-burning stove and a billiards table. There is also a smaller library for quieter moments to read in peace. The first-floor balcony looks out over the swimming pool, across the valley and can be partially shaded with an overhead canopy.
The villa’s beautiful gardens are exceptional. They are full of nature with fireflies, butterflies and wonderful bird life. There is a shaded veranda which leads out onto an open terrace, with deck chairs, plus a dining table and chairs for meals al fresco surrounded by nature. Close by there is a BBQ and a pizza oven. The swimming pool is slightly apart from the house, surrounded by a stone terrace and well-kept lawns.
Sleeping
There are 6 lovely bedrooms, each with an en suite garden. 5 of the rooms have double beds and the sixth room has 2 single beds. The bedrooms are individually furnished with a combination of contemporary and antique furniture.
Bathrooms
There are 6 en suite bathrooms. 5 of the bathrooms have a shower, bidet, basin and WC.
A sixth bathroom has a full bath with a showerhead, basin and WC.
There is another shared bathroom which is equipped with a shower, basin, bidet and WC.
Additional
• Free Wifi (portable device) • Private outdoor swimming pool (heated) • Outside dining area • BBQ • Private, fenced gardens • Air conditioning • Ceiling fans • Fireplace • Books library • Games library • Music stereo • Smoke detector • Hair dryer • Waste disposal • Washing machine • High definition digital TV • Pets possible • Child friendly • Children’s cot available • Suitable for elderly guets • Wheelchair access • Private parking, car essential
Please note that the swimming pool is open from May 30 to Oct 25.
Location
The house is in western Umbria, close to the Tuscan border and the lovely town of Castiglione del Lago (15 minutes), with its castle that dominates Lake Trasimeno. The nearest village is Villastrada, walkable in about 20 minutes, with a small, very well-stocked supermarket and a café that serves excellent pizzas in the evenings on a vine-covered terrace across the road. For self-catering the weekly markets are the best for fresh local produce. In the Etruscan town of Chiusi (14 minutes) market happens every Tuesday morning. If you plan to go to Montepulciano (40 minutes) market day is Thursday (until 1pm).
There are two good circuits for runs or walks from the house through Cantagallina Alta then either through Villastrada or Caiaoncola and back to the house. For water sports, visitors should head to the lake where they can enjoy many different watersports, including canoeing.
The capital of Umbria, Perugia is 45 minutes away. It is well worth a visit, as is the famous town of Assisi (1 hour) birthplace of St Francis and a site of pilgrimage. Over the border in Tuscany, Montepulciano makes an interesting day trip. Here you can visit many different wine producers, try some of the famous red wines and buy them to enjoy at home.
The closest airport is at Perugia (50 minutes drive) Alternatively, Florence Airport is 2 hours away.
Amazing Villa Near The Lake With Pool, Castiglione del Lago, Italy is located in Po' Bandino. Amazing Villa Near The Lake With Pool, Castiglione del Lago, Italy provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, among other amenities. This Villa features Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Amazing Villa Near The Lake With Pool, Castiglione del Lago, Italy has 6 Bedrooms , 7 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Po' Bandino has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Po' Bandino, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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7 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Bathtub or shower
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Towels provided
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Bidet
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6 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Oven
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Microwave
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Dishwasher
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Wheelchair accessible
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Stereo
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DVD player
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Unit size: 6997 sq ft (650 sq m)
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Italian
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French
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Dutch
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German
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English
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In the mountains
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In a rural location
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Private pool
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Heated pool
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation