Farm Stay in Umbria
6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this farm stay rental
The two adjoining barns gave us the 150 sqm to form our second apartment, The Barns. Where possible, we have left all the stone walls exposed so there is a warm atmosphere throughout the year.
Once upon a time there was a mezzanine level in one of the barns so we reinstated it to create the second sleeping area above what is now the living room. With the help of a local blacksmith, we were able to make a
4 meters high single door, linking the terrace to the living room.
Where possible we have left testimonies/clues of the past use of the buildings. The space used for pressing the grapes was converted into a bathroom but we left the two pipes which appear in the main bedroom, as this was where the grape juice was collected. There is a 20 by 5 meters swimming pool shared with the other three units.
Happy memory: a few years ago we decided to make a meal, the old fashion way, using the old bread oven which is attached to the barns. Alfonso who lives nearby and is a great cook agreed to come down and help. The clients, Klaus and Mone , were game for this adventure. The roast pork and pizza were a great success. What none of us had appreciated was the high temperatures involved and that the fabric of the building absorbed this heat. So in the middle of August Klaus and Mone had to deal with a 5m high wall radiating heat for two days!
Once upon a time there was a mezzanine level in one of the barns so we reinstated it to create the second sleeping area above what is now the living room. With the help of a local blacksmith, we were able to make a
4 meters high single door, linking the terrace to the living room.
Where possible we have left testimonies/clues of the past use of the buildings. The space used for pressing the grapes was converted into a bathroom but we left the two pipes which appear in the main bedroom, as this was where the grape juice was collected. There is a 20 by 5 meters swimming pool shared with the other three units.
Happy memory: a few years ago we decided to make a meal, the old fashion way, using the old bread oven which is attached to the barns. Alfonso who lives nearby and is a great cook agreed to come down and help. The clients, Klaus and Mone , were game for this adventure. The roast pork and pizza were a great success. What none of us had appreciated was the high temperatures involved and that the fabric of the building absorbed this heat. So in the middle of August Klaus and Mone had to deal with a 5m high wall radiating heat for two days!
Amenities at The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Umbria
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10Excellent·Sep 2019
This is a real out of town experience!
Helpful, thoughtful, engaging hosts on a lovely property.
Many hill top towns to explore close by in beautiful Umbria.
10.0 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2019
Wir (2Erw. + 2Jugendl)sind in der sehr liebevoll restaurierten Ferienunterkunft von den Andrew und Hughes sehr nett empfangen worden.
Es ist alles so wie in der Beschreibung dargestellt.
Eingebettet in der sehr schönen und ruhigen Naturumgebung ,hier kann man die Seele baumeln lassen.Von diesem Reisedomizil lassen sich aber auch sehr gut Unternehmungen aus starten.
Wir können dieses Domizil uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen.Bei diesem Anwesen handelt es sich um einen aussergewöhnlich schönes Feriendomizil bei dem es an nichts fehlt.
10.0 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2019
Our recent week in June of 2019 at Casale Monticchio in Umbria was exceptional! Andrew and Hugues are the owners and were gracious hosts throughout the week. We enjoyed a wonderful meal with them and other guests - and they were very generous and gracious throughout our stay. Four of us stayed in "The Barns" on the property - rustic, spacious, well-equipped, and wonderfully appointed. A beautiful outdoor pool overlooking the hay field for easy swimming and relaxation - which we used daily after trips to nearby hill towns and other excursions. Andrew and Hugues continue to improve the surrounding property and the various units - all done tastefully and with a lot of passion. The town of Split is just a couple of miles up the road in order to buy essentials. Although a portion of the drive into and out of the property is somewhat rough, no problem in getting in and out - and well worth the roughness. Close access to Perugia, Assisi, Marsciano, Lake Tramineso, and many other locations. Andrew and Hugues lined up a vineyard tour and wine tasting at a local winery - which was great - and they also provided great recommendations for day trips and dinners. A friendship with Andrew and Hugues was established almost instantaneously. We would go stay at Casale Monticchio again in a heartbeat.
10.0 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2019
This is the magical escape to Umbria we were looking for. Andrew and Hugues have created an amazing place in a wonderful part of Italy. We were in the larger apartment which is beautifully appointed with art, wonderful beds, a very comfortable couch, and the occasional visit by Sybil and Dora. Andrew and Hugues are fantastic hosts with a wealth of knowledge on possible activities in the area and beyond. You can tell that this place has been their labor of love for the past 17 years. We would recommend this place to everyone. We wish we could have stayed for longer.
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9.9Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"Our recent week in June of 2019 at Casale Monticchio in Umbria was exceptional! Andrew and Hugues are the owners and were gracious hosts throughout the week. We enjoyed a wonderful meal with them and ..."
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