Casella, Umbertide - Perugia

It’s difficult to know where to start singing the praises of this property’s many qualities. It is not insignificant that four Strandkorb chairs grace two of Casella’s terraces. Equally, this beautifully preserved villa would fit right in to any glossy interiors magazine. Every corner shows that a designer’s eye has been lovingly at work, from the décor’s play of rich ochres and terracottas, to the clever mix of antique chests and chairs, ornate tiling and mirrors, designer sinks and contemporary soft furnishings.

Perched high in the Umbrian hills, Casella offers extensive views, a large sloping garden that charms from the off and a glorious private infinity pool. The property is well placed for days out in Perugia, Cortona, Gubbio and Assisi, but you will have to wrench yourself away from its delightful embrace. Six bedrooms, split between the main house and a cottage a few metres below, mean that up to 12 people can share this piece of Umbrian heaven.

Ground Floor

Hall
Stairs to first floor.

Kitchen
Fully equipped, table and two chairs, dresser, door to grounds.

Dining Room
Dining table and chairs, two armchairs, dresser, settle, trolley, two stools, cupboards, fireplace, main entrance.

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, two chairs, French doors to terrace.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 2
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, two chairs, French doors to terrace.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bathroom 3
Shower, sink, WC.

First Floor

Lounge 1
Two sofas, footstool, sideboard, occasional table, stairs to ground floor.

Lounge 2
Two sofas, two chairs, coffee table, writing bureau and chair, chest of drawers, fireplace, double doors to external steps to garden.

Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, sideboard, two chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Bedroom 4
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, chest of drawers, two chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Separate annexe

Ground floor
Lounge-Kitchen-Diner
Sofa, footstool, dining table and chairs, fireplace, fully equipped kitchenette, stairs to first floor, entrance.

First floor

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted to twins), wardrobe, chest of drawers, chair.

Bedroom 2
Twin bunk beds (cannot be converted to a double), cabinet, chair.

Bathroom
Shower, sink, WC.

Our Thoughts
How can you not adore this luxurious place? Its interiors make it a serious contender for a visit during the cooler months of the year. And, in the summer, the beautiful garden and pool, with their spectacular views, two pergolas (one vine-covered, the other scented with jasmine), romantic cabana, four terraces, superb garden furnishings, al-fresco dining table and barbecue, will easily absorb a full party. More active members of the group will appreciate the pool-house multi-gym. Kids of all ages will soon discover the garden’s table tennis and table football. The cottage, with one set of bunk beds, lends itself to a family, but, as a whole, Casella will appeal to groups of friends or family.

Notes
Six bedrooms. Seven bathrooms, four en-suite. All bedrooms are accessed by steps. A mid-week towel change is included in the price. Heating, if used, is charged at €50 per day.
Parking - On site

Pool
The large infinity pool in the lower section of the garden has a Roman end with internal steps and ladder steps at its deep end. Paved terracing, with generous furnishings, on three sides gives way to lawn. A nearby pool house has a bathroom with twin sinks, a shower and additional multi-gym. Pool size: 14m x7m, 1.20m  to 2.0 m. Open from May to September, weather permitting.