Villa Sambuco, Torre San Severo - Orvieto

Villa Sambuco is a beautiful, two storey  villa which has been lovingly restored. Built from local black stone, Villa Sambuco offers a wonderful blend of traditional Umbrian style with modern facilities. This spacious property is perfect for larger groups. The local village of Torre San Severo is only 1.5km away and within walking distance.

Approximately forty metres away from the villa is the private infinity pool. It is furnished with sun loungers, chairs, tables and parasols. From here there are wonderful relaxing views of the gently sloping fields and meadows. Next to the pool is a covered terrace and an open air shower.

Villa Sambuco is situated in a vast mature garden with varying levels. There are several caves on the property from where the pozzolan used for cement to build the villa was excavated. Attached to the side of the house is a large covered terrace, perfect for guests to dine alfresco together. You can find a large pizza oven here. Wood is provided. The villa and two hectares of the garden is surrounded by a fence which is pet secure.

Entry to the villa is directly into the spacious kitchen which has a terracotta tiled floor and a wood beamed ceiling. It is furnished with two ovens, a traditional oven and a modern range cooker with gas hobs. Other furnishings include a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge with separate freezer compartment. Towards the back of the room is a large dining table and an open fireplace.

At the back of the kitchen is a door which opens into a small hallway with a bathroom and shower. From the hall there is direct access to the covered terrace and outside dining area. To the left  is a dining room. In the centre of the room is a wonderful rustic dining table with seating for ten people. A garden door opens out onto the terrace while a flight of open stairs lead up to the mezzanine floor above.

The mezzanine floor has been converted into a large lounge area which has been furnished with three double sofas centred around an open fireplace. Other furnishings include a cupboard, a bookcase and a large flat screen television.

To the left of the upstairs lounge is a door and some steps which lead into a double bedroom. It is furnished with an iron double bed, a double wardrobe, two chairs and an open fireplace. Attached to the room is a small study with a desk and a chair. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a hand held shower and a half- tub. French doors in the bedroom open onto a flight of external steps that lead back down to the ground floor and the  garden.

To the right of the kitchen is a door leading to the downstairs lounge. This cosy room is full of charm and is furnished with a triple sofa, two armchairs, a sideboard and a bookshelf. In the centre of one wall is a large open fireplace for those cooler evenings. A flight of stairs give access to the first floor. French doors open out onto the grounds at the front of the villa.

Also off the lounge is the spacious ground floor bedroom. It is furnished with a beautifully ornate iron double bed, a double wardrobe, a chest of drawers and a small desk with a chair. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower. From the bedroom is a flight of stairs that lead down to the basement and laundry room.

From the top of the main stairs on the first floor and to the left is a double bedroom. This bright airy room is furnished with a double bed, a chest of drawers and a double wardrobe. There are wonderful views of the surrounding countryside from the window. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower and a tub.

To the right of the stairs is a small hall. A door to the right gives access to another double bedroom. It is furnished with a double bed that has a lovely ornate headboard, a single wardrobe and a chair. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower.

Opposite the hall is the final bedroom. This bedroom is furnished with a double bed, a double wardrobe and a wooden chair. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower.

5 double bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms.
Double beds cannot be converted into twins

Internal stairs may not be suitable for very young children or people with limited mobility.

There are six bicycles on site which are free for guests to use.

The villa along with two hectares of the garden is completely fenced and pet secure.

Approximately forty metres from the villa in a raised part of the garden is the sparkling infinity pool. From here there are some lovely views of the surrounding countryside. The pool terrace is furnished with chairs, tables, sun loungers and parasols. There is also a large pergola for shade and an open air shower.

Close to the pool are some caves. Inside one is a fridge for guests to keep their refreshments cool while relaxing by the swimming pool and a stereo. The pool measures 14x7 metres with a depth of 1.3-2.3  metres and is chlorine cleansed. It is open from may to September, weather permitting.