General
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Lago Trasimeno (10km), which can be seen from Podere Fontegallo, is the fourth largest lake in Italy with 10 public beaches, all subject to continuous water quality controls according to E.E.C. norms, 4 public swimming pools, and nearby facilities for sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, horse riding, golf, tennis, archery, biking, including mountain bikes, and the beautiful undulating countryside is perfect for walking.
A ferry from the nearby town of Castiglione del Lago takes you to the island of Isola Maggiore famous for its' lace-making.
Lago Trasimeno, is less than 15 km from the border of Tuscany, and is in the centre of one of the richest districts in the world from the historical, artistic and cultural points of view.
In a journey of less than two hours by car you can see 20% of the world’s artistic heritage and explore and experience Etruscan, Medieval and Renaissance towns including, Castiglione del Lago (voted one of the most beautiful towns in Italy) (10km), Chiusi (10km), Paciano (winner of the EU ‘perfect village’ competition) (12km), Panicale (15km), Cortona (30km), Montepulciano (35km), Pienza (40km), Montalcino (60km), Chianciano Terme (Thermal baths) (30km).
Interior facilities
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Central heating , Child cot , Child highchair , Dishwasher , Dvd player , Freezer , Fridge , Hob , Ironing board/Iron , Kettle , Linen provided , Log fire , Oven , Shower , Toaster , Towels provided , TV
Note's on interior
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Inside are typical terracotta floors, beamed ceilings, fireplace, and wrought iron beds.
Bedroom Facilities
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A double bedroom with a king-size wrought iron bed with a custom made chestnut clothes closet and shelves.
Bathroom Facilities
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Bathroom with bidet, shower, and hand-painted wall tiles.
Exterior facilities
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Barbecue , Car Parking , Garden , Patio , Shared pool
Note's on exterior
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You reach Podere Fontegallo through a 500 metre private road that leads to the electronically controlled gate with its videophone security entry system. You then pass through the gate and drive up the 100 metre long private drive lined on both sides with Cyprus trees. When you reach the top of the hill, 400 metres above sea level, you will find a parking area to the left large enough for five cars. Outside on the wall of the house is a locally designed handmade ceramic meridian, the three patios are decorated with handmade ceramic tiles, on the roof are three beautiful chimneys, then there is the environmentally friendly swimming pool (6m x 14m) with water purified by UVA rays (no chlorine) and views of the countryside and Lago Chiusi and Trasimeno, and throughout the property are quiet places to sit and admire the views.
Local information
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Car required , Chemist nearby , Doctor nearby , Family Holiday , Historical interest , Rural Hamlet , Walking
Local Activity
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Bird watching , Culture , Cycle hire , Fishing (fresh water) , Golf , Health Spa , Horse Riding , Skiing , Tennis
Suitability
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Child friendly , Family holiday , No pets allowed
Nearest Airport
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Rome Fiumicino - 180 km
Location type
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Podere Fontegallo is a newly restored 17th century farmhouse on a hill in the beautiful Green Heart of Italy, the tranquil Umbrian countryside just ten minutes drive from Tuscany, with breathtaking views of gentle rolling hills of agriculture, olive, cypress, Aleppo pine, oak and chestnut trees, Lago Trasimeno, Lago Chiusi and the Medieval hilltop villages of Cortona, Chiusi, Tuoro, Chianciano-Terme, Montepulciano and the mountains in the distance on the horizon.
Notes
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Airports: Rome (180km), Florence (130km), Pisa (210km), Perugia (40km).
Railway Station: Chiusi-Chianciano Terme (12km); this is an express stop on the Eurostar and Intercity on the Milan-Florence-Rome Railway. Roma (1 hr), Firenze (1 hr).