Top two floors of a 12th Century castle tower. Panoramic views. Massa Martana, Todi area, Umbria, Italy

The Property: Villa San Faustino castle was built in the 11th or 12th Century, old even by Italian standards. Our apartments are in the main tower, a solid and noble south facing building with spectacular views over a fertile valley of sunflowers, vineyards and olive groves. Garden space is set aside for guests to relax in. Despite its many attractions this area is thankfully still off the main tourist trail.The numerous excellent eateries that abound in this area are frequented mainly by locals and in-the-know Romans. Villa is easy to get to and handily central for making trips from.

Details of Le Rondini in Todi area, Umbria, Italy
The top floor of the tower, with magnificent views. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, much of the furniture antique. The main bedroom is snug and romantic, the other has sturdy bunk beds.The large room which serves as a general living , eating and cooking space is elegant and comfortable.

Notes to the Rental rates
10% discount on all bookings made before 31 January 2005 Arrival time from 16.00 to 20.00. Departure Before 11.00.
The flat should be clean on departure otherwise you will be charged 30 Euro.
Rental week from Saturday to Saturday. Normal availability: April to October.

Extra information: The apartment (65 m²) has towels and linen provided. In the kitchen, there is a 4 ring stove, dishwasher, freezer, a fridge, hob, microwave, oven and washing machine. The dining area has seating for 6 people. There is 1 shower room. There are 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin) and they sleep a maximum of 4 people. For entertainment, there is satellite or cable, stereo system and tv.

Outside, there is a balcony, barbecue, garden, parking, terrace. Children welcome, long term renters welcome, pets not allowed, unsuitable for elderly or infirm, wheelchair inaccessible.

Local activities include: horse riding, swimming, walking.

Details of il Nido in Todi area, Umbria, Italy
The penultimate floor, with wonderful views. An arch-ceilinged kitchen leads onto a balcony. The bathroom is in part cut into the thick tower wall. A large L shaped room has been made into a welcoming dining area with a comfortable double bedroom area hidden away from the rest.

Rental Rates per property per week:

Notes to the Rental rates
10% discount on all bookings made before 31 January 2005 Arrival time 16.00 to 20.00 Departure before 11.00
The property should be clean on departure, otherwise you will be charged 30 Euro.
Rental week from Saturday to Saturday.

Extra information: The apartment (50 m²) has towels and linen provided. In the kitchen, there is a dishwasher, freezer, a fridge, hob, microwave, oven and washing machine. The dining area has seating for 4 people. There is 1 shower room. There is 1 bedroom and it sleeps a maximum of 2 people. For entertainment, there is satellite or cable, stereo system and tv.

Outside, there is a balcony, barbecue, garden, parking and terrace. Pets not allowed, unsuitable for elderly or infirm, wheelchair inaccessible.

Local activities include: horse riding, swimming, walking.

Location: Villa San Faustino boasts its own mineral water and olive oil. Other local delicacies include truffles and wild boar. The wine is good, both white and red. Many of the surrounding restaurants are "agriturismi" - farmhouses where much of the food served is grown on site. We have a large organic vegetable garden, part of which is given over to growing old varieties in danger of extinction. Guests can usually obtain fresh produce from us.

Tourists are a rarity and are treated with warmth. The sixty or so local inhabitants are proud of their well-preserved hamlet and pleased when others appreciate it. The pace of life is slow and sense of community strong. There is plenty to see just wandering around on foot , from beautiful countryside to ancient churches. Relax, sample another way of life and forget about the world of stress beyond.

Most of Umbria's places to visit are less than forty minutes away by car. Perugia, Spoleto, Orvieto and Todi to name but a few. Dance, music and food festivals are regular events, and range from the world famous to small village affairs. Three lakes are within easy driving distance. Rome is near enough for a day trip, and if you don't want to travel everywhere by car, Massa Martana station is a ten minute walk.

Travelling: The nearest international airports is Rome at 130 kilometres. Nearest railway station is Massa Martana at 2 kilometres. Nearest motorway junction: Massa Martana at 2 kilometres. Car: recommended.

If you would like to contact the owner, Steve Baker, please click on the link below.