Torre Palombaro

Torre Palombaro is a perfect example of what a sensitive restoration can do for a classical Umbrian property.

In the little community of Fiore, atop a majestic hilltop sits this beautiful villa. The property’s owners have taken a huge amount of care in creating what really is a luxurious home away from home, certain to be appreciated by the most discerning of guests.

Rare antiques give a classical feel to Torre Palombaro but the property benefits from a surprising amount of natural light due to many large and well-positioned alcove windows. Upstairs, the bedrooms continue the theme of classical elegance with a collection of well-chosen furnishings.

Moving outside, the infinity pool affords a uninterrupted and spectacular view across the valley to the famous Etruscan town of Todi, 7km away by road, including its spectacular 11th Century gothic Cathedral. With lovely churches, exceptional medieval civic buildings, museums, piazza and a host of cultural activities from classical concerts to dancing, Todi is one of central Italy’s loveliest towns. In the evenings, locals gather in the squares and cafes to chatter over a glass or two of wine.

The property also has a beautiful terrazza, equipped with a barbecue and ample shady space for outdoor dining.

The two and a half hectare fenced gardens give ample opportunity for the young or young at heart for exploration and discovery. Further away from the house lives a charming small collection of Sardinian donkeys, sheep and chickens. There is a vegetable garden which supplies the well-equipped modern kitchen, allowing budding chefs to cook up a storm making use of excellent local ingredients.

In a separate part of the grounds live a couple who tend the house and gardens with the care which it deserves, and are also available to cook delicious meals for guests as an extra service.

A holiday spent at Torre Palombaro is a chance to relax in classical style in a secluded yet accessible example of why this area is known as Italy’s untapped green interior.

Room Description

Ground Floor: Entrance Hall • Kitchen with American fridge and small freezer, wine fridge, gas hob with 6 burners, one large, one small electric ovens, central work area with single sink, double sink, dishwasher. Breakfast area • Small sitting room • Cloakroom • Utility room with washing machine. • Sitting room • Drawing room • Double bedroom (note: small double/large single bed) with shower room en suite.

First Floor: Master Double bedroom with terrace and large shower room en suite • Twin bedroom (can also be made up as double) with shower room en suite • Double bedroom with bathroom en suite (large shower over bath)

Second Floor - Tower: Well-equipped office with PC with internet acccess, printer, fax

Third Floor (above office): Double bedroom (small double bed) with shower room en suite, more suitable for teenagers.

Annexe: Sitting room with dining area and kitchenette • Double bedroom with shower room en suite • Large porch for outside sitting/dining.

Rental Condition: In a separate part of the grounds live a couple who tend the house and gardens, and are also available to cook. There are cats, dogs, sheep donkeys and chickens at the property which are looked after by the resident guests.

Facilities

Facilities

Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Basic Italian SKY with Sport, DVD Player, CD Player, Stereo, Internet Access (PC for guest use), Printer, Fax, Air Conditioning (Master bedroom only), Insect Screens (all bedrooms), Built in and Portable Barbecues

Children's Facilities

A travel cot and/or a high chair are available on request.

Private Swimming Pool

14m x 6m, with built-in steps. The pool is open from mid May until mid September. Outside these dates, the pool can be opened on request for an extra charge. 

Welcome Provisions included

A welcome gesture to offer you a drink after your journey; tea or coffee and biscuits, wine or juice and a snack. They are not sufficient for an entire meal. Owners will also generally leave a few other items to get you going such as some salt, sugar, oil, bin bags and toilet paper.

Food Hamper

Can be arranged for an additional cost and service charge payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party.

Cook Service

Clients going to Torre Palombaro can avail themselves of the services of the housekeeper, Fiora, who enjoys cooking very good simple, local, meals  for guests.  She will shop for and prepare meals, usually in the evening, though she is prepared also to cook light lunches if required, by arrangement.  Her duties include laying the table, serving up to the second course, and clearing up in the kitchen. The cook does not usually like to work later than 9.30pm, nor does she usually work on Sundays or Bank Holidays (except for particular recurrences), though she can leave light meals for these days. If there are numerous clients eating, or if the meals requested are elaborate, Fiora  may need to have someone to help, who will of course also have to be paid.

Options

a)  Full cook service of 6 evening meals per week, plus a light meal left for Sunday (the arrival night meal may also be left, if you arrive late) at 11 Euros per hour, plus the cost of food, to be paid locally.

b) 3 evening meals per week, at 11 Euros per hour, plus the cost of food, to be paid locally.

c) One evening per week (e.g. Saturday evening meal, plus a light meal for the Sunday, both left for you) at  11 Euros per hour, plus the cost of food, to be paid locally

Pricing and Booking

We charge a one-off booking fee payable in advance of departure directly to CV Travel London.

The cost of the cook service is 11 Euros per hour, to include time spent shopping and travelling. Bear in mind that shopping and travelling take up quite a long time. As a very rough indication, a simple two-course meal (plus ice-cream or fresh fruit) for 6 people could take 4-5 hours, whilst a more elaborate four-course meal for 8 could take seven or more hours.

If you are happy with these arrangements, we need to know if you would like the cook’s services, to book her well ahead of time. Fiora may have other commitments, so we cannot always guarantee that she will be free. We would therefore be grateful if you could ask for and complete the questionnaire and return it to us as soon as possible.

Shopping

We suggest you shop en route for ‘basics’ and food for breakfast for Sunday and Monday mornings. However, if you are arriving late (planes can be delayed), and bearing in mind that most shops are closed on Sundays in Italy, we suggest you order a full Food Hamper. 

Notes

Please bear in mind that the arrangements outlined above are an extra goodwill service organized by CV Travel, who cannot guarantee that the cook will always be able to prepare meals as requested. Should the cook become unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances, you will be refunded CV’s booking fee
Maid service

2 hours, 5 days a week

Linen Change

Provided once per week on Saturday.  Extra changes available on request for an additional charge

CV Contact

An English speaking CV representative in Italy will be available by phone during your stay. Contact details will be sent with your travel documents.

Tenancy Times

Tenancies commence at 16:00hours on the day of arrival and villas are to be vacated at 10:00hours on the day of departure.

Your Location

Airports

Rome 170km, Florence 200km, Pisa 280km, Bologna 300km, Perugia 65km

Amenities

Nearest restaurant/pizzeria in Fiore, 2 minute walk, small shop in Izzalini 3.5km, small shop in Collelungo 6km; large shops, supermarket, tennis, language schools in Todi 10km, golf at Ellera di Corciano-Perugia 70km, watersports at Lake Trasimeno 60km

Mainline Station

Orvieto Scalo 35km

Places of Interest

Todi 8km, Orvieto 35km, Assisi 70km, Gubbio 95km

CV Contact • Available All Year