PODERE PALAZZO

Come restore your senses at Podere Palazzo, a very special country villa at the border of Tuscany, Umbria & Lazio, between Rome and Florence, and situated in one of the most charming areas of central Italy. Located atop a hill with expansive views, this vacation home is surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of the rural Tuscan landscape with its magnificent oak woods, peaceful pastures, classic olive orchards and vineyards, and delightful medieval towns. Podere Palazzo has been beautifully restored with the help of skilled local craftsmen and combines the beauty of a traditional stone farm house with the best of modern Italian design to create a unique blend of the old and the new. This spacious and airy villa can serve as a home for a family or a group of friends who want to explore the beauty and history of central Italy or enjoy outdoor activities. We will personally help you plan your visit to make the best of the area & the house and provide you with full concierge services.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Podere Palazzo is available on a weekly basis year round or for a minimum of 4 days in low & shoulder season. A discount of 5% will be applied for rentals longer than one week; 10% discount for longer stays.

Price includes the exclusive use of the house for up to 10 people. 2 more guests are allowed for a maximum of 8 people at $70 per day p.p. The price of rental includes gas, water, electricity, Wi-Fi internet, bed linens, bath & hand towels, pool towels, soaps, shampoos, detergents and concierge service. It also includes final cleaning + 1 midweek cleaning. Daily maid service is available at additional cost.

Pool heating in via solar panels and is usually enjoyable between early May and early October.

50% deposit required at booking. Balance is due 6 weeks before rental date. Payments can be made via credit card or bank transfer. A reimbursable security deposit of $1,000 is due before arrival and will be authorized / not charged on your credit card.

Cancellation policy:
- Full reimbursement up to 90 days before arrival date.
- Full credit between 89 and 20 days before arrival date (Credit can be applied to a future stay in any of our homes in Italy or Mexico) or a 90% refund if the cancelled days are re-booked.
- No refund or credit for less than 19 days before arrival date.

EXPLORE THE REGION

This part of central Italy is a mosaic of beautiful landscapes and natural sites, lively towns and cities and unique artistic wonders. Below is a selection of our favorite places nearby Podere Palazzo that can all be reached in less than an hour’s drive in the 3 regions of Umbria, Tuscany and Lazio. To learn more extensively about the area around visit also the house website at www.poderepalazzo.com/region.php

A few recommended itineraries & places to visit nearby

ORVIETO (35 min. drive): Etruscan & Roman archeological sites 12th century gothic cathedral with famous frescos by Luca Signorelli Medieval quarter The S. Patrizio well Underground city Great shopping & restaurants   PIENZA (30 min. drive): Historic medieval & Renaissance town Beautiful cathedral & Piazza Magnificent views of Val D’Orcia Pecorino cheese & wine shopping Great restaurants SARTEANO (35 minute drive): Medieval center Castle & panoramic views Good Etruscan Museum Great restaurants

PITIGLIANO, SORANO (40 min. drive): Etruscan sites Medieval and Renaissance center Orsini fortress & Museum Great natural setting and views Good shopping and restaurants CHIUSI (30 min. drive): Medieval center Etruscan Museum and artifacts Etruscan thombs Magnificent views Medieval churches   CETONA (30 min. drive): Beautiful piazza & buildings Medieval churches and buildings Views & panoramic walk Great restaurants

BOLSENA & LAKE (25 min. drive): Historic town of Bolsena & boardwalk with nice restaurants and shops Roman archeological sites Castle and medieval Churches Fishing village of Marta and Montefiascone Lake Boat tour Commonwealth cemetery RADICOFANI (30 min. drive): Medieval center Unique setting with 360 views Unique castle with views   LA FOCE GARDENS (30 min. drive): Unique historic gardens Magnificent views of Val d’Orcia