The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse - Marsciano

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Kitchen

Check out the area

Marsciano

Monte Vibiano Castle7 min drive
Santa Maria della Misericordia Hospital16 min drive
Lake Trasimeno19 min drive
Ancona (AOI-Falconara)104 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse

The two adjoining barns gave us the 150 sqm to form our second apartment, The Barns. Where possible, we have left all the stone walls exposed so there is a warm atmosphere throughout the year.
Once upon a time there was a mezzanine level in one of the barns so we reinstated it to create the second sleeping area above what is now the living room. With the help of a local blacksmith, we were able to make a
4 meters high single door, linking the terrace to the living room.
Where possible we have left testimonies/clues of the past use of the buildings. The space used for pressing the grapes was converted into a bathroom but we left the two pipes which appear in the main bedroom, as this was where the grape juice was collected. There is a 20 by 5 meters swimming pool shared with the other three units.

Happy memory: a few years ago we decided to make a meal, the old fashion way, using the old bread oven which is attached to the barns. Alfonso who lives nearby and is a great cook agreed to come down and help. The clients, Klaus and Mone , were game for this adventure. The roast pork and pizza were a great success. What none of us had appreciated was the high temperatures involved and that the fabric of the building absorbed this heat. So in the middle of August Klaus and Mone had to deal with a 5m high wall radiating heat for two days!

Property manager

Hugues Beranger

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marsciano

Located in Marsciano, this farm stay is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Trasimeno and Tiber River, while Pietrafitta Paleontological Museum and Sambuco Ceramics Store are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Perugina Chocolate Factory, or check out an event or a game at Renato Curi Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marsciano

What's nearby

Monte Vibiano Castle - 7 min drive
Perugina Chocolate Factory - 16 min drive
Santa Maria della Misericordia Hospital - 16 min drive
Lake Trasimeno - 19 min drive
La Scarzuola - 38 min drive

Getting around

Perugia Silvestrini Station - 26 min drive
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

Cantina Monte Vibiano Vecchio - 5 min drive
New Formula - 12 min drive
Millenovecento - 15 min drive
Casanova Cafè - 18 min drive
Ristorante Rosticceria Grifo - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Barns - 5 people Casale Monticchio, a 17th century farmhouse located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is within 9 mi (15 km) of Monte Vibiano Castle, Pietrafitta Paleontological Museum and Perugina Chocolate Factory. Tiber River and Equestrian Center San Biagio are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

2 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Italian country side

This is a real out of town experience! Helpful, thoughtful, engaging hosts on a lovely property. Many hill top towns to explore close by in beautiful Umbria.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ralph S.

25 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aufenthalt vom 29.07-09.07.2019

Wir (2Erw. + 2Jugendl)sind in der sehr liebevoll restaurierten Ferienunterkunft von den Andrew und Hughes sehr nett empfangen worden. Es ist alles so wie in der Beschreibung dargestellt. Eingebettet in der sehr schönen und ruhigen Naturumgebung ,hier kann man die Seele baumeln lassen.Von diesem Reisedomizil lassen sich aber auch sehr gut Unternehmungen aus starten. Wir können dieses Domizil uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen.Bei diesem Anwesen handelt es sich um einen aussergewöhnlich schönes Feriendomizil bei dem es an nichts fehlt.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

5 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our week at Casale Monticchio in Umbria

Our recent week in June of 2019 at Casale Monticchio in Umbria was exceptional! Andrew and Hugues are the owners and were gracious hosts throughout the week. We enjoyed a wonderful meal with them and other guests - and they were very generous and gracious throughout our stay. Four of us stayed in "The Barns" on the property - rustic, spacious, well-equipped, and wonderfully appointed. A beautiful outdoor pool overlooking the hay field for easy swimming and relaxation - which we used daily after trips to nearby hill towns and other excursions. Andrew and Hugues continue to improve the surrounding property and the various units - all done tastefully and with a lot of passion. The town of Split is just a couple of miles up the road in order to buy essentials. Although a portion of the drive into and out of the property is somewhat rough, no problem in getting in and out - and well worth the roughness. Close access to Perugia, Assisi, Marsciano, Lake Tramineso, and many other locations. Andrew and Hugues lined up a vineyard tour and wine tasting at a local winery - which was great - and they also provided great recommendations for day trips and dinners. A friendship with Andrew and Hugues was established almost instantaneously. We would go stay at Casale Monticchio again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

12 April 2019

Paradise

This is the magical escape to Umbria we were looking for. Andrew and Hugues have created an amazing place in a wonderful part of Italy. We were in the larger apartment which is beautifully appointed with art, wonderful beds, a very comfortable couch, and the occasional visit by Sybil and Dora. Andrew and Hugues are fantastic hosts with a wealth of knowledge on possible activities in the area and beyond. You can tell that this place has been their labor of love for the past 17 years. We would recommend this place to everyone. We wish we could have stayed for longer.

10/10 Excellent

Marcus L.

4 September 2018

Fantastic apartment + infinity pool + great hosts (!)

The week we spent in Umbria in Casale Monticchio was one of our best vacation weeks ever. Casale Monticchio is a former (17th century) farmhouse which was transformed into a very nice and tasteful vacation spot. It is located literally in the middle of nature, about 2-3 km away from the next neighbors. Therefore, it is extremely quiet and peaceful and ideal to relax (factually no noise or light pollution). Nevertheless, Umbria’s favorite spots like Perugia and Assisi are within reach (by car). We (family of 4) had rented the larger apartment which is pretty spacious and easily accommodates 4 (if necessary 6 as well). It is lovely furnished with diligently restored furniture and accessories which makes it pretty unique in its appearance (also due to the various floor levels, the original stone walls, the impressing terrace door etc.). The apartment has its own private terrace for a maximum of privacy. Another highlight is the beautiful infinity pool which is shared with the (very few) other guests and allows a beautiful view into nature. Most important to mention are Andrew and Hugues who run Casale Monticchio and also live there. They are the most charming and caring hosts we ever met. Fluent in many languages, they even invited us for dinner on our first evening and were very helpful with recommendations (incl. reservations). We really got the feeling that we visited friends :-) Summing up, if you want to relax and enjoy a unique atmosphere, go there.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Hugues Beranger

Andrew originally trained as a furniture designer/maker and then studied art/architecture. Hugues is the linguist whose interests include cooking and history.

We should state that Monticchio is our permanent home and feel extremely lucky to live in such a wounderful place and enjoy sharing it with our guests.

Having bought the property and become involved in the local community we realise the responsibility we have taken on in restoring Monticchio. It will take many years to complete all the works but the friends we have made on this journey so far, prove that it is a worthwhile road to follow.

Also at Monticchio there are 3 cats Luna, Sybille and Dora, plus Timo and Picco the two donkeys, a horse Lambada and our Boxer dog Maude

Andrew

Why they chose this property

Casale Monticchio is incredibly peaceful. When we started the restoration of the property , we had to have for the building permit a day and a night survey done to check the 'noise' for the building permit and the result was that during the night Monticchio was the more silent place you can get on ...earth!
One of the important thing as well is that there is almost no direct light pollution at Monticchio and we and our guests are to see enjoy a full starry sky at night.
Our aim while renovating, was that each apartment /house would have its own individual character, a place where our guests would look forward to returning to after a long day of exploring or lying by the pool.
They are furnished with special pieces we have collected over a long period of time and each object has a story attached to it, which we are always happy to share.
We always encourage guests to tell us if they feel something is missing or if there is a way we could improve the accommodation.

What makes this property unique

There is a 20m x 5m infinity pool shared between our guest and friends. It sets away from the houses and apartments and the large terrace have a view of the valley with the river and the hill covered with wood.
All the apartments have Wi-Fi and there is a separate laundry room for guests to use.

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