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True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto

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The house is the one on the left with an amazing view of the valley below.
The Orvieto Cathedral: a 13th century Gothic masterpiece!
The road leading to the house.
Lower entrance.
View of the house when you arrive to your destination.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Orvieto, Umbria
  • Place, Moro Tower
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Duomo di Orvieto
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Orvieto Underground
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Futon

Loft Bedroom overlooking The Great Hall

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Lower Floor

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom Top Floor

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto

In 1998 I purchased this house located in the oldest part of Orvieto. It took 13 years and the help of two architects to restore the house to its current condition. The extensive restoration was done respecting the original character of its medieval neighborhood, as well as integrating all modern amenities inside. My house is located half a block away from San Giovenale, the oldest Orvieto Church, which was built in 1004. Orvieto is divided in four quarters (Quartieri) and San Giovenale is one of them.

Rental is available with a minimum of three nights stay. Upon your arrival you will be greeted by Paolo Luciani, the manager, who will meet you in the square in front of the train station below the rock.
Please look at the video and pictures, which are important as an introduction to an unforgettable experience for your stay in Orvieto.

Other things to note:

Once your stay is confirmed we will communicate directly by phone and by email.

The daily rental price includes mandatory city occupancy tax.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT055023C202020655
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Orvieto

Orvieto is home to this holiday home. Lake Bolsena and Monte Rufeno Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bowling 3C and Terme di Orte.
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Orvieto, Umbria

What's nearby

  • Moro Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palazzo del Popolo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Duomo di Orvieto - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Orvieto Underground - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Orvieto Funicular - Piazza Cahen - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Orvieto Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Serenade - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bar Duomo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Café Montanucci Orvieto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dolceamaro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bartolomei - Al Vecchio Frantoio - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True Etruscan Experience in Orvieto located?

Situated in Orvieto, this holiday home is steps away from Chiesa di San Giovenale, Porta Maggiore and Porta Vivaria. Pozzo della Cava and Chiesa di Sant'Andrea are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were delighted with this home. The position and views were stunning and quite unique. The underground rooms were amazing and displayed part of Etruscan history.The booking, the level of advance information and being collected at the train station made the whole process smooth .we would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much better than expected. Great location. We really enjoyed the stay. We very much appreciated comfortable beds, linens good washer and dryer. We would highly recommend the property. We also ate at several restaurants recommended by the owner. Don’t miss the local church around the corner as well as the major sites associated with the Duomo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Dear Susan, Thank you for your great review on your stay in my Orvieto house. I loved when you said that it was much better than you anticipated. I would also add that Orvieto is a town that brings out all what you expect from an ideal vacation in Italy: hospitality, art, wonderful food and a total feeling of relax and happiness for being there.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a great location, up at the top of the city but still an easy walk to everything. Orvieto is such a beautiful town, we really enjoyed our time there. This location is so unique, with the Etruscan caves in the bottom floors. We were picked up at the train station, which was so nice after traveling, not to have to worry about getting to the VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
Dear Amanda, It was a pleasure having you as a guest. Thank you for your great review and for the good memories you will bring back home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Spring in Orvieto

Outstanding property with rich history, comfortable accommodations and decor, as well as the plus of a full size washer and dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viki B.

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

Beautiful Place

Historically fascinating, gorgeous place. Everything was perfect from check-in to check-out. Orvieto is a wonderful place to visit. Staying here made it extra special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2022
Dear Vicki, I am very happy that you enjoyed your stay in Orvieto and that everything was perfect. Orvieto is a town full of history in a relaxing modern environment.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Amazing views and one of a kind property

We had a wonderful stay in Orvieto at the cliff house. The views were amazing and the property is so interesting with the cave system and interesting details throughout the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you Kevin It has been a pleasure to have you in my Orvieto house. Thank you for your wonderful review about your stay. I hope you share your good memories with family and friends and come back one day. Giovanni
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

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

Magical Orvieto

Orvieto is simply stunning and staying at this property was equally good! The veiws from the windows are magnificent. Bed was very comfortable and we would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

History and Holiday

This property is one of a kind. A quiet location overlooking the valley with lower levels carved into the tofa rock by ancestors long gone. Loving restored. It’s an easy walk to the center of the village with plenty of quiet streets to get “lost” in.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Hello Mark, I appreciated your description of your experience in Orvieto and the stay in my house. A quiet vacation in a very unique place. Than you. Giovnni
Verified

8/10 Good

Kati T.

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

Orievto House on the Hill

It started off a little rough, but we enjoyed the house a lot. The location is fantastic and the views are incredible. It is pretty inside on all the levels and it felt cozy. We would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2024
Hello Kati, I am happy that you enjoyed your stay in the house and its environment. Orvieto and the views fron the "rock" are truly amazing. Thank you Giovanni
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Repeat visitor to the house and Orvieto

We love the house and Orvieto. This was our third time staying at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2023
Grazie Paul. You have been there three times! You truly love the house all that an historical town like Orvieto has to offer: art, relax, great food, safety, nice local people around as well many expats who feel at home. I hope you will be stay there again in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JM

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

Extraordinary House

Apart from the spectacular views across the valleys and hills, this house has its own archeological exploration on display underneath. Comfortable, spacious, sleeps 5. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK L.

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

What an amazing place!

This house and its views are not describable in words. Amazing town, great stay. We couldn’t wait to go back. So much history in Orvieto and the house itself. Couldn’t review it higher.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2024
Thank you Patrick for a perfect review: Orvieto and the house you stayed are unique and almost indescribable until you live the experience of being there. I am the owner and go there twice a year for short stays, for many years, it is never enough!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

House on the Rock

An unbelievable experience. The house was perfect and a great size for entertaining family and friends. Orvieto is a very friendly community and made friends for life while there. We are already planning a return trip to visit.
Stayed 77 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2023
Dear Sam and Mary. Thank you for sharing your enthusiastic experience of your long stay in Orvieto. Making friends there is easy. The relaxing life style of Orvieto is the secret to feel a home there wishing to return soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Spectacular Orvieto property

This place was magical - A brilliant renovation - great location and with the best possible view Everything you could want for a holiday vacation home . I was taking an art course and was able to come home for lunch daily - on route was a local butcher - a fruit and vegetable shop and a hardware store - the morning walk along the cliff with the extraordinary views of the valley was an added bonus
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt B.

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

Amazing!

The property is extraordinary! We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Perfect location to explore Umbria and what an incredibly historical and beautiful building it is. It’s in a lovely quiet part of town with beautiful views of the countryside. If you do drive, the parking lot is a good distance from the property - easy walk with the wonderful escalators.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2023
Orvieto is a very special town! I am happy you enjoyed staying in my house in a peaceful setting, beautiful views and lot to discover all around. Grazie Giovanni
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robin w.

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

Wonderful Holiday Rest

We had just finished a strenuous Rick Steves Tour of Sicily, and wanted to spend some days rewinding, relaxing, and getting a feel for a different part of Italy. This place was perfect, the history of the house is amazing, and the decor and fine workmanship of the cabinetry was outstanding and it carried throughout the entire house. We were close to town and enjoyed the people, the food, and the scenery. I would recommend this house to anyone who wants a unique experience in a hilltop city.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Dear Robin, Ciao, I truly liked reading your good review on your stay in a relaxing environment while enjoying history, great food and confort in a beautiful town like Orvieto. I sincerely appreciate your kindness. Giovanni
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIRIAM D.

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

House on the rock

The house is beautiful, and well maintained. The location is superb, and found the neighbors friendly. We had an almost immediate response to any questions we had concerning the house. Overall. We had a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2022
Ciao Miriam, I am happy to know that everything was pleasant with your stay in beautiful Orvieto and that you enjoyed my house, it’s unique location and the good local people. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

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

Great place

The house has been thoughtfully designed and was very comfortable. Views were tremendous and we loved that the upper town of Orvieto is a walking town. Farmer’s markets on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. San Giovenale church was built in 1000 and is still in use every day. Beautiful mass on Christmas Day. If you’re looking for quiet and serene with great views, this is your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

lovely

really enjoyed the house and the town of Orvieto. thankful for AC!! Paolo was very helpful when we had a water leak, he came and fixed it immediatly. If I'm ever back in Orvieto, I'd like to stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
I loved review about your experience in Orvieto. I hope you will be back there.. Grazie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

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

It was our own Underground Orvieto

We had a wonderful stay at the very unique home in Orvieto. The location and fantastic view was wonderful and the hill town of Orvieto was outstanding. We took long walks and thoroughly enjoyed much wonderful food at area osterias, trattorias, pizzerias and bars. But, even still, this wonderful home was incredible with its own underground and caves showing its Etruscan roots. Then, you can go upstairs and see million dollar views. Thank you for the experience. The Teals and Putnam’s
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
The description of your stay is fantastic. You nailed everything perfectly. Grazie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Magical location!

House on the rock was wonderful. The home is in the oldest part of town and overlooks the stunning valley below. Owner and manager were great to work with and very accommodating. House has unique layout with multiple floors and looking into original Etruscan cave. The setting gives you a true experience. This house is ideal for 2 couples or family with older children. Orvieto is beautiful with great restaurants, lots of history, and as a base to explore Umbria and Tuscany. We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

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

Amazing!

A 10 out of 10 isn't sufficient for this place...that's what you give a normal place that does everything right. But, this was an out-of-this-world place that does everything right. The property is in one of the most amazing places in the world, with a tremendous view, great history, and perfect amenities. I don't know what to tell you other than "Go rent this place!"
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
You gave the best review you could and I wish to thank you the same way. I couldn’t be happier having you in my house. Ciao e Grazie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Amazing!

I can’t believe we were able to stay in this amazing property! The house is beautiful, and beautifully decorated. The excavated underground is so incredible, we went down there often. In fact, we found the bed in the lower floor more comfortable, so we slept down there too. The location is next to the best view in town and yet close to the parking lot elevator and escalator, and great restaurants. We highly recommend Mezza Luna for dinner, but definitely make a reservation. In short, if you will be staying in Orvieto, rent this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2022
Dear Pam, Thank you for sharing a very happy experience with your staying in my house in Orvieto.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

History and view

Interesting apartment in tufa block with outstanding views over Umbrian hills. Real sense of ancient history while being comfortable. Plenty of towels and pillows - a plus. Walking distance to everything and great sunsets. Only thing to improve it would be a small outside deck for coffee in morning and wine in evening. Maybe off the office/third bedroom? We encountered no fantasmi (ghosts)!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2022
Dear Robin, It was a real pleasure reading your charming comments on the true Etruscan experience in my house while visiting beautiful Orvieto. I wish you a happy trip back home. Giovanni
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8/10 Good

Paul T.

Beautiful property and great location. A few details overlooked.

Architectural restoration was beautiful. Wasn’t informed that local manager wasn’t available until we arrived and called the owner. Manager initially fixed the internet and water tap that was loose. Water heater was not fixed. Ignored communications to again fix the internet - so were without internet for 80% of the trip. Not to mention no hot water in master bath and kitchen for most of the trip. We would stay again if convinced these issues are addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
The Manager was expecting guest's arrival for the day before as originally scheduled. He was worried when he heard that the arrival was postponed because he had another commitment. Myself, the owner, and the Manager could not resolve the problems reported and we apologize.

About the host

Hosted by Giovanni Savio

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My name is Giovanni Savio, originally from Florence. I will answer all your questions,. Please ask Paolo, the house manager for my cell phone and I will be happy to talk to you from San Francisco.I want you to enjoy an unforgettable experience in my favorite town of all of Italy.

Why they chose this property

This house is located in the oldest part of Orvieto, next to San Giovenale, the first Orvieto Cathedral built in 1004. The house has been fully restored with all modern amenities inside and has easy access to shopping, restaurants, and many places nearby.

Rental is available with a minimum of three nights stay. Upon your arrival you will be greeted by Paolo Luciani, the manager, who will meet you in the main square in front of the train station below the rock.

Once your stay is confirmed we will communicate directly by phone and by email.

What makes this property unique

My Orvieto house has been a wonderful gateway to tranquillity, art, history and antiquity. I love the location, close to Rome, fast transportation and countless places of interest.
You will be in the oldest part of Orvieto, next to San Giovenale, the first Orvieto Cathedral built in 1004. The house has been fully restored with all modern amenities, close to lots of shopping, true Italian restaurants, many historical places. Rental is available with a minimum of three nights stay.

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