Poggio ai Cigni is also available at lower rates for smaller parties. For details see Poggio ai Cigni (x 4 people).
Location
In the green, vineyard-covered hills just north-west of Orvieto [in Umbria], 8km/5 miles, with its stunning Duomo and Etruscan tombs, and within easy reach of Bolsena [in Lazio], 16km/10 miles, on the shore of the beautiful lake with the same name. The nearest shops are at Sferacavallo, 4km/2.5 miles. This is one of Italy's most prolific wine-growing areas, with an emphasis on the white wines for which Orvieto and Montefiascone, to the south, have become known. The small roads running through the vineyards and forests are ideal for walking and bicycling, as well as horseback riding.
Accommodations
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Ground floor
Large living room with an open fireplace leading out under a loggia facing the swimming pool. Well-equipped kitchen with a dining area. WC. Double bedroom with a four-poster bed and a spare bed. Double bedroom. Bathroom with bath and shower.
Guest annex
[connected to the dining room of the main house via a second loggia with a barbeque] Double bedroom and twin bedroom sharing a bathroom with shower.
Grounds
Bordering little Lake Sugano, a pretty garden edged with tall trees. The swimming pool, 6 x 12m/20 x 39 feet, which has steps and a shallow area, lies just outside the house on a flagstone terrace.
Assistance
Assistance is provided locally by the property's owner, who speaks a little English. Services included in the rental fee, and optional services available, are noted under Price and Availability.
Facilities
Dishwasher. Built-in barbeque. Washing machine. Satellite TV with video. Central heating. Working fireplace. Fixed telephone line.
Access
Airports: Rome, about 1 hour 20 minutes; Florence, under 2 hours. Railway station and motorway exit on the far side of Orvieto, 12km/7.5 miles including 2km/1 mile along a white road that is too rough in places for low-slung cars. Parking for four cars.
Activities
Tennis and horseback riding within 15 minutes.
Small appliances
Kettle. Mixer. Toaster. Hair dryer. Iron and ironing board.
Pool details
The pool has a depth of 0.50-1.6m/1.5-5 feet and steps for entry/exit. Outdoor shower.
