This is a fabulous house that dates back to the 13th century. It has been entirely renovated (with suggestions and designs by the great sculptor Beverly Pepper). Inside the town walls, about 5 min. walk from the main square. It is very private and quiet because it is flanked by the apse of the church of S. Prassede on the south-west side, and has a 1,200 sq.ft. garden in front. Built on four floors, all the windows on the living room and bedroom levels have great views of the valley below. A Romanesque lion's head still in the facade takes you back to the 13th century when this house was built. Our good friend, the great sculptor Beverly Pepper, helped us with the renovation. It is inside the town walls, about 5 min. walk from the main square, so it is conveniently located in terms of shopping. I mean why come to Italy and isolate yourselves in a rural farmhouse? May as well stay in Palo Alto. We wanted to enjoy living amongst the Italians and that is why we chose this house. And yet it is very private and quiet because it is flanked by the apse of the church of S. Prassede on the south-west side, and has a 1,200 sq.ft. garden in front. Insect screens on all windows and AC in all the bedrooms. Todi is smack in the center of Umbria, one of Italy's most beautiful and artistic regions. (It is much less touristy than neighboring Tuscany.) Todi has about 9,000 inhabitants, with very little industry and rolling hills and farm land all around. It is set on top of a hill, 480 sq. meters above sea level, and is primarily medieval in its architectural make-up. Another good reason for being in town, apart from enjoying concerts at the theater, exhibitions, cocktails on the square, is the BEST ICE CREAM in the world (as verified by many of our guests). Yes, the Bar Pianegiani, a 10-min. walk up the street. Six/seven people can sleep comfortably in our home, though over the years we have had many single couples who have enjoyed the space. If you rent in a season that requires heating we will ask that you reimburse us for the gas and electric consumption which is metered. Same thing in Summer, when the electricity will be metered if you choose to use the AC.