Casale Torregentile is your home away from home, a place to experience the authentic pleasures of Italy. It is set amidst olive groves and vineyards, and was once the site of a 12th century village called Villanova. The garden itself is graced with remnants of medieval walls and the remains of a tower where roses and clematis grow. The garden and pool area boast unsurpassable views of Todi, one of Umbria's premier hill towns, just 15 minutes driving distance. Casale Torregentile stands out for its architectural integrity, relaxed style and exquisite views. The garden and pool area boast unsurpassable views of Todi, one of Umbria's premier hill towns, just 15 minutes driving distance. One view is framed by a pair of giant oaks in the garden; poolside the vista is open and it is truly breathtaking. "In the evening we used to sit outside near the pool and watch as the children chased fireflies" wrote a past guest, recommending this lovely country house to anyone looking for an authentic experience in a quiet and beautiful setting. The house was lovingly restored and furnished by its current owners and the work was overseen by a prominent Italian architect. Domenico Minchilli's work is featured in Architectural Digest and the book "Restoring A Home in Italy." Torregentile also got rave reviews as one of the architect's best works in a well known American design blog called "Willow Decor". GARDEN AND POOL The beauty of the villa owes much to the gardens and views. Old stone walls, dating to the 12th century, create rooms in the garden. The landscaped pool area is safely enclosed by chestnut beam fencing and thick hedging. There is plenty of natural shade, chaise lounges and deck chairs. There are several marble tables - for dining al fresco - and a kitchen herb garden. It is all about the pleasures of fine food and wine: meals can be savoured under the kitchen pergola draped with flowering vines. The barbecue is a raised stone grill; there is a ready supply of locally supplied logs. DESCRIPTION OF THE HOUSE The house is decorated with English and French antiques and Oriental rugs; the emphasis is on traditional style and comfort with contemporary accents. The terracotta floors and wood-beamed ceilings throughout use traditional Umbrian materials. The spacious kitchen on the ground floor is a focal point: a raised fireplace is cosy on a cold evening. A treasured housekeeper will always put a smile on our guests' face. She is happy to cook delicious country meals (and babysit) for guests, upon request. Torregentile can comfortably sleep ten. We have a cot and a high chair. The layout is uncomplicated and flexible. It is perfect for two families to share, as well as ideal for a honeymoon or a couple on a romantic interlude. On the ground floor there is a spacious living room with fireplace and dining table, the kitchen, a service bathroom, a second living room with fireplace (not working), where sofas can become 2 extra single beds, on request, so that the house could accommodate up to 12 if necessary. The groud floor is completed by a double bedroom (queen size bed) with en suite bathroom (shower). Fans are provided in the cooler bedrooms of the ground floor, on request. Thick stone walls keep the heat outside on the lower floor of the house. The sleeping area on the first floor consists in 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All bedrooms of the first floor are air conditioned (150 euros/week the extra cost for air conditioning, if needed): 2 double bedrooms (double beds) and a twin bedroom that accesses to a covered terrace with table and chairs, 1 shared bathroom with shower and bathtub. A spacious master bedroom (queen size bed) with fireplace and en suite bathrom (shower), this elegant bedroom has a direct access to 2 terraces, a private one, with table and chairs, and the scenic covered terrace that is shared with the twin bedroom. Master bedroom and twin bedroom could become a family suite. SERVICES INCLUDED/NOT INCLUDED in the rental rate INCLUDED: Weekly linen service (bath towels, pool towels, bed linens), cooking gas, electricity, water, internet WIFI, regular maintenance of the garden and swimming pool. Cleaning each Saturday for reservations of 2,3 or 4 weeks. Toiletries and Welcome Pack on arrival. NON TINCLUDED, payable locally (cash): Final cleanings 200 euros/reservation Heating to be metered Air conditiong 200 euros/week Notes Pets permitted on request, smoking allowed just outside. About 200 meters of unpaved road in good conditions. The property is in a quiet area with a few country houses in the surroundings. The garden is not fenced, however Torregentile garden has privacy and the entire area is safe and tranquil. AMENITIES - Air conditioning in the 4 bedrooms of the first floor (200 euros/week flat cost) - Swimming pool (4x11 meters, 1.5 meters deep), the pool area is fenced and safe for children - WiFi internet connection - TV - iPod station - DVD player - Washing machine - Dishwasher - Toaster - Electric water heater - Coffee machine - Oven - Microwave oven - Iron - Ironing board - Hairdryers - Barbecue - Mosquito screens - Barbecue - Sunloungers, outside dining tables and chairs - Umbrellas - Fans - Heating - Fireplace in the kitchen (the one in the living room is not working) - Cot and high chair