Luxury Villas in Umbria, Italy

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Umbria is a nature-lover’s paradise. A luxury villa holiday in Umbria is all about the scenery – the rolling hills, the tall cypresses and the endless countryside walks. This land-locked region is so breathtakingly beautiful you don’t miss the sea at all.

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About Luxury Villas in Umbria, Italy

Our collection of luxury villas in Umbria includes some of the most stylish and charming properties in Italy. They are dotted around the rolling hills and each one has views to die for. They have been created by lovingly restoring ancient stone farmhouses to the highest possible standard and with impeccable interior design. Each luxury villa is a design masterpiece, decorated with panache, and fits perfectly into the charming landscape of Umbria.

For gourmands, Umbria is heaven. Vineyards and olive groves abound and the fresh local produce is truly world class.

Altogether quieter and with much smaller towns than its neighbouring Tuscany, Umbria is in many ways the richer for it. It’s certainly shaken off its image as the poor-man’s Tuscany. In fact, if peace, countryside, and food and drink are what you’ve come for, Umbria may be a better choice. You’re in the very ‘real’ heart of the country when on a luxury villa holiday here.

Umbria’s main hill towns, such as Perugia, Orvieto and Norcia, are all in reasonably close proximity so it’s easy to visit a few places in a day if you want to escape the quiet of your luxury villa. There’s lots to see in terms of history and culture – the UNESCO world heritage site of Assisi, the beautifully gothic duomo in Orvieto and Perugia, Umbria’s main town, with its historic centre.

There are lots of itineraries following the wine, olive oil and religious trails which will take you all over the region and allow you to see the best of the countryside at the same time.

BEST TIME
TO VISIT

July and August are the warmest months and the most popular with visitors. However a great time to visit is springtime, when the weather is clement and the countryside is at its lush best. Autumn is equally pleasant as the peak summer temperatures have subsided and the wine harvest begins.

What we love about Umbria

The pretty walled hilltop town of Todi is lovely to explore on a quiet day and has fabulous views of the surrounding countryside.

Getting there

Umbria has it’s own regional airport, the Aeroporto Internazionale dell’Umbria – Perugia “San Francesco d’Assisi”. For more regular international flights, Florence is 2 hours drive north and Rome is 3 hours south.

Best Places To Eat and Drink

The region is rich in gourmet specialities to try on a luxury villa holiday in Umbria. Norcia and Spoleti are the top spots for truffle hunting. Norcia is also known for its pork charcuterie, so you’ll find a fine lunch here. The best olive oil in Umbria is said to be found in Trevi, where the wine bars offer olive oil tastings. The local Sagrantino grapes make a fine red wine to wash it all down.

When you’re in Gubbio, Umbria’s oldest town, lunch at Taverna di Lupo would be a good choice. It’s been operating in its 14th-century premises for more than 30 years.

For a gourmet evening meal out of your luxury villa, serious foodies will enjoy the one Michelin-starred Vissani, about 10 mile out of Orvieto, to which gourmands travel from all over Italy.

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Luxury Villa Holidays in Umbria

Whether your ‘thing’ is nature, history, wine or gourmet food, you’ll find yourself well catered for in Umbria. Close your eyes and imagine gently rolling hills, olive groves, vineyards, cypress trees, endless sunshine, blue skies and the soothing scent of lavender.

Now you have a sense of what this luxury villa destination in Italy has to offer. Peace, countryside and simple living are Umbria’s specialties. If you’re looking for a luxury villa in the Italian countryside with its own private pool, you’ll find yourself spoilt for choice.

Some of Umbria’s main hill towns including Perugia, Orvieto and Norcia, are in convenient proximity so your luxury villa so offers the ideal base for sightseeing. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Assisi is worth visiting, as is the historic gothic Duomo in Orvieto.

Gourmands will be truly happy in Umbria. Many luxury holiday villas can offer private chefs, who can rustle up unforgettable Italian feasts for you and yours. You may also find a traditional wood fired oven on your luxury villa’s terrace – ideal for pizza al fresco.

Norcia and Spoleti are the top spots for truffle hunting, whilst Trevi is known for the quality of its olive oil.

Wherever you choose to dine, you can wash it all down with a bottle (or three) of red wine made from the excellent locally grown Sagrantino grapes. Saluti!

Luxury Villas in the Countryside in Umbria

Villa Spinaltermine

Secluded, peaceful and utterly stunning, this luxury villa with swimming pool is found at the end of a 3km lane in Umbria. It’s more than just a wonderful luxury holiday destination. It’s the ideal retreat in the most magical of surroundings.

Overlooking the rolling countryside hills, classic Umbrian simplicity is in evidence at this serene shuttered, stone building. Yet the low key ambience belies the wonderful facilities on offer. Steal some moments to yourself amid the Kelly Hoppen style muted tones of the library or try your hand at fishing or hunting before wandering around the family run Bottega on the Reschio estate within which Villa Spinaltermine sits.

Alfresco living is key here in Umbria, of course. You’ll find tranquil dining areas just outside the house and beside the pool – the ideal spot for pre-dinner drinks as the sun sets over the hills. Then there’s the infinity pool for lazy days.

There’s even a handy pool house so you don’t have to schlep back to your villa when it’s time for more cocktails.

There’s plenty going on at the private estate which houses Villa Spinaltermine. But we won’t judge you if you barely move from your sun lounger.

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Villa Noci

Offering unique surroundings, this 17th-century property combines Italian surroundings with top class high-spec finishes and modern gadgetry. Its rustic chic at the top of its game. Think mellow terracotta floors, rough-hewn woods and your very own pizza oven and you’ll get the picture.

This luxury villa in Umbria with private swimming pool is perfect for a party of six, whether you’re travelling en-famille or with friends.

The chic open-plan kitchen blends seamlessly into the dining area and drawing room. It’s all about making the most of your time together at this luxury villa. You can all cook, eat, drink and enjoy each other’s company – exactly what Italian hospitality is famous for!

You’ll certainly all enjoy the split level infinity pool with double overflow. The views from this spot are outrageously beautiful. Heaven.

For quieter moments, there’s a study with its own TV, which doubles up as a fantastic den for junior guests.

Alfresco dining is celebrated here in Umbria for good reason. There’s an outdoor pizza oven and dining area, heady with the scent of lavender and other local herbs which are grown in this luxury villa’s gardens, meal times are a delight.

Villa Cadenza

Rustic wood beams, terracotta floors and serene neutral décor set the laid back scene at this luxury villa with private swimming pool in Umbria. The wonderful living room with oversized sofas you can simply sink into and stone fireplace offers the perfect spot for relaxing with friends and family after candlelit dinners in the atmospheric dining room.

When you’re not enjoying the spacious interior of this luxury villa, head outside. As you’d expect, alfresco living is a big deal here.

There are spacious terraces and gardens for you to explore. The outside space is simply perfect for family picnics or a quiet afternoon with a book. Villa Cadenza is a real retreat from the outside world.

You could easily while away hours lounging around the cool turquoise waters at the gorgeous outdoor private swimming pool, just a few steps from the house.

When you fancy some sightseeing, you’re not far from the historic town of Perugia. That’s if you can tear yourself away from your own private villa, that is. Enjoying those show stopping countryside views on the terrace, a glass of locally produced vino in hand, as the sun warms your face, you’d be forgiven for never wanting to leave.

Luxury Villas in Umbria for Weddings

Villa Paradiso

A majestic property nestled in the Umbrian hills, surveying acres of olive groves, Villa Paradiso is truly heavenly. As you sweep up to its impressive shuttered frontage and Italian terracotta roof tiles, you can’t help but be impressed.

This sense of grandeur makes it ideal for weddings. Indeed, you’d be hard pressed to find a more wonderful location for your big day.

History buffs will enjoy discovering Villa Paradiso’s rich past. The original building dates back to the ninth-century and small traces of it remain, amid the present U-shaped building which was built in the early 17th century.

Classically decorated with traditional frescoes and art, it’s a real Umbrian treat. The sun-dappled courtyard at the back of the house is ideal for a champagne reception.

There’s a majestic ballroom – the ideal space for a show stopping wedding party.

You can choose to dine alfresco or gather around the long refectory style table, where dedicated staff will serve unforgettable gourmet Italian feasts.

If you can muster the energy, you can enjoy exploring the undulating hills and countryside surrounding Villa Paradiso. The area has been declared a site of special interest by the EU, due to local wildlife including wild boar, roe deer and porcupines.