Torre Antica

This tower, an ancient stronghold built in the 12th century on top of a hill, is one of the many towers that have overlooked the city of Todi since the Middle Ages and one of the very unique design properties in central Italy. The castle, listed since 1954, has recently been restored with rigorous philological methods and transformed into an enchanting place of hospitality. The historical residence has in fact everything it takes to offer a magical retreat for a dreamlike getaway, together with a contemporary touch in furnishing and choice of colours and use of spaces. Intimate, comfortable and evocative, this charming property strikes for the purity of its architectural lines that merge and blend with a graceful contamination of design furniture and glamorous accent pieces: as seen today, the castle is the result of skilful structural renovation, with interiors organized to meet today’s demand for modern accommodation. For relaxing outdoors the tower offers on its top of 24 meters in height a panoramic and striking terrace from which admiring Todi and the surrounding countryside. The tower boasts 6 double bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, of which two feature a hot tub and 1 features a shower, a sauna and a hot tub. In the heart of the region that spawned Saint Benedict and Saint Francis, just 8 kilometres from the city of Todi, the tower is also a superb starting point for a visit to Umbria: Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto, Bevagna, Montefalco and Orvieto are all within 30/40 km, and it takes less than two hours to reach Rome and Florence by car or train.

6 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms

FEATURES & AMENITIES: 

• Welcome Basket
• Daily cleaning 2 hours every day from Monday to Saturday
• Regional Cook service for breakfast and for 3 meals during the week
• Air Conditioning (Partial - in all bedrooms)
• Professional kitchen, Nespresso machine, blender, toaster, microwave, kettle, dishwasher
• 3 fully equipped kitchens
• Barbecue Facilities
• Iron and ironing board
• Change of pool and bathroom towels twice a week (Monday, Wednesday); Change of bedlinen (Wednesday)
• CD Player
• WI-FI all bedrooms
• Central Heating
• Dining Area (Outdoor)
• Flat screen TV • DVD Player
• Elevator
• Rooftop
• Swimming Pool (Private - 15 by 3 meters) • Luxury pool furniture
• Shower with hydro-massage & sauna for 1 person
• Terrace (Rooftop)
• Private chapel
• Final cleaning included
• Regional Cook service for breakfast and for 3 meals during the week (for group bigger than 8 help is needed at hourly extra cost)
• Utilities Included: Heating, Electricity, Water and Wi-Fi

Kindly Note:

• An 18th century chapel can be used on request for religious celebrations
• The first floor contains the family's library and is closed to the public
• The owner lives in a separate building on the estate

Region Details: Umbria- 

Umbria region is exquisite, mystical, peaceful, and best of all, unspoiled. Centrally located, this one landlocked region of Italy is often referred to as the green heart of the Country and it is an especially verdant region of mountains, rolling green hills, forests, tumbling rivers, lush farming land, hiking trails, vineyards, and awe inspiring and time transporting views. Out of Umbria come extraordinary and highly regarded wines, both red and white, olive oils, whole grains, exquisite truffles, first rate prosciutto, sausages and other pork products, honeys, cheeses - and much more. In less two hours time circa visitors can reach Rome or Florence. The splendid medioeval towns of Perugia, San Francesco town of Assisi with the just restored Giotto paintings of the, Gubbio, Norcia and Cascia as well as the ski station of Forchecanapine and the Trasimeno Lake area all amazing spots and must-see destinations. The Province of Terni, from the Nera valley to Orvieto is a surprising one, with a rich offer: hills covered with vineyards and olive groves, bordered with green mountains, surrounded by enchanting valleys where nature still reign and creatures of the wood live free, undisturbed by civilization, and some wild areas such as Marmore falls. A complete region, so centrally located to constitute the perfect option for those who want to get the best of Italy in once.