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Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

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The living room with views out toward the valley and Spoleto
The newly renovated kitchen still has a working fireplace.
Dine in front of the fire or pass food out to the outdoor table.
The desk is fully equipped for distance working.
The downstairs bedroom opens onto a sunny terrace

Overview of Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Monteluco, Umbria
  • Popular LocationSpoleto Roman Amphitheater5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpoleto Cathedral7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo-Spoleto7 min drive
  • AirportAncona (AOI-Falconara)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Artist’s tower: Immersed in nature yet close to town centre

This lovingly restored artist’s home is located in a ‘sacred grove’ on the hillside of Monteluco, which has a wooded nature preserve facing Spoleto. The property sits tranquilly amid olive groves and is within a stone’s throw of hiking paths that wind up through a forest renowned since ancient Roman times. La Torre dell'Artista includes: Living room with fireplace and spectacular views, renovated eat-in kitchen with working fireplace and windows opening out to the covered dining area for serving food outdoors. Downstairs, the principal bedroom with en-suite bath opens out onto a garden terrace with views out over Spoleto and the mountains beyond. Upstairs, the sleeping loft has a double bed with ensuite bath. There is a third bath with shower and separate laundry/utility room on the main floor beyond the kitchen. A shaded dining porch is outside the kitchen as well as a shaded car park and an extensive garden amidst the olive groves. The property has wifi throughout and a spa that is located close to the house but in a very private area carved into the hillside within the original washhouse with a spectacular view out over the town of Spoleto and surrounding hills. The hot tub is easy to operate and there is a refreshing outdoor shower: both are available May through October. Please note: the driveway is steep and the house is a tower on three levels so is unsuitable for guests with mobility issues.
The tech team for this site has been unable to post some recent reviews so we list them here:
5/5
Eine einsame Idylle hoch über Spoleto
Das Haus und die gesamte Anlage sind traumhaft schön. Es ist an alle Details gedacht: genügend Hand- und Küchentücher, sehr gut eingerichtete Küche, reichlich Weingläser (!) … überhaupt sind die Geräte und Austattungsgegenstände von hoher Qualität. Die im Tal gelegene Schnellstraße hat nach unserem Eindruck keine Lärmbelästigung bewirkt … es ist ruhig, aber nicht totenstill. Zur Begrüßung gab‘s sogar eine Flasche Spumante! Ein wunderschönes Haus mit toll gelegenem Whirlpool und gut beschattetem Freisitz. Jederzeit gerne wieder.
8/27/2022 at 1:34 PM
5/5
Heaven on earth
What a magnificent place. Everything you want and need is available en extremely clean. We've stayed over here one week and it was a full week of pleasure. Very quite, complete and completely equiped. Also Spoleto is a quite special city. Sophie was very alert, friendly and helpfull. Normally we'll never return to a place we're we've stayed but in this case we've serious doubts. The way towards the house requires some driving skills. Our suggestion is to do the first part (from the road) backward (both to the house and from the house). This is quite simple and prevent some stress. To summarise: We recommend everybody to book this house except when we want to go.
8/8/2022 at 9:35 PM

Property manager

Sophie
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Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Not recommended for toddlers due to steep stairs

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
We accept small well-behaved dogs, please ask.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please only outside, using ashtrays.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Spoleto

Located in Spoleto, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sentiero della Ferrovia Trailhead and Parco Avventura Activopark are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Springs of Clitunno and Nera Fluvial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, horse riding, and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Chiesa di San Pietro - 15 min walk
  • San Pietro extra Moenia - 15 min walk
  • Spoleto Roman Amphitheater - 5 min drive
  • Spoleto Cathedral - 7 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo-Spoleto - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Spoleto Station - 11 min drive
  • Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prosciutteria del Corso - 3 min drive
  • Canasta - 3 min drive
  • Il Mio Vinaio - 4 min drive
  • Pistacchieria Crispini - 4 min drive
  • Caffè degli Artisti - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artist Tower in Monteluco - views of Spoleto
This residence was the most spectacular I've rented in all of Europe. Spending 8 nights in Umbria was the highlight of our 3+ week trip. Day trips to waterfalls and hillside towns was great, but returning home each day to relax, enjoy our surroundings both inside and out were the best. Hospitality was amaziing, gourmet kitchen, every amenity you could need. Thanks for sharing this home to travelers.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprising stay in Monteluco
The artists tower is an impressive place to stay. Everything was luxurious for us from the velvety plush towels to the luxurious body wash and crisp white bed linen. The kitchen is a delight to cook in and the living room is an amazing place to enjoy a good book. It was lovely each day to come home to a well appointed home with a stunning view and a nice spa to finish off the day. I would not hesitate to recommend to anybody looking at staying in Umbria. It was a great base to explore the region. A little tip rent a smaller powerful car to cope with the steep driveway and when you enter and exit the driveway head up the road toward Monteluco first and then do a turnabout 1-2km up the road. It is much easier and safer .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Life Spoleto style
This house was absolutely wonderful. It was very spacious, had everything you could possibly need from olive oil to coffee tea pots pans, barbecue. There are two sizeable bedrooms-one on the mezzanine with ensuite and one downstairs with larger bathroom and doors to the outside terrace. The only downside to this property was the trickiness of the driveway. While we mastered it after a couple of days, it was quite hair rising initially and needs to be taken very slowly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
What a wonderful stay at this beautiful house. There is nothing you need while staying here. They have thought of everything! We stayed here for a week and loved exploring all the hilltop towns. The views are amazing, the beds and bedding are so comfortable! The first Italy property that has had a washer AND dryer and we really appreciated that. The driveway is more than challenging but we managed to make it up and down every day. This property is worth it in every respect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An ideal home in an ideal and quaint town
The home is beautiful, the view overlooks the hill town of Spoleto, and they have thought of everything. The home is surrounded by forest and trees, and there are a few sitting areas where we could enjoy coffee in the morning or wine in the evening. The bed and shower were comfortable, with nice bedding and towels, and the kitchen was completely equipped. We really appreciated the washer/dryer. In short, the home felt like being home and was one of the highlights of our vacation. As others have written, the only challenge is the driveway going up to the house, as it is narrow and requires a very small car with a lot of power (and even then, might require some three-point turns.)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sophie

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We raised our children here and enjoyed the endless variety of cultural offerings in the area, from the Spoleto Festival to the many nearby art treasures and the beautiful landscape of Umbria. Although we no longer live here it remains in our hearts and memories as home to the best moments of our lives.

Why they chose this property

An artist must have a tower, a view and isolation to work--but also a short walk through the woods to clear the mind and a welcoming cafe a short distance away to read the paper and enjoy the passing parade each day.

What makes this property unique

To live close enough to walk into town yet enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. Please note: the Ponte delle Torri has been closed since the 2016 earthquake. Restoration work has begun in 2021 and we will update the listing once it is reopened, presumably in April 2024.

Languages:

English, Italian

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