Stunning Panoramic Villa near Rome, Pool (heating optional)

Swim with a view over the Umbrian hills, linger over long lunches on the porch and end the day by the fireplace. Casale degli Ulivi is a panoramic farmhouse, restored by its architect-owner, set in 5,000 m² of private gardens and olive grove. Exclusive use for up to 11 guests: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a pool with optional heating (Apr-Nov) and total peace. Rome and Orvieto are about an hour away. Private cook on request. Your hosts speak English and love sharing their local secrets. Il Casale degli Ulivi, a home with a story In 2000 our family bought a farmhouse that had been abandoned for decades. Francesco, an architect, spent years restoring it with fine materials and antique furniture. Today it offers 240 m² (2,580 sq ft) of light, character and comfort, made for families and friends who want to be together, with room to breathe.

Living The spacious living and dining room has a large fireplace and a table big enough for everyone. Two doors open onto the 55 m² (590 sq ft) covered porch facing the hills: the place for breakfast, long lunches and sunset aperitivo. The large eat-in kitchen is fully equipped (dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer plus chest freezer) and ready for serious Italian cooking.

Sleeping (up to 11)

3 bedrooms, each with a double bed, a single bed and air conditioning: one on the ground floor, two upstairs opening onto a large panoramic terrace
2 sofa beds, one in the ground-floor living room and one in the upstairs living room (air-conditioned)
2 full bathrooms with shower, one on each floor
A small upstairs loggia, perfect for reading in the shade

Outdoors

5,000 m² (1.2 acres) of gardens with fruit trees and an olive grove
12.5 x 4 m (41 x 13 ft) pool, 1.35 m (4.4 ft) deep, with outdoor shower, sun loungers, umbrellas and a breathtaking view
Barbecue, garden furniture and plenty of space for kids to run (there's even a football goal)
Free private parking

Wi-Fi, TV, a well-stocked library and board games, 2 washing machines, 2 vacuum cleaners, iron, hairdryer. Bed linen, towels and table linen are all included.

Guests have access to all indoor and outdoor areas of the property, except for the underground pool plant room and the wooden shed in the car park.

A car is essential: the house is peacefully secluded in the countryside, with shops, supermarkets and restaurants a short drive away.
Pool season: late April to early November. Optional heating to 29-30°C (84-86°F): €70 one-off + €22 per day, to be booked at least 72 hours before arrival and paid on arrival.
Charged on usage: heating (LPG), firewood, air conditioning, pool hydromassage.
Refundable security deposit: €150, returned at check-out.
Small pets welcome by prior arrangement.
Housekeeping and a local cook available on request.
This is a peaceful retreat: no parties or events.
Minimum stay from 2 nights (varies by season).

Where Umbria meets Lazio Calvi dell'Umbria sits on a green plateau surrounded by wooded hills, farms and absolute quiet. It's an ideal base for discovering the authentic heart of Italy, away from the crowds, yet close enough to Rome for a day in the city.

Day trips (approx. driving times)

Ocriculum Roman ruins and Otricoli: 10 min
Narni, medieval hill town: 25 min
Bomarzo Monster Park: 40 min
Marmore Falls, a spectacular waterfall created by the ancient Romans: 50 min
Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio: about 1 h
Rome city centre: about 1 h
Spoleto and Todi: about 1 h
Assisi and Perugia: about 1 h 30
Firenze: about 2 h

Getting here

By car: 4 km from the A1 motorway (Magliano Sabina exit)
By train: Civita Castellana station is 7 km away, with connections to Rome Tiburtina and Fiumicino Airport
A car is essential to enjoy the area; we recommend renting one at the airport