Art, nature and peace upon the mountain of St. Francis.

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Spello, Umbria

Villa of Mosaics13 min drive
Santa Maria Maggiore14 min drive
Terme Francescane Thermal Baths19 min drive
Ancona (AOI-Falconara)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Shower room 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Shepard's Cottage that preserves the 18th century original characteristic with his structure made in local pink stones. Indoors the building has been re-adapted to host from 4 to 6 persons. It is located at the bottom of mount Subasio bordering with the regional park. The cottage is located 12 km to Assisi, 5/6 km. outside Spello and very close to Collepino castle. In addition the scenery offers a beautiful display of ancient olive trees covering the hillside from Assisi all the way to Spoleto.
Private outdoor heated Jacuzzi and wood-burning oven.
Electricity, bed,bedroom, kitchen and bathroom linen, final cleaning, use of the washing machine, SPA and oven, television, WiFi are included in the price.
Heating to be paid according to consumption (with meter)

Property manager

Nadia e Augusto Antonelli Franceschini

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spello

Located in Spello, this cottage is in the mountains. Basilica San Francesco di Assisi and Porta di Venere are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Park of Mount Subasio and Bosco di San Francesco. Villa Fidelia and Mercatino dell'Usato di Spello are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, horse riding and ecotours nearby.

Spello, Umbria

What's nearby

Villa of Mosaics - 13 min drive
Arco Romano - 13 min drive
Santa Maria Maggiore - 14 min drive
Terme Francescane Thermal Baths - 19 min drive
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels - 20 min drive

Getting around

Spello Station - 14 min drive
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ristorante La Cantina di Spello - ‬13 min drive
‪Il Beericcio shop&food - ‬13 min drive
‪Il Pinturicchio - ‬13 min drive
‪Taverna San Silvestro - ‬12 min drive
‪Microbirrificio Diecinove - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Art, nature and peace upon the mountain of St. Francis. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Art, nature and peace upon the mountain of St. Francis.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Art, nature and peace upon the mountain of St. Francis.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Art, nature and peace upon the mountain of St. Francis. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Arco Romano, Chiesa di San Severino and Pinacoteca Civica. Cappella Baglioni and Porta di Venere are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

1 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellissimo luogo

Gentilissimi proprietari, ubicazione incantevole. Casa benissima attrezzata, davvero molto comoda. Torniamo con certezza!

Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

glen k.

12 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Spello Cottage

The property is on the side of a steep slope, very isolated in the middle of an olive orchard. It takes10 - 15 minutes to drive from the village. The major downside is that it is dark with tiny windows showing almost no view. Everything worked. The kitchen could use new utensils. The internet connection was intermittent and didn't work downstairs. There was an extra charge for gas for heating, not mentioned in the web site. The owner was friendly and professional. The electrical plugs did not accommodate our Dutch/French ones and only one converter was available.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Matteo D.

5 Jan 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Capodanno nel verde

Abbiamo prenotato per passare i giorni di capodanno con amici in questa struttura. Casa isolata, immersa nel verde e molto tranquilla

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

barbara l.

6 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piccolo paradiso

Per noi è stato bellissimo! Casaletto immerso nella natura! A solo 10 minuti da Spello e vicinissimo a bellissimi posti da visitare! (Collepino,San Giovanni,Assisi,Bevagna,Rasiglia ecc..). Idromassaggio ben tenuto e con vista panoramica! Padroni di casa disponibili e gentili! Torneremo prestissimo!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Léa G.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour

Nous avons passé un super séjour en famille. Le gîte est spacieux et les chambres gardent une certaine fraîcheur. Environnement agréable entouré d'oliviers avec une très belle vue. Notre hôte est très prévenante et soucieuse de notre bien-être.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

20 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uhriges, sehr gepflegtes hübsches Berghaus inmitten von Olivenhainen

Perfekt zum Entspannen und Abschalten, super angenehm!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick Y.

25 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Country Cottage

This house is comfy and quaint, located on a beautiful hillside surrounded by olive trees. Although quite dark inside, the views our of the window in the kitchen is amazing. The furniture is out of a time machine, like all the old stuff your Italian grandmother had lying around, which gives it character, but maybe not the most comfort. The beds are very bouncy and not amazingly supportive. The kitchen is very well equipped (baring the knives of course, always bring your own knives). One of the highlights is the hot tub, which was super fun with the kids and had an amazing view. The hosts were super friendly and helpful. You have to pay in cash for the gas you use, FYI. All in all a great, rustic house in a beautiful and quiet part of Umbria. Good for a single family or two couples.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

15 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful mountain house

I loved this little house. It sits on a beautiful mountain overlooking Spello. Sitting outside is so peaceful and quiet. You only hear the tranquil sounds of nature. Nadia is excellent and helpful and takes extra care of this special place!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic and lovely

An amazing historic cottage in a breathtaking setting.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jean marc o.

19 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison de vacances idéale et pleine de charme dans une nature sauvage et un environnement magnifique

Excellente expérience. Profiter du spa extérieur avec une vue à 180 degrés sur les oliviers et sur la vallée, quel bonheur ! Et puis, il y’a tellement de choses à visiter et à faire dans les proches environs….. Seul petit bémol, les moustiques le soir et la nuit (mais la maison dispose de moustiquaires sur toutes les fenêtres). Les propriétaires sont charmants et attentionnés.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verhagen F.

6 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige rustige plaats midden in de natuur met mooi uitzicht

De locatie is echt uniek, midden in de natuur. Je zit in een olijfboomgaard waar niemand komt behalve wat herten en zwijntjes tussen het geluid van krekels. De eigenaresse is heel aardig en zorgzaam. Geen gedoe met borg of extra kosten. Als tip voor de eigenaar zou ik wel wat extra horgordijnen voor de deur hangen i.v.m muggen. De slaapkamer is overigens wel goed beschermd tegen muggen. I.t.t. de beschrijving is er alleen geen WIFI. Gelukkig hebben we dit kunnen oplossen door ons mobiele abonnement aan te passen.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

11 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannte Tage im Olivenhain

Superschön ruhig gelegen und sehr nette Vermieter mit sehr guten Englischkenntnisse

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valentina G.

31 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax tra silenzio, cicale e uliveti

Posizione straordinaria per abbinare giorni tra cultura e natura. La casa è accogliente, tanto quanto i suoi proprietari. Ciliegina sulla torta: la vasca idromassaggio esterna, in cui terminare le giornate.

10/10 Excellent

Johan L.

17 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schitterend

Prachtig huis, stijlvol ingericht met alle nodig comfort. De locatie is uniek. De gastvrouw zorgt prima voor haar gasten. Een unieke ervaring!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra P.

29 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incantevole Madreselva

Meravigliosa vacanza agostana passata alla Madreselva, bellissima proprietà che si trova in un uliveto, dove regnano il verde, la pace e il silenzio che ci hanno fanno dimenticare lo stress dei mesi milanesi. Per i nostri due cani è stato il non plus ultra! La vasca idromassaggio poi è stata la ciliegina sulla torta che, soprattutto nei momenti più caldi della vacanza, ha offerto fresco e relax.... ma anche di notte guardando il cielo stellato... ”che ve lo dico a fare”! La proprietaria è stata gentile e disponibilissima e l’ olio biologico, prodotto con le olive della proprietà, un dono molto gradito oltre che buonissimo. Spello, Assisi, Montefalco e gli splendidi paesaggi circostanti di uliveti e vigneti hanno completato la nostra incantevole vacanza umbra. Un grazie di cuore alla Madreselva e ai suoi proprietari!

Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Hanneke T.

6 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Heel gezellig authentiek verblijf echter voor honden en kleine kinderen niet echt geschikt.

Voor honden en kleine kinderen ongeschikt vanwege geen omheining naar het dal waardoor het gevaarlijk is. Verder fijn huisje en hele vriendelijke eigenares. De weg ernaar toe dient wel omschreven te worden in de advertentie. Deze is behoorlijk steil en moeilijk.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vikki L.

30 Sept 2018

Wonderful, secluded Umbrian hilltop vistas, lovely old house and absolute peace and tranquility

A fabulous find, this wonderful 17th Century mountain retreat is so high up in the Umbrian hills above Spello with views along the valley that must extend for 50 miles. The setting is just stunning. The house itself is rustic, charming and simple with a small kitchen but otherwise really generous living space and being built on the side of the hill, the bedrooms are downstairs and therefore cooler in the summer heat. The hot tub absolutely delivers, it’s a fabulous way to spend lazy afternoons just watching the sun pass by the horizon. Perhaps the biggest surprise for us was Spello, an Umbrian town we hadn’t visited before and it’s wonderful, a really stunning Umbrian hilltop town. You are also perfectly placed to visit Assisi which is a really easy 20 minute drive away. And we would also really recommend the hour drive to Mamore falls, literally one of the most extraordinary waterfalls you will see, made all the more extraordinary that it is man made by the Romans by diverting one river down a mountain to meet another river- don’t be put off by the idea that it’s man made, it’s real and it’s incredible! Finally we have to mention that our host Nadia who owns the house is charm and kindness personified, she couldn’t have been more helpful coming every few days to check on the hot tub and maintain the ph levels and always letting us know ahead and never disturbing us. She speaks wonderful English and is very easy to chat to; we would absolutely recommend the property, it was a lovely week.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

21 July 2018

Peace, quiet, beauty and views in Italy's green heart.

We loved our stay in La Madraselva, from start to finish. Thanks so much to Nadia for her warm welcome and tireless efforts in making our stay so unforgettable. The cottage is perfect: very spacious, with everything we needed, and very cool in the heat of June. The views are superb over the blue haze of the Umbrian plain, including some of the beautiful surrounding hilltop villages. We enjoyed the freshness of the mountain air in the evening as well as the cuckoos, owls, barking deer and the fireflies darting through the olive trees! Even the occasional eagle drifting by. A short drive brings you to the flowers and views atop Mt. Subasio The spa was very welcome in the heat of the day as was Nadia's kind invitation to use the superb swimming pool at her other property about a 15 minute drive away. Grazie mille! A well-stocked supermarket can be found in Spello as well as a convenience store and restaurant a few minutes by car up the mountain in Collepino. Once down the mountain, it is a short drive to our beloved Assisi, whose deeply spiritual aura never seems to diminish, Bevagna, Montefalco, Trevi and, of course, Spello itself. Well worth checking out local festivals such as the Gaite in Bevagna. Excellent restaurants using fresh, local produce abound. When we return we hope to catch the flower festival in Spello in early June. It's also a shortish drive to Colfiorito and its flower meadows in the mountains. Overall, a wonderfully refreshing visit.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

18 Aug 2012

"Nous avons passé un séjo...

"Nous avons passé un séjour enchanteur dans ce qui s''est révélé être un bel ermitage ombrien. Bien qu''isolé dans la montagne, il permet un accès rapide à Assise, Spolète ou Pérouse. Proche de Spello (10 mn en voiture), ville charmante, ce lieu de villégiature permet une immersion dans l''Ombrie de St François. L''absence de piscine sur place est largement compensée par la présence d''un spa et l''accès possible à la piscine de la propriété (10 mn en voiture)."

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Blandine G.

9 May 2012

"Très belle maison, meubl...

"Très belle maison, meublée avec goût et très spacieuse. Nous sommes en pleine nature au milieu des oliviers et la vue sur les collines est magnifique! Nous avons été très bien accueillis par la propriétaire et nous gardons vraiment un très bon souvenir de notre séjour."

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurence D.

11 Nov 2010

"Nous avons passé de merv...

"Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances avec toute notre famille dans cette maison perdue au milieu des oliviers. Les enfants ont apprécié l''accès à la piscine. La propriétaire est très gentille et très attentive aux besoins des locataires. On reviendra sans doute !"

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

maddalena e.

25 Apr 2010

"posto incantevole, nel v...

"posto incantevole, nel verde, tranquillissimo. casa molto ben arredata, pulitissima. abbiamo fatto colazione all'aperto (aprile), c'è un tavolo. vacanza splendida¨!"

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

alberto p.

9 Dec 2009

"Casa molto graziosa post...

"Casa molto graziosa posta in un contesto molto tranquillo e silenzioso, adatta a trascorrere qualche giorno di assoluto relax e "fuori dal mondo". proprietari disponibili e gentili."

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

chantal

23 Aug 2009

"Très belle maison isolée...

"Très belle maison isolée au milieu des oliviers. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié son charme "magique". Très bel aménagement intérieur et extérieur. Sa situation est idéale pour visiter cette magnifique région. Excellent accueil de la propriétaire."