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Dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 790 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Umbria, Umbria
  • Basilica of Santa Chiara
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Basilica San Francesco di Assisi
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villamena, Villa in Assisi, OLMO-TORRE

An ancient country house in the heart of Umbria, Villamena is set among the green hills halfway between Rome and Florence and just five miles from Assisi, the home of St. Francis. The name comes from a famous engraver, Francesco Villamena who lived there. (1566-1624). Built in medieval times and owned by the family for century, it has been renovated using original materials to create exclusive very well furnished apartments, some of them with fire place, all of them with well-equipped garden.
The complex not only offers the tranquillity of the unspoilt Umbrian country-side, but also provides a perfect base for combining a sightseeing holiday with walks and hiking.Villamena is located 450 metres high in the hills, and therefore has amazing views over the hills that are partly cultivated and partly forestry.
The owners have prepared 25 exclusive itineraries,in three languages to share with their guests for walking directly from Villamena, or to visit other parts of Umbria such as Spello, Bevagna, Montefalco and Gubbio . Those who are interested in the Italian Language have the possibility of having individual Italian lessons taken by a qualified teacher.
BBQ area. Private Tennis (hard court) free.
Private swimming-pool free.
Telephone, internet wi-fi.
Common laundry (washing-machine, clothes dryer)

Property manager

Raffaella Covino

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 deadlock
Property Registration Number 054001CASAP05028, IT054039B501009670

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Assisi

Located in Assisi, this holiday home is near the beach. Basilica San Francesco di Assisi and Cathedral of San Rufino are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bosco di San Francesco and Terme Francescane Thermal Baths. Villa Fidelia and Mercatino dell'Usato di Spello are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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What's nearby

  • Basilica of Santa Chiara - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Piazza del Comune - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • San Damiano - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Basilica San Francesco di Assisi - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels - 14 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Cannara Station - 17 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Ristorante Il Duomo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gran Caffè - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nuova Osteria La Piazzetta SAS - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Lanterna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Stalla - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villamena, Villa in Assisi, OLMO-TORRE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villamena, Villa in Assisi, OLMO-TORRE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villamena, Villa in Assisi, OLMO-TORRE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villamena, Villa in Assisi, OLMO-TORRE located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cathedral of San Rufino, Santa Maria delle Rose and Rocca Maggiore. Basilica of Santa Chiara and Chiesa Nuova are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie R., Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special experience in Umbria
Raffaella and her family made us feel very welcome. The apartment was clean with amazing history and character. Wonderful few days with our two teenagers. The gorgeous pool with amazing view was outstanding. Easy location to Assisi and other hill towns in Umbria. Had laundry and also plenty of outside tables for picnics on site. Did hear the dogs barking in the distance. Only downside was we hit a hot spell, they did provide fans and the building did hold the coolness well. The morning air was glorious. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eline v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prachtig
Assisi mooie stad enger huis lag er vlakbij. In de heuvels lekker koel. Alleen een kurkentrekker en beetje keukengerei ontbrak maar verder meer dan aangenaam!

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quaint
This was a perfect little gem of a place tucked away in the hills of Assisi! I would highly recommend Raffaella’s place and would love to go back for another visit to stay longer!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Two weeks of fantastic fun
It looked great on the website, but just wait until you get to Villamena! Stunning and up there with out best holidays ever. Apartment was clean with great roof terrace to sit in the evening and put the world to right. Good clean laundry very useful to keep on top of the washing. With our three boys, who needs Pokémon Go when you have medieval hilltop towns stacked in history, a great pool, tennis, table tennis, football and table football. It was a struggle every evening to get the boys out of the pool. Assisi, Spello, Gubbia and Perugia for day trips were brilliant. We even managed a day trip to Rome by train which went like clockwork. Suggest open top bus first then pick out top places you want to see. Colosseum will not disappoint. Rafaella and her mum were absolute honeys and dealt with our every need. We were really excited when we booked. It ended up being everything we wanted and more. Danny, Jane and boys
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Grégoire D.

Calme et convivialité
Le site est superbe avec une très belle vue sur les collines d'Ombrie depuis la piscine. L'accueil est chaleureux et la proximité des autres gites permet aux familles de créer des liens quand il y a des enfants, même quand ils sont grands. Les animaux sont acceptés. Il manque peut être quelques équipements et de la vaisselle pour que tout puisse être parfait. La région est très riche culturellement avec des villages magnifiques à visiter et des randonnées sauvages à découvrir.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Beautiful place close to Assisi
The accommodation was comfortable and clean. The facilities were great: lovely swimming pool with fantastic views and a well kept tennis court. The location is convenient for Assisi. Raffaella and her family were warm and helpful hosts, even providing a meal one evening. I'm sure we will go back some day.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Unbeatable Hospitality With Noble Umbrian Flair
Immediately we arrived we knew we had found the right place - a friendly welcome, a hamper of local goodies and a home-made freshly baked torta awaiting us in our appartment. Homely, yet under-stated professional touches everywhere which means everything is clean and everything works. Villamena is in a fabulous rural location with beautiful views and yet ideally placed for visiting Assisi which is only ''a hop, skip and jump'' away. We could have probably happily spent a week within its resort setting without setting a foot outside except to load-up occasionally on local delicacies. There are huge expanses of lawn, a large swimming pool and a lovely tennis court surrounded by poplar trees. We experienced Italy at its best here - olive oil, wine, black truffles, chianina steaks, strangozzi pasta (a type of local spaghetti) and, of course sunshine. Our villa remained cool within its thick stone walls so we were always comfortable. The owner/manager Raffaella conducts herself with extra-ordinary flair. You feel almost part of her family in Villamena which gives you a glimpse of hundreds of years of rich Italian heritage. Touring Umbria becomes easy because Raffaella is a font of knowledge and shares it willingly. And you will find in your appartment absolutely outstanding guides to the surrounding towns and restaurants - including detailed maps of walking trails. The quality of the guides is second to none. We had never been to Assisi before and it exceeded our expectations. We love cities where pedestrians have priority, full of splendid architecture, restaurants and artisinal shopping. And whether one is religious or not the Basilica of Saint Francis is a uniquely beautiful architectural sight.. We will be back many times to Villamena and Assisi. This is an experience not to be missed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marie O.

Lovely, stylish apartments.
An attractive, well cared for group of apartments amidst stunning scenery. Lots of open spaces to chill out in and a good place to spend time away from it all!! We particularly enjoyed lounging by the swimming pool. Good for teenagers with swimming, football, tennis & table tennis. Friendly, welcoming family, and very helpful when needed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bobby R.

Highly recommended appartments
Villamena is in a wonderful secluded location with beautiful views over the Umbrian countryside. The villa we stayed in was spacious, spotless and well equipped. The pool is magnificent with plenty high quality sunbeds for all guests, there is a new tennis court, table tennis and BBQ. Rafael is charming and full of tips. She could not have been more helpful. The location of Villamena, particularly its proximity to Assisi and the stunning hilltop villages of Umbria made it an ideal base for travel. Car is essential however. Highly recommended! Dr Bob Robertson
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lückhoff

Tolle Unterkunft in schöner Umgebung
Die Ferienanlage ist wunderschön und ruhig gelegen, jeder kann hier auf seine Kosten kommen. Die Vermieterin ist sehr hilfsbereit, 1x / Woche gibt es ein sehr leckeres Essen serviert. Pool und Außenanlagen sind top, Tennisplatz ist allerdings in schlechten Zustand, auch der Fußballplatz war am Ende des Sommers eigentlich nicht mehr bespielbar. Man erhält Ausflugstipps, die mit großer Sorgfalt ausgewählt wurden, viel besser geht es nicht. Wer sich hier nicht erholen kann, dem ist wahrscheinlich nirgendwo zu helfen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic !
Already twice we've spent our holidays at Villamena. The flats are very spacious and comfortable, the service is perfect ! Whether sightseeing in nearby towns or relax at the pool or in the garden: Villamena and the beautiful Umbrian countryside - that's pure relaxation. We'll be back next year !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Corner of paradise
Lombardy requires a little perseverance after Tuscany when we just come from France, but what happiness, is better then in Tuscany. And in the middle of Lombardy, at carillon distance from Assisi, you will find the wonderful house Villamena, in calm campaign, but very accessible. We spent two wonderful weeks with extraordinary visits in ancient cities and a very green and pleasant countryside. Hosts are delicious at, and encounters with other residents exquisite, then let you seduce by this corner of paradise.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our Stay at Villamena
In October of 2008 we, a family of four, rented from Raffaella Covina, a wonderful space in Villamena. The accommodations were wonderful. 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a galley kitchen........the place is beautiful,located high in the hills above Assisi. We loved returning home there every night after our travels into the surrounding mountain towns. The best part of our whole visit, though, was meeting Raffaella and her family. Raffaella took such wonderful care of us and we loved being a part of her "family" for the two glorious weeks we were in her home. (Villamena being a family country house with many different variations of accommodations). Be sure and stay at this wonderful home! If you're there in the summertime, there is a swimming pool, a tennis court. We played bocce on the lawn.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

We enjoyed our stay
We spent a week in vilamena in august 2008. We appreciated the hosting and the swimming pool ! The location is great, a couple of miles from assisi downtown. sylvain

About the host

Hosted by Raffaella Covino

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I 've been running Villamena for twenty years. For me it' s a very unique place: quite , simple, elegant.That's my idea of what beautiful in life. Of all of my passions, I like travelling and meeting people. And I love to see people discover my part of the word with their own eyes and through their own experience.

What makes this property unique

Take all the Villa
If you and your friends want to spend an exclusive holiday take all the Villa for your stages, meetings, events: you will have all the services you want, a refined local cooking. You can enjoy its 800 square metres, large external spaces immersed in the greenery and silence of the scenery. Prices are special for what we offer to our guests. Ask to Raffaella, the owner, for any information. All your wishes can be granted: guided visits of the nearby towns, wine tasting, cooking lessons of the traditional Umbrian dishes, etc...

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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