Ventinove

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Set in the hills of Italy’s Umbria region, Ventinove is a beautiful stone villa overlooking some spectacular scenery. The building has recently been refurbished in a modern style that complements the original features, such as the exposed chestnut beams and the feature fireplaces. And with the 15-metre swimming pool and the property’s own olive grove, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

On the ground floor, you’ll find the charming kitchen with its beautiful curved ceiling, a cosy sitting area with a wood-burning fire and a dining area. Serve up Italian feasts, served using locally sourced crockery and glassware. There is also a garden room with sliding glass panels helping to keep it cool in the summer and the wood burner keeping it warm in winter. This space has large, comfy sofas and another dining table. The master bedroom suite is also on this floor with French doors leading straight out into the garden. The suite features a king bedroom, a shower room and a small lobby.

The other two bedrooms can be found upstairs, one features two sets of bunk beds while the other can be arranged as a twin or a double. The living room runs the full length of the villa and is the perfect spot to curl up with a book during a quiet moment, or for entertaining guests in the evenings. This opens out onto a roof terrace which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

There is a small garden surrounding the house with a further dining area on the terrace. From here, you can step down to the lower garden area to find the swimming pool in the olive grove. You can wander through the trees and gather wild garlic and asparagus when they’re in season to add delicious flavours to your dinner. Or simply lie back in your sun lounger by the pool and soak up the stunning views.

The villa is set in the hilltop village of Silvignano in central Italy. This is a fantastic location to use as a base for exploring some of the best cities, towns and countryside that Italy has to offer. Visit the neighbouring hilltop towns, like the medieval city of Spoleto with its beautiful architecture and pretty streets to get lost in. There is oil and wine tasting in the local area and you can even go truffle hunting. Walk or cycle through the hills or make your way down to the valley and go canoeing or rafting. The location makes day trips to cities like Rome and Florence possible where you can immerse yourself in Italian history and culture.