Tenuta Asproli

There are eight double or twin bedrooms of which seven en-suites, all with air-con. Three of these are in the original villa (all double beds), while the other five are in the guesthouse (4 double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom). With wooden ceiling beams and rich, tonal colours, the rooms are welcoming and deeply comfortable. In the original villa a dressing room can be converted to an extra bedroom.

The en-suite bathrooms are traditional in style but with modern fixtures and fittings including high-performance showers. There is a bath in the master bedroom. Two bedrooms in the guesthouse share a bathroom.

The original villa has a beautiful kitchen with a beamed ceiling, a restored stone fireplace and a sleek run of modern stainless steel units along one wall. Expertly equipped, including two ovens and a linear four-ring gas hob, it is perfect for smaller groups to cook. The guesthouse has its own small kitchen – one oven in a similar run of units along one wall of the spacious living room, this time in blond wood. For most of the year, the terrace outside the kitchen is the favoured cooking spot, where a big gas grill and a large, state-of-the-art Egg BBQ offer enough space for everyone to congregate, cook and dine, with the incredible view as the backdrop and a pizza-oven.

The original villa has a large living room with a cosy country house vibe to it mixing stone arches, a beamed ceiling and vast, comfy sofas. A soft blend of old and new includes designer chairs and an open fireplace, a pair of French windows to outside and modern lighting, antique cupboards and a metal-legged coffee table. The clever mix of natural colours and tactile materials make this elegant room a perfect place to relax. The dining room in the original villa is a sophisticated affair with an original embellished cotto and wood-beamed ceiling, modern chrome pendant lights and magnificent views across the valley. On the first floor of this house, there is also a further living area, more conceived also as a passage hall, but large enough to host a private office and library. The guesthouse has a large living room with a big open fireplace, chairs, sofas and three sets of French windows with views down to the original villa. Another large living room with fireplace is present in the SPA outbuilding, boasting very large french window creating the perfect connection with the outside.

The jewel in the crown of this fabulous property is the spa. Located next to the guesthouse, the views alone are incredible, matched by the interior that rivals that of any top-end hotel. A spacious comfortable living room with an open fireplace and a corner sofa has views through critall-style glass windows to the terrace and tennis court. Plants bring the outside in and the facilities match the high level of design. Features include: a sauna, a Turkish hammam, a marble cold water plunge pool and a well equipped gym. There is a Jacuzzi next to the tennis court. On the top floor of the main house, there is a further wellness area with shower, turkish bath and sauna.

Tenuta Asproli is located in one of the best pockets of this beautiful landscape, close to Todi, Orvieto and Deruta, and the vineyards of Montefalco. Todi, a ten-minute drive away, is a buzzy town with a rich history and a wonderful choice of restaurants, pizzerias and gelaterias offering delicious and authentic Italian flavours. Umbria is also known for its traditional linens and cashmeres that can be found in Todi, too. Shopping done, head to the large central Piazza del Popolo for a perfect aperitivo at sun-down. Orvieto is another delight, famous for the incredible cathedral with its golden façade that is renowned as one of the most beautiful in Italy. The town has a lively centre and is well worth a visit. Deruta is famed for its traditional Maiolica – tin-glazed pottery decorated in colours on a white background. The town has 250 factories producing everything from huge outdoor pots to tiny handpainted espresso cups in this colourful ceramic. Be warned: shopping here could lead to bulging suitcases! If your idea of shopping heaven is more foodie oriented, head to one of the numerous local markets where you can buy an authentic pizza cutter or a great big hunk of Parmesan that will last you through to Autumn. This is an area of Italy where food and wine are taken seriously. There is a wine museum near the vineyards at Torgiano where you can learn about the history of winemaking, go on a tour and, on the same ticket, visit the local olive oil museum. Both Montefalco and Montepulciano, famous for their grapes, are not far away and a wine tasting and tour followed by a delicious lunch on a terrace in any of the local Umbrian hilltop towns is the perfect way to spend a day.

Air The nearest airports are: Perugia [PEG] (44km) with direct flights from Rotterdam [Transavia], Brussels [Ryanair] and London [BA and Ryanair]; Rome Ciampino [CIA] (145km); Rome Fiumicino [FCO] (163km); and Florence [FLR] (208km). Train The nearest international train station is at Orvieto (30km) Road The E45 exit closest to the property is at 10KM, exit Todi

Towns and cities Tenuta Asproli is close to several towns and cities in Umbria and Tuscany, including: Todi (8km); Montefalco/Bevagna, known for its wine (38km); Foligno (46km); Deruta (33km); Orvieto (30km); Perugia (49km); Assisi (60km); Spoleto (50km); Siena (145km); Rome (140km); and Florence (185km).

The property has a stunning outdoor pool, a clay tennis court, a boules area, table tennis and a spa that you will be reluctant to drag yourself away from. If you do, there are beautiful walks and bike rides in the surrounding area. For keen golfers, there is an 18-hole course at Golf Club Perugia in Ellera Umbra (56km) while Lake Trasimeno with its beach and water-sport facilities is just over an hour’s drive away.