Assisi, Umbria - Italian Villa Vacations

Assisi is a must see destination not only for the figures of Saint Francis (1182-1226) and Saint Claire (1193-1253) who continue to fascinate for the freshness of their message; but also for its marvellous Basilicas enriched by the works of the greatest Italian painters such as Giotto, Cimabue, Simone Martini, and Lorenzetti. Assisi's has a typical medieval urban structure as well as beautiful surrounding  countryside. It offers many artistic and gastronomic itineraries for your unforgettable holiday.

It sleeps 6.

Countess Giulia is situated in the heart of Assisi on the first floor of a noble Palazzo dating back to 17th century, in front of the solemn majestic- facing the Cathedral of San Rufino.

The Palazzo, among the most beautiful in Assisi, has a facade completely made of stone, vault ceilings and ancient stairs. It has been completely restored with excellent finish and care.

The actual owners are descendants of Countess Giulia Cileni Nepis belonging to one of the ancient families interlaced to Assisi historical events.

In the Palazzo there are 5 units all belonging to the family, four of them are for holiday rentals,  and the owners live in the fifth one.

Countess Giulia (see the plan) is about 200 sq. meters, sleeps up to 6 people in three double bedrooms, three bathrooms, a double living room with balcony offering a view of the Piazza and of the Cathedral, a dining room, a large fully equipped kitchen, and an additional large dining room. In the beautiful rose garden with outdoor furniture, the family and the guests of the Palazzo can rest with the view of the Rocca Maggiore. There is also a little swimming pool in this garden (it is small but it is the only one pool in Assisi). Apartment Countess Giulia, located on the first floor.

Once you have entered the apartment, you are in the large yellow hall giving access to a double bedroom with view of the cathedral and adjoining bathroom (shower). There is a dining room with table for 8 and two living rooms with a fireplace and a beautiful balcony where you can enjoy a great view of the sculptured facade of the cathedral. There is a second double bedroom with adjoining bathroom (tub), and another double bedroom with a separate bathroom and shower. A large fully equipped kitchen, (dishwasher, washing machine, oven) giving access to the additional dining room with stone walls - Once you have accessed the courtyard from the kitchen and followed the private little path inside the Palazzo (few meters), you arrive in the rose garden.

Tastefully furnished with family antiques, Countess Giulia is a spacious and comfortable rental in town: A car is not necessary you can walk to markets, restaurants, cafe bars and shops. Also within walking distance are all of the important works of art that Assisi has to offer. Telephone for local calls only.

Pets not admitted

A car is not necessary

Amenities
Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Incoming Telephone, Television, Garden Equipment, Shops & Restaurants at walking distance.

Please note:

The garden ( and the little pool too) is shared among the other apartments located in the Palazzo
The cleaning road service pass each morning at 6, 45 am (!!) in via delle Rose where one of our bedrooms has a window, for this reason even for only few minutes this bedroom could be noisy.
The bells of S.Rufino cathedral ring at noon and at 8 p.m.
During the following events the centre of the town is forbidden to cars:
The Holy Friday (afternoon), April 25th, May 1st, the day of Calendimaggio (in May), Oct 4th.

Pricing

* Prices are quoted in Euros and calculated according to the CBA selling rate. Prices are subject to change in AUD due to currency flucuations. (Currency converter)

Pricing Notes

Final cleaning included   

- Heating metered   

- Pets not allowed

- Baby bed available Euro 100
- Telephone local calls only
- Internet access dial up line
- ADSL Internet point 10 minutes from the house
- Maid service not included, upon request and if available 11 Euro per hrs   

- Security deposit Euro 1000
 Special notes and restrictions:
- Upon request and approval of the owner a late arrival is possible between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm for an extra fee of 50 Euro

Availability