Casale de' Lanci - U06

South of Citta di Castello and West of Umbertide in the upper Tiber Valley and atop a small mountain in the same valley as Borgo il Poeta rests the breathtaking Casale de' Lanci.   This beautiful and luxurious villa overlooks the the small village of Spedalicchio and la Dogana, is in the middle of a scenic rural valley gentle in climate and renowned for the warmth of its people.  The Mezza Torre is thought to have been a watchtower along the road to Cortona in the Niccone valley.

Casale de' Lanci is ideally located for exploration and discovery of Tuscan and Umbrian historical and artistic gems, it is a short distance from Perugia, Gubbio, and Castiglione del Lago (on Lake Trasimeno) in Umbria, and Cortona, Sansepolcro and Chianciano, in Tuscany.  In one hour or less one can be in Siena or Urbino.  Visit the sight of the Roman army defeat by Hannibal on Lago Trasimeno or visit countryside churches to view their local masterpieces such as La Madonna del Parto by Piero della Francesca.

A golf club near Perugia is available to guests.  The small island in the center of Lake Trasimeno has a restaurant and makes an ideal day outing. The club itself has a restaurant or a picnic on the lakeside may be arranged.  At the airport in Perugia, one can rent a light aircraft for trips or flying lessons.

Alternately, guests can enjoy the virtues and diversions found at the Casale.  The Casale has a beautiful pool overlooking the valley and a tennis court.  Walking in the surrounding woods allows one to enjoy the still uncontaminated natural surroundings and perhaps encounter porcupine, wild boar, fox and badger and various species of birds, including falcons. Wild mushrooms (only for experts!), wild asparagus, and chestnuts may be gathered.  Guests may rent horses for excursions to the nearby woods and hills. Or perhaps you are interested in participating in agricultural activities, such olive oil pressing, winemaking, or grappa distillation at the nearby farm of Camenchetta.

Casale de' Lanci e Mezza Torre consists of two luxuriant buildings commanding breathtaking views over the Umbrian countryside from their mountain perch.  The main Casale, or house, accommodates up to 6 in 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with a kitchen, living and dining rooms.  The Mezza Torre can accommodate up to 4 more in 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  One bedroom in the Mezza Torre is handicapped-accessible. The grounds include a beautiful scenic pool overlooking the valley and a tennis court.

Casale de' Lanci has been restored with materials of the period and is furnished mainly with antiques.  Walls are mostly of stone and open beamed ceilings; floors are antique terracotta tiles (often the designs include the local Serena stone) or parquet.  The kitchen and the bathrooms are all decorated with hand-painted tiles.
 

Renting Casale de' Lanci - U06
Casale de' Lanci Reference number:  See Property Property Reference Number Occu- pancy Bed- rooms Bath- rooms Notes Casale de' Lanci e Mezza Torre U06 6-10 5 6 Central Heating, Pool, Telephone, Tennis Court, TV, Dishwasher, Washing Machine,  Microwave, Jacuzzi
2008 pricing (US$)   Occu- pancy Budget Mid Peak Security  Deposit U06 1-6 Call for Pricing 1000 7-10 10720 12145 14280	2008 Seasons Jan 1-Mar 1 Not Available Mar 1-May 3 Budget May 3-Jun 28 Mid Jun 28-Aug 30 Peak Aug 30-Oct 25 Mid Oct 25-Dec 20 Budget Dec 20-Dec 31 Peak
Pricing is inclusive of VAT, and include daily cleaning (Monday - Friday), the use of fine embroidered linen and towels, use of the swimming pool and tennis court. Excluded are consumables (tennis balls, food, beverages), telephone usage, electricity, and central heating, when required.  Estate and other locally produced products - wine, vinegar, oils, honey are available for purchase. The rental price is for the entire property, but may not be used by more persons than the maximum number indicated above. Groups of 6 or less are housed in the main Casale.  Groups of more than 6 are housed in both the Casale and Mezza Torre.  No parties in the premises or external caterers are allowed unless by special previous arrangement with the management. Pets are not allowed. For an additional fee, meal catering can be arranged (in advance) at Casale de' Lanci.  Catering includes meal preparation Monday-Saturday, and service Monday-Thursday until September, and Monday-Saturday for the remainder of the year.  The catering (or any other fees incurred during your stay) are collected on the premises prior to your departure.  The proprietors do not accept credit cards. As with our other properties, a 30% deposit at time of booking is required to reserve any of these properties; however, the balance of the rental is due 90 days prior to occupancy. The due date for receipt of your balance will be reflected on the invoice/confirmation we send you upon receipt of your deposit. The indicated security deposit is payable with your rental balance, and will be returned to you, less, of course, any charges for loss or breakage, within 30 days after you vacate the property.
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