You can look forward to golfing on site, a rooftop terrace, and a garden at Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this vacation home. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
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5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 104306 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds
Casa la Selva is ideal for those looking for a relaxing break in the heart of Italy. Located on the border of Tuscany and Umbria, overlooking a quiet valley, with no near neighbours, Casa la Selva is perfect for getting away from it all. There are five attractive bedrooms, three bathrooms, two spacious and comfortable living rooms, a large, traditional and well equipped kitchen/dining room and a utility room. Outside there is a private swimming pool (10mx5m) and large established gardens surrounded by countryside. Casa La Selva is available for private rentals, of one week or more for up to 10 people, throughout the year.
Bedrooms: Master Bedroom: Double bed, ensuite shower room. Olive Room: Double bed, French doors to roof terrace. Tower Room: Double bed, French doors to roof terrace. Corner Room: Double or twin beds. Garden Room: Double or 3 single beds, access to garden.
Kitchen: Well equipped, spacious kitchen with marble worktops, includes: gas hob, 90cm oven, microwave, double sink, dishwasher, fridge, coffee maker, kettle, pasta maker, blender and a meat-slicer. Original stone arch leads through to large dining room. There is also a large utility room containing double laundry sink, washing machine, ironing board, a second large fridge/freezer and re-cycling bins. Sitting Rooms: There are two sitting rooms, both with wood burning stoves. One room has Playstation 2 and TV, along with a selection of games and DVDs. The other has a CD player with selection of CDs and a number of books, board games and children's toys. There is also a portable Bluetooth speaker. A shaded loggia with large dining table overlooking the gardens. Perfect for lunch on a hot day. Also a play table and chairs for young children. There are two roof terraces with fantastic views over the valley in daytime, or the starry skies at night.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
CD player
DVD player
Games
Music library
Stereo
TV
Video game console
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT054056C26RHD8PJO
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Umbertide, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Rocca di Umbertide and Abbey San Salvatore di Montecorona are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Villa Valentina Resort e Spa and Antognolla Golf. Sailing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Umbertide travel guide
Does Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful secluded Umbrian Farmhouse with Pool, mature gardens and grounds located?
Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Tiber River, Laghi di Faldo, and Santa Croce Museum. Rocca di Umbertide and Church of Santa Maria della Reggia are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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We had a perfect stay at a unique place. Beside the comfortable and perfectly equipped house the complete silence deep in the ‘selva’ was impressive. We completely enjoyed and would come back at any time.
We had a great stay at this spacious villa. It is very well equipped with everything you possibly might need during your stay and just as well suited for vacation with as without children. It is quite a bit up the mountain on a bumpy road, so might not want to have to small of a car to get here. Lots of well kept surrounding nature and nothing that disturbs you in the beautiful surroundings.
Contact with the owner as well as the on-site manager (Philip) was very simple and quick in respons. We are overall very satisfied with our stay here, as well as with the booking process and information provided.
Recommended for rental in the area.
We had a nice stay in the house. The house is very well equipped with everything you need for a stay with children and toddlers. The way to the house through a 5 kilomenetr long gravel road is a bit long, so you shouldn't forget anything when shopping.The area is very idyllic, but due to the location in the forest there are a lot of bugs at the pool that also bite, so that the bathing fun was a bit clouded. Communication was great. We were met on arrival by someone at an agreed location who escorted us to the house, which was not so easy to find.
We wanted a retreat and we found it.This place has everything for family down time.We could not fault it, it was exactly what we wanted, secluded, calm and perfect weather. Thanks to you Le Selva!
This was our first family vacation in Italy and we were not at all disappointed. Casa la Selva is a beautiful rural property in a very peaceful location. The house is gorgeous and beautifully restored and large enough to accommodate our family of 10 comfortably. The pool and grounds are very well kept. Phillip, the property manager, was very courteous and kind to us from the start of our vacation to the end. He made us feel right at home. We would definitely love to come again and would not hesitate in recommending Casa la Selva to our friends. Arrivederci, Bruce and Nancy Caredio and Family
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10/10 Excellent
Myfanwy G.
Aug 6, 2018
Spacious farmhouse in very rural setting on the hills. Beautiful pool and gardens.
Very spacious and well equipped house for 9 of us. Lovely pool and gardens with terraces to enjoy the view and stars.
Our 2 year old loved the toys and games provided.
The gardens were alive with beautiful butterflies feasting on the lavender. We saw wild boar on the track up to the house.
The house is up a very long gravel road winding up into the hills. We loved its remoteness, but this might not suit everyone.
Glorious area for visiting local towns, but so lovely by the pool we didn’t venture out very often!
The house and gardens were beautiful. The large pool and lovely terraces were great. Nice welcome from Philip on site and all amenities as expected.
However, we were taken aback by the access road which was difficult to navigate for our low saloon cars (Alfa Romeo Giulia in particular). An SUV would have been more appropriate but we were not warned of that in advance. We also had to replace 3 lightbulbs for the outside lights so we could actually see each other in the evening. An exytra parasol or 2 by the pool would have been appreciated to get a little more shade from the heat.
Overall we did have a wonderful family holiday.
Die Anfahrt zum Haus wird entschädigt durch ein wirklich großartiges Gebäude welches liebevoll restauriert wurde. In der Küche fehlt es an nichts , der Pool ist sehr groß und für groß und klein perfekt. Wir haben unseren Urlaub dort sehr genossen und können dieses Objekt ganz klar empfehlen.
Mooi karakteristiek huis met fijn veel vertrekken om te zijn en verblijven, van alles voorzien, en natuurlijk een heerlijk zwembad. Je kiest voor een afgelegen plek met absolute privacy. Neem in de zomer wel anti-insectenspray mee voor buiten (binnen in het huis geen last van).
Zusammengefasst ist dieses große abgelegene Bauernhaus eine Wucht ☺️der Haushälter Philip hat alles bestens vorbereitet… sodass wir 10 wundervolle Tage hatten. 🤩
Endroit reculé de tout avec toutes les commodités nécessaires, de enceinte Bluetooth au nécessaire pour bébé en passant par 2 frigos. Extérieur magnifique avec piscine magnifique et maison très typée. Un vrai coin de paradis où nos 2 familles ont pu chacune trouver leur espace dans cette grande maison. Ne pas hésitez!!!
Das Haus bietet alles was man für 10 Personen benötigt. Der Pool ist toll, die Ruhe genial.
Man muss 5 km weisse Straße fahren ... wie für uns gewöhnlichen in dieser Region....
Aber es war eine tolle Urlaubslocation und wir überlegen uns schon, nochmals hinzufahren.
Das Haus ist in einer wild romantischen Region gelegen um abzuschalten aber auch für Exkursionen in Umbrien und die Toskana liegt es sehr zentral. Man sollte jedoch nicht außer Acht lassen, das die abgelegene Lage eine längere An/Abfahrt über White Roads ca. 20 Minuten bis zum Erreichen der Hauptstraße benötigt. Es verfügt über alle notwendigen Accessoires die man für einen Aufenthalt benötigt. Das Haus ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, daher auch nicht unbedingt auf dem aktuellen technischen Stand und ein gewisser Reparaturstau ersichtlich ist (Sanitäre Bereiche). Der Außenbereich und das Pool sind in einem Top Zustand. Wir waren zu 9 Personen und hatten immer das Gefühl, dass es genügend Platz für alle gab.
Alles Zusammen kann ich die Location empfehlen. :-)
Tolles Haus und Pool, perfekt um zu entspannen. Es war wirklich alles vorhanden und der großzügige Pool ein Traum gerade bei den heissen Temperaturen. Man kann einiges in der Umgebung unternehmen, jedoch war uns die Fahrt über die Schotterstraße meist zu beschwerlich, was uns aber aufgrund der tollen Lokalität nicht gestört hat. Man hat genügend Rückzugsorte im Haus und Garten, so dass jeder genügend Freiraum hat. Einzig die Bäder könnten teilweise eine Erneuerung vertragen. Kommen gerne wieder. Kommunikation mit Vermieter und Verwalter war top.
Wir verbrachten mit der Großfamilie zwei unbeschreiblich schöne Wochen. Das Haus, die Umgebung, der Pool einfach traumhaft. Unkomplizierte und freundliche Betreuung vor Ort. Uns hat es nicht gestört, dass der Anfahrtsweg lang und etwas holprig war...es hat sich wirklich gelohnt. Ein Ort, den man nie vergisst und gerne wieder besuchen möchte. Danke, dass wir dies erleben durften.
We had a great stay. It is a beautiful house in a lovely setting. Communication was great. The area is very remote and some of the kitchen appliances could do with updating. Would highly recommend.
We enjoyed our stay at Matt’s property. He and Philip were extremely easy to work with. The home itself is very clean and quite large. It is situated within a 2-2.5 hr drive from Florence or Rome. My only complaint is the lack of a clothes dryer, but I understand many homes don’t have dryers in Italy. There were 2 long clothes lines and many clothes pins on which to dry clothes, so I utilized those. We would recommend this home to anyone who wants to leave the hustle and bustle of large cities. It’s easy to relax and take in the scenery when you’re 15 minutes up a mountain road. Lovely!
sehr schönes Haus mit Pool für die perfekte Auszeit
Wir haben hier zu fünft Familienurlaub mit erwachsenen Kindern gemacht und waren rundum zufrieden, Das Anwesen liegt sehr schön und ist sehr gepflegt, mit einem perfekten und sehr sauberen Pool. An 3 kühlen Abenden haben wir den Ofen abgeheizt, Holz stand zur Verfügung und wir haben im Garten noch selber welches gesammelt. Sehr genossen haben wir die sehr großzügige und hervorragend ausgestattete Küche mit Essbereich. Es ist genug Platz für 10 Personen zum gemeinsamen Kochen, Essen und gemütlich Zusammenzusein. In 2 Wohnzimmern gab es genug Bücher, Spiele und Technik zur Freizeitgestaltung. (Das meiste in englischer Sprache.) Wir haben uns prächtig erholt bei der absoluten Ruhe in der Umgebung und sehr gut geschlafen in den Betten. Die Anfahrt erfogt mit GPS-Koordinaten und nach Matts Afahrtsskizze- absolut machbar. Auf der Kiespiste ist ein bisschen fahrerisches Können gefragt. Für Italienliebhaber und -kenner aber absolut normal.
Die Ausstattung im Haus ist sensationell. Hier hat nichts gefehlt, da wir schon seit mehr als 15 Jahren auf diese Art Urlaub machen und man hat immer was vermißt: Hier war ALLES vorhanden! :-) Sogar Gewürze, Backutensilien, Küchenausstattung. Sehr gefallen hat uns die Spülmaschine. Man sitzt nach dem Essen schneller wieder im Garten. ;-) In der Aussenanlage gibt es zusätzlich Möglichkeiten zum Essen und auch im Wintergarten. Am Pool ausreichend Liegen und Spielzeug für Kinder. Handtücher sind ausreichend vorhanden und mitelgroße Handtücher für den Pool. Man könnte Waschen- Waschmaschine und Ständer mit Klammern, sogar ein Steamer, Bügeleisen und - brett sind vorhanden, wenn man länger Urlaub macht. Wir selbst haben wenig Support benötigt, aber Philipp steht telefonisch und persönlich mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Einkaufen - im angezeigten Coop - sehr gut! Die Pizza im Eingangsbereich der Mall: riesig - eine für 4 Personen ausreichend und sehr große Auswahl. Unser LieblingsCafe/ Bar/ Bistro in Verna auf der Hauptstrasse (rechte Seite von Umbertide kommend) "Cose Dolce": Sensationelle Kuchenstücke (nicht nur Brioche) und Eis sowie hervorragenden Espresso und Cappuccino zur absolut günstigsten Preisen. Kinderspielplatz im Aussenbereich , innen klimatisiert und sehr nette Inhaberschaft. Wir waren begeistert.
FAZIT: Umgebung, Haus und Pool: Absolute Empfehlung! Danke an Matt und Phillip für den super Support und diese wunderbare Urlaubserfahrung!
Ein liebevoll hergerichtetes Haus in vollkommen abgeschiedener Lage, dadurch sehr ruhig. Tagesausflüge in umliegende Städte wie Arezzo, Cortona, Gubbio, etc. gut möglich. Geräumig, auch bei Vollbelegung hat man Rückzugsräume Innen und Außen. Schöner gepflegter Pool und Garten. Gut ausgestattete Küche. Sehr freundliche Leute. Gute Restaurants in der Nähe. Insgesamt ein wunderbarer Urlaub.