Casa Chiara Farmhouse, luxury villa rental in Umbria, Italy
With Private Pool
Casa Chiara the Perfect Accomodation to Discover Umbria & Tuscany
Preggio is a typical umbrian hamlet which is at the border between Umbria and Tuscany.
Stunning views and the restaurant La Castagna will make your visit unfogettable.
Preggio Music Festival From July 25 to August 25
Chestnut Festival
Every 3rd week-end of October
Cortona Originally an Umbrian city, was conquered and enlarged by the Etruscans, who called it Curtun. During the 600s BC, it joined the Etruscan League.
It eventually became a Roman colony under the name Corito.
The Diocesan Museum houses works of art by artists such as Beato Angelico, Pietro Lorenzetti, Luca Signorelli and Sassetta
Lake Trasimeno. Three million years ago, there was a shallow sea in this part of Umbria. A depression formed by geologic fractures allowed the present-day Lake Trasimeno to form. Half of Trasimeno is surrounded by hills, rich in olives that are an important agricultural resource. Trekking, Biking, History and culture.
Umbertide, was founded at around the 10th century. Umbertide is a full-service regional town with comprehensive shopping, banking, postal services and an open air market on Wednesdays. A large, modern supermarket (the Coop) is located in the town's industrial zone. You can also buy at Slow Food farmers'market Mercato Della Terra on Saturday morning.
Perugia is the capital city of the region of Umbria, founded by the Etruscans is also known as the universities town.
There are annual festivals and events: the Eurochocolate Festival (October), the Umbria Jazz Festival (July).
The National Gallery of Umbria is one of the richest collections in Italy includes various masterpieces from the Middle Ages and Renaissance with works of international renown.
This prestigious collection includes works by Arnolfo di Cambio, Nicola and Giovanni Pisano, Duccio di Boninsegna, Gentile da Fabriano, Beato Angelico, Benozzo Gozzoli and Piero della Francesca, the Umbrian artists Benedetto Bonfigli, Bartolomeo Caporali, Fiorenzo di Lorenzo and especially the famous paintings by Perugino, Pinturicchio and their students and followers.
Assisi. A holy city for Christians, Assisi is an eternal destination for pilgrims wanting to the see the places where Saint Francis was born, where he worked, and where he died. make changes to the font.
Events: Every April Assisi holds the National Antiquarian Market Show; the first week of May, Calendimaggio is celebrated,
Montone. One of the most beautiful hilltop villages in Umbria is the homeland of Braccio Fortebraccio probably now best known as a mercenary leader, between the Medieval and Humanistic Ages he predated the figure of Machiavelli’s “Prince”.
Events: Umbria Film Festival, FESTA del BOSCO.
Arezzo. Founded around 9th century B.C. quickly became one of the most important cities in Tuscany. The Church of San Francesco is probably the most famous in Arezzo, with the fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca. You should then visit the Medicean Fortress, the Cathedral dedicated to San Donato, the Roman Amphitheater and the Church of San Domenico with the wooden Crucifix by Cimabue.
Gubbio is one of the most ancient towns of Umbria, extremely well preserved during centuries and rich of monuments testifying its glorious past. The historical centre of Gubbio has a decidedly medieval aspect with many monuments to visit.
The most important manifestations taking place in the city are the Palio della Balestra and Corsa dei Ceri.
Florence originated as a Roman city, and later, after a long period as a flourishing trading and banking medieval commune, it was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance Firenze was politically economically, and culturally one of the most important cities in Europe and the world from the 14th to 16th centuries. Florence contains several palaces and buildings to visit: Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Pitti, the Uffizi, Palazzo Strozzi, Palazzo Medici, Boboli Gardens, The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, The San Giovanni Baptistery located in front of the cathedral, the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and many other historical sites and museums.
We suggest you to reach Florence by train from Cortona-Terontola railway station (1:30h).
Things to do with Kids
Discover the Chocolate House Perugina
Book a tour of this prestigious chocolate factory and you’ll be able to visit the museum, as well as witness the factory workers in action.
@San Sisto, Perugia
Ferry Ride on Lake Trasimeno.
Take the Kids on a Boat Trip to Isola Maggiore or Isola Polvese.
St Francis of Assisi lived on Isola Maggiore as a hermit around 1211.
Visitors can explore the old town and fun pathways cross the island.
Isola Polvese is now used as a scientific park, with research and educational activities.
Hire a Canadian Canoe
Hire a Canadian Canoe at Citta di Castello Canoa Club. A great family day out on the River Tiber.
Canoa Club piazza Porta San Florido 06012 - Città di Castello (PG)
Tel. 075 8553656
Email: canoaclubcastello@virgilio.it
Siena. The historic centre of Siena has been declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. It is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, medieval cityscape and the Palio, a horse race held twice a year (2 Jul/16 Aug).
The Palio in Siena is a very special event, one in which every citizen of the city takes part of from the time of their birth.
Antognolla Golf Club.The 18 hole Championship Golf Course of Antognolla, designed by the famous course architect Robert Trent Jones jr. is situated in central Umbria only 30 minutes drive from Casa Chiara.
The course is an unrivaled experience for both the professional and amateur golfer alike.
Additional Activities
Horse Riding
Trail rides from one hour to all day excurcions with an experienced guide, speaking english, french or german.
For groups up to four @Marana Stables
Truffle Hunting in Umbria
Truffle Hunting in Umbria.
The Precious Black truffle season has just started! Join our Truffle Hunting in Umbria @tartufibianconi, Città di Castello.
Wine-Tour
Wine Tour Cortona offers guided tours for parties of 2 to 8 people, inclusive of tastings and lunch, that will take you on a fascinating journey through the surroundings of Cortona, the rolling hills of Chianti Classico, the vineyards of the Brunello di Montalcino, the cellars of Montepulciano and Umbria’s verdant countryside and its Sagrantino di Montefalco.