Villa Gioianna - photos

Where will I sleep?

Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Nobile" bedroom has a four-poster bed.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Nobile" has antique Tuscan furniture and a four-poster bed
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
Bathroom with a bathtub
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
Bathroom, tiled in marble travertine.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
The living room flows through the length of the Villa.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Brunello" bedroom has a traditional Italian painted bed.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Sagrantino" room has two double beds and a view of the lake.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Vermentino" bedroom has a Gothic antique brass bed.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
The light, airy living room opens to the back terrace.
Villa Gioianna - Where will I sleep?
"Malvasia" room, overlooking the lake.

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What will I eat?

Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
The traditional kitchen has modern appliances as well.
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Frescoes adorn the dining room's walls
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Romantic dinner in the vineyard
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Umbrian pecorino cheese, made with sheep's milk.
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Enjoy long lunch on the terrace, with a vino
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Antipasto of prosciutto, pecorino cheese, honey, fruit, salamis
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
There's nothing like fresh handmade pasta
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Our own olive oil as it comes out of the press.
Villa Gioianna - What will I eat?
Nobody puts as much love into food as an Italian Nonna!

Will I not be bored?

Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Relax and cool off in our 6x13m pool.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Next door to the Villa is a world-class winery.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Find a treasure at an antiques fair.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
View from Zibibbo room in the Autumn.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Umbria's jewels are its heart-breakingly pretty hilltop towns.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Handpainted ceramics in Deruta.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Peace & quiet at the Villa
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Nearby Lake Trasimeno offers all kinds of water sports.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Indulge in an outdoor thermal bath.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Enjoy La Dolce Vita with a glass of pro secco on the piazza.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Umbria is known for its cashmere.
Villa Gioianna - Will I not be bored?
Relax and enjoy the view from the backyard of the Villa.

What’s there for children?

Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Horse carriage rides on a wine estate.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Tour the ancient underground caves in Orvieto.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Admire street art -- made of flower petals! Children can help.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Learn to make your own pizza.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Ride a horse through olive groves and vineyards.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Enjoy the excitement of a medieval parade recreated
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Marvel at traditional fire-breathing at a historical pageant
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Tour Perugia chocolate factory or visit the Chocolate Festival.
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
So many types of gelato to try!
Villa Gioianna - What’s there for children?
Parades and music at village festivals.

More photos

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Handpainted tiles surround this walk-in shower.
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Everywhere you turn, you can enjoy amazing art.
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The annual Lace Festival showcases amazing textiles.
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View from the "Malvasia" window on a foggy morning.
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One of the handpainted, tiled bathrooms.
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Detail of the frescoes on the stairway.
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Detail of the handpainting in "Malvasia" bedroom.
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The fantastic cathedral in Orvieto.  A "must see" ! 
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The driveway to the Villa is lined with cypresses and lavender.
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The griffin is a traditional emblem of Perugia and Umbria.