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Umbria is the gentle land of the saints, in many ways a more rustic version of Tuscany, and is one of the most captivating areas of Italy.  It is dotted with historic hill towns like Perugia, its capital and cultural centre, Orvieto with its famous cathedral and Etruscan art, the important Etruscan city of Todi, Spoleto with its many artisans and important arts festival, medieval Gubbio, and Assisi, the city of St. Francis.  Handcrafts include Deruta pottery and ceramics.  Norcia's precious truffles, fine sheep's milk cheeses, sausages, and culinary specialties like Perugia's confectionery are a delight, as are the classic wines of the region, Orvieto and Sangiovese, and the "new wines" of the Colli Perugini.  

Umbria offers a great way to gain an insider's glimpse of Italian life, and it's ideally located: Florence, Siena, Rome, and both the Adriatic coast and the Tyrrhenian coast are all within a few hours drive.  Umbria is a region with ancient origins, gently rolling hills and fertile valleys of the River Tiber (Tevere in Italian) and its tributaries.  It boasts numerous well-preserved medieval villages as well as the rich historical cobblestone streets of lovely – and lively – towns and villages.  Umbria has something for everyone.

At Tenuta Collicello ("the property on the little hill"), you'll be the guests of an English-speaking couple, Yvette and Craig (we also speak Italian, French, German, and Spanish), who will gladly introduce you to the pleasures of the central Italian lifestyle.  You can take your time and enjoy some of the best things in life: clean, sweet-scented air, a peaceful silence, sun, mild rolling hills, and a wonderful panorama.   

Tenuta Collicello is perfectly situated between Rome and Florence to allow it to be used as home base for those who want to explore Tuscany, Lazio, as well as our own wonderful cities and Etruscan towns, plus Lake Trasimeno, where Hannibal and his elephants were defeated by Julius Caesar.  For a more complete list see the Activities page.  After a fun day of sightseeing, there is no more relaxing place to come back to than your Tenuta Collicello!

We completely rebuilt the fine old country house of Tenuta Collicello, but it still preserves many of the details of the original 18th century building, such as its heavy stone walls and wood-beamed terracotta tile ceilings.  Its antique rustic furnishings also contribute to giving the rooms a warm and relaxing atmosphere.  Tenuta Collicello is set in the backdrop of a landscape mosaic of ploughed fields, sunflowers, vineyards, and the entire Montecelli Valley (the Contado di Porta Eburnea is one of the most desireable areas in Umbria), with Perugia and many ancient villages in the distance.  

Our guests have at their disposal comfortable rooms and pleasant independent suites, all with private bathrooms central heating, and local and satellite TV, most with private entrances and wood or wood-pellet stoves.  The large suites have an all-electric kitchenette  Breakfast is available in the salon, but you can take it outdoors on the patio if you like. Parking is enclosed on site for your security.  You will find more information about the rooms in the on-line reservation area.

If you'd like to spend your holiday in a friendly, informal environment - relaxing, visiting one of the most interesting regions in Italy, enjoying Italian food and wines, and experiencing a different dimension of life - this is the place for you!  We put together a few of our special pictures from Tenuta Collicello for your enjoyment in the broad-band picture portfolio. The photographs are NOT exceptional, Craig takes new pictures almost every day with an electronic camera and with his telephone!

Our weather is (almost) always nice.  Come enjoy the peace with us at Tenuta Collicello.