La Preghiera
Calzolaro, Umbria, Italy
Sleeps: Up to 29
Unique Features
- A magnificently restored monastery boasting original features and history that can be traced back to 12th Century.
- Easy access by road to a tranquil, tucked away setting with a private swimming pool.
- Truffle Hunting and Italian Cookery Courses.
- Private chapel for wedding ceremonies on site.
The Property
House Party in Umbria
Family celebrations, weddings, anniversaries and milestone birthdays deserve a unique and special celebration. So why not get away from it all and whisk your friends and family to a beautiful, romantic and relaxed retreat in the heart of Umbria? La Preghiera is wonderfully secluded yet easily accessible from Ancona and Rome.
This beautifully converted 12th Century Monastery retains much of its original character including a private chapel in the beautiful gardens that is perfect for weddings. (For more information download the Weddings at La Preghiera brochure.)
Throughout the house there are terracotta floors with underfloor heating, huge oak and chestnut beams, and spacious rooms furnished with antiques, family collectables and handmade furniture. There are eleven bedrooms in the main house, and a further three bedrooms in the private Villa Moscatelli that also stands on the estate. Each room boasts a marble-clad ensuite, and has been elegantly furnished with Umbrian linens and comfortable beds fitted with smooth silk and cotton blend sheets.
Whatever the occasion a little extra pampering never goes amiss and there is a range of in-house beauty treatments available Beauty Treatments .
Dining is one of the highlights at La Preghiera, with most produce being sourced within a 5-minute radius of the property. Gourmet breakfasts and dinners are served in the elegant dining room around a grand table laid with crystal glasses, beautiful napkins and silver candelabras. There is also a range of wonderful trattorias and restaurants in the area if you wish choose to dine out on any of the evenings during your stay.
About Your Hosts
Your warm and generous hosts, John and Liliana, have lived in Umbria for over 20 years, during which time they have bought and restored over 200 properties as part of their business, Properties Umbria. Liliana is also an interior designer and has furnished La Preghiera with her lifetime collection of art deco silverware, Galle, Aubusson and bone china. John used to have a ‘lead toy soldier’ shop in London and La Preghiera now houses only one of five Model Soldier Museums in Italy.
Out and About
Visit the amazing hilltop towns and cities of Assisi, Perugia, Montone, Gubbio and Cortona, all within half an hour’s drive.
Take a scenic drive around Lake Trasimeno and visit its beautiful islands.
Head out on an afternoon truffle hunting excursion.
Sample delicious Italian cuisine and local wines in traditional trattorias and high quality restaurants.
Visit the Pecorino cheese farm or the makers of traditional Umbrian Ceramics and Linen.
Pricing
- From: €150.00 per room per night, bed and breakfast
- Xmas: Open for Christmas, closed New Year.
Accommodation Details
Luxury Accommodation in a 12th Century converted monastery in Umbria.
- Personally Inspected: Yes
- Single Room Supplements: For single occupancy, deduct €15 per night
- Sleeps: Up to 29
- Double: 11 plus a villa that sleeps 6/7
- Facilities: Swimming pool; billiard room; packed lunches, in-house massage, manicure and hairdresser can be booked
- Swimming Pool: Yes
- Children: 12 years and above or by arrangement
- Pets: Regretfully not
- Evening Meals: Four course evening meal €50 per person (optional)
Contact Details
Address:
John and Liliana Tunstill
La Preghiera
Via del Refari
Calzolaro, Umbria
Italy
06018 (PG)
Tel: +39 075 930 2428 or +44 207 060 0393
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