Poggio Padule

Conveniently located 7 km (4 mi) from San Venanzo, Italy and only 39 km (24 mi) from Perugia. Vacation rental Poggio Padule is a lovely property (264 sq m) that includes private pool and WiFi internet. The property can accommodate up to 20 people comfortably in eight bedrooms with seven bathrooms.

Your Experience
When you arrive you will be welcomed by the owner or manager where you’ll find a lovely clean well-maintained property with views of the hills perfect for a relaxing vacation in Umbria. After a busy day of visiting museums, spend some time with friends and family poolside enjoying a glass of wine - a perfect way to relax at the end the day. Outdoors you will also find a patio and barbecue grill. If you enjoy cooking for family and friends there is a well-equipped kitchen including coffee machine, stove and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to 20 people.

Visit the Area
Most people enjoy visiting close-by cities and towns while on vacation, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: Perugia 39 km (24 mi), Assisi 53 km (33 mi), Spoleto 58 km (36 mi), Gubbio 79 km (49 mi) and Cortona 84 km (52 mi).

Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 198 km (123 mi), Viareggio 285 km (177 mi), Rome 155 km (96 mi), Milan 485 km (301 mi) and Naples 346 km (215 mi).

Additional Information

Pool Open: 1 May - 1 October (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking)
Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Roma Ciampino (cia) 164 km (102 mi), Roma Fiumicino (fco) 177 km (110 mi), Firenze Peretola (flr) 203 km (126 mi), Pisa (psa) 266 km (165 mi) and Bologna (blq) 290 km (180 mi).

Special Services
Tours - Custom tours can be arranged by the owner for your group. For more details about the tours offered, speak to the owner when you arrive or inquire prior to booking. The cost will vary depending in the specific tour and number of people.

Outdoor

The garden at Poggio Padule is a peaceful haven surrounded by greenery, offering plenty of space to relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the Umbrian hills. It is the perfect spot for leisurely strolls and outdoor moments, enhanced by a barbecue area and a playground featuring a basketball hoop, a ping-pong table, and swings, ensuring fun for both adults and children.

Services

SERVICES INCLUDED:

Household linen
Laundry
Children's chairs (on request)
Use of the swimming pool
internet connection

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED ON REQUEST:

extra linen change
extra cleaning
cooking lessons
home cook
camping cot for children up to 3 years

Attractions

San Venanzo, nestled in the heart of the Umbrian hills, is a destination that perfectly balances nature, history, and culture. This charming village is renowned for its Volcanological Museum, which tells the extraordinary story of the area's prehistoric volcanoes—a unique geological heritage that fascinates visitors of all ages. Adjacent to the museum, the Parco dei Sette Frati, located on Mount Peglia, offers shaded trails for rejuvenating walks, picnic areas, and panoramic viewpoints with breathtaking vistas of the Umbrian countryside.

For nature and trekking enthusiasts, the surroundings of San Venanzo are a true paradise: explore ancient forests, rolling hills, and picturesque valleys, ideal for hiking, cycling, or horseback riding. Along the way, you might encounter wildlife or stumble upon small rural churches, testaments to the area's rich history.

Just a short drive away, you’ll find some of Umbria's most beautiful art cities: Todi, with its perfectly preserved historic center and the famous Piazza del Popolo, one of Italy's most enchanting squares, and Orvieto, where the magnificent Cathedral, mysterious underground tunnels, and the Pozzo di San Patrizio narrate tales of medieval engineering and faith. Perugia, with its vibrant cultural atmosphere, and Assisi, the birthplace of Saint Francis, are also easily accessible for a day of exploration.

For those who prefer to stay local, San Venanzo is the ideal spot to indulge in traditional Umbrian cuisine. Here, you can savor authentic dishes like black truffles, local cured meats, handmade pici pasta, and fine wines from nearby wineries, including Sagrantino di Montefalco and Grechetto. Local events such as festivals and markets offer the chance to discover regional products and artisanal traditions.

San Venanzo is a place where time seems to slow down, a haven for those seeking tranquility and beauty. Whether you want to relax in nature, explore fascinating villages, or savor culinary delights, this corner of Umbria promises an authentic and unforgettable experience.

Points of historical-cultural interest

20 minutes by car: Montecastello di Vibio, with the splendid Teatro della Concordia – known as the "Smallest Theater in the World", entirely made of wood, only 99 seats; Deruta with its artistic ceramics and the city of Todi (30').

Within 45 minutes by car: Perugia and Assisi (35' and 45' respectively), Bevagna with its gaite, i.e. the ancient medieval crafts (40'), Spello and Montefalco (40-45'), the splendid Orvieto, with the cathedral and the well of San Patrizio (50'), the ancient Roman city of Carsulae (40'), Massa Martana (40') and the adventurous underground Narni tunnels (45'), the enigmatic La Scarzuola (40').

Between 45 and 60 minutes by car. There are many possibilities for exploration within an hour's drive that allow you to embrace Umbria, Tuscany and Tuscia. For example: Foligno (50'), Spoleto, Gubbio, Città di Castello, Città della Pieve, Orte, Chiusi (60'). With a little more road it is then possible to reach Viterbo, city of the Popes and thermal waters, the Monster Park of Bomarzo (75') and Norcia (90'). Rome and the sea (in Montalto Marina) are two hours away by car.

Points of naturalistic and hiking interest: Rivers and lakes: Corbara (35-45'), Bolsena (60') and Trasimeno (60') lakes. Excursions along the Tiber (less than 10' to Fratta Todina) or along the "Via delle Acque" cycle path and along the Nera gorges (50') and the spectacular Marmore waterfalls (55'). Mountains and hills: from the nearby Monti Martani and Monte Peglia (20'), to Monte Subasio overlooking Assisi (60'), to the more distant Monti Cimini (75') up to the Monte Rufeno Reserve (100'), just as it is possible to intercept the ancient routes of the Via Francigena and other paths (Sibillini Mountains at 90').

Points of interest for children and teenagers: in addition to the aforementioned Gaite di Bevagna, we highlight a riding school near Fratta Todina (5-10') and the famous City of Sunday in Perugia (40')

A reference map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1iNGXV8xxeJOb5VWR8lPw31w98akNhYY&usp=sharing

During your stay: in Marsciano, 7-10 minutes away by car, there is everything you need (services, supermarkets, shops). At least 4 supermarkets (Coop, Conad, Lidl) concentrated in the commercial area of ​​“Le Fornaci”, a bakery with Umbrian specialties (Listanti, industrial area, highly recommended). On Mondays there is the town market. Other useful information: Health: 1) reference pharmacies: Menconi and Le Fornaci; 2) “Casa della Salute” clinic (Via Piccolotti, 0758782426 - 406-407); 3) Nearest hospital and emergency room: Medias Valle del Tevere hospital – Via del Buda, Pantalla (20 minutes by car). Safety: Single emergency number: 112 (fire brigade, health emergency, police/carabinieri); San Venanzio carabinieri station, Via Vittorio Veneto 4, 075 875125.

Where to eat 5-10 minutes from Poggio Padule, also with outdoor tables: 1) Marsciano: Coyote pub (Pizzas, burgers also to take away), The Galleon Pub (Pizzas, burgers), L'oasi (Restaurant and pizzeria with Umbrian cuisine); 2) Ripalvella: Fattoria di Monticello (excellent agritourism); 3) Rotecastello: The Borgo inn. Furthermore: 4) Umbrian porchetta specialty: on Mondays at the market and on Saturday mornings in the car park in front of the Conad in the "Le Fornaci" shopping center area; 5) “Paoletti” takeaway delicatessen, via Tuderte.

Swimming Pool

The swimming pool, large and sunny, is the heart of the relaxation area, surrounded by sunbeds, umbrellas and a lush garden. A perfect corner to regenerate, admiring the panorama of the Umbrian hills.

Parking

private parking in the structure

Interior Description

The main entrance to the unit is on floor 1.

Main Floor
Including: kitchen + living room, 3 bedrooms + ensuite bathroom, bedroom.

Kitchen + living room: well equipped kitchen, dining table, fridge, freezer, stove top, oven, sofa bed double, WIFI internet, satellite tv, exit to the garden.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 2: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 3: two single beds, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom: two single beds (width: 0m), WIFI internet.

Floor 1
Including: kitchen + living room, 3 bedrooms + ensuite bathroom, bedroom, bathroom.

Kitchen + living room: well equipped kitchen, dining table, fridge, freezer, stove top, oven, sofa bed double, WIFI internet, satellite tv, exit to the terrace.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, bathtub.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 2: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 3: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower.
Bedroom: two single beds, WIFI internet.
Bathroom: basin, toilet, bidet, shower.

Annex / Dependance
Including: terrace.

Terrace: al fresco dining, dining table, terrace furniture.

Additional Areas
Including: garden.

Garden: swimming pool (private, length: 8m, width: 4m, depth: 1.5m, outdoor, fenced), WIFI internet, barbecue, al fresco dining, dining table, garden furniture, enclosed property.

• Garden
• Internet Wifi
• Enclosed Property
• Next Year Available
• Private Swimmingpool
• Barbecue
• Recommended for children
• Patio
• Veranda
• Balcony
• Satellite Tv
• Television
• Kitchen
• Well-equipped Kitchen
• Coffee Machine
• Dishwasher
• Washing Machine
• Shower
• Hairdryer
• No Smoking
• Independent Unit
• Garden
• Pets On Request

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