The house occupies an elevated and secluded position within the grounds of the main house, La Carpinetta, and enjoys its own separate access and complete privacy. The house is available from the beginning of March to the end of October.
Sheltered behind by centuries old oaks, the views from the house are breathtaking, looking up to the Valley of the Calanchi, with woods, streams and open pastures in the foreground, giving way to the white cliffs of the Calanchi in the distance. Facing directly west, the sunsets have to be seen to be believed.
The house has recently been converted from a traditional stone building to an extremely high standard, using best quality materials. The accommodation provides a very light and spacious open plan living area and kitchen / dining area with large picture window, with traditional wooden beamed ceilings throughout, two comfortable and airy double bedrooms, and a lovely new bathroom with all modern amenities.
The comfortable living, dining, and the two bedrooms are furnished with an attractive mix of good quality and comfortable modern and antique furniture, and many original works of art. The two bedrooms and living room are equipped with efficient and silent ceiling fans.
The extensive and completely private terrace runs the entire length of the house, well equipped with tables, chairs, sun loungers, sun umbrella and an additional shaded area, providing ample opportunities for intimate al fresco dining and sunbathing while enjoying the spectacular views. There is also a table tennis set on the gravelled area next to the terrace, a barbecue and, from March 2024, an open air wood fired hot tub, overlooking the valley, where to enjoy a glass of wine while immersed in your own hot water spa! The Hot Tub is available from October till May.
A flight of steps takes you to the delightful pool, with sun loungers and large umbrellas, where you’ll find a vine covered pergola with table and chairs. The pool (10mx5mx1.50) is open from the beginning of June to the end of September and is shared occasionally with the owners when they are in residence. The access to the pool is by ladder.
DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE POOL OR IN THE HOT TUB!
The property is reached by its own access track, approximately 1.6 Km from the main road, which winds through forests of oak, hornbeam and hazel. The area is one of outstanding natural beauty and is protected.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay, but please note that the area is home to sheep, wild boar, and deer, as well as our dog Monty. They are not allowed on sofas or beds and they are NOT allowed in the pool. They are requested to be kept in the garden of the cottage, which is fenced. There is an extra cleaning charge of £20.
The world famous hilltop village of Civita di Bagnoregio, a Unesco Heritage site, is only a few kilometres away at the head of the valley.
There are wonderful walks directly from the house all around the valley and to the hill top village of Civitella d'Agliano where there are shops, an ATR next to the post office, restaurants and a petrol station.
La Casa del Pastore is a haven of peace, tranquillity and total privacy, completely immersed in nature and abounding in the most amazing wildlife and yet it's only a short distance by car to local villages where shops, banks and restaurants can be found.
From here it's easy to explore the many beautiful medieval villages and historical towns of Alto Lazio and Umbria and Tuscany, like Orvieto, Todi, Viterbo, Siena, just to name a few. In a word la Casa del Pastore is the perfect location for those - like us - who love to be where nature and culture can be enjoyed at the same time.
As far as activities available in the area, fantastic bathing and watersports are found at the beautiful and unspoilt Lago di Bolsena, half an hour away.
La Casa del Pastore provides one or two couples with an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy this little known area of Italy, with its many local attractions and rich cultural heritage, in complete privacy and a high degree of comfort.
AN ADDITIONAL 2 BED ACCOMMODATION IN THE MEDIEVAL TOWER BY THE POOL is available at £400 per week+ £70 initial and final cleaning and bedlinen rental. The tower offers two single beds and a toilet with washbasin.
We wish you a very special stay !!
