Torre Atti, Umbria Luxury Villas Vacations and Travel Packages








Torre Atti
Up to 12 guests
6 bedrooms
Priced from : $6,000

A home from home in Italy doesn’t come much more authentic than this: a rugged stone tower built on a lofty hill by the noble Atti family in the late 1300s to defend their lands against the marauding Sienese and Florentines . . . it’s hard to believe this area was once a battleground, as you look out from its rooftop terrace over the now peaceful Umbrian hillscape, a richly hued checkerboard of olive groves, vineyards and fields of sunflowers, accented by rows of majestic cypress trees.
In restoring this remarkable building, the owners have made a point of keeping its original fabric intact, preserving the splendid medieval stonework, beamed ceilings, stone fireplaces, antique doors and many other details, while cleverly including the latest of modern comforts – even an elevator to take you to the top. And as a showcase of present skills as well as past, for furnishings they have combined heirloom antiques with pieces by several renowned designers such as Philippe Starck, Le Corbusier, Verner Panton and Ron Arad. Thus Torre Atti offers a truly unique experience for those who wish to savor the best of Continental life, be it ancient or modern.

The stone entrance hall on the ground floor leads to a large sitting room with generous sofas, a long vaulted dining room that seats 12, and a designer kitchen, plus the elevator and staircase which give access to all floors. On the second floor there are two suites, each with double bedroom and bathroom, plus large living room. The third and fourth floors each consist of an independent apartment with an open plan sitting room and kitchen, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and air conditioning. (The first floor is the owners’ private library.)

Beds & Baths:
Sleeps 12 adults in 3 separate suites. Third floor: 2 ensuite bedrooms, Bedroom 1 (twins, 35”), large bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi; Bedroom 2 (queen, 67”), bathroom with shower; Fourth floor: Bedroom 3 (queen, 67”), bathroom with tub and sauna shower; Bedroom 4 (queen, 67”), bathroom with shower. Fifth floor: Bedroom 5 (queen, 67”, painted Ferrari red!), large bathroom with hydrojet tub and shower; Bedroom 6 (queen, 67”), bathroom with shower.

Living Space:
Floors 4 and 5 each have a spacious living room with a working fireplace and designer kitchen with state of the art dishwashers, refrigerators, designer tableware and tables that can seat up to 6 people. The first floor has a large dining room, sitting room with designer lighting and designer kitchen. Access to all floors via elevator and staircase.

Household Amenities:
Each suite has satellite TV, CD stereo player and wireless computer access. Top two floors have air conditioning. Laundry services are provided.

Outdoors:
Access from the top floor to the rooftop terrace which has spectacular views in all directions of the Tiber Valley and the neighboring hills, many crowned by fortified hamlets and ancient towns (including Todi). Around the tower are romantic gardens with old-fashioned roses, aromatic plants and mature trees. There is also a recently restored 17thC chapel, perfect for an intimate wedding.

Notable Features:
Authentic medieval tower in stunning hilltop setting
Unique mix of old and modern with furnishing pieces by top designers
Easy access to the E45 for Rome or Florence

Nearby Diversions:
Restaurants, cafés, shops in Todi (15min), ceramic center of Deruta (20min), Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto (30min), Orvieto (50min), Montepulciano, Siena (1-1.5 hrs), Rome and Florence (2-2.5 hrs). Wine tasting, historic hilltop towns, lively markets, local festivals throughout the season.

Outdoor Activities:
Horseback riding, golf, tennis, boating; challenging cycling; excellent walking.