Umbria Property

Umbria is a region of breath-taking landscapes, which will never fail to amaze and inspire. This small landlocked region, bordering Tuscany to the West and Marche to the East, is truly special. Its rolling hills are dotted with castles, watchtowers, fortresses and medieval towns, interspersed with lush chestnut and olive groves, vineyards and elm forests. Befitting such a unique landscape is some equally distinctive Umbria property.

There is a vast range of Umbria property, encompassing a variety of styles and locations from country villas, historic town houses, modern apartments, farmhouses and medieval complexes. Whatever you are looking for, this region certainly has much to offer. In the cosmopolitan university town of Perugia, which is also the region’s capital, Umbria property can be found in the town’s historic centre. Culture vultures will love it here, with its cultural and architectural masterpieces and one of the most extensive museum collections in Italy. Gubbio is also a wonderful location. Often referred to as “the jewel of Umbria”, this is the regions oldest town, with a majestic cathedral and palaces.

Alternatively, how about an Umbria property in Orvieto? Its famous cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic art. Spoleto is also worth a visit, and maybe you’ll find your ideal home in this picturesque town, which boasts beautiful medieval and renaissance architecture? Probably the most famous of all these beautiful towns is Assisi; a UNESCO world heritage site, and home to Italy’s patron saint, St Francis. An Umbria property here would be something truly special.

Out of town, Umbria property can be found in many wonderful rural locations. Nature lovers will find it a rich haven for wildlife, and those seeking peace and tranquillity will enjoy the rolling hills, mountains, hollows and plains, where woods, castles and peaceful sanctuaries abound. Umbria property provides an ideal base for walkers and mountain bikers. Why not follow in the footsteps of St Francis, St Clare and St Benedict of Norcia and follow the popular pilgrimage path, Via Francigena? Or, venture to the Cascate delle Marmore near Terni, are the tallest man-made waterfalls in the world and plunge dramatically down a 165 metre drop. Canoeing and kayaking is popular here and it is a joy to explore the surroundings on foot. Lake Trasimeno, central Italy’s largest lake, is well worth a visit, and the fossil forest at Dunarobba provides a fascinating insight into the region’s natural history. It is an intriguing place, where well-preserved tree trunks meet a lunar-like landscape.

Lovers of fine cuisine will find delight here. Local delicacies include pork products, with tasty hams and salamis, and cheese, particularly pecorino sheep’s cheese and ripe goats’ milk cheese. Lentils from Castelluccio di Norcia are delicious in soups, and both black and white truffles can be found locally. Umbrian olive oil is renowned for its distinct flavour and there is a real ‘olive culture’ here, with impressive olive groves and wonderful old olive presses. Dining out while staying at your Umbria property will sure to be a real treat for the taste buds! Or, why not buy some local produce at a market and enjoy coking with the fresh Umbrian ingredients?

Wine connoisseurs will enjoy life in an Umbria property. Both reds and whites are produced in the region, including the well-known Sangrantino di Montefalco and Assisi Grechetto. The popular ‘wine trails’ here give you the opportunity to visit vineyards and taste the produce for yourself. Why not buy a bottle to toast your new life in your Umbria property? Travel to your Umbria property is simple, with a small airport at Perugia, and the railway line linking Rome and Florence also stops there, as well as at Spoleto and Assisi. To really explore this region, particularly the rural areas, a car is recommended.

It is difficult to do such a beautiful region justice in such few words. Umbria is a unique mix of culture, nature and history and has so much to offer. If you like what you have read then an Umbria property is waiting for you!

Umbria Property

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