Thyme apt with shared pool, Castiglione del Lago, Italy

This ground-floor apartment, for 2 people, is part of an attractive courtyard in the Poggio Verde agriturismo, in beautiful southern Umbria. Poggio Verde is an old farm which has been converted into 8 properties. The agriturismo is set in extensive private grounds and offers many amenities. If you are looking for a holiday where you can relax and easily explore the treasures of Umbria and southern Tuscany, then this is the perfect option.

The front door leads from the courtyard to the open-plan living area, which has terracotta tiled floors. The living room is furnished with a sofa, with a dining table and chairs and a fitted kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a cooker hob, fridge and coffee machine.

The shared gardens have been arranged with as much care as the interiors. By the pool, guests will find sun-loungers and parasols. The garden also has a children’s play area and a table tennis table.

Sleeping
The master bedroom has a wrought iron double bed, an antique wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom. A second door leads out onto a private terrace.

Bathroom
The attractive en suite bathroom has a shower, basin, bidet and WC.

Additional
• Free Wi-Fi • Shared outdoor swimming pool (May to September) • Outside dining • BBQ • Air conditioning • Central heating (charged as per consumption) • Hair dryer • Smoke detector • Washing machine (shared) • Satellite TV • Shared gardens • Pets allowed (€10/each) • Dogs to be kept on a lead in shared areas • Very child friendly • Suitable for elderly • Garden games, including football and bowls • Bicycles • Private parking, car essential • Tourist tax €1/per person/day to be paid on site • Breakfast can be ordered.

Location
Poggio Verde is well located for guests to explore Umbria and southern Tuscany. Castiglione del Lago (10 minutes), with its medieval castle that dominates the lakeshore, offers wonderful views over the beautiful Lake Trasimeno. On the water, guests can enjoy many different watersports, including canoeing and swimming. Away from the lake, visitors can cycle or hike along one of the many tracks that crisscross the stunning countryside.

The capital of Umbria, Perugia is 45 minutes away. It is well worth a visit, as is the famous town of Assisi (1 hour) birthplace of St Francis and a site of pilgrimage. Over the border in Tuscany, Montepulciano (40 minutes) makes an interesting day trip. Here you can visit many different wine producers and try some of the famous red wines and buy some to enjoy at home.

The closest airport is at Perugia (50 minutes drive)

This apartment offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Castiglione del Lago apartment is smoke free.