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il Forno - The Glass Oven

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Outdoor dining
Books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

il Forno - The Glass Oven

il Forno is right beside the pool, one of the most unique apartments. It has the 15th century restored stone glass oven in the living room! Four ancient arches with glass French doors have views to terrace with the pool. il Forno is filled with light from many windows with panoramic views to countryside with vineyards, olive groves and farms. A beautiful ancient archway leads from dining to living area. A fully equipped kitchen for gourmet feasts and large dining table seats 6. Two spacious king bedrooms and one bath with large walk-in shower; sleeps 4 + 1 on child cot. King beds become twins if needed. Walls are stone and plaster walls of 'velatura' blue contrast with blue and white floral linens, antique folio bird prints. Kitchen is stocked with loads of cooking utensils, cutlery, glassware and dining china. Made into one bedroom apartment on request. WiFi! Exclusive free wine/tasting tour of only 'carbon neutral' vineyard in the world! Special prices on wines to guests.

Live INSIDE a village with a pool and views! We offer something special: the gem of a beautifully restored historic property within medieval walls of an Umbrian hilltop village with shops and restaurants just steps away; pool and terraces with outstanding panoramas; privacy but all shopping/restaurants in main piazza. HIGH SPEED WiFi! Window screens. Enjoy sunny days/night swimming and spectacular sunset evenings in a faithfully restored 9-15th Century property: original features of grand arches, glass ovens, ancient stone walls and tower. Now a vacation self-catering villa and apartments with fully equipped modern kitchens, king bedrooms, baths ensuite, library and tower. Our shared pool and three terraces have panoramic views with outdoor tables, chairs, BBQ, sun umbrellas and lounge chairs. Enjoy your holiday vacation in a pristine medieval village living 'la dolce vita' of daily village life. No need to drive miles for food or gelato. Everything is just steps from your home! Visit all of Tuscany and Umbria with EASY TRIPS TO WORLD FAMOUS SITES! Stay in the green heart of Italy. Free tour of nearby vineyard and olive groves and free wine, oil tasting! We can arrange cooking lessons, horseback riding, bike rentals, private tours. We live in the village and provide a complete concierge experience if you wish. Complete tour guide books, suggested itineraries, favorite restaurants. Comfortable living in a village with stunning day trips to historic Umbria and nearby Tuscany.

Local Attractions: All the historic hill towns of Umbria and Tuscany are within a short drive. On the border of Tuscany, you can be in historic Cortona (Under the Tuscan Sun), Perugia, Assisi, Deruta, Spello, Lago Trasimeno in Umbria. Visit all the historic sites in Tuscany: Montepulciano, Siena, Pienza, the iconic Val d'Orcia.. Largest water park in Umbria 4km. Golf and horseback riding. Glass museum. Cooking classes available as well as private chef. Private tours of local region can be arranged.

Property manager

Colleen Simpson

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 915 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Il Forno The Glass Oven
il Forno - The Glass Oven Piegaro
il Forno - The Glass Oven Apartment
il Forno - The Glass Oven Apartment Piegaro

About the area

Map
Perugia, Umbria

What's nearby

  • Museum of Glass - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tavernelle Aquatic Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Pomario Cantina - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
  • La Scarzuola - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Fonteverde Terme - 30 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Chiusi Chianciano Terme Station - 23 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Casale - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪il Baretto - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria dal Frenz - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Locanda Manfredi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Il Casale di Mariotti Giuseppina - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does il Forno - The Glass Oven have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is il Forno - The Glass Oven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at il Forno - The Glass Oven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at il Forno - The Glass Oven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is il Forno - The Glass Oven located?

This family-friendly Piegaro apartment building is located in a rural location, steps from Museum of Glass and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tavernelle Aquatic Park and Sanctuary of Mongiovino. Centro Servizi Turistici Citta della Pieve and Pietrafitta Paleontological Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

il Forno - The Glass Oven Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yves D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation in Umbria
Very nice and quiet places. Other guests very polite and charming and above all a wonderful guest !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021