Casale San Francesco with a pool

Casale San Francesco is part of the hamlet of Cà di Nieri, consisting of three ancient stone houses dating back to the 17th century and located within a protected nature reserve at an elevation of 590 metres on the border between Umbria and Tuscany. The houses are surrounded by a two-hectare terraced garden, with a 6x12-metre swimming pool at its base.<br><br>The entire property underwent a complete renovation in 2021 to offer guests an unparalleled experience of both homely comfort and understated luxury. <br><br>Stone walls, high ceilings, wooden beams, and terracotta floors are the hallmarks of Casale San Francesco. <br>The renovation preserved the building’s original features, which are accentuated by the understated choice of furniture: a skilful blend of modern and antique, new and heirloom pieces designed to make every guest feel cosy and at home, whether staying for just a few nights or for a longer period. <br><br>Casale San Francesco’s ground floor consists of a large living room opening onto a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a double bedroom with a private bathroom. The ground floor features a junior suite with a private bathroom and direct access to the private outdoor patio, a double room with an ensuite bathroom, and a kitchenette with both indoor and outdoor breakfast nooks. <br><br>The entire property has Wi-Fi access. Free parking for guests only is available on the property.<br><br>Cà di Nieri’s location is unique: perfect for relaxation, yet just a stone’s throw from all kinds of amenities, artistic and cultural sites, and services; it lies at the crossroads of the regions of Umbria, Tuscany, and Le Marche. <br>Nestled deep in the woods of the Upper Tiber Valley, Cà di Nieri is the perfect starting point for nature walks or challenging bike tours up and down the hills. <br>A nearby 18-hole golf course, horseback riding facilities, kayaking on the Tiber River, and unforgettable hot-air balloon rides over Assisi round out the offerings for travellers seeking a more active holiday. <br><br>Of course, food and wine tastings are a must during your stay at Cà di Nieri. Our private driver service will take care of you throughout the experience. <br><br>For guests who love the arts, well… Umbria, Tuscany, and Le Marche are the cradle of Italian culture. Cities like Arezzo, Assisi, Spoleto, Florence, Urbino, Anghiari, Gubbio, Siena, and Macerata—along with countless smaller villages, largely unknown to most people—are all within a maximum distance of 120 km and therefore easy to reach for a day trip before returning home to relax by the pool.<br><br>The closest airports for your trip to Cà di Nieri are Florence and Perugia, but Milan and Rome are also good options, especially if you’d like our shuttle service to pick you up upon arrival and drive you back at the end of your holiday. <br><br>Arezzo and Perugia are the main train stations for those travelling by train, with high-speed train connections to Milan—which also stops in Florence—and to Rome.<br><br>Cà di Nieri is located just a 50-minute drive from the Arezzo exit on the A1 highway and just 15 minutes from the Città di Castello exit on the E45-SS3Bis route.