Welcome to Villa Gioiella Family-Friendly Villa in Umbria | Sleeps 12- 13 | Garden, BBQ, Views | Pet-Friendly Looking for a place where everyone can truly slow down, reconnect, and savour la dolce vita? At Villa Gioiella, you’ll find space to breathe, a view to fall for, and everything you need to live well — Italian-style. This spacious three-storey villa is your home base for exploring Umbria and Tuscany. With room for up to 13 guests, it's perfect for families and friends gathering to share good food, laughter, and unhurried days in the Italian countryside. 🌄 Wake Up to Views That Steal the Show Step out onto the balcony with your morning coffee and take in sweeping views across Umbria and Tuscany — from Montepulciano to Cortona and Chianciano Terme. Each level of the villa opens to light, breezes, and unforgettable vistas. 🍝 Meals Ground-floor kitchen — fully equipped with an electric oven and gas hob — and the cosy lounge with fireplace that opens directly onto your private terrace. Outside, the big al fresco table is made for long, lazy lunches, sunset dinners, and family feasts that stretch into the evening. 🛏 Elegant, Comfortable Bedrooms – Space for Everyone Whether you're travelling with little ones, teens, or a mix of friends and family, there’s a place for everyone to unwind: 🛌 First Floor Bedroom 1: King bed with balcony and views over Tuscany Bedroom 2: King bed with peaceful countryside outlook Bedroom 3: Double bed with charming piazza view Bedroom 4: King + single bed – perfect for a couple with a child or older kids Two family bathrooms 🛌 Top Floor Bedroom 5: Large, light-filled room with king bed and stunning views Bedroom 6: Twin beds (can be made into a double), sharing a large bathroom Bonus: A second kitchen, open-plan living/dining area 🌿Garden Large shaded dining terrace BBQ 🧸 Two travel cots and a high chair Children’s plates, toys, board games, books public playground and football park next door

Hi! I'm Debbie, a travel writer and photographer, a flying Kiwi living in London. When I first saw Villa Gioiella, on an ancient Etruscan way, between Chiusi and Perugia, perched on a hilltop overlooking the rolling landscape of Tuscany and Umbria, I knew I had finally found 'the one'. A Bella Signora: her foundations firmly planted in the colourful village of Gioiella (appropriately meaning 'little gem' or 'little joy), and her gaze reaching out to the mystery of the land. It was important to me to be walking distance from all the things that had attracted me to Italy in the first place: food, wine and coffee. Just footsteps from Bar Ruota, the local deli (Conand), Post Office and pharmacy; the village location seemed perfect. But, entering the house, I held my breath because the other essential Italian quality on my 'must have' list was 'views'. I had seen many places that had one or the other. Incredible vistas, but so remote. Or set inside a quaint village but a bit noisy and no Renaissance landscapes. Imagine my 'joy' when, on the other side of the house like Narnia through the wardrobe, all the magnificent beauty of Umbria and Tuscany unfolded before me! Let me just say, the sunsets from the balcony at wine o’clock are a thing of beauty! Breathtaking views over the Val di Chiana in Tuscany and over to Montepulciano, Cortona and Lakes Trasimeno and Chiusi - priceless. The villa is decorated with antiques from my travels around the world and Italy. The modern appliances, furniture and fittings are elegant and comfortable. I like to think there is everything you need and more for everyone - from the littlest family members to the most senior. Gioiella is a hidden gem. There simply is no location more convenient for exploring all the vineyards, culture, history and food of the region. You have to feel the magical energy of Slow life on a hilltop village of a hill in the heart of Italy. Reach out! No question is too small. I look forward to welcoming you soon

Neighbourhood Guide: Gioiella and Castiglione del Lago 🏡 Local Bar and Conad deli/store Bar Ruota: Enjoy a morning coffee, a glass of wine, aperitif or pizza - just a few steps from your villa. Conad Deli Shop: Fresh bread, cheese, wine and a wide range of groceries are available for all your daily needs. For a larger shopping trip, visit the COOP, Lidl or Euro Spin in Castiglione del Lago, just a 15-minute drive away. 🚶‍♂️ Near Lake Trasimeno - swimming and kite surfing 🛒 Supermarket (15 mins drive) 🚴‍♂️ Hiking and Biking 🍷 Vineyards Wine and Olive Oil Tasting 🍽️ Local Culinary Delights and many restaurants 🏰 Castles, Etrusacan Tombs 🏘️ Surrounded by historical Medieval and Renaissance villages Chiusi, Castiglione del Lago, Montepulciano, Cortona, Pienza Day Trips Rome Florence Orvieto Perugia Assisi