Historic building in Umbria for sale

Brief description

A renovated medieval building in the centre of Todi that can be used as a small hotel or B&B. Its net saleable area is about 400 sq.m and includes the reception, two dining rooms, 7 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and two panoramic terraces.

Geographic position

Located in the centre of Todi – a medieval village in Umbria, also known as the world's most liveable town – Charming Todi is a renovated detached property turned into a small and cosy accommodation business.

The E45 motorway is just five minutes away. It connects Todi with major cities like Orvieto (37 km), Perugia (44 km), Rome (135 km) and Florence (190 km).

The nearest airport is Perugia S. Egidio (46 km, meaning a little more than a half an hour drive), while Rome's international airports of Ciampino and Fiumicino are 147 km and 163 km away respectively (less than two hours).

Description of buildings

Charming Todi is a medieval building, which dates back to the 1200s. It has been renovated and turned into a small accommodation business.

The building has a net saleable area of 400 sq.m and develops over 5 floors connected with a lift (for 7 people and disabled people).

Ground floor

Large breakfast/dining room with a fireplace, a kitchen, a bathroom for the guests and one for the personnel.

First floor

Reception, living room/common area with a kitchenette for breakfast and bar service, a disability bathroom, and a laundry.

Second floor

Three master bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom.

Third floor

Four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. One of these rooms has a 2.6 sq.m terrace overlooking the valley and Todi.

Fourth floor (attic)

It features a sloped ceiling and includes the technical room and a 7 sq.m panoramic terrace.

State and finishing

This building dates back to the 1200s. During its renovation, all internal structures were demolished, and the ceilings were remade, applying the techniques of that time: chestnut wood beams and joists, terracotta tiles and screeds (Lecamix lightweight material).

The perimeter walls have been consolidated in compliance with the strictest seismic regulations in force. The interiors feature a few stone walls. The partitions between the rooms are insulated with soundproof materials and silica panels.

The insulated and soundproof roofs are made with antique tiles.

The electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning and heating (with heat pump) systems are new and comply with the regulations in force.

The flooring on the ground floor and bathrooms are made of hand-made terracotta tiles. The other rooms feature hand-planed oak plank floors.

The insulated doors and windows are made of white lacquered wood.

External areas

One of the rooms on the third floor features a 2.6 sq.m terrace. But there's another 6 sq.m terrace on the fourth floor.

Use and potential uses

Palazzetto Charming Todi is a gem, perfect for those who are looking for a residence combined with a small accommodation business. It's located in one of Umbria's most appreciated towns, which maintains a slower pace of life.

Distances and location

Umbria - Italy

Neighboring regions: Toscany, Lazio, Marche

Main centers: Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, Todi, Orvieto, Gubbio, Spello

 

Characteristics: is the sister of Tuscany region, green and hilly territory with olive groves and vineyards, rich in art cities and quaint towns.

Placed in Central Italy between Rome and Florence, Umbria is a region rich in history and culture, from the hilly landscape with olive groves and vineyards, and dotted with historic villages and artistic cities such as Perugia (important international University Centre), Spoleto, Orvieto, Todi, Assisi, Spello and others.

15 minutes from Perugia is located Lake Trasimeno, the largest Italian lake after that of Como.

The climate is mild with temperatures in winter rarely fall below zero degrees and summer temperatures around 25 degrees.

The region is the scene of major cultural events throughout the year (such as the Festival dei Due Mondi in Spoleto and Umbria Jazz) and many other folk events which, especially in summer, enliven small and large centers of the entire territory.

 

Property offer: Umbria, with its Green and hilly territory is particularly required for purchasing original characteristic stone farmhouses, very similar to those of Tuscany, in the countryside around the major cities of art such as Todi, Spoleto, Orvieto, Perugia, Assisi or in the popular area of Valley of Niccone or of Trasimeno.  These are often finely renovated farmhouses with park and pool, which are well suited to use for vacation but also for investment with the ability to put them in the lease through touristicrental. Umbria has a strategic position being located half an hour from Rome and two hours from Florence. The region, rich in history, offers you the chance to buy real estate like castles, vintage villas, villages and monasteries. Very popular are also the apartments within historical centers or small rural managed complexes, rich in original farmhouses of stone structure, particularly are requested those places in the countryside around the town of Todi, Spoleto, Assisi, Perugia and Orvieto, but also in the areas and Niccone Valley and Lake Trasimeno. Frequently also the historic buildings, ancient villas, castles and apartments in historic towns such as Perugia, Orvieto, Spoleto, Assisi, Spello, Trevi, or in small villages renovated and preserved.