2 bedrooms semi-detached house, 109 m²

Giano dell'Umbria, Perugia (province)

The House is located with 4 other stone houses near the main entrance house to the town. These houses form a picturesque grouping which has been painted by artists. It consists of 2 floors over an older house, now the Cantina, with original cotta floors. To the side is located a more modern single garage with a terrace over. Surrounding the house outside are several distinct external areas including an entrance courtyard, 2 tiled terraces and 3 levels of gravelled terraces with extensive views to the borgo of Giano and the surrounding countryside. To the side of the house is an older path which offers an alternative route to the village (with street lighting at night) with stunning views over the valley to Assisi (35 kilometres) and mountains beyond. Externally the house has a mature almond tree, an olive tree and several mature figs and two tiled terraces. The principal terrace is accessed directly from the house and has water and external lighting, a further terrace over the garage provides additional outdoor space for dining/seating. The property is entered via double gates from a small lane direct into the courtyard with space for a small car and access to the garage. The Cantina is accessed from the side of the main house. Inside, the house has been fully renovated in recent years with new roof with mandatory earthquake protection provided in 2014/15. The house is fully decorated in neutral colours and is ready for immediate occupation.
All floors are tiled, some marble and are in good condition. Inside the house are 2 floors of accommodation providing 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, a bright kitchen/living room, with separate utility space, accessed via a large marble tiled staircase connecting the two floors. All bathroom and kitchen fittings are supplied as part of the sale. On the ground/entrance level is the main entrance hall with marble tiled staircase to the first floor above. Off the entrance hall is a utility room with boiler for water and heating, a downstairs WC and washing machine. The principal bedroom suite is located on this floor, and has a bedroom with original fireplace and stufa (stove) and a connecting dressing room providing wardrobe, shower and vanitory unit. A glazed door from this room provides access to a small terrace with views to the village and the valley below. All rooms have windows making the house light and bright. On the first floor is located the second double bedroom with its own full sized bathroom, accessed from the main landing. Also off the landing on this level is located the main living/kitchen room with space for sofa (currently sofabed), dining table and all kitchen units. Direct from this level is located the main terrace which allows extensive outdoor dining, convenient to the adjacent kitchen.
Both the main rooms on this upper floor have raised ceilings with additional roof lighting to the living area. The house has windows on 4 aspects plus roof lighting, and so is very bright with lots of cross ventilation and has a spacious feel with easy access to the terraces for entertaining, outdoor living, and for family and pets.

Garage and Cantina Externally – the garage is dry, has electric power and is fully dry-lined with electric power, lighting and cold water via an old stone sink. Currently used for storage, it could be used as an additional summer sleeping space with minimal work. Sliding doors internally (as provided) can allow this conversion.The Cantina, at lower ground floor below the main house, is dry and allows for storage and currently contains extra drinks storage and a large fridge freezer, included in the sale. The house is connected to mains water, gas and electricity and mains drains. All kitchen and bathrooms fittings are included in the sale.

Giano dell’Umbria is a medieval village located in a panoramic position, a top a hill overlooking the Umbrian Valley, at the foot of the Martani Mountains. Rich in history and charm, it boasts a well-preserved historic center, remarkable churches, and a breathtakingly beautiful surrounding landscape.
There are all the necessary services such as a small bar/grocery store and a municipal pharmacy.
Giano dell’Umbria is also a city of olive oil and wine, located between Spoleto and Todi, a few kilometers from Montefalco and Bevagna. It is an important stop on both the Sagrantino Road and the Umbria DOP Olive Oil Regional Road. Charming villages, rich in history and art, surround the area, such as Montecchio, Moriano, and Castagnola. Bastardo, on the other hand, is the only modern center, a commercial hub, and home to one of the area’s weekly markets.