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Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful

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Outdoor pool
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful

For a really breath-taking view you must visit the Eremo del Sole (The Sun Hermitage) with its beautiful houses, big orchard, an olive grove of 2,47 a and 124 acres of forest. From our swimming pool you can see all there places while you are relaxing in the sun. The Barbican, a tastefully restored Country house, small but with so much charm, was always ready to welcome the previous owners guests. It is situated in the quiet and picturesque courtyard of the Eremo. It retains many of the original features, whilst benefiting from modern facilities. This fascinating property was completely built in stone and has handmade terracotta tiles and ceilings with old beams. The interior is elegantly designed with particular attention to the colours of the walls using relaxing pastel tones. One of the best point of the house is the old stone built Gazebo on the courtyard of the Eremo. It’s particularly comfortable with a spectacular view and where you can have very romantic candlelight dinners.

Enjoy also for free our new super fast WiFi internet connection!

Property manager

Anna Padula Marini

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cooking classes
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: upon request only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: upon request only.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number IT054051B501015274

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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About the area

Map
Spoleto, Umbria

What's nearby

  • Spoleto Roman Amphitheater - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo-Spoleto - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Spoleto City Hall - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Spoleto Cathedral - 10 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ponte delle Torri - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Baiano di Spoleto Station - 11 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prosciutteria del Corso - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Canasta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Zengoni - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Collicola - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pentagramma - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Museo Archeologico, Museo del Tessile e del Costume and Piazza della Liberta. Galleria D’Arte Moderna and Museo Carandente are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Il Barbacane,nice small house with pool, small doesn’t mean small,but beautiful Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A well needed rest in a little piece of heaven.

Just perfect for a couple in a beautiful most scenic surrounding.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Sally D.

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Lovely property with great views

Our stay at the Barbacane was lovely. It's pretty close to Spoleto, though a somewhat winding road. The kitchen is well-stocked, and the bed is wonderfully comfortable. We had a very nice time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elodie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannung

Ein wunderschöner Ort um sich zu entspannen!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent J.

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détente au milieu des cigales

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans une très belle région. Nous avons apprécié l'hébergement et la piscine, indispensable lors des journées très chaudes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena E.

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Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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Hele mooie locatie

Wat een geweldig verblijf hebben wij gehad. Toen we aankwamen bleek dat we een appartement zonder airco hadden gereserveerd en mochten we van Ginevre naar een ander appartement met airco. Dit was geweldig op een hele mooie azienda! We hebben heerlijk gezwommen in beide baden en lekker culinair gegeten in het restaurant, kortom super!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience.

During a difficult time of travel, the owner of the property made our stay stress free and easy. The owners were exceptionally responsive and helpful in our planning for our visit next year. They gave us space but made us feel like part of the family business all at once. Exceptionally thankful for them and the experience they created for us. The property and views are truly breathtaking. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven is a place in Umbria

It really is! We could have stayed at Eremo del Sole forever! The most beautiful house in the most magical setting. Spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable. Ginevra was the most lovely host, ensuring that we had everything we needed and offering suggestions of things to do and where to eat in Spoleto. The pool is enormous with a plenty of space around it for sunbathing. And the view is incredible! We loved sitting by the outdoor fireplace for aperitivo during sun set - we already miss it! Thank you Ginevra, it was more than perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Umbria

To sum it up: Just perfect - never expected such a hospitality, cordiality and nice apartment with love to details. The House is beautiful, calm, relaxing. Kitchen is well equipped, everything very clean. Moreover the owner and her family took care about us, helped us as we had problems with our car, gave us good tips for excursions, were always there for asking without being present too much. Just the perfect choice - we will surely come back! Grazie Mille!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

BERNARD M.

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Magnifique havre de paix et de soleil

Nous avons passé deux très belles semaines à Eremo del Sole, au cœur de l'Ombrie. L'endroit est bien situé pour accéder facilement à la plupart des sites de la région. Accueil impeccable, les habitations sont très bien aménagées et entretenues. Grande piscine à volonté. Un pur bonheur !
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

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Tolles Ferienhaus in einmaliger Lage

Das Ferienhaus liegt in einer tollen, ruhigen Umgebung und man kann vom Pool aus den Sonnenuntergang genießen. Man genötigt auf jeden Fall ein Auto, denn bis in die Stadt ist es zu Fuß ein Stück. Das Ferienhaus ist sehr schön eingerichtet, alles sauber und die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Anne ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit und man merkt, dass sie mit Leidenschaft die Häuser vermietet. Alles in Allem ein tolles Urlaub. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

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Perfekter Urlaub in einer wunderschönen Unterkunft

Wir haben unseren Urlaub an diesem Platz sehr genossen. Hier stimmte einfach alles: Ein mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtetes Appartement, ein gepflegter Pool, die schöne Aussicht und eine Vermieterin, die man einfach gern haben muss. Danke Anna! Ein weiterer Vorteil des Anwesens ist die Nähe zu Spoleto, eine wirklich sehenswerte Stadt mit historischen Sehenswürdigkeiten und einem sehr sympathischen Stadtbild. Besonders positiv fanden wir, dass wir sowohl in Geschäften als auch in Restaurants nie das Gefühl hatten, als lästige Touristen behandelt zu werden. Wir kommen gerne wieder :-)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alard J.

A wonderful week in a nice serene place

We had a wonderful stay in a beautiful appartment. We enjoyed the big swimming pool and the great terras besides the well decorated house. The house is very close to Spoleto and it is such a quiet and serene place to be. The host Anna was very helpful and even guide us to the house. We had a wonderful week and we will certainly come back in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Morag P.

Lovely setting in well kept gardens. Good sized pool which was good to cool down in after a day out

We had the place to ourselves apart from the cat as neither of the other properties were occupied. It was lovely not to have to share the pool. Anna is a good host and helpful. However it would be good to have some more leaflets and maybe a street map of Spoleto in the apartments.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adele P.

A stunning and tranquil haven.

We had a very relaxing week in this very beautiful part of Italy. Ana was very helpful with recommendations of places to visit and eat. Il Barbacane is comfortable & peaceful with amazing views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mieke Z.

Very beautiful! Only the sound of nature and outstanding views!

Lovely house. In the bed you can look at the stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous

My wife and I are just back from another superb holiday at Eremo Del Sole in spotlessly refurbished Barbacane. If you like riding and horses, then the nearby Spoleto riding school, also owned and personally managed by the Marini family, is a must. But booking required as it is very popular. Barbacane provided us with a very comfortable and peaceful stay. Wonderful place for just chilling and recharging the batteries. The large , warm swimming pool with its infinity views over the hills and countryside is stunning. If you prefer culture, Spoleto has so much to offer, especially in June and July with the Spoleto International Festival, which this year included Shakespearean drama and in the past, even the red army performing Cossack dancing! Very good and reasonable eating in excellent, local restaurants. The Marini family are always on hand to offer advice on what to do and see. Anna Marini, always provides you with a big smile, a wonderful, warm welcome, and manages the house with great skill and attention to detail. We have been coming to both Eremo Del Fate, and Eremo Del Sole, for the last 10 years. Just can't stay away. Speaks for itself. Highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Lovely Spoleto

My boyfriend reserved the Barbacane house at the end of June 2015 and I must say that it was an amazing experience. We arrived there easily on a rented car and the property is really near Spoleto! The house is small but so lovely and the sunset from the Old Gazebo is truly unforgettable. The Villa is an oasis of calm and we really want to thanks the owner...Anna for having been so helpful and nice with us..! We enjoyed the swimming pool very much! It’s the perfect way to relax a bit and enjoy an “aperitivo” after a full day of sightseeing in Spoleto, Trevi, Spello, Bevagna, Assisi and all the other fantastic towns of the valley.... We had a very happy and relaxing time staying in Barbacane house and I would highly recommend it .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

The perfect chill-out

Evenings spent by the fire with glass of wine in hand, watching the sun go down and moon rise over a small Umbrian hillside village, lazy Days spent around the beautiful swimming pool watching the kids playing or lounging on the comfy seats outside our rustic style apartment. That about summed up our one week stay at Eremo del Sole. Our usual holiday style is to go sightseeing every day – much to the annoyance of our two children who we have to drag away from a pool. But when we arrived we just thought, why move? The setting was so perfect. Our previous week was spent in Tuscany where we did quite a few sightseeing trips, so this was the ideal chill-out. Although you are only based about 15 mins from the town of Spoleto, you feel like you are a thousand miles away from town life. If you wish to visit Spoleto it’s a good size town with may beautiful buildings, cafes and restaurants. It feels genuine and not a tourist trap. Or if you wish, there are many other lovely villages around the area to visit. Anna the Italian owner is a fount of knowledge and couldn’t be more helpful. She tried to make our stay as enjoyable as possible, including laying on a pizza party at her daughter’s holiday home. Guests are invited to make their own pizza which is then baked alfresco in a proper pizza oven. Generally we never return to the same holiday location, but in this case I think we’ll be back. Thanks Anna Steve, Louise, Saoirse and Conall
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rebecca Barry

Unspoilt Italy!

We have just returned from a fabulous late September/early October trip to Italy. The Barbacane house is set in stunning hillside surroundings within easy reach of the very pretty town of Spoleto - this really is a beautiful spot where it is very easy to stay local and explore the immediate town, hamlets & hillside; the interesting sights of Umbria/Tuscany; or just simply sit by the pool and enjoy the breathtaking views! Out of 8 days in total in the Tuscany/Umbria area we had 6 days of sunshine (24-26 degrees c) and a couple of spectacular thunderstorms!! Anna (and Federica) were both very friendly, accommodating and knowledgable of the local area and will assist you with endless activities if you wish! All in all- a great time and somewhere it is very difficult not to relax!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place!

Thank you for letting my husband and I stay at Barbecane House. The location is beautiful and serene. The pool is glorious and a day spent by its side is pure heaven. Barbecane House is lovely and rustic with a great porch and all the amenities you need. The kitchen is great to have while traveling and very welcome. Anna does everything you could possible want to ensure a great stay and we had a thoroughly lovely time. Thank you Anna!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Slice of Heaven

The property is hidden in the hills about a 5-10 minute drive outside Speloto. If your idea of a holiday is solitude, while still being near to restaurants, etc, well this is for you. The property is beautiful, the pool is fantastic and the view is great. Federica is very nice and will look after any request you make. All in all I had a wonderful week in Il Barbacane.