Welcome to Villa di Gioia Family-Friendly Villa in Umbria | Sleeps 8 - 9 | 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. Exclusive use of two floors of Villa do Gioia. The perfect base to explore Umbria and Tuscany. With room for up to 9 guests, it's perfect for families and friends to share good food, laughter, and unhurried days in the Italian countryside. 🌄 Wake Up to Views That Steal the Show Step out onto the terrace 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 🌿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

We’re so glad you’re here. Hosting at Villa Gioiella is a real joy for me. This place holds a special kind of magic — from the morning light over the Tuscan hills to the scent of wild herbs in the garden, it’s somewhere to truly slow down and reconnect. As a travel writer and photographer with a deep love for this region, I’m always happy to share insider tips or help you plan a day that goes beyond the guidebooks. We also produce small-batch olive oil from our grove, and if you’re visiting in autumn, you might even catch a glimpse of the harvest in action — a truly special time to be here. Whether you're here for long lunches, local adventures or just the peace and quiet of the countryside, we hope you’ll feel the same connection to this land that we do. If there’s anything you need, just let us know. Warm wishes, Debbie

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