Resting atop a flat expanse of volcanic rock rising nearly 1000 feet above sea level, Orvieto seems to float above the soft landscape of Umbria. Life in one of Italy's most beautiful and best loved cities is truly wonderful. Being in the center of Orvieto, you are cradled by architecture, art and history. Within this tastefully restored ancient townhouse, a vaulted brick entryway greets you, beamed ceilings shelter you and an old Etruscan arch, made of golden colored tufa just blows you away.

The décor is comfortable and welcoming. Guests who return year after year tell us this is truly their home away from home. The friendly, English speaking owner's pride and joy is the small furnished terrace adorned with flowering plants located off of the well equipped kitchen. Inside, windows and doors are screened, and both bedrooms are air conditioned with unlimited use included in the price. Technically, we list this home as having two bathrooms. The shower belonging to the second bathroom is in the laundry room on the floor below. Two baskets of firewood are included in the price. Maid service and meals may be arranged when booking. Smoking and children under the age of 12 are not allowed.

Living in a medieval center calls for lots of walking, mostly on cobblestone lanes. Anima Nobile is found along a pedestrian lane, and luggage may be dropped off within 40 feet of the entrance. A complimentary garage space in the town's secured lot, 200 yards away, is available. For those without a car, a bus stop within 200 yards leads to Piazza Cahen, where the funicular whisks you down to the train station with service to Florence or Rome.

For your morning cappuccino, walk 200 yards to Piazza Repubblica which marks the beginning of Corso Cavour, the town's main street for shopping and numerous restaurants. Walks along Orvieto's romantic lanes reveal many hidden gardens and tucked away terraces. Within 300 yards or less are the Duomo, the Archaeological Museum and the Underground Caves, a labyrinth of over 1200 ancient, manmade caves. For one of the best views of Umbria, climb atop the Torre del Moro.

Technical Description
Ground floor: Entry foyer with dining table. Living room with fireplace and CD player. Eat-in kitchen with stove top, oven, microwave, fridge and doors to the furnished terrace. One bathroom with tub and hand shower. Laundry room with shower box and washing machine.

First floor: One bedroom with a queen size bed and en suite half bath. One bedroom with two single, joinable beds and French balcony.