
Colle Alto's ancient stone facade is bathed in warm uplighting at dusk, its medieval bell tower rising against a deepening sky whilst the infinity pool catches the last light of the evening.

An aerial view reveals the full extent of Colle Alto's medieval stone compound in Umbertide, Umbria, its terracotta rooftops and central infinity pool set against a sweeping landscape of forested valleys.

Colle Alto's infinity pool extends to the horizon above a manicured lawn, its still water mirroring a vivid blue sky whilst forested hills and rolling mountains stretch across the Umbrian landscape below.
Colle Alto is a 10-bedroom historic villa on the Umbria-Tuscany border near Umbertide, sleeping up to 20 guests across a restored main house and a self-contained annexe, with a 14-metre infinity pool and a former chapel available for private celebrations. The property dates back centuries and has been carefully restored to preserve its original vaulted ceilings, exposed timber beams and old stone fireplaces, while the interior has been updated with contemporary furnishings that sit comfortably alongside the historic fabric of the building. Six bedrooms occupy the main house, all en suite, with the master suite and one further room sharing access to a terrace overlooking the surrounding hills. The annexe adds four further en suite bedrooms, a second kitchen and a sitting room, giving large groups genuine flexibility and privacy. Breakfast delivery and daily housekeeping are included, and a full concierge service can arrange everything from truffle hunting and cooking classes to wine and olive oil tastings at the estate restaurant and boat tours on Lake Trasimeno. The Antognolla Golf Course, an 18-hole championship layout designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr and set beside an 11th-century castle, is just a few minutes by car. Perugia is 15km away, Assisi 35km. Colle Alto is listed on CV Villas and suits large families or groups gathering for a special occasion, with the chapel making it particularly well suited to weddings and milestone celebrations.
See the full property →Best time to visit
Late spring and early autumn are the most rewarding periods, with warm temperatures, green countryside and significantly fewer visitors than summer. July and August bring peak heat and higher demand. June and September sit in a sweet spot: reliable warmth without the crowds or the fire-risk barbecue restrictions that apply in the driest summer weeks. Winter is mild by northern European standards but the Umbrian landscape is quieter and some local businesses reduce hours.
01The Architecture
Colle Alto is a historic Italian country house, carefully restored to retain the original architectural character that makes properties of this age distinctive. Exposed wooden beamed ceilings run throughout the main house, and old stone fireplaces anchor the principal living spaces. The restoration has preserved the vaulted stonework rather than concealing it, giving the interior a structural honesty that sits…
02The Interior
The interior balances the historic bones of the building with more contemporary furnishings, avoiding the over-restoration that can drain character from properties of this age. The main house offers multiple living spaces across its floors, including a well-equipped open kitchen, an indoor dining room and a sitting room, giving a group of 20 genuine room to spread out without everyone…
03The Outdoor
The outdoor centrepiece is a 14-metre by 4-metre infinity pool, set at a uniform depth of 1.5 metres with built-in steps, positioned in the open garden between the two buildings so it catches full sun through the day. Pool towels are provided and pool heating is available at an additional cost, though the listing notes that early or late-season heating…
04The Location
Colle Alto sits on the border of Umbria and Tuscany, close to Umbertide in the upper Tiber valley, a stretch of central Italy that remains notably quieter than the more heavily visited Chianti and Val d'Orcia corridors to the north and west. The nearest shop and the Il Caldaro bar and restaurant are 1km away, giving the property genuine seclusion…
05Ideal For
Colle Alto is built for large groups of 14 to 20 guests gathering for a shared purpose: a family reunion, a landmark birthday, a wedding or a multi-family summer holiday. The chapel and concierge-organised estate activities make it particularly well suited to groups planning a structured programme. The annexe layout suits two families travelling together who want shared facilities alongside…
Amenities
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activities
Antognolla Golf Course
An 18-hole championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr, set beside an 11th-century castle a few minutes from the villa. The concierge can arrange tee times with a 20% discount and 5% off at the pro shop.
5 minutes by car
activities
Lake Trasimeno boat tours
Italy's fourth-largest lake is 20km from the villa and the concierge can organise private boat tours and watersports directly through the estate. The islands of Maggiore and Polvese are worth the crossing.
25 minutes by car
experience
Truffle hunting on the estate
The estate concierge arranges truffle hunting tours, typically with a local hunter and trained dog, in the woodland surrounding the property. Black summer truffles are available from late June and the rarer black winter truffle from December.
Starting from
£24,617 / week
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Location
Our Rating
7.8 / 10Key Amenities
- Private Pool
- Private Chef
- Concierge
- BBQ
- Terrace
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