This aristocratic home is for those who appreciate very beautiful and private surroundings. Orieto Villa will appeal to a well-traveled clientele who prefer elegant and established homes with extensive gardens and efficient staff.

There is a rather unimposing metal gate at the entrance followed by a woodland drive. Walking through an impenetrable screen of shrubs, then down steps into the garden, it suddenly opens out into a vast amphitheatre of beautifully cut lawns bounded by trees and shrubs. Straight ahead is the charming pink house with grand rooms, including a beautiful master bedroom suite upstairs.

Inspect the pictures, antiques, art and a vast family history of this fascinating country home, then explore the gardens: a beautiful lawned garden and formal Italian garden of yew, roses and herbs, complete with metal gazebo. A lovely sheltered pool area, with changing rooms complete the scene.

This villa is an absolute paradise for adults and those with well-behaved children, who could enjoy a game of cricket or football on the enormous grass lawn. Highly recommended.