With its stupendous views over the Tevere valley and the Umbrian hills, this former medieval Lieutenants tower still provides an idyllic and private retreat from the outside world. Its excellent accommodation provides the ideal answer for families or couples looking to get away. Torre Pacifica is located at the highest point and at the edge of the tiny picturesque hamlet of Acqualoreto, complete with church, small shop and bar. With stupendous all round views across some of Umbria's most beautiful countryside, the villa enjoys a unique combination-proximity to an idyllic, small hamlet yet maintaining a degree of aloofness and privacy, a legacy from its fascinating past.

Sensitively refurbished and built on three floors, we could not imagine a more romantic and indeed ideal place for a writer, painter - or just honyemooners! Extremely comfortable, a 'home from home', two living rooms ensure further privacy for two couples, whilst also enjoying companiable togetherness. Every comfort has been thought of - it is, after all, the owner's home (in the summer time she moves to a small cottage on the grounds, maintaining a discreet and unobtrusive presence, whilst often being on hand to meet her new guests).

Entertaining is fabulous: elegant dining with log fires in the autumn months and al fresco in the summer, with a patio off the living room complete with an Umbrian panorama as a backdrop. The beautiful terraced gardens, with lawns and old fashioned roses abounding, leads down to the pool area-enjoying the same stunning views. Within easy reach of Florence or Assisi, this wonderful house has to be savored and enjoyed.