Our stay could not have been more wonderful! The house was spectacular along with the INCREDIBLE view. We arrived a little early for check in and met Martin who was so welcoming. He gave us the whole run down/lay of the land shortly after we arrived. The house has everything you could possibly need. Martin was so responsive whenever we reached out. The location of the property was ideal for us as we took day trips to Orvieto, Spoleto, Perugia, Assisi and Todi. Each trip was no more than 45 minutes-an hour. The pool was the perfect reprieve at the end of each day as most days we were experiencing record heat! I cannot say enough positive things about our stay. We had the most memorable vacation and this villa played a big part in that!!

Perfect for experiencing the Umbrian country side. WE WILL RETURN NEXT YEAR.

Perfect for experiencing the Umbrian country side. WE WILL RETURN NEXT YEAR.

The property is fantastic, nice, clean with rustic but great decoration! We spent over two weeks and we enjoy every single moment. We love the area and surroundings. Umbria is beautiful and we are so enthusiastic that will looking to purchase a similar property in a close town near Todi. Highly recommended.. Stefano and Ghislaine Tome

The property is fantastic, nice, clean with rustic but great decoration! We spent over two weeks and we enjoy every single moment. We love the area and surroundings. Umbria is beautiful and we are so enthusiastic that will looking to purchase a similar property in a close town near Todi. Highly recommended.. Stefano and Ghislaine Tome

The house, yard, pool and the view are magical. The pictures cannot describe the beauty that is there. There is silence and peace which you cannot pay. Everything is indescribably beautiful. Martin and Anna are fantastic hosts. We will definitely be back one day. Thank you for an unforgettable stay…

The house, yard, pool and the view are magical. The pictures cannot describe the beauty that is there. There is silence and peace which you cannot pay. Everything is indescribably beautiful. Martin and Anna are fantastic hosts. We will definitely be back one day. Thank you for an unforgettable stay…

Beautiful Villa in Umbria, with fully equipped kitchen, Pizza oven, lovely bedrooms and a nice pool site. If you need a time out, this is your place with plenty of space! We loved this villa and can hopefully come back one day;) Thanks a lot to Martin for being such a great host!

My family and I spent a week at Villa Dolce Vita with two other families of friends. We absolutely loved the location, the breathtaking view of the hills and not a soul in sight just a curious fox. The house is fully equipped with the latest technology, Bluetooth speakers in most rooms and at the pool, Alexa, sky pay tv, Wi-Fi throughout the property, BBQ. Exceptional quality kitchenware, appliances and bed linen. It was clean. I would probably not recommend it for more than 10 people as the additional beds are quite small and definitely uncomfortable for an adult. Martin was a kind and very helpful host. All in all a great holiday!

It may be even more beautiful than the pictures. Whatever comes to mind when you picture "villa in Umbria," this is it. Four gorgeous bedrooms, three with fabulous views and the fourth makes up for it with it's own sweet patio and huge bathroom. Large comfortable dining room and living room; well-equipt kitchen. Location close to the major towns of interest in Umbria.

We returned from a lovely stay in Dolce Vita this summer. The views from the property are amazing and photos don’t do it justice. The house is spacious, clean and well-equipped. The property is also spacious and beautifully landscaped. The bedrooms are large and bathrooms well stocked. We were able to eat breakfast outside before having to retreat inside from the warm Umbrian summer, though we spent afternoons in the pool. Our daughter enjoyed photographing the bumblebees in the lavender while we sipped Prosecco and enjoyed the view. The property is a long drive from the nearest town, up steep hills and across a creek bed so renters may want to consider their vehicle; an SUV might be a good idea. We recommend choosing a different village or two each day to visit and planning your activities around that. Most are about an hour away. Umbrian restaurants tend to offer simple, but delicious, fare and you’ll want reservations almost anywhere. We can also highly recommend asking Judith to come cook for you. She was a delight and the dinners she cooked for us were a highlight of our stay. Also, Tushari stocked the kitchen with our requested foods before we arrived. Keep this treat in mind so you don't have to run out for groceries!

We returned from a lovely stay in Dolce Vita this summer. The views from the property are amazing and photos don’t do it justice. The house is spacious, clean and well-equipped. The property is also spacious and beautifully landscaped. The bedrooms are large and bathrooms well stocked. We were able to eat breakfast outside before having to retreat inside from the warm Umbrian summer, though we spent afternoons in the pool. Our daughter enjoyed photographing the bumblebees in the lavender while we sipped Prosecco and enjoyed the view. The property is a long drive from the nearest town, up steep hills and across a creek bed so renters may want to consider their vehicle; an SUV might be a good idea. We recommend choosing a different village or two each day to visit and planning your activities around that. Most are about an hour away. Umbrian restaurants tend to offer simple, but delicious, fare and you’ll want reservations almost anywhere. We can also highly recommend asking Judith to come cook for you. She was a delight and the dinners she cooked for us were a highlight of our stay. Also, Tushari stocked the kitchen with our requested foods before we arrived. Keep this treat in mind so you don't have to run out for groceries!

Beautiful villa. We stayed here for our honeymoon with family and it had everything we needed a lovely welcome and stunning views. We did not want to leave.

I can’t say enough wonderful things about this gorgeous hillside villa - it was perfect in just about every way for our little tribe of 4 adults and 4 kiddos. The villa has been beautifully renovated - honestly, I don’t think the pictures do it justice. We called this little slice of paradise home for a week in July and - once we got used to driving up and down the steep driveway - we didn’t want to leave! We adventured to surrounding towns in the mornings, spent our afternoons lounging by the pool (which was the perfect antidote to the 100 degree July heat) and ate dinner outside on the covered porch every night. My favorite spot was the cabana that looks out over the valley, I tried to sneak out there every morning before the kids woke up to sit quietly with my coffee and soak in the view of the valley, which I like to imagine has changed very little over time. Olive groves, hay fields and rows upon rows of sunflowers accompanied by the gentle rumble of a tractor in the distance - it was beyond peaceful. Anna was an excellent, responsive host equipped with all the house information and local recommendations we needed for a truly unforgettable week in Umbria.

Our family of 5 very much enjoyed our time at this beautiful villa where there was plenty of room for everyone. Days spent exploring hilltop towns or lazing by the pool and evenings spent watching the sun go down over rolling Umbrian hills. Perfect!

We were blown away by this gorgeous villa, couldn’t have imagined how beautiful the property and surrounding views would be!! The villa was beautiful and comfortable, the pool was wonderful!! We loved the surrounding towns and wanted to stay longer! We had Toshari and her lovely daughter cooking breakfast and dinner for a few days...so lovely!! Don’t miss this amazing villa!!! We will be back soon.

We were there with a couple of friends, and we totally fell in love both with the house and the area. Beautiful view from the house and really good standards. Anna and Martin were very nice and friendly through the whole process. I can really recommend to rent this house!

Spectacular property with every amenity required. Anna is an extremely helpful and attentive owner. Will return.

We just stayed for 5 days at this beautiful villa. It was an absolute joy. The surrounding area is lovely, great views. The villa itself has everything you would need and very thoughtfully appointed. The host was gracious and helpful. I am a bit particular and had been looking for a 4 bedroom villa in the surrounding area for a while and nothing was up to my standard that I was finding. We almost stayed in a hotel but luckily I found this place and am so happy I did. We plan to return next year!

We were here with five adults and one teenager. Very comfortable and well stocked with all that you would need. We used the wonderful services of Tushari, a great cook and caretaker of the home, who prepared a delicious menu of traditional Italian dishes for a party we hosted for our niece who was getting married. Was very impressed. The pool was beautiful but when we vacationed was too cold for hanging out although we did take one quick dip. Beautiful home with lots of places to relax. Anna and Martin were very responsive to all of our needs.

We loved this place. The house, pool and grounds all exceeded our expectations. The house has been thoughtfully and beautifully updated and is very comfortable. The kitchen is spacious and exceptionally well equipped with the kind of appliances and utensils you would expect in a primary residence rather than a vacation rental. The pool is clean and well maintained and the view of the rolling hills of the Umbrian countryside looks like it comes from an idealized postcard. This place is wonderful.

We had a wonderful week at Dolce Vita in August 2016. The house was very comfortable, well equipped and nicely furnished. We very much enjoyed the pool and the fantastic garden. Everywhere in the garden you can find different places to sit and relax. The view on surrounding Umbria hills was incredible. Even though the house is situated in a very quiet and remote area, you are able to reach the main sights in Umbria such Assisi, Perugia and Orvieto f.e. in less than an hour driving. We were there with four teenagers who also had a very nice time. We recommend soft water rafting in Arrone combined with a tour to the Cascata delle Marmore waterfalls. Lots of nice places to eat in the area. We recommend Flavias restaurant "Hosteria Mattta", absolutely a special place!

I brought my family to Villa Dolce Vita for a week in August, and it was heaven! The house is beautifully restored, and exquisitely appointed. It was also immaculately clean, which I appreciated tremendously. The house is reached after a 10 minute drive on a dirt road that gets fairly steep at the end, but you are rewarded with a location that is spectacular. It is so peaceful and serene, the perfect antidote to crazy NYC which is where we were coming from. We very much enjoyed visiting Bevagna, Montefalco, Spello, Orvieto and Todi, going to vineyards and doing a cooking class at with Letizia Mattiacci at Madonna Del Piatto in the hills of Assisi. We loved being able to relax at the pool for a day or two, and one evening Tushari cooked a delicious dinner for us. And even though I didn't get to meet Anna in person, she was the most gracious host, and was unbelievably helpful and responsive. We were all so sad to leave, and we definitely look forward to returning, which we will without a doubt.

Dolce Vita was an amazing place to stay. The villa is even more stunning than the pictures suggest and it has the most incredible views. The owners were very helpful, answering my questions and suggesting options such as a meal cooked on arrival by the local lady (delicious, thanks Tushari!). The remoteness added to the appeal and romance but the directions to get there were spot on and we had no problems finding the place. The villa was well equipped and beautifully decorated. We took two small children (ages 5 and 3) and concluded it was probably better suited to slightly older children due to steps and the un-gated pool but it wasn't a problem for us and the boys had a marvellous time. The nearby town of Todi is one to visit, with a beautiful old town centre and grand cathedral. We would also recommend the waterfalls, Cascata delle Marmore, a bit further away but spectacular and dramatic (check the website first for times when the upstream dam is open). All in all a lovely holiday. Thanks so much!

We recently stayed at the lovely Dolce Vita villa which was a fantastic getaway from the busy city life. Remotely located with unspoilt views of the Umbria hills this villa has all the comforts one could wish for. The owners are very helpful and knowledgable, providing good addresses to eat out, shop and what to do locally. Highly recommended for a chilled out holiday with good food and beautiful scenery.

I can't say enough good things about La Dolce Vita. The house is on a stunning and totally private site overlooking a lovely agricultural valley. The owners did an amazing job updating a beautiful building, and the taste shown in the materials, design and furnishings is impeccable. Everywhere one looks there is beauty. The kitchen is fully equipped with the highest quality tools and was a delight to work in with wonderful local ingredients. The outdoor spaces have perfect feng shui, great for enjoying the magical setting and sunsets. The house was spotless, and though we didn't need any special services from the housekeeper, she and her husband made themselves very accessible. We enjoyed daytrips to Assisi, Perugia, Todi (where we loved shopping at the EMI), Spoleto, Bevagna (excellent lunch at Trattoria di Oskar) and Montefalco. I have stayed at many properties in Europe, the Caribbean and the US, and this is the best house of all.

La Dolce Vita has the most breath taken views in the Umbrian countryside. It is remote and really private which is exactly what we were looking for when searching to vacation in Umbria. The kitchen is updated and very American so it is no different than using our own kitchen at home. The indoor/outdoor feeling of the whole house was amazing. Everything was clean and the caretakers and owners are extremely kind and helpful. I would recommended this place to anyone. I am generally a high-end picky traveler when it comes to accommodations and this place did not disappoint.

If there is a bit of heaven on earth, it is definitely on top of a hill in Fratta Todina at Villa La Dolce Vita. My husband and I just returned to New York from spending a month there and had the time of our lives. The house is beautiful, roomy, appointed to perfection and has views from every window that you will never forget. Upon arriving at the house we were warmly greeted by the owners Martin and Anna who explained everything in the house in enough detail so it made using the house as easy as living in your own! Not only were they there to greet you, but were there by phone and/ or email to help us throughout our stay with reservations, hiring a chef or for anything we might need. The family that takes care of the house ,work hard to ensure that everything is kept perfectly....the lawns, the pool, the house, the bed linens, towels. Nothing is overlooked and is of the highest quality. We had family and friends visit during our time there and spent wonderful hours eating outside, sitting at the pool, listening to music and lolling on the beautiful grounds which are spacious enough that no one is on top of the other, lending to the peace and tranquility of the villa. We made day trips to many towns in Umbria...Assisi, Orvieto, Todi, Foligno, Perugia, Bevagna and of course to our local Marsciano where we thoroughly enjoyed the large Monday market. We cooked frequently and also enjoyed the amazing cooking of Tushari, who cares for the house, Fabiola , who actually taught us to make delicious pasta, and Jennifer. Each brought their talent to our table and presented beautiful, scrumptious meals. There is a local winery down the hill with great wine at prices you would not believe. I cannot imagine a more beautiful home in which to spend a month. The house is incredible and has everything you will need and more and the view is breathtaking. As I wake up in my city apartment now, I envision the spectacular countryside of Umbria and am immediately at peace. Thank you Anna and Martin for sharing your home with us.

As an Umbrian virgin I had no idea what a beautiful, tranquil place Dolce Vita would be. The hills echoed with the sound of silence, like A personal valley Martin the owner had arranged for us. The views reach to the heavens and beyond surrounded by fields full of vines, olives and tomatoes. The location 3/4 up the hill means you are undisturbed, no cars, traffic or tractors. It was the epitome of calm and the perfect anti dote to our busy lives. The Villa itself is immaculate, beautifully decorated and well prepared for all your needs. The bedrooms all on one floor are tasteful and welcoming, while the beds and crisp quality linen provided perfect respite to long days in the sun sitting by the lower garden decked pool. Down stairs the Cozy living room is stocked with full media needs and the WIFI works great. Next door the open plan dinning room for fills the romance of long Italian suppers, drinking wine and taking in the evening air. As the cook of the trip( with great helpers!) I couldn't of asked for more and any problems we did have were immediately addressed by the owner. Quality, spacious and well stocked, I wanted for nothing and we resolved ourselves to only cook with local produce that is comparative to anything I ever experienced after 30 years in the restaurant business. We travelled with 2 other couples and fell into our own peaceful coma happy to embrace everything the local community had to offer. Supermarkets are amazing and I had to get dragged out before I blew the budget that goes along way in this incredible affordable part of the country. The biggest local town is Todi....Incredible medieval fortress, now a stunning destination, full off restaurants, shops, bars and home to the most incredible gelato that the kids went mad for. Wild boar, truffles...with everything, local free range sausages, game,Pasta like I've never eaten before and off the chart super cheap wine...... we became intoxicated simply by being there. We're already planning next years trip back to Dolce Vita, It is a travellers dream, a paradise and has taken my heart. Mark Souter. Cornwall.

My husband and I, along with two couples with whom we often travel, loved Villa Dolce Vita. The rooms were very comfortably appointed, the bedrooms and baths spacious, the beds very comfortable, and the sheets....delicious! Down comforters made getting into bed a joyous occasion. The kitchen had every utensil and dish a chef could want, including top quality pans and knives, wonderful cutting boards for all the cheeses and salamis we toted home. Outside....the views were luscious, and the yard and lower pool area offered comfortable nooks and chaises to read, sketch, chat, or day dream. Pots of lovingly tended roses accented the rosemary hedges, and more pots of geraniums and herbs skirted the end of the house. We spent most of our mornings sitting on the terrace just outside the kitchen, enjoying coffee (there is a Nespresso machine!!) and breakfast while we debated the coming day's activities. We did have one al fresco lunch under the side arbor, and would have eaten there more often had there been more chairs (we used the ones for that table at our little breakfast spot in front, and they are too heavy to tote back and forth.) Happily, we had two cars, because--as we were warned--Villa Dolce Vita is a bit remote. Todi, Deruta, Orvieto, Spello, Spolito and Perugia are all within easy reach, but Florence was an overnight trip at minimum. Our only minor negative was the condition of the steep road up to the villa...VERY rough and in need of some serious grading. Suggestions for our charming hosts: we would have so enjoyed having a notebook there that explained the history of your villa, perhaps with before-and-after renovation photos, as well as a stash of those free town maps each village hands out. Perhaps, too, a list of local market days? All in all, this is a wonderful property--we would not hesitate to recommend it.

Our family spent a fabulous week at this villa in August. The location and the views from the house are amazing. Anna and Martin are the perfect hosts -- considerate, accessible and responsive. The house is fully equipped with everything you would need and then some. We spent a fantastic day touring a local farm and visiting flour mill and bakery organized through Life Italian Style which we would highly recommend. Our 18, 16 and 12 year old kids all asked to come back. We look forward to returning in the years to come!

My husband and I, along with another couple stayed in this villa for a week. Everything was perfect, from the very comfortable beds in quite spacious bedrooms to the well equipped kitchen. The villa has beautiful views of the countryside, a large swimming pool and comfortable lounge furniture to enjoy it all. Based on my experience with European accommodations, this villa provided us with the most roomy and comfortable option for our holiday. The bathrooms are huge! Also, Martin and Anna, the villa owners were incredibly helpful with all our needs, from extra coffee to wonderful recommendations for restaurants. Incidentally, the villa is ideally located for visiting a number of Umbrian towns, being less than an hour from Orvieto, Perugia, Deruta, Spoleto and more.