Nestling high up in the hills between Assisi and Spoleto, next to an abandoned church and convent, La Maliarda stands at 550 metres overlooking the beautiful Vale of Spoleto.

Sitting in its own olive grove, the house looks down on the breathtaking Umbrian landscape of small farms, tobacco fields, sunflowers, palaces, churches and monasteries, with the vineyards and hilltop town of Montefalco, "the balcony of Umbria", clearly visible from the garden.

Behind the house the forests of pines, cypresses and oaks stretch to the grassy mountain tops, providing excellent walking for the intrepid. The area is famous for its truffles and exceptionally fine olive oil.

The house is completely on its own, and offers comfort and solitude for those seeking a relaxing holiday near, but not overwhelmed by, sites of archaeological, art historical, musical, and gastronomic delight.

The sounds of convent and church bells further down the hill punctuate the hours, whilst below the busy Via Flaminia still leads to Rome.