Casa Rosmarino (self catering villa and apartment), Umbria

One of the most charming and welcoming villas on Where to Stay in Umbria, Casa Rosmarino, has just a few weeks left to fill for this summer!

The main villa comfortably accommodates 6 guests and there is a self contained apartment for 2 (available for rent seperately or with the main villa). The villa has a stunning swimming pool with lovely views and there are plenty of shady areas for those who like to stay out of the sun!

Elegantly furnished, one of the most stunning rooms is the dining area. Once a barn, this room has now been converted into a beautiful space for dining, with ancient beams and terracotta tiles and is "open" on the sides, allowing a lovely gentle breeze to flow through and the magical sounds of the garden at night - perfect for candlelit dinners during the balmy summer months.

The apartment is available from:

4th April until 9th May
6th to 13th June
29th August to 12th September

And the main villa from:

18th April to 9th May
29th August to 12th September

Please email Anna at wheretostayinumbria@hotmail.it for more information or to make a reservation.

Infiorata at Spello, Umbria, 13 June 2009

Spello is one of Umbria's most magical and historical hilltop towns. Roman walls and a watch tower can still be seen today and the beautiful medieval centre is fabulously preserved.

Every year the tiny town is host to the annual Infiorata (The Flowering). Artists draw pictures on the narrow cobbled streets which are then filled in with brightly coloured flower petals creating amazing images. A prize is awarded to the best design!

To see the designs at their best it is good to get there early on the Sunday morning (14th June) before the local procession to the church.

Spello is an easy drive away from many of the properties at Where to Stay in Umbria and is well worth visiting, especially for such a memorable occassion.

Email Anna now at wheretostayinumbria@hotmail.it to find out if your preferred property is still available for the week starting 13th June!