NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR SEASON 2026 & 2027 — APRIL TO SEPTEMBER
Villa Casa La Dogana

Discover

The Villa

Step inside and you will feel it immediately — the cool embrace of thick stone walls, the soft light filtering through traditional wooden shutters. Casa La Dogana has been lovingly restored to offer modern comfort while preserving the character and soul of a centuries-old Umbrian farmhouse.

Every detail has been considered to make your stay effortless and exclusive. From luxury toiletries and plush swimming towels to a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed Wi-Fi — everything you need is already here. The restoration retains many original features, including the outside bread oven, blending authentic Umbrian heritage with refined comfort.

With six bedrooms, spacious living areas, a private pool and two acres of gardens, the villa is perfectly suited for families with children of all ages, multi-generational gatherings or groups of friends. There are endless places to eat together — indoors and out — and quiet corners to enjoy a moment of solitude. For those with an interest in architecture or history, records show buildings on this site in both Roman and Etruscan times.

"Of all the regions of Italy, Umbria is the most subtle, the most tranquil and the most mysterious. One has the feeling that the roots go down even deeper than usual, beyond the Etruscans, to an unknown people speaking a lost tongue, and that the mountain-tops have seen star-gazers of whose existence history has no record."— H. V. Morton

INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY

Villa Features

Swimming Pool & Sun Terraces

Private pool with panoramic countryside views

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Relax in our cedar hot tub under the stars

Private On-Site Parking

Secure parking within the villa grounds

Large Private Grounds

Two acres of gardens, orchards & woodland

Fire Pit

Evening gatherings around the outdoor fire pit

Green Egg BBQ

Premium outdoor cooking on our Big Green Egg

Kids Playground

Treehouse and climbing frame for the little ones

Bocce Court

Private bocce court for classic Italian garden games

High Speed Wi-Fi

Fast internet throughout the villa

The View Bench

Breathtaking panoramic views over the Umbrian hills

Bread Oven

Traditional wood-fired oven for bread & pizza

No Energy Bills

All utilities included in your stay

Washer & Dryer

Laundry facilities available for guests

Swimming pool with sun terraces

Swimming Pool

Our crystal clear eco-friendly swimming pool (12 × 6 m) uses a salt-based filter — no eye goggles needed! With broad, shallow, non-slip steps for easy entry by toddlers and seniors, the pool area is equipped with teak furniture, large parasols and a creeper-covered pergola. A refrigerator keeps your drinks cool. It is the perfect place for relaxing with friends and family.

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Our authentic cedar wood-fired hot tub is the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring Umbria. Nestled in the garden with views over the rolling hills, it offers a truly magical experience — especially under the starlit Italian sky.

Wood-fired hot tub
Fire pit evenings

Fire Pit Evenings

As the sun sets over the Umbrian hills, gather around our outdoor fire pit for unforgettable evenings. Share stories, roast marshmallows, and enjoy a glass of local wine under the stars. The perfect end to a perfect day.

Green Egg BBQ

Our Big Green Egg kamado grill is the ultimate outdoor cooking experience. Whether you're grilling a Bistecca alla Fiorentina, smoking ribs low and slow, or baking a perfect pizza — this versatile ceramic cooker does it all. Enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace with the flavours of a true Italian summer.

Big Green Egg BBQ
Kids play area with treehouse

Kids Play Area

Little adventurers will love our dedicated play area set among the trees. With a wooden treehouse for imaginative play and a sturdy climbing frame for active fun, children can explore and enjoy the outdoors safely while parents relax nearby with a glass of wine.

Bocce Court

Challenge your family and friends to a game of bocce on our private court, nestled alongside the villa with views over the Umbrian countryside. This classic Italian garden game is the perfect way to enjoy a leisurely afternoon — with a glass of wine in hand, of course. Bocce balls and a score rack are provided.

  1. Each team gets 4 balls (2 players per team, or 1 vs 1 with 4 balls each).
  2. Toss the small target ball (pallino) down the court to start.
  3. Teams take turns rolling their balls as close to the pallino as possible.
  4. The team furthest from the pallino always throws next.
  5. When all balls are thrown, the closest team to the pallino scores — one point per ball closer than the opponent's best.
  6. First team to reach 12 points wins!
Official World Bocce Rules →
Bocce court with Umbrian countryside views
Panoramic view from the bench

The View Bench

Perched at the edge of the garden, our panoramic view bench offers a breathtaking vista across the rolling Umbrian hills. Watch the medieval hilltop villages emerge from the morning mist, enjoy a glass of wine at sunset, or simply sit and take in the timeless landscape. Many guests say this is their favourite spot at the villa.

Bread Oven

Our traditional wood-fired bread oven is built into the old stone wall of the villa. Bake your own rustic Umbrian bread, crispy focaccia, or a perfect pizza using local ingredients from the nearby markets. The oven heats up beautifully and adds an authentic touch to your Italian cooking experience.

Traditional wood-fired bread oven

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Ground Floor

Sitting Room

Comfortable upholstered furniture with large fireplace, traditional tile floor and massive wooden ceiling beams.

Kitchen

Fully equipped. Marble surface tops, new dishwasher and 5-ring hob. Wonderful view up to MSM Tiberina.

Dining Area

Seats 11 comfortably, 12 at a squeeze. Antique Italian country style cabinet and plate rack.

Library

Up steps and through an archway from the Dining Area. Bookshelves with a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books on Italy as well as travel guidebooks, cookery, bird, insect, wildflower and art books.

Ground Floor Bedroom

Twin bedroom with direct access to the garden.

Bathroom

Large tiled shower, basin and toilet.

Utility Room

Clothes washer, second refrigerator, child seat and ironing equipment.

Interior sitting room
Villa side view

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First Floor

Sitting Room

Good size sitting room with fireplace, entered from outside staircase (also by internal stairs).

Outdoor Terraces

2 outside shady terraces for lunch, dining or morning coffee in the sun.

Master Bedroom Suite

Large bedroom with oversized double bed and ensuite bathroom with bathtub, large separate shower, basin and toilet. Wonderful views in two directions.

Yellow Bedroom

Double bed. Large bathroom with bathtub, separate shower, basin & toilet.

Alcove Bedroom

Twin beds. Bathroom (next door - for sole use) with bathtub, shower over the bath, basin and toilet.

Blue Bedroom

Twin beds. Spectacular view to M.S.M. Tiberina.

Cathedral Bedroom

High-ceilinged with single beds.

Bathroom

Shower, basin and toilet. Shared by Blue & Cathedral Bedrooms.

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Outside The Villa

Covered Veranda

Large dining table with 12 chairs. Comfortable rattan sofa and armchairs for relaxing in the shade. Unbelievably comfortable deck chairs.

Pergola

Shaded by an exuberant bignonia / campsis on first floor level. Mosaic-topped table and 8 chairs. Great views. Perfect for evening cocktails as the sun goes down.

Garden & Grounds

2 acres - merges seamlessly into the surrounding countryside. Well-maintained and full of scent and colour. Swing + climbing frame.

The Grounds

Property Map

An overview of the estate grounds showing the main house, guest house, swimming pool, and all outdoor amenities.

Property site map - Plattegrond
Casa La Dogana
Guest House
Swimming Pool
Hot Tub
BBQ
Treehouse
Playground
Fire Pit
Parking
Gate
View Bench
Bread Oven
Bocce Court

Legend

  • 1

    Casa La Dogana

    Main house — 6 bedrooms

  • 2

    Guest House

    Guest house

  • 3

    Swimming Pool

    Swimming pool (12 × 6 m)

  • 4

    Hot Tub

    Outdoor hot tub

  • 5

    BBQ

    Barbecue area

  • 6

    Treehouse

    Treehouse for children

  • 7

    Playground

    Swing & climbing frame

  • 8

    Fire Pit

    Fire pit

  • 9

    Parking

    Private parking

  • 10

    Gate

    Entrance gate

  • 11

    View Bench

    Scenic viewpoint bench

  • 12

    Bread Oven

    Traditional outside bread oven

  • 13

    Bocce Court

    Private bocce court for family games

Swimming pool