Tag: Umbrian Villa
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September in Umbria
We rented a villa in Umbria and spent a wonderful holiday visiting the neighbouring towns.
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‘Al fresco Umbria’
Umbria, Italy After lounging by the pool the last few hours, I’ve just jumped out of the shower and now sipping on a glass of cold white wine that my hubby brought me to the bathroom. I’m wrapped in a soft blue towel and admiring the view from our window as the bees hover over…
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Seafood Under the Pergola
Is there anything better than dining under the Umbrian sun? The thick pergola umbrella casts a calm Italian ambiance perfect for those slow dinners with the family that last for hours. We dressed the table with a white table-cloth, placed candles, olive branches and lavender here and there creating that relaxing rustic chic look. We…
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Pastel Boho dress
As tempting as it is to switch my all white wardrobe to all black … pastels and faded hues, I’m still not over you. These upcoming days will be all about balloon sleeves, stitched detailing, braided hair and slip on loafers.. Italy I’m ready for you. Save
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Monokinis & Mornings in Umbria
Looking back at these pictures bring back June memories of our holiday, when the season of cherries was upon us. I still feel the moment of this morning, it was early and calm and I was enjoying the soft awakening of the nature in the countryside. My nephew was being fed in the kitchen and…
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Heat Wave
Campello sul Clitunno, Italy Next to our villa exists a tiny medieval village (close to spoleto) of campello sul clitunno that is nestled in the high hills of olive groves as far as the eyes can reach. The view is quite spectacular from here, the castello stands out on the peak and is surrounded by…
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Lavender lunches al fresco
lavender lunches With my hair tied in a messy low bun, the warm summer breeze blows my sun bleached hair across my face as I pick a bouquet to decorate our table for lunch time. A raw mix of olive branches, rosemary and lavender that grow right beneath your feet is a rarity that…
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Dreamy Umbrian Mornings
‘Slow mornings in Italy are good for the soul’ is what I always feel after starting my days in such tranquil places. Waking up under the Umbrian sun in this beautiful villa is what dreams are made of as I open the creaking door to the damp mountain air. Perched up on hillside, the olive…