Podere Vallescura Off The Grid

Strada Casa Frontile Tegolaro 2 - La strada che va da Rancolfo a Castiglione Aldobrando - 06134 Perugia - Perugia - Italy

A 100% organic farm, completely off the grid offering an independent apartment for real Digital Detox

Podere Vallescura spreads out for over 230 acres in the green hills of Umbria, in the center of Italy. Since no utilities reach our land, all the energy necessary to run the farm and the houses is self-produced and self-consumed, no telephone poles, no power wires, no aqueduct is present here. Electricity is produced by photovoltaic panels and wind generator, then stored in large batteries to be consumed. Hot water is produced by solar panels and if the sun is absent by wood heaters. Drinking water comes from a spring on within the property. All of this can give you a true Off-The-Grid experience without contamination of the modern world.
The apartment we have to offer is called TORRETTA
A romantic apartment recently restored according to the most modern “green-building" regulations, in a section of the main colonial house dating back to the 1600’s.

It is the ideal accommodation for 2 people. Independent access, comfortable bathroom, kitchenette, 2 wood stoves for romantic evenings.

A breathtaking view over the Tiber valley, far away from the modern “civilization”, and completely self-sustainable with regards to energy, water, heating.

Plenty of hot water for an indoor and outdoor shower coming from solar panels. The complete absence of TV or similar pollution.

Free WiFi, but very rudimental, it is sufficiently fast for reading e-mails, checking flights or future destinations, but not enough to stream multimedia contents like movies or similar. After all, you’ll come to Podere Vallescura to “unplug”, not to spend your days on the internet.

Last but not least, we've been lucky enough to be mentioned on the international news TheGuardian as one of the best places in Europe to spend an Off The Grid vacation. Search for Podere Vallescura on the web.

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    Ecosustainability

    • Supporting the local economy
    • Promoting "eco" activities
    • No single dose
    • Motion sensors lights
    • 100% renewable energy
    • Organic or Local Food
    • Car-free accessibility
    • Ecological cleaning products
    • More than 80% waste recycling
    • Energy saving lights
    • Green building
    • Solar thermal panels for hot water
    • Water flow reducers
    • Recovery & reuse of rainwater
    • Recycled paper
    • No disposable packaging
    • Towel change on request
    • Appliances in energy class A
    • Water-saving toilets
    • Environmental-friendly fornitures
    • Biodiversity of green areas
    • Guest Satisfaction
    • Digital Detox
    • Recycling or Second Hand Furniture

    Service

    • Kitchenette
    • Electric Vehicles Charging
    • Private bathroom
    • Internet
    • Breakfast included
    • Organic garden
    • Bicycles
    • Ecotourism itineraries
    • Wellness center
    • Accessibility
    • Small pets allowed
    • Garden
    • Barbecue
    • Parking
    • Artisanal products for sale
    • Own entrance
    • Covid-19 Safety measures

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    4 Reviews

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    Simona

    1 year ago

    Soggiornare al podere Vallescura, è un’esperienza speciale. La struttura è deliziosa, la casetta dove abbiamo pernottato è semplice , pulita , dotata di tutto quello che ti occorre, e arredata con gusto impeccabile.
    Ma l’esperienza più bella è stata quella di chiacchierare con Simone e Simona, i proprietari. Conoscere la loro storia di vita e di amore per quella terra è una bella carica di energia.
    Simona ci ha spiegato e ci ha mostrato come saponificare e distillare l’olio essenziale alla lavanda, che abbiamo raccolto una mattina. Esperienza che consiglio a tutti per passare qualche giorno in relax immersi nella natura, nel rispetto dell’ambiente.

    It has been noticed: Green building, 100% renewable energy, Energy saving lights, Solar thermal panels for hot water, Ecological cleaning products, More than 80% waste recycling, Recovery & reuse of rainwater, Water flow reducers.

    è sempre interessante incontrare persone che possono dare suggerimenti per migliorare cosa stiamo facendo. Simona si è immersa completamente in quello che il Podere Vallescura ha da offrire: cogliere lavanda per ottenere olio essenziale, usare l'olio d'oliva di due anni fa per produrre sapone naturale, ecc. Ospiti così sono l'ideale.

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    Moira

    2 years ago

    Un posto meraviglioso fatto di persone meravigliose: Simone e Simona sono molto gentili e ospitali e condividono con professionalità e grande ordine e pulizia il loro angolo di paradiso...ci torneremo assolutamente

    It has been noticed: Green building, 100% renewable energy, Energy saving lights, Solar thermal panels for hot water, More than 80% waste recycling, Water flow reducers.

    è sempre un piacere ospitare giovani famiglie come quella di Moira. Vedere i bambini che interagiscono con gli animali, i genitori che spronano i figli ad esplorare e conoscere quello che è la natura che ci circonda è una delle cose più belle della nostra attività di hosting. Speriamo di rivedere Moira + family molto presto.

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    Fokke

    2 years ago

    For those who like a quiet holiday, surrounded by nature, in its most Umbrianesque beauty. Simona and Simone, our hosts, were not only very helpful during our two week stay, but also very respectful of our privacy. So we could feel ourselves on our own, savouring the magnificent and unforgettable view over the Umbrian hills.

    It has been noticed: Green building, 100% renewable energy, Solar thermal panels for hot water, Ecological cleaning products, More than 80% waste recycling.

    Fokke and his beautiful family have been wonderful guests. They really caught the spirit of Podere Vallescura: enjoying the quiet location and its views while mixing it with visits to the adjacent cities (Perugia, Arezzo, Assisi, Spello, Gubbio etc.). In addition they were really active in helping us with farm chores; harvesting lavender to extract essential oil, picking eggs from the chicken coop, and differentiate trash to be properly recycled. We cannot recommend Fokke enough! Hopefully they will visit us again in the future.

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    Kelsey

    4 years ago

    Simone and Simona are the most wonderful people. I give them my highest rating because of their hospitality and the sheer beauty of the location tucked away in the tranquil Umbrian countryside. This was the most memorable part of our month-long stay in Italy. I enjoyed exploring the farm and learning more about their way of life off the grid. I highly recommend staying at Podere Vallescura and look forward to returning someday!

    It has been noticed: Organic or Local Food, Green building, 100% renewable energy, Energy saving lights, Solar thermal panels for hot water, Ecological cleaning products, More than 80% waste recycling, Recovery & reuse of rainwater, Water flow reducers.

    Kelsey and her family have been awesome guests. They were more than willing to help in the farm, acquire more knowledge about living off the grid, farm life and animal husbandry. Having them here has been a pleasure and we hope to host them again soon.

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