At the heart of Villa Barbara is a spacious living room with TV (TVSAT) and an original 16th-century marble fireplace adding character. There is a separate laundry room. A bright dining room is the perfect setting for convivial gatherings, while the fully equipped kitchen combines traditional charm with modern convenience.
There are five tastefully furnished bedrooms. Each is decorated in a classic style, with generous sized comfortable beds and thoughtful details. Each also has a private bathroom. The first of the bedrooms is on the ground floor. This can be arranged either with two single beds or with a large kingsize bed. It has an ensuite bathroom with shower. The remaining bedrooms are on the first floor of Villa Barbara. All the bathrooms for these rooms have a bath tub and shower. Two of these bedrooms have large double beds whilst the other two bedrooms can be arranged either with two single beds or one kingsize bed. Each room is furnished in a classic style with high quality materials. The use of warm colours, natural light and elegant details, have created a living experience that blends history, understated luxury and intimacy.
Overall, Villa Barbara delivers the experience of a historic countryside residence. It is elegant yet lived-in, refined yet welcoming, where every detail is crafted to create an authentic, timeless atmosphere - perfect for those seeking a luxurious and memorable escape.
Outside, there is a private swimming pool measuring 16 x 7 metres and with a depth of 1.3 to 1.9 metres. This is set within a beautifully maintained Mediterranean garden. The location offers total privacy.
Rates include a daily maid service (up to 4 hours per day) along with a change of linen and towels every 3 nights. This includes pool towels. Also included is a laundry and ironing service. On arrival, guests will be treated to a welcome aperitivo and can enjoy a glass or two of the award-winning sparkling wine produced on estate. We will also leave an additional 6 bottles of this wine for you to enjoy during your stay. And guests are welcome to also enjoy a complimentary winery tour at Decugnano dei Barbi too.
Villa Barbara is nestled within the prestigious Decugnano dei Barbi estate, one of the most prestigious vineyards in Umbria. It is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and rolling hills dotted with cypress trees. It is just a short drive from the historic hilltop town of Orvieto, renowned for its stunning cathedral, underground caves, and vibrant local culture. Guests can stroll through its medieval streets, enjoy traditional restaurants, and discover artisan shops.
For those looking to explore further, the breathtaking Lake Bolsena is within easy reach, offering lakeside dining, swimming, and relaxing day trips. Nearby, you'll also find some of central Italy's most enchanting villages, such as Civita di Bagnoregio, as well as Todi and Montefiascone.
The nearest shops and supermarket are 14 km away in Ciconia. Todi is 30 km away, Perugia 70 km, Montepulciano 78 km and Lake Trasimeno 80 km. Approximately 100 km from Villa Barbara, Cortona, in the neighbouring region of Tuscany, is also within easy reach.
The nearest airport is in Perugia but guests can also choose to fly into Rome, Pisa or Florence.

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