Inside Umbria with Vero
The Ultimate Italian Countryside Getaway for Family and Friends
When it comes to planning a multi-generational family vacation, finding a destination that balances relaxation, adventure, and space for everyone can be challenging. Enter Poggio Belvedere, nestled in the heart of the Umbrian countryside, an ideal retreat for families or friends looking to spend a week immersed in the beauty of Italy. Our luxurious countryside estate offers the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and authentic Italian experiences that will appeal to every age group.
Our Umbrian Villa Featured on Plum Guide
We’re excited to announce that our luxurious Umbrian countryside villa has been officially accepted by Plum Guide, one of the most prestigious platforms for luxury vacation rentals. Alongside this honor, Plum Guide has just been awarded the Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award 2024 for the second time in the category of Best Villa Companies. We’re thrilled to be part of their exclusive collection, and now we invite you to experience our estate in a way that truly elevates your stay: by booking the entire property.
Escape the Ordinary: Experience Christmas in Umbria This Year
This Christmas, why not shake things up a little? Imagine stepping away from the usual chaos, crowded malls, and predictable routines to spend the holidays immersed in a place where time slows down, authenticity rules, and you can reconnect with loved ones in a truly special setting. Instead of the stress of organizing, cooking, and cleaning up at home, let Umbria, Italy’s best-kept secret, host your holiday season. Here's why a family or group of friends should skip the usual and experience Christmas in Umbria this year...
How We Craft Your Perfect Umbrian Escape
Our luxurious estate, nestled in the heart of Umbria, offers a serene escape where timeless beauty meets modern comfort. With panoramic views of ancient olive groves and vineyards, you’ll feel instantly transported to a slower, more authentic pace of life. Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a romantic escape, our property invites you to experience Umbria as it’s meant to be—immersed in natural beauty, local flavors, and genuine Italian hospitality.
Unveiling Umbria: A Luxurious E-Bike and Wine Journey You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you've ever been to Umbria, you know the region’s rolling hills, winding roads, and stunning vistas are nothing short of magical. But there’s a way to experience it that you might not have thought of—a way that combines exploration, adventure, and a bit of luxury: an e-bike tour with Greenways Italy.
Exploring Umbria: The Perfect Italian Getaway
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a food and wine lover, or a nature seeker, Umbria has something for everyone. In this blog post, we'll guide you on how long you should stay in Umbria, the best times to visit, the must-see attractions, and why Poggio Belvedere should be your accommodation of choice.
Embracing Vero: Authentic Slow Travel in Umbria, Italy
In today's fast-paced world, where fleeting moments dominate, there's a quiet allure in slowing down and savoring life's genuine treasures. Imagine this: the true richness of life isn't found in possessions but in authentic experiences. This article explores how embracing Vero—real, authentic, and true—through slow travel in the picturesque landscapes of Umbria, Italy, can enrich our lives beyond measure, where time itself becomes the greatest luxury.
The Art of Slow Living in Umbria, Italy
In Umbria, life moves with the rhythm of the seasons and the rolling hills that stretch across the horizon. The region of Umbria, rich in history and tradition, offers a unique approach to life where every day is an opportunity to embrace simplicity and authenticity.
Discover the Heart of Italy: A Journey Through Umbria
Nestled in the heart of Italy, Umbria is a region that captivates visitors with its rich history, charming towns, and breathtaking landscapes. From the iconic spiritual hub of Assisi to the medieval allure of Perugia, each town in Umbria tells a unique story.
Slow Travel and Why it’s so Important
We see it time, and time again. Our wonderful guests plan a jam packed trip with tours booked, dinner reservations made, and hotel hopping every 2-3 days only to realise, once they arrive at our Estate, that they’re tired and perhaps are doing too much. Upon checking in they discover that in actual fact, they’d really like to slow down and finally savour the Italian moment.
Your Ultimate Guide to Umbria
If you’re on the hunt for a real taste of Authentic Italy, then you’re in the right place. Our Ultimate Guide to Umbria will take you from romantic medieval hilltop towns, like Assisi, Perugia, and Orvieto, to towns that host breathtaking traditional festivals, food and wine (some of the Best Places to Visit in Umbria).
Umbria Under 40 | Italy Segreta
This is the crossroads where tradition meets the future. The untapped potential of Umbria and its tourism sector was apparent to me and my husband from the beginning of our relocation. What we didn’t realise at the time was there was so much already afoot. Honest production from genuine farmers is alive and well in Umbria and traditions have not been lost, rather they are being reborn. Umbria’s time to shine has finally arrived and it’s something to behold.
Umbria’s Wine Scene: Azienda Agricola Carini
The rich history of Carini began in the mid 1800’s: Peppino farmed livestock and, in those days, the family produced wine and olive oil simply for their own means. It wasn't until the 1970’s that Armando and Bruna Carini began to market their products locally. After the passing of both Armando and Bruna, their sons, Carlo and Marco, set out to transform the established lands into vineyards, olive groves, and wild areas to raise ‘cinta senese’ pigs and sheep for milking. Although the two sons did not continue their father’s love for certain agricultural practices, they did see an opportunity to grow the business and bring even more recognition to their family and the region they proudly call home.
Italy’s biggest grape-naming blunder: Gamay del Trasimeno | ITALY Magazine
Along the Tuscan border sits Lake Trasimeno, situated in a north-west pocket of Umbria and just a stone’s throw away from some of the most prominent Sangiovese producers in the world. Even the most seasoned traveler may zip past this lakeshore on the way to discovering the better-known wine regions of Umbria like Montefalco (home to the Sagrantino grape) and Orvieto (known for their historic white blends).
7 wineries to visit in Umbria | ArtTrav
Umbria isn’t the first wine region that comes to mind for most, yet this region offers a plethora of off-the-beaten-track producers making exceptional wines in an array of styles. Umbria expert and wine-tour leader Kaila Terraneo of Vero shares her insider tips.
Poggio Belvedere | by Vero 17th-Century Countryside Estate
Food for the soul set amongst the rolling hills of Umbria. Poggio Belvedere | by Vero is the perfect place to base yourself in order to discover what makes this region so special. Spend tranquil days exploring countless medieval villages, breathtaking landscapes, and the enchanting natural wonders of the ‘Green Heart of Italy’.
The ‘duo’ behind the Vero brand
One half American/Canadian and the other Italian/Australian. Together, we make Vero, where authentic connections and genuine Italian experiences drive us daily. Our mission is to bring you honest Italian moments through food, wine, luxury rentals, and more. We are committed to joining you with regional Italian excellencies that may just change your life. Curious about how we ended up in Umbria? Hint: an iconic city harbour starts the story off, but the journey sure wasn’t linear. Learn what pivotal moment changed our lives and led us to you.
Foraging ‘Asparagi Selvatici’ (Wild Asparagus)
It was early March 2021 and I’d just had one of those moments…You know the kind? Where you look back and think: ‘I’m going to cherish this memory forever’. It started as my normal morning walk up to the castle of Monte Vibiano Vecchio, but early into it I bumped into Giorgio.
Season’s Greetings from Umbria
These days you can find Ludo and I amidst the rolling hills of Italy: tasting our way through the region and befriending the local farmers. At the end of September we packed up our life in Sydney and headed for greener pastures. Life was pretty great in the Southern Hemisphere, but we felt called to the region of Umbria in a way we couldn’t ignore. As hearty indulgers in life around the dinner table, we knew it was our duty to promote the region we now call home.
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