About us
We live in one of Italy’s most beautiful valleys, only 20 minutes north of Perugia. We chose
this area on account of its unique natural beauty, stunning views and proximity to Umbria’s
wonderful hill towns. Our love of Italian food, wine and the way of life prompted our move
to Italy more than 20 years ago and we are keen to share our passion for all things Italia.
Chrissie is from Cambridge, England and prior to moving to Italy, worked as a chartered accountant in Europe, Asia and Australia. She is a keen walker and water sports enthusiast and recently completed her sailing license in Italian and loves to relax on Lake Trasimeno.
David is from a farming background in rural Australia and worked in stockbroking, hospitality and the wine industry in Australia. He taught business and academic English in schools and companies and worked as a Cambridge University Language examiner upon arriving in Italy. David manages the Chiesa del Carmine Organic Estate along with Chrissie, which is located within in our valley and includes an award-winning winery / restaurant.
Elisabetta and Lucia were both born in nearby Citta di Castello, Italy and are now grown up and attending university in the UK.
Lina and Lisa are our special dogs who love having guests to stay, they particularly enjoy all the attention from the younger guests and love the opportunity to walk our valley.
We look forward to welcoming you to our home and sharing our special part of the world with you.
David, Chrissie, Elisabetta and Lucia.
Chrissie is from Cambridge, England and prior to moving to Italy, worked as a chartered accountant in Europe, Asia and Australia. She is a keen walker and water sports enthusiast and recently completed her sailing license in Italian and loves to relax on Lake Trasimeno.
David is from a farming background in rural Australia and worked in stockbroking, hospitality and the wine industry in Australia. He taught business and academic English in schools and companies and worked as a Cambridge University Language examiner upon arriving in Italy. David manages the Chiesa del Carmine Organic Estate along with Chrissie, which is located within in our valley and includes an award-winning winery / restaurant.
Elisabetta and Lucia were both born in nearby Citta di Castello, Italy and are now grown up and attending university in the UK.
Lina and Lisa are our special dogs who love having guests to stay, they particularly enjoy all the attention from the younger guests and love the opportunity to walk our valley.
We look forward to welcoming you to our home and sharing our special part of the world with you.
David, Chrissie, Elisabetta and Lucia.
Press area
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Men’s Health Magazine - 14-7-2023
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The Top 10 Most Charming Nature Retreats on Airbnb in the World - 1-7-2024
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Vivere Country - November 2023
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CasAntica - May 2022
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The Chosen Table - February 2022
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Gourmet Traveller WINE - August 2021
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The Good Life Italy - January 2021
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Hotspot.earth - July 2020
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MEDmangia - March 2020
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Metro.style - Spring 2020
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The Italian Wine Girl - Spring 2019
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Sunday Times - January 2018
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Travel life Magazine - Feb / March 2016
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Out and About with Kids - Summer 2016
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Coastal Home Article - July 2014
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Sophisticated Traveller Article - August 2014
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Australian Standard Article - August 2014
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Italianicious Magazine: Family Holiday - Jan/Feb 2012
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Italianicous Magazine: The Simple Life - May / June 2011
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Alistair Sawdays: Slow Italy
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Expat Tales: The Age, Australia - October 2007
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The Italian Job: Geelong Today
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West Australia - Feb / Jan 2007
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Giornale Dell'Umbria
