General Description
In the countryside, a few miles past Perugia and on the way to Assisi, is a 16th-century estate made up of three buildings. Originally, friars from the order of Santa Maria Nuova lived and farmed here. Later it came into the possession of the Bonucci family, who bore three daughters. As part of their dowry, each was given one building.

The current owner is an artist who conducts some courses on site. She bought and restored this property several years ago. On Saturdays and Sundays, the main villa is rented for weddings and parties. During the summer, receptions are held outside on the grounds. Guests staying in either apartment will surely hear any festivities when they occur.

Both units have air conditioning, screens and comfortable furnishings. Gervasia is a ground level cottage. Isadora is a first floor unit in another building; the owner's daughter lives on the ground floor of this building. If both Gervasia and Isadora are rented to the same party, all eight can dine in the large kitchen of Isadora. The shared outdoor area has a barbecue. A maid or a weekday cook for lunch or dinner are available if reserved at the time of booking.

Ponte Valleceppi, within a few minutes by car, has a supermarket, a restaurant and some shops. The center of Perugia or the hill town of Assisi in the opposite direction are both within 20 minutes or less. Deruta, the Umbrian capital of ceramic arts is 30 minutes away; Spello or Gubbio: 35; Cortona, Tuscany's highest hill town: 40; Todi: 45; Spoleto: 60; Siena or Orvieto: 90; Florence: 100.

With so many neat towns within easy reach of The Dowry, you may never get to hear an Italian wedding march on the lawn.

Technical Description
Ground floor: Living/dining room with sofabed, TV and CD player. Kitchen with stove top, oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. One bedroom with a queen size bed and en suite bathroom with shower and washing machine. One small bedroom with two single, joinable beds. One bathroom with shower.