Curated restoration projects in Umbria
A handpicked selection of properties with exceptional potential, each chosen for its character, location and architectural heritage. These are among the most exquisite opportunities currently available in Umbria. Many carry a story woven into Italy’s history and the traditions of its pre-Unification states.
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Important notes on estimates: the restoration costs and achievable number of bedrooms indicated for each project are carefully considered indicative figures, based on a structured evaluation process. Alternative approaches (including a reduced build-out of the available volume) may result in different outcomes; our criteria and methodology are explained in a dedicated article in our Insights section. The figures shown include the purchase price of the properties.
Maria Vittoria
Project overview: Maria Vittoria consists of two substantial stone buildings of comparable size, alongside a smaller independent volume, set within approximately 4,200 sqm of private land. The existing structures allow for the creation of a generous main residence paired with a second large guest house, or a more distributed layout of suites and shared living spaces. Internal volumes offer flexibility for reconfiguration, including double-height areas and clear separation between living and sleeping zones. The surrounding land naturally supports layered terracing, creating outdoor spaces that extend the architecture into the setting.
Sense of place: Perched above the valley of Pian di Niese, Maria Vittoria enjoys wide, open views across the Umbrian countryside. Once a much-loved retreat, the property carries traces of life and gathering, now awaiting a thoughtful new chapter. Carefully selected by Green Heart Restorations for its balance of scale and potential, it offers a rare opportunity just 20 minutes from Perugia and 35 minutes from its international airport.
Il Confine
Project overview: Il Confine is formed by two large stone bodies with distinct footprint, accompanied by a small detached annex, set within approximately 7,000 sqm of gently undulating open land. The existing volumes support a variety of residential arrangements, ranging from a single expansive residence to multiple independent living units across the two main bodies. The separation between buildings allows for privacy and functional clarity, while generous internal proportions offer flexibility for reconfiguration. The surrounding ground remains largely open and level, naturally emphasising wide views and a strong relationship with the horizon.
Sense of place: Before the unification of Italy, this location lay along the border between different states, where territories, cultures and ways of life intersected. The buildings originated as a watchtower overseeing the route between what is now Tuscany and Umbria, later reduced and adapted into a dwelling. Its elevated position still reflects that role, with open views across rolling hills, olive groves, set within a serene and distinctly timeless landscape.
Le Stagioni
Project overview: Le Stagioni comprises a group of rural stone buildings set within a natural clearing, offering approximately 650 sqm of internal space to be restored, alongside the potential to reconstruct a further 120 sqm where a former structure has been entirely lost. The existing volumes support multiple residential configurations, ranging from a single large apartment with additional guest units to several independent apartments of varying size. The separation between buildings allows flexibility in layout and use, while the overall scale lends itself equally to private or mixed residential concepts.
Sense of place: Set in a panoramic, sun-filled hillside position, Le Stagioni is surrounded by woodland that shifts character throughout the year. In spring and summer, the clearing feels vivid and enclosed, while autumn and winter bring warmer tones and a quieter atmosphere. The setting offers a strong sense of privacy without isolation, maintaining a close connection to the nearest town while feeling gently removed from it.
Abbazia di Castello
Project overview: Abbazia di Castello is a large former monastic complex of approximately 1,140 sqm, set within around 35,000 sqm of sloping land in a commanding hilltop position. The scale of the existing buildings supports a wide range of architectural outcomes, from a single landmark residence to multiple independent units or hospitality-oriented configurations. The elevated position and terrain invite a rethinking of access and infrastructure, allowing the site to be approached as a fully autonomous project shaped around a complete design vision.
Sense of place: Set above a remarkably preserved Umbrian valley, this former monastic complex has long held a position of quiet significance. Referenced in papal-state maps and medieval records, the site reflects a history shaped by faith, rural life and settlement. Its internal courtyard, stone staircases and layered spaces still follow the logic of their original use, organised around simple and enduring forms. Today, the setting remains defined by open views and imposing calm.
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Life in Umbria awaits
Picture mornings in sunlit gardens, evenings in centuries-old courtyards, and a life in harmony with the rhythms of Italian living. In Umbria, you can still feel the four seasons: cosy snowy winters, warm sunny summers, and the gentle colours of Spring and Autumn in between.
