The exclusive La Rocca Buitoni, located in the hilltop village of Paciano on the Umbrian - Tuscan border, can sleep a total of 5 to 10 people in 5 bedrooms. The house dates back to the 15th century and features a defence tower, vaulted ceilings, its private chapel with 17th century frescos, and endless views across the Umbrian border into Tuscany. It is furnished with first class antiques, renaissance paintings and Persian carpets.
Going up two flights of stairs, one enters the bottom floor of the defence tower. It is today the living room. Details include large French windows with views over the countryside and the lake Trasimeno valley, and in-between them, a majestic fireplace regularly used in the winter months. A hand cast iron chandelier hangs from an amazing red brick vaulted ceiling. The 15th century stones in the walls are still visible, as are red brick arches and niches in the walls. The antique dining table seats 10 people, but extra chairs can be taken down from the kitchen to seat larger groups. Renaissance still life paintings hang on the wall, and are complemented by ceramics from Deruta. Other antiques, from furniture to decorative artefacts, and Persian carpets complement the architecture in creating an atmosphere hard to describe in words.
In conjunction to the living room is a private chapel covered with 17th century frescos. This chapel is still consecrated, 12 people can fit in it, and in more recent years, it has been used both for weddings and meditation.
The kitchen is also found on this floor. It is complete of all necessary equipment, including a gas stove, oven, microwave and the mandatory espresso machine. All the utensils needed to cook and serve food for up to 10 people are included. The kitchen is furnished with a smaller dining table, suitable for breakfast, quick lunches and snacks. This floor has two double bedrooms, each with their private baths.
Going up another flight of stairs is the second tower room located right above the living room. It is the master bedroom, whose dominant feature is its raised double bed. The room is furnished with antique sofas, tables and cupboards, all topped with a grand piano. The windows give way to a magnificent view over the Trasimeno Lake and the Tuscan border. The ceiling and the walls are covered with frescos from the turn of the century
The master bedroom shares a bathroom and small private sitting room with another bedroom. This bedroom is furnished with a double bed and cupboards. From the window, you see the roof tops of Paciano. The location of this room, placed on top of one of the one of the village entrances, made this one of the village's strategic defence post during its numerous wars and conquest attempts. On the other side of the stairway, there are two more bedrooms separated by a wide hall furnished with chairs and a breakfast table. These rooms each have double beds, and ensuite bathroom with shower.