Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca: Gufo – Home 194128 Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca: Gufo – Home 194128
- Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Enjoy the quintessential Slow Travel vacation — a week (that is not to say you can’t stay for 3 days or a month for that matter) in an intimate town where you can settle in and relax. Your stay at the beautifully restored and furnished Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca is the perfect base from which to discover Umbria. Enjoy spectacular art and architecture, extraordinary cuisine, amazing wine, and wonderful views all along the way.
Further details
We do not charge high seasons rates but there is a fee of 100euros (per week) for air conditioning, if necessary.
Further details indoors
The palazzo was restored and opened in 2008. There are many stone walls with rustic beamed ceilings and complemented by beautiful Mission style furnishings . The rooms are spacious, the kitchen (with marble counter) has everything you will need to prepare full meals, the bed is extremely comfortable with beautiful linens and soft towels, and the bathroom has a full tub/show combination. From the windows the entire Spoleto Valley opens ups with Assisi, Mount Subasio, and the Apennines in the distance. Sunrises are breathtakingly beautiful. The apartment exudes comfort and tranquility.
Further details outdoors
There are several terraces for guest use. Meals are served on the garden terrace off the palazzo's main kitchen. We are located in the historic center of town only two blocks from the main piazza — the center of activity in town — where you can enjoy a cappuccino at the bar bar or delicious Umbrian fare at the osteria. There you will also find our town museum (with a lovely Perugino), two churches, the bank (with ATM) and post office.
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Bed & bathroom
- 1 Full bed
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Staffed property
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Michael L.
- Calendar last updated:
- 05 Mar 2019
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- United States
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Italian
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 14 reviews
Excellent
14 reviews
- Excellent
- 13
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 1
- Terrible
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“Splendid lessons and tour”
Dear Michael, I would like to thank you for the lovely time I had at your home and the trips you took us on throughout our stay. You really are an amazing person. First of all, you are a warmhearted… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much Marganit. It was a great pleasure to have you here. Hope to see you next May (12-19, 2020) for Andre's next workshop.
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“An awesome week in Umbria”
My wife and I spent a week at Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca in late May-early June 2019. This was a birthday trip for her but we happened to also be there for our wedding anniversary. We set this up as a culi… More
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Response from the owner Thanks Frank and Mary. I'm glad you had such a great time. It was a pleasure sharing my part of Italy with such easy going guests. I'm glad you enjoyed the cooking lesson too. Villa Roncalli is extraordinary and Maria Luisa is incredible. She's coming to New York in January and maybe you can make it up for another lesson. I'll announce it on the home page of aWeekinUmbria.com. Again, thanks for the review. You've made me blush.
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“Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca in Bettona”
Hi Michael, Sorry it's taken me so long to post a review from last year's visit (July 2-17, 2018). You know by now how much I enjoy coming back to Bettona. I feel like it's my Italian … More
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Response from the owner Always a pleasure Paul. See you then. (Sabi and Puccini are looking forward to seeing you again.)
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“The best tour of Umbria starts in Bettona”
We booked having seen the Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca a year ago from outside when we dropped into Betona. When I found it on aweekinumbria.com and realised Mr. LaPlaca offered a package including tours of … More
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Response from the owner Thank you for the kind words Daniel. It was wonderful to have you and your group here. I'll send you the recipe for the lemon sauce your mother and sister liked so much asap. Do let me know if you're coming this way again. Wishing you the best.
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“a week in paradise with Michael”
The knitting seminar in Bettona held from May 16th. to May 23rd. was a real wonderful experience to me! It was conducted together with the master classes of the talented knitter André de Castr… More
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Response from the owner Sharon, You are so welcome. I enjoyed getting to know you very much and look forward to meeting your husband in October. I'm happy you want to share Umbria with him. We'll have a wonderful time. I promise I'll have read the book you sent and we can go to Assisi again. Also, I'm thrilled that you've also signed up for next spring's lace workshop (May 12-19, 2020) with Andre. There are already three people who've shown interest and, although I'm scared to try lace knitting, I think it will be lots of fun. Looking forward to seeing you in October. — Wishing you the best, Michael
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“Unprofessional Innkeeper in Bettonna, Italy”
We traveled to Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca in the town of Bettona, Italy at the end of April 2019. The palazzo was recommended by someone that knew the Innkeeper/owner. We did learn before booking that the … More
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Response from the owner TripAdvisor is a useful tool for travelers and a barometer for innkeepers and restauranteurs. When a business is given overwhelmingly positive reviews (or superlative ones as in my case) and suddenly there is one profoundly negative review, it's easy to conclude the problem lies with the customer, not the service provider. I have discovered that the adage “the customer is always right” is merely an excuse for bad behavior on a guest’s part. How to deal with perpetually disgruntled guests who have an innate sense of entitlement is something Innkeepers grapple with to get that good review. If anything is not to their liking they can always vent on the internet. Anyone can have a bad day but it is no excuse for venomous rants designed to sabotage a small business. That’s the work of a true troll. Despite this cringeworthy review, I remain committed to offering wonderful experiences in Umbria.
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“Great Host, Great Cook, Great Apartment, Great View”
Staying in Bettona was definitely a good choice and Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca: Gufo probably the best in town. The host/cook definitely made us feel at home. The rustic finish with all amenities made for… More
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“A characterful apartment”
Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca is set in the ancient hill town of Bettona with beautiful views across the valley. We stayed in Gufo, a studio apartment with solid stone walls and a mezzanine area for the comfortable double bed. The kitchen area is very well equipped with a full set of sharp knives. Michael has renovated the palazzo with a fine eye for detail . He takes a genuine interest in his guests and is happy to guide people on art,wine or food tours. We had an enjoyable day in his kitchen completing a fresh pasta cookery course and ate the results later that evening on his pretty terrace. Michael goes the extra mile to ensure guests have a good time. Great apartment in a handy location for exploring Umbria.
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“All we expected...and more.”
My wife and I just returned from a wonderful vacation in Umbria. During that time, we stayed 10 days at Palazzo Fiumi-LaPlaca in the Gufo apartment. First of all, Bettona is an authentic Umbrian hil… More
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“A fantastic trip - perfect location, terrific host, great accomodations”
The apartment was in a beautifully restored palazzo, located in a small hilltown, with all the neccesities (ATM, restaurant, cafe on the piazza and groceries) just a short walk away. Michael the owne… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Michael (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Michael (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Michael (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Michael the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Michael (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Michael (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Michael (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Michael (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Michael (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Michael (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Michael (the owner) a message.
If Michael (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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