B&B Fontanelle, apartments with views and a pool in Alviano
B&B Fontanelle is a countryside bed and breakfast in Alviano, Umbria, with apartments that have a kitchen, a garden with a seasonal pool and a view across the valley that guests love. It has a 4.8 rating on Google. I recommend it to couples and groups looking for peace and a base for exploring Umbria.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where B&B Fontanelle is and how to get there
B&B Fontanelle is in Alviano, in Umbria, in open countryside. The address is Vocabolo Fontanelle 7. You need a car to get there, but fortunately there is private parking.
More than one guest describes it as a peaceful spot with a lovely view over the valley, a short distance from Amelia. Guests often use it as a base for exploring Umbria, since the busier sights are reached by car.
One detail I like: some guests say the owner, Francesca, writes before arrival to explain the route and suggest where to have dinner. In the countryside, where one wrong turn can leave you lost, that is a real help.
What the accommodation is like
You will not find a classic hotel room here. The reviews mention self-contained apartments and rooms, with names such as Pesco, Betulla and Panoramica, each with its own character. Guests describe them as lovely, well kept and very clean.
According to the property, each unit includes:
- A fitted kitchen. Fridge, hob, coffee machine, utensils and a dining area.
- A private bathroom. With bidet, toiletries and hairdryer.
- A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free Wi-Fi.
In one case guests found water, milk, juices and jams in the fridge. A large group was comfortable in a single apartment, so sizes vary from one unit to another. When you book, ask which one suits you best.
Breakfast, garden and pool
Breakfast follows the Italian tradition and, going by the reviews, it is the point everyone agrees on. People talk about homemade cakes, including plumcake, and jams. One guest also mentions the olive oil made by the owners, which is not something you find at every B&B.
Outside there is a well-kept garden with a seasonal pool. Guests who have been talk about a dip before dinner and a viewpoint that is lovely at sunset. There is also a shared lounge, useful if you fancy a chat with other guests.
What guests say about B&B Fontanelle
On Google, B&B Fontanelle has a rating of 4.8 from 35 reviews. It is a very high score and, among the reviews I read, there is no real criticism. The themes, however, keep coming back.
Almost everyone talks about the owner's welcome, which is kind, helpful and easy to reach by phone for anything you need. Then there is the cleanliness, described as excellent, and the peace of the countryside with its view over the valley. Several guests say they felt at home, and one celebrated a birthday here.
The only remark is about time. A passing guest wrote that it is a place to be savoured slowly, and they are right.
What to know before booking
The downsides are few, but it is worth saying them plainly. Set them alongside the strong points and decide for yourself.
| Strong point | Worth bearing in mind |
|---|---|
| Apartments with kitchen and private bathroom | Sizes vary from one unit to another |
| Breakfast with homemade cakes | No restaurant is listed, so dinner is found elsewhere |
| Garden with pool | The pool is seasonal |
| Peace and views | In the countryside, a car is needed for the busier sights |
If you are arriving late or have particular needs, write to the owner before setting off. Guests say she is happy to reply.
Who it suits and what to see nearby
I would choose it for couples and small groups who want an apartment to themselves, quiet and a well-made breakfast. It is not for anyone looking for nightlife or everything within walking distance.
The listing mentions the Duomo in Orvieto and the Marmore Falls nearby, and one review talks about Amelia. If B&B Fontanelle is full, other options in Umbria include Agriturismo La Vite E L'ulivo in Baschi and Casina Mazzuoli in Città della Pieve.
If you want to change area, there is also agriturismo la piantata in Bolsena. I will not say more about these, as I do not have their details.
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