Step inside this hidden Italian gem and discover the allure of Villa Tirrena
It all started when Paolo d’Amico (a Roman of both Salerno and Neapolitan descent and a shipowner for 3 generations) and his wife Noemia do Amaral Osorio (a Brazilian of Portuguese descent with a 15 year past as “deleguée” of Maison Dior) discovered their love for wine in 1985 and then decided to enter the world of hospitality with their 16th century family property Villa Tirrena.
This was chosen with their zest for the unusual and for challenges, as well as for the proximity to Rome, where they reside.
Its long driveway marked out by rows of vines, which stretch in both directions as far as the eye can see, will instantly give you an impression of the vastness of this property.
With an elongated shape of exceptional size and a space for family vacations, high-end rentals and events - it’s an example of the incredible work and passion the d’Amico family transmitted into their home and what surrounds them.
Total privacy oozing with all the comfort and facilities and close to several artistic cities of Umbria and Tuscany - at Villa Tirrena you are sure to find yourselves in an luxurious ambience, a place of discreet elegance, calm and contemplation.
From bedrooms filled with alluring antiques and captivating items to two fully equipped kitchens, a spa, two swimming pools (one heated and one open air with a view), a tennis court, a library, a private art museum, one of the most beautiful wine cellars in the world, activities such picnics in the Calanchi Valley and authentic cooking classes - this space is one-of-a-kind.
Filled with charming corners for you to explore - Noemia decorated the living rooms with her unmistakable warm chic style, harmoniously blending antiques and contemporary pieces that reflect the dolce vita and passion for the lush Italian countryside.
Each of the 7 double rooms are made for you to disconnect and engage in a deep restoring sleep as well has been meticulously decorated by Noemia with her unique easygoing flair for things where everything is thought to make you feel relaxed and at ease.
One of the best products in the Italian wine scene, for over 35 years Villa Tirrena is also a place where d’Amico wines come to life!
Paolo and Noemia pursued their passion for wine and created an award-winning portfolio of 7 high quality organic labels grown and produced in Umbria.
Utilizing mainly French vines, the volcanic soil of the Valle dei Calanchi further adds a touch of class to all wines.
Designed by Noemia and the world-famous architect Luca Brasini - in a domain of 30 hectares you will find a fascinating wine cellar along with a stunning tasting room and library which can be reached via a long underground passage-way from the villa.
Walking across the french oak barrels with hundreds of candles softly illuminating the tuff vaults and the notes of classical music, you can experience a private wine tasting and dinner.
At Villa Tirrena you can have a glamorous dinner each evening in a different area of the property and enjoy the inviting views and sunsets.
Additionally, among its wide green spaces there’s a vegetable garden - the lifeblood that supplies the kitchens with high quality raw materials that translates to a delectable cuisine with flavors and colors that reflects Italy.
They grow more classic varieties of vegetables from tomatoes for sauces and salads to cucumbers, peppers, zucchini and eggplant as well as more unusual and uncommon varieties such as wild, exotic, aromatic and medicinal herbs that effortlessly help enhance the dishes and increase biodiversity.
The brilliant hues and aromatic scent of the lemon trees are one of the trademarks of Villa Tirrena - they don’t just decorate the mediterranean gardens and the limonaia aside the internal swimming pool but they serve the perfect fruit to create delights in the kitchen.
Paolo and Noemia have also dedicated a special secret garden to their close friend Mark Shand - the British travel writer, conservationist and brother of Camilla Parker Bowles - with sculptures from his Elephant Family Association.
Lastly, Villa Tirrena is made even more extraordinary by what you will find in its Sculpture Garden.
It was dreamed up by Paolo and Noemia - passionate art lovers too who wanted an open-air museum to house their ever-growing eclectic collection that they've been collecting from key artists from the modern and contemporary art scene.
Brought to life with the help of landscape architect Elio Cavallo and then continued by artist Luca de Troia - the design was seamlessly conceived as part of the sculptural environment around it.
The jagged canyons of the Calanchi Valley form a naturally rugged backdrop and are complemented by the striking man made form of Villa Tirrena's recently restored 13th-century tower, Torre del Sole.
Pieces by Anish Kapoor, Richard Hudson, Igor Mitoraj, Banksy and more are strategically tucked between rose bushes, lemon trees and cypresses like a game of hide and seek.
This remarkable array of art in a striking setting features - a mirror-finished stainless-steel sculpture by Anish Kapoor, Igor Mitoraj's “Centurione Pietrificato”, Banksy's "Because I am worthless" and one of his trademark rats, sculpture-frames by Luca de Troia and Salvatore Savoca's marble-coated resin wings tucked into the maze-like greenery.
Without a doubt, a memorable space where nature, art and love for beauty walk hand in hand - staying at Villa Tirrena is total bliss and an unforgettable experience in itself!
