Our Story
About Us
Welcome
We're Elwin & Yvette
Welcome to Casa Montecastelli! We're Elwin and Yvette, and together with our children Olivier, Pepijn, Fiene and Cato, we made a life-changing decision: in September 2024, we packed up everything and moved to Umbria — a region in the heart of Italy that had captured our hearts long before we ever called it home.
After years of dreaming, planning, and a healthy dose of courage, we took the leap and opened our holiday apartments here in the rolling hills of central Italy. Umbria, with its medieval hilltop villages, golden landscapes and centuries of history, felt like the only place in the world where we wanted to build something new — not just for our family, but for guests from around the world.
As a family, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, personal atmosphere — the kind where you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.
Our Philosophy
More Than a Place to Sleep
At Casa Montecastelli, we want to offer you more than just a place to sleep. We want you to experience Umbria the way we do: slowly, warmly, and with a glass of local wine in hand.
Whether you're here for a peaceful retreat in nature, a culinary adventure through truffle country, or a deep dive into Italy's lesser-known cultural treasures, our apartments are your home base for all of it.
We'd love to have you stay with us. However you choose to spend your time here, we're confident Umbria will leave its mark on you — just as it did on us.
Things to Do
Activities & Experiences
Hiking
Trails through olive groves and oak forests of the Niccone Valley
Cycling
Scenic routes along quiet country roads between hilltop villages
Swimming
Shared outdoor pool on the property, perfect in summer
Horseback Riding
Equestrian centres nearby for guided rides through the hills
Local Villages
Città di Castello, Umbertide, and Perugia within easy reach
Wine & Gastronomy
Umbrian truffles, Sagrantino wine, and farm-to-table dining
Art & History
Cortona, Assisi, and Orvieto all within a day's drive
Stargazing
Dark skies over the valley make for extraordinary nights