The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL, United States , 32837
Cira
The Lakes, Italy
This pieds dans l'eau property stands apart for its unique characteristics, the traditional stone structure and the original and colorful interiors and intriguing accents. The sprawling private garden (more than 16,000 sf) spreads along the shore and offers direct access to the water by a private gate. Cira is an intimate villa, infused with sunlight and granting picture-perfect water views and it is waiting for you to indulge in its delights.
Cira is where traditional and contemporary live in perfect harmony. This charming villa reflects the ideal lake living where you can enjoy the romantic combination of water and mountains. If you do not wish to drive, the closest bus stop is just 100 meters from the property.
Accommodations
Living Spaces
The uber-modern sitting room features sleek sofas with sculptural silhouette, a double-side open stone fireplace, and the parquet floors add warmth to the space. The secret weapon in this room however is the hyper-crisp lime green wall which adds vibrancy and panache to the room.
Two picture windows facing the lake let the restorative sunlight in. A generous opening leads to the open floor kitchen/dining room. It is a delight having breakfast here, or enjoying the meals all together. The space is flooded with natural light coming through the skylight and the windows. Two wooden tables joined together can seat up to 10 guests, if separated they double as work/play surfaces if needed.
Outside Features
One of the real pleasures of this villa is enjoying its outdoor space. The large manicured lawn shaded by olive and cypress trees is an oasis of tranquillity while you marvel at the unrivaled water views. You can also dine al fresco under the panoramic loggia where the ever-changing scenery of the lights of the cruising sail boats caresses your senses. Besides sunbathing, you can certainly swim in the water in front of the villa, and for the guests who desire to have the services of an equipped beach establishment they can find it at walking distance from the property.
Dulfa
Umbria, Italy
Perfect for small-group gatherings, this inviting and traditionally picturesque restored villa and its cottage feature an abundant verdant manicured garden that reflects the changing colors of the Umbrian countryside throughout the year. Dulfa is also well situated for enjoying the plentiful cultural treasures of Perugia, which was formerly an Etruscan city and it is now a multiple-university town and capital city of Umbria - and of Umbria itself, the region known as "the green heart of Italy," and the birthplace of both St. Francis of Assisi and St. Valentine (yes, that St. Valentine!).
Dulfa offers a scenic and tranquil environment, replete with gathering spaces, and surrounded by rivers, fishing lakes, a waterfall, castles, hiking paths, and access to a nearby 18-hole golf course, the estate's restaurant (about a 10-min drive), a small village with shops (10 min), and the famed towns of Perugia (25 min) and Assisi (40 min), among many others. The estate offers a wide variety of activities, from yoga classes and massage treatments, to hunting (wild boar, in autumn), and trail hiking. Florence and Rome are each within about a 2-hr drive.
Accommodations
Main Villa
On the ground floor, guests will find a spacious living room with fireplace, and ample seating that includes a sofa, armchairs, and ottomans. Adjacent is the dining room with its dining table and wrought iron chandelier. Both rooms exude a classic relaxed elegance, never being pretentious. The use of rattan furniture, leather accessories, soft upholstery, and rich colorful pattern fabric, make the interior warm and inviting. All the rooms have doors leading to an outdoor dining and sitting area furnished with a dining table, a parasol, armchairs and a sofa. A guest bathroom completes this floor.
Cottage
Guests can enjoy the open-plan space that combines a living with a dining area, as well as a kitchen area with stove and refrigerator.
Outdoors
The outdoor area is a fenced and landscaped 10,000 square meter garden and includes a private heated pool, a pool deck furnished with a parasol, sunbeds and chairs, a pergola with dining table with panoramic views and several other nooks spread throughout the property, offering guests plenty of enjoyable moments. A BBQ is also available.