I recently returned from 21 days in Italy and my favorite place to stay was the Ripa Medici B&B in Orvieto. My friend & I stayed in La Casa Bianca, a small apartment equipped with fridge, microwave, and range in the small kitchen. The apartment was very clean and bright. Americans will love this place because of the exceptional light and a surplus of electrical outlets on every wall of this spacious apartment. The bathroom is large with a fantastic shower and plenty of hot water. The bedroom has a king size bed and a 3/4 bed, both very comfortable. And then, you step outside and see the view and you are overwhelmed. To say it's breathtaking is an understatement. But there is even more - the hostess Sabrina was the best part of staying at this B&B. She speaks excellent English and is so friendly and accommodating that when you leave you'll feel as though you're leaving an old friend.
I will definitely return to Orvieto if for no other reason than to spend a relaxing, restful stay at Ripa Medici and have a morning chat with Sabrina over a cup of cappuccino.