Classic Tuscan stone built villa with private pool & gardens
Rural Villa
Location: CortonaSleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Facilities
Balcony, BBQ, Bicycles available, Car parking, Garden read more
Description
Lovingly restored in the last 5 years in the traditional manner with beamed ceilings throughout. Property has all day sunshine until the late evening and an excellent access road. 3km from a well stocked grocer shop/bar and Hotel. 15 minute drive to the beautiful hilltop town of Cortona - drive itself is stunning with views over Lake Trasimeno and the Vall d'Esse. Private pool 12mx6m with Roman steps, sitting on the edge of a terrace. 3 pergolas - one wisteria covered- dotted around the outside of the house ensure that you can relax in privacy. Enjoy outdoor dining under another pergola. Relax by the pool in another. Walk in the steps of the Romans along the brow of the mountains and enjoy local wines and food in the nearby restaurants. Step back in time. Library with over 500 books.
Availability
Seasonal rates
| Start date | End date | Weekly rate | Week night rate | Week end night | Minimum stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Apr 2012 | 01 Jun 2012 | £1,300 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 02 Jun 2012 | 29 Jun 2012 | £1,500 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 30 Jun 2012 | 31 Aug 2012 | £1,750 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 01 Sep 2012 | 28 Sep 2012 | £1,400 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 29 Sep 2012 | 26 Oct 2012 | £1,300 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
* prices may be subject to change at the advertisers discretion
* rates are per property
NOTE: Please note that there is 20% non refundable deposit required on booking. Payment in full required at least 8 weeks prior to arrival date.
Cancellation Policy:In the event of cancellation within 90 days of arrival date 20% deposit retained in full. In the event of cancellation within 60 days of arrival date 50% of entire amount wll be retained. Beyond that date the entire amount will be retained
Please note there is a 20% no refundable deposit required on booking. Balance to be paid at least 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Refundable Security/Damage deposit £400.
Final cleaning costs€100
Final Cleaning costs £100.
Heating to be paid on consumption in winter months.
Wood Fires:Cost of wood €20 per quintale (100kg) if used.
Security/Damage deposit of £400 required to be paid in addition to rental at least 8 weeks prior to arrival date- to be refunded in full within 14 days of departure date if no deductions for breakages/damage are due.
Payment by Sterling cheque or bank transfer only.
Change over day is Saturday and we would ask that the house be vacated by 10.00am.
Incoming guests please note that the house will only be ready for you after 4.00pm. This is to allow enough time for the cleaners to do their work and to make sure that everything is in order for you.
Extra services available on request: cooking service, maid service.
General information
| Property type | Villa |
|---|---|
| Numer of units | single |
| Holiday theme | Activity, Away from it all, Beach Holiday, Luxury, Summer Holiday |
| Suitable for | Children, Families, Couples, Groups |
Room information
| Bedrooms |
3 bedroom(s), sleeps 8 max.
Master bedroom has a large double bed in cherry wood, two bedside cabinets with lamps and one big wardrobe. Bedroom has original beamed ceiling and floor of traditional cotto. Exquisite rug by bed. Windows looking out towards the pool and the Tuscan/Umbrian hills. Bedroom two downstairs has two single beds, bedside cabinets, wardrobe and private entrance leading out to the garden and the wisteria covered pergola.There is an en suite bathroom with shower. Bedroom three is above the library, two single beds with bedside cabinets, wardrobe and private terrace overlooking Val Tiberina where you can have your morning cappuchino and admire the stunning views. Most of the furniture has been hand made by local artisans and is of chestnut wood. We have tried in every way possible to renovate and decorate the house in a traditional Tuscan manner whilst at the same time giving it 21st Century facilities. 4th bedroom is an overflow one and is in the gallery over the dining room. |
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| Bathrooms |
3 bathroom(s)
Bathroom one just off the master bedroom, with bath, hand basin, toilet and bidet Bathroom two is ensuite to the downstairs bedroom with wash hand basin toilet and shower Bathroom three is just off the library and serves general purpose and bedroom three and contains wash hand basin, toilet and shower. All bathrooms are modern and fully tiled. |
| Kitchen |
Kitchen:Fully fitted kitchen with marble topped work surfaces - island work station with butchers block. Big selection of pots, pans, crockery for your gourmet meals. Full range of cutlery,crockery - everything you will need during your stay. Prepare your food inside and take it out to eat - choice of 3 pergolas to choose from -or use the bbq to cook outside. A local woman, with an extensive range of culinary skills is available to come to the house and cook for you and your party. This is an extra cost,not expensive, but well worth the experience. Previous guests to the house have commented that she prepared an amazing 4 course traditional Tuscan meal - everthing cooked from fresh produce grown on her farm -right before your eyes and if you want to get involved in the cooking she will be happy to show you how it is done. Have your own private dinner party served to you on the pergola overlooking the terraces and the pool. Contact Emma and she will arrange this for you. 4 ring stove, Dish washer, Freezer, Fridge, Microwave, Oven, Washing machine |
| Meals |
Advance booking required Our neigbour who is an excellent cook can provide a 3/4 course meal for you and your party,cooked in the house and served to you and your party. All ingredients come from their own farm. Reasonable cost which is paid directly to her. If you require this service please let me know and I will arrange it with her. |
| Dining room |
Seats 10 |
| Living room |
Seats 8 * Books - fiction/non-fiction/all ages. DVD, CD player, Fireplace, Sofa bed, TV, Stereo system |
On-site facilities
| Onsite facilities |
* Outdoor grill charcoal. Balcony, BBQ, Bicycles available, Car parking, Garden, Outdoor pool 2 car parking spaces |
|---|---|
| Other facilities |
* Activities guide. Safe, Satellite/cable, Linen and towels provided, Central heating |
| Other notes |
There is a local website for Cortona and surrounding areas, which gives lots of useful information on events occurring during the year. |
Local area information
| Location type |
Rural |
|---|---|
| Car required? |
recommended |
| Local leisure activities |
Cycling, Mountain Biking, Fishing, Swimming pool, Tennis, Horse riding, Walking, Beach |
| Nearest points of interest |
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Directions
Etruscan Cortona, only 15 minutes away, has a beautiful variety of shops, restaurants and cafés. The Tuscan Sun Festival, now a major cultural event is here every August. Camucia just another 5 minutes away- for everyday shopping. Traditional markets in both Camucia, Thursday and Cortona, Saturday. Portole just 5 minutes away has a Hotel, restaurant and small grocery shop which sell the essentials such as cheese, wine meats, bread etc. Teverina 5 minutes away has a small grocer shop and petrol station and restaurant close by. Driving times to local towns; Cortona 15 minutes. Camucia 20 minutes. Portole 5 minutes. Lake Trasimeno 30 minutes. Montepulciano 45min. Florence 1hour 20min. Siena, home of the famous Palio, 1 hour 30 mins. Pisa 2 hours. Rome 3. hours. Assisi 1 hour 30 min. San Gimingnano 2 hours. Suggestion re Florence; Park the car at Camucia Station car park and take the train - very relaxing.
Reviews
Best Quality villa you could ever rent!
This year we have had two villa holidays. The first was in a James Villa ( best of ) in Majorca. The second in this Tuscan Villa. We booked James before to Guarantee the quality - how wrong we were!
This Villa surpasses any Best of James Villa. It has a lovely setting in the mountains, great pool and great accommodation. Also you actually feel that you are staying in a friends house as the villa is extremely homely and welcoming. The Kitchen is full of the essentials - herbs, preserves, coffee etc, the book shelf and video drawer full of interesting reads and films. The water is wonderfully hot and the shower pressure is fantastic. And very important - wonderfully comfortable beds and very good quality linen!
We had a great week - helped by the owners friendly brother Luca he was available to organise restaurants and taxis and with the neighbour Jolande who cooked two incredible Tuscan meals for us - at a very reasonable price!
All who stay here will be delighted!
Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Peace and tranquility in heaven
I’ve just had my greatest holiday ever. I travel quite allot with work and stay in allot of very fine 4 and 5 star hotels. None of which would ever come close to this beautiful house in the mountains. We arrived at night due a late flight we took after work so when we pulled into the driveway of the home it was dark outside with a lovely comfortable warm air around us. The house itself is beautifully refurbished….. there’s large wooden beams draping from every room and antique stoves and fireplaces that give the feel of an old Italian farmhouse. There’s also a beautifully designed open kitchen with a high roof over a large family table. The house is massive and could easily accommodate a number of couples; however it’s also perfect for a single couple like us who just want to spoil ourselves with the usual mod-cons relaxing in pure comfort for the week.
However, it’s in the morning that the beauty of this house and surroundings really hits you……the house is situated on the side of a mountainous valley with clear views of the surrounding countryside for miles. All you can visibility see of life are 4 or 5 old farm houses in the distance…..it’s truly spectacular.
For those of us that like luxury….there’s a deep swimming pool outside your front door right on the side of the mountain…..it’s not like one of these 4 and half foot pools in a Westin, Hyatt or Ritz-Carlton….. its at least 8 feet deep which is perfect for swimming in the mid-day sun.
There was so many reasons that this house and its close proximity to Cortona made this the perfect vacation…. I think for me personally it’s because it shut me off…. the peace and tranquility of reading by the pool in the sun or playing scrabble under the shade at mid-day with a glass of wine, some local cheese and some parma ham just meant that I never wanted to switch on my computer or check my cell to see what was going on in with the office.
I can see myself going back there not just once but a multitude of times….I simply couldn’t compare paying for a hotel when you can have the paradise and tranquility of this home at such a reasonable price. It was truly the best vacation I’ve ever had.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Away from it all in Tuscany
We spent 2 glorious weeks in this quiet and comfortable family house in the Tuscan hills near Cortona. The pool was a major attraction, but the house itself was spacious, well-equipped and welcoming. A bonus was the vast supply of reading material - don't bother to take your own! Supermarket 20 minutes away so lots of barbecues in the evenings. We didn't leave the house much, simply hung around and relaxed. Would definitely go back to this rural retreat. It was so quiet at night that the only sound was the cicadas. Very helpful and unobtrusive neighbour looks after the place. Almost all the Tuscan big sites are about an hour away by car. Car rental is a must.
Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Stunning Views! Wonderful stay.
We stayed at this home for 2 weeks in July 2010. We were 4 adults and 2 small children. We enjoyed the beautiful setting of this home. The views and scenery were truly marvelous. We spent a lot of time around the pool just enjoying the beauty of the area. The landscaping and the flowers were really nice too. As a mother of a toddler, I was very pleased the pool was surrounded by a secure fence/gate, this was rare amongst the houses we looked at for rental. The house was perfectly equipped and was spacious and comfortable. Lots of books and DVDs to browse through. The bedrooms are all on different floors, so I was a little worried about my 2.5 year old at first, but it all turned out okay, he slept great and was comfortable in his own room downstairs. The owners set up a cot for our baby which was also very nice.
It was about a 15 minute drive to Cortona, which was perfect for us as we wanted a place to relax in and enjoy nature. Even though we felt secluded, it was very easy to visit the hill towns in the area. There are many great cities just within an hour or so away. We took day trips to visit Cortona, Asissi, Montepulciano, Gubbio, and Pienza. We would head out in the morning, walk around the city, have lunch and be back with plenty of time to relax and swim! Our favorite times were early evening by the pool with a drink!
We also had Jolenta come and cook for us and we enjoyed those meals very much! They were very tasty and the views and convenience could not be beat. With 2 little kids, having a relaxing and delicious meal at home beats packing up and heading to a restaurant any day!
The owners were very nice and easy to work with. The house was easy to find. We took the train to Florence and had an easy drive from there. I would recommend this house to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature on their vacation. Would be great for a family (we went with my In-laws) or a group of friends. Have a great trip!
Recommended for: Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Two weeks of nourishment for mind, body and soul
This house is everything we'd ever imagined when we'd thought idly about a "holiday", especially an Italian holiday. It's situated snugly on the side of a high hill/small mountain and feels straight away like it has hundreds of years of Tuscan sunshine soaked into its thick stone walls. We felt a million miles from the rest of the world without feeling isolated at the same time. The road serving the mountain region that leads to the house is a quiet one and well maintained. We found that it's within ten minutes distance to the local shop and restaurant and a further ten down to the valley with ancient estrucan town of Cortona and beyond. I highly recommend you do some quick googling on this town as it is special amidst the Italian landscape and history. We've truly enjoyed discovering its nooks and crannys, restuarants and cafes.
That is, of course, if you choose to wander far from the house at all because it already boasts everything we needed to compete the Tuscan feel and expereince. There is magnificent garden matury around the house, wildlife, land streching down the valley floor, a pool to enjoy at you leisure and numerous choice spots with chairs and table for sipping vino under a pergola. The house itself is big enough to accomodate the largest family and at the same time the thoughful layout felt intimate with our a smaller number. The bedrooms are all on different levels, offering privacy in different parts of the house. If "All roads lead to Rome" then all paths cross in the kitchen/dining-area which, in true Italian style, is the beating heart of this house. We highly recommend a getaway experience in the Italian countryside with this special place.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
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