Villa Cortona

Charming villa close to beautiful Cortona

Tuscan stone villa with room for 24/25 people, close to the beautiful town of Cortona in the province of Arezzo. Villa Cortona consists of two buildings with a total of 8 apartments. The property is rented exclusively for groups from 20 to 25 people. Some extra beds can be added. Here, groups of friends can holiday together, and still be able to be a little to themselves in their own apartment with their own small kitchen. Beautiful common outdoor areas with large terrace and pool. The villa is air conditioned. The property is located in the valley “Val di Chiana”, which is known for beautiful and lush landscapes with rolling hills. Cortona is a famous art city in Tuscany. Famous films such as “La Vita È Bella” and “Under the Tuscan Sun” have been filmed in Arezzo and Cortona.

About Villa Cortona

On the ground floor of the main villa is a Tuscan-style kitchen with a large long table. From the kitchen there is direct access to the terrace facing the pool. Large common living room with seating areas and pool table. 7 apartments are located in the main villa. Another apartment is located in the annex. Around the pool (14 x 7 m, depth 1.80 cm) there are sun loungers and parasols. The pool at Villa Cortona  is open 1 / 5-7 / 10 2020.

On the property there is also a gazebo and terrace for relaxing in the shade, garden and courtyard. BBQ on the terrace. Football field, volleyball court and table tennis table. There are nice hiking areas, both for cycling and on foot. Some bicycles are available. It is walking distance (200 m) to small supermarket offering fresh bread, milk, croissants, etc. Supermarket 4 km away. Olive trees and fruit trees grow around the property. The owner of Villa Cortona produces olive oil, jam and vin santo.

Location

Visit medieval villages, museums, churches, vineyards, experience parades in medieval costumes and jazz festivals. Make food purchases at local specialty stores, which sell local produce from the region. It is an experience in itself to shop for groceries, and prepare Tuscan meals in your own villa. On day trips from Villa Cortona you can reach Florence (109 km), Arezzo (35 km) and Siena (65 km). Perugia is located in the neighboring region of Umbria and is worth a visit. Perugia is a charming medieval town, and also known for its chocolate production. Every year, Europe’s largest chocolate festival is held in Perugia.

Distance to airports: Roma Fiumicino (2 h and 20 min), Pisa (2 h and 10 min), Florence (1 h and 30 min), Bologna (2 h and 30 min).

About the apartments:

The Main Villa:

Ciclamino (2)

Third floor, approx. 30 m2. Living room with open kitchen, a double room and bathroom with shower.

Fiordaliso (2 + 1)

Third floor, approx. 40 m2. Living room with fireplace, open kitchen, a bedroom with double bed and a single bed. Bathroom with shower.

Margherita (2)

Ground floor, approx. 35 m2. Living room with open kitchen, a double room and bathroom with shower. Two separate entrances.

Spiga (2 + 2)

Second floor, approx. 63 m2 with panoramic views of pool, garden and Cortona. Living room, open kitchen, a large bedroom with double bed and bunk bed, bathroom with shower.

Ginestra (4)

Independent on the ground floor, approx. 55 m2. Large terrace with table and chairs for al fresco dining. Panoramic views of pool, garden and Cortona. Large kitchen, two double bedrooms, a small living room, two bathrooms with shower.

Girasole (4)

Second floor, approx. 70 m2. Separate entrance from a private external staircase, a nice little terrace (loggia). Large living room with fireplace, open kitchen, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower.

Papavero (5)

Second floor, approx. 70 m2. Separate entrance from a private external staircase, a nice little terrace (loggia). Large living room with fireplace, open kitchen, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower.

The Annex:

Sogno (4)

Annex on the ground floor, 70 sqm. Own entrance. Living room with fireplace, a rustic style kitchen, room with double bed and two single beds. Two bathrooms with shower.

The prices above are in euros and apply to weekly stays. Rental Saturday – Saturday. In June, July, August and September, the minimum rent is 7 days.
Included in the price are electricity, water and gas. Bed linen and towels are also included with weekly shifts.
A supplement is paid for any use of air conditioning and electricity for heating. Heating is normally only required for rentals for the period before May or from the end of September. Consumption of AC and heating is read on the meter.

Keep doors and windows as tight as possible to reduce AC expenses.
Final cleaning for € 300.00.
Use of washing machine € 5.00 pr. wash.
A security deposit of € 700.00 is required upon arrival for 25 people.
Rent of pool towels: 5,00 each.

Prices do not include tourist tax. This must be paid on site. The tourist tax applies to all persons over the age of 14 and amounts to € 2.00 per day for up to 4 days.
When booking the villa, 30% of the rent must be paid. The balance is paid 10 weeks before arrival.
Use of an outdoor jacuzzi: € 250,00 per week
The pool is open 1/5-15/10.
Allowed with small dogs: € 50,00
Time of arrival: 16:00 – 19:00
Departure: 08:00-10:00