vacation rental Cortona Arezzo holiday apartment bed and breakfast

Enjoy Breath Taking Hills View in a Restored Count

Data of object

Type of object:	vacation rental
Living area:	400 m²
Number of rooms:	over 10
Number of of sleeping accomodations (beds):	over 20
Number of bathsrooms:	8
Listing #:	3747

High on a hilltop near Cortona on the eastern edge of Tuscany, Villa Cuiano is a sprawling farmhouse with marvelous panoramic views of the Niccone Valley and the distant mountains of Umbria.

The house lies amid extensive gardens, and has a large, well-kept swimming pool. Furnished with tables and chairs, and equipped with a barbecue and oven, the garden is perfect for al fresco meals during the long summer months.

The farmhouse has been divided into five apartments and a detached stone house -- each decorated in traditional Tuscan style. Stone fireplaces, cotta floors, and dark chestnut-beamed ceilings lend an authentic, welcoming air to the accommodation. These are comfortable flats, with good lighting and simple, classic furnishings.

Rental period are: Low Season: 08/03/08 - 10/05/08 and 04/10/08 - 09/05/09. Mid Season:10/05/08 - 21/06/08 and 30/08/08-04/10/08. High Season:21/06/08 - 30/08/08.

Vacation Rental Description:

Apt #1. La Loggia -3 BDR, 2 BATH - Sleeps 6.
(PRICE:Low Season €740-Mid Season €1110-High season €1350).

An external staircase leads up from a pergola with views over the Castello. There is a spacious living room with the original fireplace, two double bedrooms -- one with an en-suite bathroom, one single bedroom, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a second bathroom.

Apt #2. La Stalletta -2BDR 2BATH- Sleeps 4.
(PRICE:Low Season €580-Mid Season €820-High season €1110).

This apartment is entered through a small stone-paved square, shaded during the day -- and sunny in the evening. This square is perfect for outdoor dining. The kitchen is fully equipped. There are two bedrooms -- one with a double bed, and the other with two single beds. There is also a shower, bathroom, and a terrace with excellent views.

La Loggia and La Stalletta are adjacent, and can be linked to make a single apartment.

Apt #3. La Stalla -2BDR 2 BATH- Sleeps 4.
(PRICE:Low Season €580-Mid Season €820-High season €1100).

On the ground floor, this apartment has such a large living-room and kitchen that it is normally used as the main living and dining area by groups renting the entire villa. The bedrooms (one with a double bed and the other with two singles) are spacious and airy. The bathroom is large, and like the others in the villa, is easily accessible by a wheelchair.

Apt #4. La Loggetta -1BDR 1BATH- Sleeps 2 to 3.
(PRICE:Low Season €490-Mid Season €630-High season €810).

This small apartment is ideal as a honeymoon suite, or for a couple with a young child. Access is by an external staircase leading to a small terrace. There is a large living room with a stone fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen, and a spacious double bedroom with a bathroom.

Apt #5. La Cantina -1BDR 1BATH- Sleeps 2.
(PRICE:Low Season €490-Mid Season €630-High season €810).

Entered through a side garden, this small apartment is ideal for a couple. In addition to the living room and kitchen, there is a large, roomy bedroom which is perfectly cool and comfortable -- even during the hottest months of summer. There is also a bathroom with a tub.

Casa Luca -3BDR 1BATH- Sleeps 6.
(PRICE:Low Season €740-Mid Season €1110-High season €1350).

This detached house is 20 meters from Villa Cuiano. It has two bedrooms (with double beds) on the first floor and another bedroom (with a double bed) in the mansard. On the first floor you'll find the living/dining room with sofa, armchairs and a beautiful fireplace. Attached to the this area is a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom. Casa Luca has a large balcony with a fantastic view -- perfect for al fresco dining. There is also a beautiful patio on the ground level - ideal for a pleasant moment reading a book or sunbathing.

Town and location of object

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Walkers and nature lovers can take advantage of the many tracks and paths that wind through the surrounding countryside -- even strolling down to the Castello di Pierle one of Tuscany's most striking castles.

If the tranquility and beauty of the surrounding area isn't enough, Villa Cuiano is a perfect base camp from which to explore Tuscany and Umbria.

Lake Trasimeno, Italy's fourth largest, is only 20 minutes away. It offers excellent swimming and water sports.

The railway station is also 20 minutes away; once on a train, you can be in Florence in one hour, or in Rome in two hours.

The nearest village is Mercatale di Cortona, with its shops, bars, medical facilities, a restaurant, and bank. Cortona is 20 minutes away; while in less than one hour you can be in Siena, Montepulciano, Orvieto, or Perugia.

Cortona , Arezzo , Tuscany , Italy

Cortona, Italy sits high in the Tuscany hills overlooking a stunning valley landscape. Located about 50 miles from Florence, Cortona is rich in the history that has defined so many medieval hill towns of the region.

Giacomo Lauro, in one of the first guide books which was published in 1639, wrote "Cortona has a picturesque aspect, quite a bit longer than wide, turned toward the midday sun. Her district is fertile and is abundant with all that is necessary to human life."

Nearly 400 years later, the town's features remain alluring to those who are looking for a quintessential "hill town" experience.

Cortona's museums and galleries, restaurants overlooking the valley below, and narrow cobbled streets lined with shops and boutiques offer the perfect Tuscany vacation.

Art lovers will find a big punch in a small package during their Cortona visit.

The Diocesan Museum offers a wonderful collection of 14th and 15th century Italian paintings. The museum, which is housed in the Gesu church, is filled with sculptures, frescoes, and liturgical figures that have been acquired from other Cortona churches and assembled into this collection. Of particular note, the lower region of the church has an important cycle of frescos with scenes of sacrifices of the Old Testament painted by Cristoforo Gherardi.

Another important work is the Annunciation, painted by Beato Angelico during his stay in the Dominican convent of Cortona.

Another can't-miss Cortona museum is the Museum of Etruscan Academy, housed in the Palazzo Casali. The museum was founded by three brothers who gathered a large archaeological collection and an extensive library to promote Etruscan heritage. One of the most impressive pieces of the collection is an Etruscan chandelier that was found in Cortona in 1840. The chandelier, made of solid bronze in the 4th century, has a complex system of etchings depicting plants, harpies, and animal images. The museum also has a collection of Greek and Italian ceramics dating back to the 6th century B.C.

Experience Cortona life in the three interconnecting squares, or piazzas, that comprise the upper portion of the town. You can walk the cobblestone streets between the squares and choose which restaurant gives you the best vantage point to watch all the activity. On Saturdays, the central piazza comes alive with an open air market, with vendors selling everything from hand made clothing to fresh produce. The shops along the squares have a vast selection of goods to choose from. Olive oil, local wines, leather, and jewelry are only a few of the items that can make that perfect souvenir. Be sure to have your picture taken on the steps of the Cortona Town Hall, just below the large clock, the town's main landmark.

Cortona sits ready to welcome all those who want to enjoy her many gifts. Have dinner at sunset in one of the restaurants that overlook the valley. Take a day trip to Florence, Siena, or Lake Trasimeno. Visit the Farneta Museum, which is part of Farneta Abby dating back to the 11th century. Plan your vacation around one of the town's many festivals. It seems as if the town is in constant celebration of everything from jazz to culinary delights. Have a chat with the locals. Cortonese are famous for their friendliness to visitors. If you have a penchant for rich, cultural heritage, a vacation in Cortona is an absolute must!

Arrival and distances

Distance to next airport: Florence - 140 km
Distance to next railway station: Terontola - 20 km
Distance to next motorway: Tuoro - 12 km
Distance to next Shop: 4 km

Sport facilities nearby

Fishing, Hunting, Canoeing, Mountainbiking, Horse riding, Swimming, Surfing, Tennis, Hiking,

Type of holidays

Relaxing holidays
Family holidays
Holidays on a farm
Cultural and sightseeing holidays
Romantic holidays

Bedroom

Total number of sleeping facilities: 12

12 Double room(s)

Bathrooms and WCs

Number of bathsrooms: 8

6 bathsrooms with shower
2 Bathrooms with tub

External facilities of object

Balkony
Garden
Barbecue
Children s playground
Pool
Car Parking
Terrace

Internal facilities of object

Tiled stove
Fireplace
Sunbed
Central heating

Machines and equipment

Bed linen provided
CD-player
Fax
TV
Towels provided
Audio tape player
Radio
Satellite-TV
Stereo
Telephone
Washing machine

Kitchen facilities

2 ring stove
4 ring stove
Single ring stove
Freezer
Dishwasher
Microwave

Services

Guide
Maid service
Cleaning service

Other

Pets negotiable
Seniors suitable
Children welcomed
Handicapped suitable

Additional Information

Payment Options:

Credit card(VISA, MasterCard)

Wire Transfer

checque by mail.

Includes in the weekly rental:

Gas, Electricity and hot water.

Final cleaning and each Saturday for the guest that stay more then one week.

Bed and Linen, changed weekly.

Pool cleaning.

Garden Furniture.

firewood for the 4 fireplaces and the two woods stove.

Not included in the rentals:

central heating costs (Euro 12 per day per apartment).

Maid service and a cook on request.

Check in: Saturday after 17;

Check out: Saturday within 10.

Minimum rental

Minimum rental: 490 Euro per object per week

Season prices

von	to	price	Currency	Period
08.03.	10.05.	740	Euro	per object per week
10.05.	21.06.	1110	Euro	per object per week
21.06.	30.08.	1350	Euro	per object per week
30.08.	04.10.	1110	Euro	per object per week
04.10.	31.12.	740	Euro	per object per week