Cortona Villa for Rent: L'Ippocastano 2 - Property 87746

About the Experience
Conveniently close to Cortona, this Tuscany accommodation is an excellent choice for two couples or a couple with children traveling together. The Tuscany apartment includes a lovely shared swimming pool and sprawling lawns, along with air conditioning and a dishwasher. Close proximity to Cortona, which is where the movie "Under the Tuscan Sun" starring Diane Lane takes place as well as the book it's based off of by Frances Mayes, means that this holiday accommodation in Tuscany is an excellent base for exploring not only Cortona, but the lakeshore towns on Lago Trasimeno, Arezzo, and Perugia.

Location
This estate is located about 3.5 kilometers away from Cortona, an ancient Etruscan city that has perfectly preserved its historical charm. Cortona has grown to be one of Tuscany's primary cultural, historic, and artistic centers, having changed very little in the last 400 years or so. Sitting in the center of the triangle formed by Arezzo, Siena, and Perugia, as well as being near Lake Trasimeno and the Appenines, Cortona is both ideally located for day trips and a sparkling gem of the region. In Cortona there is no end to picturesque streets and amazing historic buildings. Tour frescoed churches from the 13th century; explore the original city walls; see and art exhibit in the 16th century fortress. You can also visit the local museums and libraries, tiptoe around ancient monasteries and tombs dating back to the second century B.C. Dine on the best Tuscan dishes as you look out on an historic palazzo or drive out to one of the villas dotting the countryside. As for shopping, you'll find local handicrafts, antiques, and of course local wines and olive oils that simply outdo anything you've ever tasted!
Florence: 115 km
Siena: 75 km
Assisi: 72 km
Perugia: 52 km
Arezzo: 33 km
Lake Trasimeno: 25 km
Cortona: 3.5 km

Exterior Description
This property consists of a 19th century farmhouse and a nearby stable, both divided into a total of six apartments. The grounds surrounding these two structures, which are situated at the foot of the hill of Cortona, offer beautiful views of the city. There are several areas to relax in the garden, and there is also a shared swimming pool (14m x 7m) and a wood-burning oven. The property borders a farmer's cooperative, consisting of a warehouse and some wheat storage areas. The estate also includes a newly planted olive grove.

Interior Description
(60 m2) First Floor: This apartment, located in the main house, is accessed via a set of stone steps leading up to a small loggia. Inside, you will find yourself in a combination living/dining room with a sofa, satellite TV, fireplace, and a table for four. Along one wall there is also a kitchenette with a cook-top and dishwasher. There are two bedrooms, each with a 160 cm queen-size bed. One of the rooms has an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. There is a second bathroom adjacent to the other bedroom, also with a sink, toilet, and shower.

Features
Available Amenities: Shared swimming pool, air conditioning, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, covered parking space, cook-top, dishwasher, shared wood-burning oven.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
# Heating: According to consumption
# Bundle of firewood: 15 Euros
# Washing machine: 5 Euros/load
Nearby Attractions: Cortona (historic buildings, frescoed churches, city walls, art exhibits, 16th century fortress, museums, libraries, monasteries, tombs, restaurants, shops), Lake Trasimeno (water-based activities), Arezzo, Perugia, Assisi, Siena, Florence.
Please Note: The property borders a farmer's cooperative, consisting of a warehouse and some wheat storage areas.