Foiano della Chiana Villa for Rent: Villa le Rondine - Piume - Property 87820

About the Experience
Thinking of spending the holidays in Tuscany but not sure where to stay?? We have just the apartment for you and your family! Situated on a large estate with views of the surrounding valleys, this self-catering accommodation near Cortona also has a swimming pool. The location gets even better! Within walking distance from this Tuscany apartment are restaurants, a market, and a post office, but towns like Cortona with their ancient tombs and local shops, Lake Trasimeno where you can play water sports, and Siena with all its rich history and culture, are all but a day trip away!

Location
The villa is located within walking distance to the small town of Pozzo della Chiana where you will find restaurants, a market, and a post office. Foiano della Chiana is six kilometers away and features a golf course, restaurants, and shops, but its claim to fame is its annual carnival which first began in the year 1539 and is the oldest in Italy. The four districts of the town (Bombolo, Azzurri, Rustici, and Nottambuli) compete for the Carnival?s Cup by trying to build the most impressive and creative float. The ancient Etruscan town of Cortona is short drive away and is full of art, history, and culture. Tour frescoed churches from the 13th century; explore the original city walls, and then visit an art exhibit in the 16th century fortress. You are also sure to find restaurants featuring delicious Tuscan dishes and ancient tombs dating back to the second century BC. There are plenty of local shops selling antiques, crafts, wines, and olive oils. The beaches of Lake Trasimeno would provide for a pleasant day trip, as well. Here you can go wind surfing, rent a boat, and view the ancient architecture surrounding the waters. Siena is one of Italy's most beautiful cities and it is also close enough for a day trip. It is filled with art, history, and traditions as well as gothic palaces, churches and museums. Explore it all and be sure to visit the monuments like the Museo Civico, Il Duomo, Il Battistero, and the Museo Archeologico Nazionale Etrusco - the list is endless.
Florence: 100 km
Siena: 55 km
Lake Trasimeno: 30 km
Cortona: 25 km
Foiano della Chiana: 6 km
Pozzo della Chiana: 1 km

Exterior Description
(2 hectares) Restored from an ancient 18th century building, this villa is now made up of three independent apartments situated within a large garden of two hectares. Depending on where you are on the grounds, you'll almost always have views of the surrounding valleys and Tuscany countryside. The property features several walkways that lead through a large field of olive trees, fruit trees, and truffle plants. There is a shared swimming pool (8m x 16m) that is surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. Access to the property is via a gravel path and parking is available within the grounds.

Interior Description
(120m2)
First floor:
Second floor: There is a living room with a couch, armchairs, fireplace, and satellite TV, and an adjacent dining area with a table and chairs. The kitchen is equipped a cook-top, oven, dishwasher, and washing machine. There is also a door that leads to a private terrace with a table and chairs.

Features
Available Amenities: Satellite TV, oven, toaster, dishwasher, kettle, iron, washing machine, barbecue, shared swimming pool (open mid April to mid September), parking.
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.
# Cook service: upon request
# Heating: according to consumption
# Maid service: 20 euros/hour

Nearby Attractions: food, markets, shops, post office, Foiano della Chiana (restaurants, shops, annual carnival), Cortona (13th century churches, art exhibits, restaurants, ancient tombs, shops), S. Albino (spas), beaches of Lake Trasimeno (wind surfing, boat rental), Siena.