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Six splendid holiday flats close Cortona
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Rental Price490 Euro per object per weekPrice includes following expenses
Description of objectVilla Cuiano is a recently refurbished former colonial-style house set on the hill of Castello di Perle. The house has maintained its original Tuscan style with exposed beams and architraves in chestnut wood and stone fireplaces from the 18th century.**************************** There are 5 apartments: La Loggia, La Stalletta, La Stalla, La Loggetta, La Cantina and the Casa Luca house. All the units are independent, have their own heating system and four of them have a fireplace. You'll find satellite TV, a stereo system, CD player and fully equipped kitchen in all our apartments. **************************** Casa LUCA (3bdr-1bath) Three double bedrooms (one with double bed, two with two twins), one bathroom; accommodates 6. Casa Luca is a typical Tuscan rural house with a loggia in front. There is a dining-sitting room with sofa, armchairs and old stone fireplace; the kitchen is off to one side and a bedroom (with double bed) is off to the other. Another bedroom and the bathroom can be reached from the kitchen, and a brief staircase leads to the mansard bedroom for children. **************************** LA Stalletta(2bdr-2bath) Two double bedrooms (one with double bed, one with two twins), two bathrooms; accommodates 4. In front of the entry there is a courtyard paved with old stones where you can dine alfresco or relax outside. Entering, you find the equipped kitchen and a small dining area. Then, there is the sitting room with armchairs and one bedroom and bathroom. At the top of the stairs there is the other bedroom and bathroom as well as a terrace with a view of the hills. **************************** LA Stalla(2bdr-1bath) Two double bedrooms (one with double bed, one with two twins), one bathroom; accommodates 4. This apartment is on the ground floor facing the garden. There is a sitting room with fireplace, sofa and armchairs. Due to the size of this room, it is often used by groups for dining together. The kitchen is equipped for groups also and has a dishwasher. The bedrooms are spacious and airy. The bathroom is accessible for handicapped guests. **************************** LA Loggetta(1bdr-1bath) One double bedroom, one bathroom; accommodates 2. You reach this unit by an external stair. Once inside you find a sitting room with sofa and old stone fireplace, and the equipped kitchen. The large bedroom and spacious, airy bathroom are separated from the living area by a door. **************************** LA Cantina(1bdr-1bath) One double bedroom, one bathroom; accommodates 2. This unit is particularly suitable for a couple. The entry is near the garden and once inside you find the built-in kitchen and sitting room with armchairs and large antique table. The sleeping area includes a spacious, cool bedroom where an afternoon rest on a warm summer day is truly pleasant. The bathroom has a bath tub. **************************** LA Loggia(3bdr-2bath) Three double bedrooms (two with double bed, one with two twins), two bathrooms; accommodates 6. A stone staircase leads to the covered terrace (loggia) from which there is a view of the Pierle castle. From here you enter the apartment. There is a sitting room with sofa, armchairs and old stone fireplace, and through an arch there is the kitchen. At the top of the stairs there are the three bedrooms. One bathroom is for the master bedroom and the other bedrooms share the other one. Location of objectThe 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.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, owned by the same family as the Villa -- and 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. Town: Italy, Cortona, Mercatale di CortonaCortona, 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 distancesArrival day: SaturdayDistance to next airport: Florence 140 Km Distance to next trainstation: Terontola 20 Km Distance to next motorway: Tuoro 12 Km Distance to next shop: 4 Km Sport facilities nearbyCanoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Mountainbiking, Swimming, Tennis,Theme of holidays
Total sleeping facilities and distributionTotal number of sleeping facilities: 12
BathroomsNo. of bathrooms: 8
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