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Accommodation Cortona Tuscany |
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Calcinaio |
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You can really experience the charm and beauty of Cortona, from this "Under the Tuscan Sun" villa accommodation in Tuscany. It is located just off of the road leading to the town. From this holiday villa in Tuscany there are lovely views of the surrounding hills. Day trips to Arezzo, Siena, Southern Tuscany and Umbria are all possible from this centrally located villa to rent. At the same time, you can enjoy close access to a beautiful town for your morning cappuccino or evening stroll.
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This stone farmhouse is situated in a panoramic location with splendid views over the Chiana Valley and over the ancient church of S. Maria delle Grazie al Calcinaio. The property is very close to the center of Cortona, a beautiful small medieval town whose origins date back to the Etruscan period. The access to the house is through an unpaved but well-kept road. The road for Cortona passes approx. 50 m away from the property. There is parking within the grounds.
Siena: 50km
Perugia: 50km
Arezzo: 30km
Camucia: 4km
Cortona: 1km
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(300 m2) The house has been recently restored but still preserves many of its original details such as the ancient terracotta tile floors. There is a terraced garden. There is a nice table with chairs in the garden for outdoor dinners. There is a small but very charming stone pool (6m x 3 m, max. depth 1.5 m) with Jacuzzi area.
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(150 m2) The house is tastefully furnished with some antique pieces.
Ground floor: There is an entrance, living-room with satellite TV, fireplace, and a dining area. The kitchen is equipped with oven, refrigerator/freezer, and dishwasher and has a fireplace and dining area. There is a bedroom with a single bed. and a bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub.
1st floor (accessed by an internal wooden staircase and an external stone staircase): There is a double bedroom, a twin-bedded room, and a bathroom with Jacuzzi shower.
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Available amenities: Laundry room with washing machine, drying rack, iron, and ironing board; air-conditioning in all the bedrooms; small pool with hydromassage and jacuzzi.
Extra Services: Housekeeping available on request (15 euros per hour to be paid on the spot).
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Oct-14-2006 - Dec-23-2006
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$1,287
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1 wk
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Dec-23-2006 - Jan-06-2007
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$1,713
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1 wk
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Jan-06-2007 - Apr-07-2007
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$1,337
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1 wk
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Apr-07-2007 - Apr-14-2007
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$1,795
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1 wk
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Apr-14-2007 - Apr-28-2007
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$1,337
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1 wk
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Apr-28-2007 - Jun-02-2007
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$1,561
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1 wk
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Jun-02-2007 - Jun-30-2007
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$1,795
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1 wk
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Jun-30-2007 - Aug-25-2007
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$2,244
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1 wk
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Aug-25-2007 - Sep-29-2007
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$1,795
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1 wk
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Sep-29-2007 - Oct-13-2007
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$1,561
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1 wk
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Oct-13-2007 - Dec-22-2007
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$1,337
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1 wk
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Dec-22-2007 - Jan-05-2008
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$1,795
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1 wk
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Based on 5 Reviews |
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Overall
Peace and Quiet
View
Outside Area
Living Room
Kitchen
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
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Show All 5 Reviews |
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Overall:
The owners were wonderful - very warm, helpful, and generous. The place was exactly what we had hoped for, and we've already recommended it to several friends. If you want to stay at this property, better reserve it soon, before we do! We now consider it a base for our central Italy travel.
Enjoyed Most:
The house itself was creatively and lovingly restored. Everything was designed well, and worked perfectly. The place was lush and very private, and the photos on the website don't do it justice. There was nothing that we needed that wasn't there. The views from the home were gorgeous, and the location was ideal for exploring both Tuscany and Umbria.
Unpleasant Surprises:
The only drawback of any kind was in getting into and out of the driveway onto the road. There are two ways in. We found the lower driveway far easier and safer to enter and exit from. Using the mirrors located at the exits is a good practice, and once familiar with them, we got more comfortable with the process.
Surrounding Area:
There was history, geographic beauty, and art in every direction...something for every taste. The roads over the eastern hills to Umbertide were filled with beautiful farms and rolling countryside. The tourist hordes weren't crushing, and in the rare instances when there were crowds in Assisi and San Gimignano, the places themselves were so delightful that it scarcely mattered.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Cortona and Camucia were both within walking distance, although the route to go to either was along a somewhat busy road, so we didn't walk to either one. There was plenty of walking to be done once we got to the towns anyway, so it wasn't a detraction.
Tips or Restaurants:
For a small group, maximum of 4, the home is wonderful, and for a honeymoon like ours, it's even better. La Bucaccia Trattoria in Cortona is outstanding. The weekly farmers market in downtown Camucia is excellent. A morning Bomba and Cappuccino at Vannelli's in Camucia are as good as anywhere in Tuscany.
Check In Out:
The owners were punctual and reliable in being where they agreed to be when we checked in and out. They explained all details very well, and were very accommodating.
October, 2004
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Enjoyed Most:
The location and the overall quality of the house and contents. The owners were delightful and attentive, helping us secure a dentist appointment when one of us broke a tooth. One member was especially helpful in exchanging text messages with me to make sure we were getting on okay and to help me with my Italian. As a matter of personal taste, I would rather the owners increase the rent than have add-on charges for usage of utilities, firewood and the like. It's not a big thing. In fact, we probably benefitted from paying for the electricity based on usage because there were only two of us, and we were away from the house a lot. I would just prefer to pay the rent and forget about the rest
Unpleasant Surprises:
The turn onto the road up to Cortona.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Cortona was nearby, but walking to town is impracticable, given the traffic.
Tips or Restaurants:
If you are American, bring ziplock plastic bags.
October, 2004
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Overall:
This property was a wonderful home away from home. The owners are gracious hosts and the house is beautifully maintained and comfortable. Our experience was wonderful...one of the best vacation homes we've stayed in.
Enjoyed Most:
The location. It was very close to Cortona and also centrally located in Tuscany for convenient day trips. The view was spectacular and the house was much better than the photographs. It was exquisitely restored and meticulously maintained. The garden and the stone dipping pool overlooking the church of Santa Maria Calcinaio and the Val di Chiana were a highlight.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Getting in and out off the main road was tricky. While within walking distance to Cortona, it was necessary to walk along a busy road.
Surrounding Area:
Cortona is centrally located to key sites in Tuscany and Umbria. The train station in Camucia is easy to get to and offers easy and convenient day trip access to Florence.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Cortona was the nearest town. We were there for the Tuscan Sun Festival in Cortona during the first two weeks of August...wonderful concerts. One could walk, but it was on a busy road.
Tips or Restaurants:
The kitchen was well-provisioned and the supermarket in Camucia had everything we needed. If staying in the summer, you might want to bring one or two beach towels for the pool.
August, 2004
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