Farmhouse in Valdichiana, near Cortona (Arezzo). Sleeps 5, swimming pool, garden, barbecue, Internet connection. Riding stables and tennis courts in proximity.
Description
The farmhouse stands in the countryside around Cortona (Arezzo), in Valdichiana. In the origin, the building was a small church erected in the Middle Ages, which was then transformed into a traditional Tuscan farmhouse after 1577. Of the ancient building of worship it has maintained a series of truss-beams, a peculiar bell-shaped window and fresco representing Saint Sylvester, to whom the church was entitled. The loggia on the first floor offers a wonderful view over Valdichiana.
The farmhouse is an excellent accommodation for those who want to relax in the Tuscan countryside but also for those who dream of sporty holidays: a riding stable and a tennis club are, in fact, just a few kilometres from the estate.
The Outdoors
The wide garden that surrounds the building is furnished with tables, chairs and deck chairs.
About 20 metres from the house is the swimming pool (11x5 m). The swimming pool is shared with the owners, who live nearby and will be glad to help their guests in case of need.
The house features also an external loggia and a paved terrace with the barbecue equipment.
Accommodation
The two-storey farmhouse sleeps 5 people in 1 double-bedded room, 1 twin-bedded room and 1 single room, and 2 bathrooms.
On the ground floor are the kitchen, a large living room with fireplace, a storeroom, and a bathroom with shower.
The sleeping area is on the first floor, which composes of a double-bedded room, a room with two single beds that can be united to create a double bed, a single bedroom and a bathroom with bathtub.
An external stone stair leads to the first floor. Here, the loggia overlooks Valdichiana.
Facilities
The farmhouse is provided with swimming pool, barbecue, Internet connection, TV set, working fireplace, fridge, freezer, oven, washing machine and hair dryer.
A cook is at guests` disposal upon request.
The estate has also an uncovered car park.
Services
Shops, restaurant and a bus stop are in Camucia (2 km).
A riding stable and a tennis club are 2 kilometres from the estate.
Distances
Camucia 2 km - Arezzo 32 km - Montepulciano 32 km - Lake Trasimeno 34 km - Pienza 46 km - Chianciano Terme 58 km - Anghiari 61 km - Sansepolcro 65 km - Siena 74 km - Florence 116 km. Florence airport 138 km - Pisa airport 196 km.
Access to the Farmhouse
The farmhouse is easily reached via a tarmac road. The 100-metre unsurfaced road in the estate is well tended.
Location of the farmhouse in Tuscany
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Excellente qualité d'accueil! La maison est très agréable ainsi que le jardin, maison à recommander!!!
Una casa muy bonita, el propietario muy atento y amable. Nos han ayudado en todo. La casa muy limpia. Muy buena ubicación para visitar otros pueblos y ciudades. Magnífica elección.
The owners, Paolo and Carla were very friendly and were always happy to assist when required.