Poggio dei Castagni- Cortona
The swimming pool, sculpted into the grounds and set in to the side of the hill, is designed in a way whereby the edge simply “disappears”, into a spectacular backdrop providing the ultimate panorama. Its interior designer owner, with both inside and alfresco living in mind has exquisitely and sensitively restored the house.
Whilst remaining sympathetic to its natural environment, it is a house imbued with a sophisticated yet “comfortable” ambience, and furnished throughout with beautiful, inviting sofas and armchairs, antiques, artefacts, all softened with warm rugs and cushions. The sitting room is smart and spacious, the study with fireplace intimate and cosy, bedrooms spoiling and comfortable, bathrooms characterised by their magnificent free standing old-fashioned bathtubs, two large walk-in showers and spectacular tuscan stone sinks. The spacious kitchen/dining room acts as the social hub of the house; a well equipped and attractive living space which leads onto a covered terrace with a dining table set in a position to enjoy long, lazy evenings whilst enjoying the spectacular views of the hills.
With its two independent cottages within metres from the main house, it is perfect accommodation for family gatherings, or an adult group (most comfortable for a maximum of four couples) who may appreciate the opportunity for their own space. A highly recommended property and early booking is advisable.
Accomodation
Ground Floor: Kitchen/dining room • Sitting room • Study/dressing room • Double bedroom • Shower room
First Floor: Sitting room • Twin bedroom • Twin bedroom • Bathroom • Master double bedroom with bathroom ensuite.
Separate Annexe: Twin bedroom with shower room en suite.
Separate Annexe: Double bedroom with shower room en suite.
Facilities
Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Basic Italian Sky Satellite TV, DVD, Stereo/CD Player, Telephone, Heating (payable locally), Barbecue, Pizza Oven.
Private Infinity Pool
12m x 6m, 1.2m - 2.2m deep with built-in steps. The pool is open from mid May until mid September . Outside these dates, the pool can be opened on request for an extra charge. Infinity Pool:
Welcome Provisions Included
A welcome gesture to offer you a drink after your journey; tea or coffee and biscuits, wine or juice and a snack. They are not sufficient for an entire meal. Owners will also generally leave a few other items such as some salt, sugar, oil, bin bags and toilet paper.
Food Hamper
Can be arranged for an additional cost and service charge payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party.
Cook Service
On request,payable locally.
Shopping
We suggest you stop on the way and shop for ‘basics’ and food for breakfast for Sunday and Monday mornings. Most shops will be closed on Sunday, though in the height of summer, the large COOP supermarket in Camucia (25 mins away) should be open for a few hours on Sunday morning. There may also be other shops open on a Sunday, but nothing is certain. If you are arriving late (planes can be delayed), we recommend you order a Food Hamper to tide you over the weekend
Please bear in mind that the arrangements outlined above are an extra.
Linen and Towels
Provided once per week on Saturday. Extra changes are available on request for an additional charge.
Maid Service
2 hours, 6 days a week.
Services
Facts
Airports
Perugia 60 kms, Florence 110kms, Pisa 190kms, Rome 210kms
Amenities
Nearest shops in Montenare 3kms, Supermarket at Camucia 10kms, riding and watersports at Lake Trasimeno 30kms, Tennis club Cortona 15kms
Mainline Station
Camucia 10kms
Places of Interest
Cortona 15kms, Perugia 60kms, Orvieto 120kms, Assisi 80kms
Price
Starting at £2970
Contact The Villa People
Please e-mail us at info@thevillapeople.com, or "click here" to visit our contact us page.