Location: Cortona, Arezzo Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Le Contesse area on the Cortona hillside)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Farm
Fully restored 400 year old farmhouse with 11 terraces on the Cortona hillside. New private swimming pool, olive oil and wine from the property to enjoy. Terrific views of the Val di Chiana and Cortona. You can decide on complete privacy and quiet rest or a walk to town to enjoy restaurants, museums, theatres, festivals and more.
The house used in the movie Under the Tuscan Sun is the second driveway over.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Monument View
- Communications
- Cell Phone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Guests are welcome to enjoy olive oil and wine produced at Casa Helena. Please take whatever fruit and nuts are in season from trees on the property. In summer there is a vegetable garden with fresh herbs, tomatoes and lettuces.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Our neighbor is a falconer and will provide a wonderful show of his predatory birds; eagles, owls, hawks and falcons.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Oct ............ $2800./week High season
Apr, Nov ........... $2100.week Mid season
Dec-Mar ............ $1600. week Mid season
Rental period is Saturday to Saturday. We accept Paypal.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Casa Helena - Tuscany Vacation Rental
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- Marble table in the garden - Tuscany Vacation Rental
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- View from the loft bedroom - Tuscany Vacation Rental
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- Val di Chiana View
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- View of Cortona from house
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- Master bedroom with antique armoire and bureau
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- Downstairs bedroom
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- Second bedroom with two twins
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- Formal dining table
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- Kitchen with fireplace for cooking if you want
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- Pizza makings
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- View from garden
Traveler Reviews (2)
What an amazing home!
Guest: La Principessa
(Coronado, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
Casa Helena is exactly as described, and more! It's an absolutely idyllic spot and the perfect launching point to explore Tuscany. Or just sit by the pool and read. It has every amenity you could hope for in a vacation rental- the owners have clearly thought of every little detail to make guests feel welcome. Arranging our stay was extremely easy and everyone involved was as helpful and attentive as if it was a 5 star hotel. My only complaint is that I had to leave!
Owner response:Thank you Sophie you were a great guest
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Carter and Mary Newton
(Tucson, AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/06/06
Review Submitted: 09/06/06
What a dream our July week at your home in Cortona was; we were in the pool daily, hiked the surroundings thoroughly and walked to town in the evenings for meals. It was the highpoint of our tour and we will plan to return each summer. You need to sell your olive oil, seriously. It was the best we have tasted. Thanks again, The Newtons
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