Front view of farmhouse
Location: Cortona, Arezzo Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (In hills very near Cortona. Airports Pisa, Florence, Rome)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Farmhouse
Halfway up a valley and commanding breath-taking views over the rolling landscape of the Val di Chiana to the mountain range dominated by Monte Amiata, the Casa del Mulino enjoys a secluded setting with no buildings overlooking the house or swimming pool. Pool available most months. See website for more details.
This farmhouse, built over 200 years ago and sensitively restored over the past 30 years, stands in extensive grounds. These include a 'secret garden' with statues and surrounded by a wisteria-covered pergola, classically inspired parkland with a 'temple' and monuments, and a woodland hollow with a stream running through it and flowers on its banks.
It is a fine location for walks and bird watching. Ideally situated to discover lesser known towns and sites in southern Tuscany and nearby Umbria, it is also within easy reach of such famous centres as Siena, Assisi, Arezzo, Cortona, Perugia, and Florence. Seasonal pleasures vary from birdsong and wild flowers in spring and early summer to the grape harvest in autumn.
In addition to the extensive shopping resources of Cortona/Camucia some 3 kilometres away (and designer outlets in the area), there are local bars and shops, including a pharmacy, and a regular bus route all within 15 minutes' walking distance at the bottom of the valley.
The house can accommodate from two to eight people with one group only at a time and no shared facilities. Costs are scaled according to numbers renting the property, and payment can be in sterling or euros.
May and June are the best months for fireflies and nightingales and for the garden. The roses and blue and white flowers in the 'secret garden' are at their best. The grape harvest starts from mid-September and there are pomegranates in the hedgerows.
Some comments from previous guests:
Our stay at the Casa del Mulino was delightful. I especially enjoyed the gardens and the sculptures contained within them. Barbara C., USA
Casa del Mulino is a delightful retreat nestled in the hills near Camucia, Italy. It is close to many amenities and within easy reach of Cortona, Arezzo, or Perugia by car and Rome or Florence by rail. The main house can accommodate 6-8 people comfortably, with plentiful gardens and trails, olive groves and vineyards. It is a wonderful location to relax with a good book, or to use as a base for exploring on day-trips. Richard and Beverly W., Canada
We shall visit the house again. It is such a beautiful place. Thank you so much for renting it out, and for putting in so much effort to make it the place it is. I have loaded our pictures onto Facebook, and we have received so many comments from friends! We all enjoyed our stay so much – the house and garden are just magical! Jackie H., UK
The gardens are absolutely stunning and a real tribute to your hard work and we thoroughly enjoyed them…
Graham B., UK
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided : Due to the lack of laundry facilities in the area, we encourage guests to bring their own linen. We can provide linen for 15 Euros per person.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony : Veranda with stunning views of an extinct volcano
- Lanai : Veranda with stunning views of an extinct volcano
- Gazebo (4) : Four stone tables in separate locations sheltered by vines and virginia creeper
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Views of Monte Amiata and the Chiana Valley
- Other Amenities
- Extensive parkland with stream, gardens in front and behind house, wood-fired pizza oven
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly : Lots of space for children to explore including small stream, olive groves and sandpit
- Smoking Not Allowed : Outdoors but not in house
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros or GB Pounds)
Dates: to end May | June + July | September | Oct onwards
1-2 people .. Euro 450/wk | Euro 690/wk | Euro 480/wk | Euro 450/wk
3-6 people .. Euro 600/wk | Euro 900/wk | Euro 630/wk | Euro 600/wk
7-8 people .. Euro 750/wk | Euro 1080/wk | Euro 780/wk | Euro 750/wk
Both Euros and GB Pounds accepted
Euro 120 additional charge for bookings of a single week.
Discounts available for bookings of more than 4 weeks
Refundable deposit of 120 Euros
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1974
Novelist and art historian who bought the house to enjoy with family in the heart of Renaissance Italy.
Why the Owner Chose Cortona
The location is quiet, private and secluded but with great views and plenty of space for children to play safely. The hillside setting is perfect in the hotter months with cooling breezes. Many of the major sights are within an hour's drive in all directions. Shops and train station (to Rome, Florence) are only a 10 minute drive away. Close to Cortona, a fascinating and bustling town with Etruscan origins, which regularly holds artistic, musical and culinary festivals.
The Unique Benefits of this Farmhouse
The property and pool is rented for exclusive use of one group and is not overlooked so very private. There are many countryside walks in the hills and also perfect for cycling and horse riding.
Property Photos
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- Front view of farmhouse
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- View from the house across the Chiana plain towards an extinct volcano
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- Sitting room on the upper floor of the house
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- View of swimming pool (loungers, chairs and tables out of view) - 9.1 x 4.4 m
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- Upper floor bedroom
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- View of private parkland (exclusive use) around the house
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- Large room on the lower floor with traditional furniture
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- View of one of the terraces with olive trees and vines
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- View of the Orchard Room with views of the garden behind the house
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- Kitchen in traditional Tuscan style which opens on to veranda
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- View of the valley showing the secluded setting of the house
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- View of wisteria walk in Spring
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- View of the private drive leading to house with florentine lilies (Spring)
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- Plan of the house (not to exact scale)
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- Lower bathroom
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- Garden behind the house
Traveler Reviews (2)
Favourite vacation spot!
Guest: Family of 5
(Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 09/20/10
We have stayed in this farmhouse twice now (2008 and 2010) and plan to do so again. It is clean, the setting is very private, the walks are amazing and the porch the perfect place to drink coffee in the morning and wine in the evening. A car is beneficial as the surrounding villages are beautiful to visit. You are close to the train station but would need a taxi to get to the farmhouse. The downstairs bedrooms have a separate entrance, which was perfect for our teenagers. I have already recommended this property to others. I cannot say enough about how accommodating the owners have been to us and how prompt they are at answering questions.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+.
Guest: Various guests
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Date of Stay: 06/01/10
Review Submitted: 06/23/10
We shall visit the house again. It is such a beautiful place. Thank you so much for renting it out, and for putting in so much effort to make it the place it is. I have loaded our pictures onto Facebook, and we have received so many comments from friends! We all enjoyed our stay so much – the house and garden are just magical! Jackie H., UK. Our stay at the Casa del Mulino was delightful. I especially enjoyed the gardens and the sculptures contained within them. Barbara C., USA. Casa del Mulino is a delightful retreat nestled in the hills near Camucia, Italy. It is close to many amenities and within easy reach of Cortona, Arezzo, or Perugia by car and Rome or Florence by rail. The main house can accommodate 6-8 people comfortably, with plentiful gardens and trails, olive groves and vineyards. It is a wonderful location to relax with a good book, or to use as a base for exploring on day-trips. Richard and Beverly W., Canada.
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