Location: Cetona, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Cetona is in Tuscany, Centrally and Conveniently Located)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
La Terazza is a vacation property located in Cetona, Italy in the Southern Tuscany region of Italy. Located less than two hours from Rome and Florence, La Terazza is centrally located for exploring all of Tuscany and central Italy. Siena, Montepulciano, Orvieto, Assisi are just some of the cities that are only a short drive away.
Cetona is a quintessential medieval Tuscan Hill town with fewer than three thousand inhabitants. Located within the quiet pedestrian only historic town center, La Terazza provides refined modern amenities the discriminating traveler expects with the culture and flavor one can only find in a medieval town. The main piazza with its shops, stores, cafes and restaurants is located only minutes away by foot. Wander the winding streets of the town and savor the breathtaking views of the Tuscan hillsides, or relax in the garden and terraces that make La Terazza so unique.
La Terazza is entered through a private courtyard on the street level A limestone and steel table and six chairs are located in the courtyard for Al Fresco dining and entertaining. On the ground level there is a living room and dining area with a fireplace and separate kitchen area. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, gas range, toaster oven, coffeemaker etc. Comfortably sleeping six people there is a master bedroom suite with a private full bath on the second floor and two additional bedrooms on the third level that share a full bathroom located on the second floor. Access to the terrace and gardens is from the third level. A small bistro table and two lounges are located on the terrace. A private passage from the terrace leads to a small gate that opens onto a small side street.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washing machine is located in the Cantina that is accessed from the ground level cortile.
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace: Wood for the fireplace is provided with your rental
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : There are 2 master suites with queen sized beds
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : There is a third bedroom with 2 single beds
- Child Bed: Child bed or large crib is available upon request
- Crib: A 'Pack-n-Play' is provided
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): TV is located in the ground floor living room, and is connected to European and US DVD players.
- DVD (2)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchen has a full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster oven, coffee maker, gas range and oven.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Catering Available: A private cook and additional housekeeping services are available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (3) : There is a large private ground floor cortile that has a dining table and chairs along with a sun umbrella. The upper floor opens out onto two terrace and garden spaces, for which the property is named - La Terazza. Fresh vegetables from the garden are available in season. Enjoy discreet privacy in the cortile, or expansive views over the rooftops into the Tuscan countryside from the upper terraces. The gardens and terraces are a unique and rare find for a house located in the historic Centro (center) of Italian Hill Towns.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: From the upper terraces, you have views across the valley to the hilltop towns of Chiusi and Citta della Pieve. La Rocca rises up behind the Terraces.
- Other Amenities
- 2 Bicycles, lounge chairs, beach umbrellas are available. Central heating system allows year round use and enjoyment.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Cetona has every possible attribute that a trip to Tuscany requires... fabulous restaurants, shops, museums, local wine, cheeses and meats, but without any crowds or traffic. The Centro of Cetona is pedestrian only and very compact and accessible. The main piazza transforms itself on a weekly basis for market day on Saturday, and numerous festivals and celebrations occur throughout the year. The locals are warm and inviting and welcome you to their slice of paradise.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Minimum Rental Period is weekly from Sat-Sat
High Season (Jun, Jul & Aug) ... $1500/week
Mid Season (Apr-May & Sep–Nov).. $1400/week
Low Season (Balance of Year).... $1200/week
Easter Week & Christmas-New Year Based on Mid Season Rates
Please inquire about shorter or longer stays based on availability
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View of Cetona - Cetona Vacation House short walk to Cafes and Restaurants
- View from Upper Terrace at La Terazza - Cetona Vacation House short walk to Cafes and Restaurants
- Private Ground Floor Cortile at La Terazza - Cetona Vacation House short walk to Cafes and Restaurants
- Ground Floor Living Room
- Guest Bedroom
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