Exquisite Vacation in Tuscany, Former 11th Century Presbytery Cortona Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 4935

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Location: Cortona, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Tuscan Countryside about half way between Florence & Rome) View Map

Accommodations:  Villa, 7 Bedrooms + Den, 5 Baths (Sleeps 15-18)

Sant'Andrea near Cortona, Italy is beautifully restored and exquisitely furnished in antiques, antique reproductions, and oriental carpets. The property dates from the 11th Century and rests on seven private acres of olive groves and fruit trees.

On the ground floor there are two full kitchens, one with antique functional wood burning oven, a breakfast room with open fire grill and antique stone carved sink, a formal dining room with antique fireplace, formal living room, large casual living room (includes a sleeper sofa), large portico dining area and one full bathroom. The home has six bedrooms (the master bedroom with antique fireplace and private bathroom), and two additional bathrooms on the upper level. It also has a separate Guest House on the property accommodating two adults and up to two children with a sleeper sofa. It is fully air conditioned.

The pool and the roof-top terrace above the Guest House serve as a perfect place for a glass of wine with a view over the Chiana Valley. There is plenty of outdoor furniture for large group dining. Pets are not allowed, smoking outside the house only is allowed. There is a bocce court, bicycles and hammock outdoors, with plenty of outdoor furniture at pool side.

Included in our rates: our fully planted and maintained organic vegetable and fruit garden; luxury linens; cleaning at departure; utilities such as water, gas and electricity, and internet use but do not include telephone, cell phone, air-conditioning usage and heat for the pool. A Voice over IP telephone is provided making calls to the USA, Canada, and many countries in Europe free of charge.

Located within seven minutes from Cortona, and within walking distance of the train station of Terontola, Sant'Andrea is very centrally located for those who wish to explore Tuscany's wine regions or for taking day trips to Rome or Florence. Major highways are a two mile drive.

We also offer many special services like your own private cook or massage,and children's programs. Please visit our website for more information (see below under "Additional Web Information").

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Covered Parking
  • Off Street Parking
  • Wood Fireplace: Fire wood provided at no additional cost.
  • Wood Stove
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Convertible Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library: Large video library in English, also some children's videos.
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library
  • Private Pool
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Professional 9 burner gas stove, large refrigerator, dishwasher and very good knives and provisions.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Catering Available: Private cook available, please inquire. Wine bar and wine tastings available.
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Our Guesthouse has a rooftop terrace with lounge furniture.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Views over the Valdichiana and Mt. Amiata from various locations on the property.
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance: We have two voice over ip telephones, one with Vonage service, the other with Magic Jack. Both make calls to the USA and Canada free of charge to our guests.
  • Cell Phone: A cell phone is available to guests. Charges for useage apply.
  • Computer
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Fully Air-Conditioned, 4 antique Fireplaces, Antique wood-burning oven, Phones, Cellular phones, 2 Full Kitchens, 1 kitchenette, 3 Microwaves, 2 Dishwashers, 3 Refrigerators, 2 Washers, Large outdoor dining table (seats 16)and other outdoor furniture, tree swing and hammoock, 4 mountain bicycles
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Mountain Bikes on location, Tennis nearby, Fishing nearby at Lake Trasimeno, Hunting nearby, Wildlife Viewing and excellent bird watching on property, Horseback Riding nearby, Shopping nearby, Excellent Restaurants nearby, Museums in Cortona and surrounding area, Sightseeing tours available, Swimming at property, Windsurfing at Lake Trasimeno

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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First week of November to last week of March  $6000/week.
First week of April to last week of October   $8000/week.
Rates are weekly Saturday to Saturday, includes both Villa and Guest House.
Rates include cleaning at departure, the fully furnished villa and guest house.
Rates do not include telephone, air-conditioning, or heating of swimming pool.
Fall/Winter of 2009-2010 we will close for restoration work.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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