Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81292 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Mountain view

Explore the area

Cortona, Tuscany

Signorelli Theatre8 min drive
Piazza della Repubblica8 min drive
Villa Bramasole10 min drive
Florence (FLR-Peretola)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Halfway up a valley, and commanding breathtaking 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 normally available in June-August only. This house, built over 200 years ago and sensitively restored over the past 40 years by our family, stands in extensive grounds, and features bedrooms with separate entrances making it ideal for groups of friends or families. The grounds 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. The house, garden and parkland covers 1800 square metres (2150 square yards, 0.18 hectares, 0.45 acres) for the exclusive use of guests.

Unlike the many 'agriturismo' options in the area, the house, pool and gardens are for the exclusive use of one set of guests giving a very private and relaxing setting for guests to enjoy the Tuscan countryside. The house has remained true to its setting with its oak beams and traditional furniture. It is house used for 40 years by the owner's family and is comfortable and well maintained but does not pretend to be a hotel (no gold taps!).

The house is set in a fine location for walks and bird watching. Within a 15 minute walk is one of the best wineries in the area (the Barrachi Estate), which does wine tasting and offers fine dining in its restaurant 'Il Falconiere'. There are also local beekeepers, who sell honey from their bees within 10 minutes walk. Seasonal pleasures vary from birdsong and wild flowers in spring and early summer to the olive and grape harvests in autumn. While the house has a rustic setting, shops and supermarkets are only 10 minutes away.

The house is also ideally situated to discover lesser known towns and sites in southern Tuscany and nearby Umbria, the house is also within easy reach of the famous centres with Florence, Siena, Assisi, Montepulciano, Perugia, Orvieto and Arezzo all 30-75 minutes away by car. Lake Trasimeno (water sports, kayaking, swimming) is 30 minutes by car.

Property manager

Casa del Mulino

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor Space

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Not in the house but smoking in the garden is fine

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Cortona

Located in Cortona, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Signorelli Theatre and Museum of the Etruscan Academy are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennis Club Castiglionese and Agricola Buccelletti Winery. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Arezzo Equestrian Centre. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cortona, Tuscany

What's nearby

Signorelli Theatre - 8 min drive
Piazza della Repubblica - 8 min drive
Cathedral of Cortona - 8 min drive
Belvedere - 9 min drive
Villa Bramasole - 10 min drive

Getting around

Camucia-Cortona Station - 10 min drive
Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Nessun Dorma - 8 min drive
Osteria del Teatro - 8 min drive
Ristorante La Loggetta - 8 min drive
Bar La Posta - 8 min drive
Ristorante Taverna Pane e Vino - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Tuscan house with Exclusive Use of House, Garden, Pool and Grounds located?

This family-friendly Cortona vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cathedral of Cortona, Museo Diocesano and Piazza della Repubblica. Casali Palace and Museum of the Etruscan Academy are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Jul 23, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

Loved your home. I will be back again. It's a beautiful home in the countryside surrounded by nature. My family loved it!

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas B.

Oct 1, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

A great week

Positive: - as mentioned by all the other comments, the land is amazing. Many places to enjoy a glass of wine and chill. - private pool with complete privacy - unique design of the property is really great Negative: - house is outdated. - house was not clean - lower floor of the house was just dirty and not prepared for guests. Bathroom unusable, no bed linens, furniture stacked around the bed like it was time for the winter break Overall: The place itself is amazing, but the house is in dire need of a proper cleaning.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mar 16, 2015

Perfect Vacation at Casa del Mulino

My husband and I had a perfect vacation at Casa del Mulino, which is a quiet secluded retreat in the hills of Tuscany near Cortona, but within striking distance of Florence, Perugia, and Siena. We had many memorable meals with a great bottle of local wine at home on the veranda, with spectacular views, but also in Cortona, when we did not feel like cooking. Locally there is great biking and hiking as well as Etruscan ruins. I would highly recommend this to couples but also families, or couples with friends. We definitely want to go back again. The weather in October was warm with only a little bit of rain, but never for an entire day. We would have gone swimming if the pool had not been closed for the season. Casa del Mulino was what made our vacation; it was lovely to come back to after a day touring.

6/10 Okay

Justus S.

Sep 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful property, unfortunately a lot of unused potential.

Positive aspects: - the landlords are nice, reply quick and are always accessible via mail - the view is beautiful, especially from the veranda, our favorite spot where we spent a lot of time - the nearby village Cortona has much to offer: food and bars, churches, art, and a stunning view at it´s top. Also lago trasimeno is around 20 minutes away and also worth a visit - supermarket in camucia (10 min with car) - good connection to florence via train - well equipped kitchen, clean bathrooms Negative: - the property isn´t maintained well and is overgrown, so we didnt spent much time in most parts of it. With a thorough makeover it has much unused potential! The photos provided are probably a bit outdated. - although the kitchen is well equipped, the oven does not work. But there´s a dishwasher, which isn´t mentioned anywhere. - during our stay, there were two big storms in our region, and the house wasn´t ready to deal with that. We had multipe leaks in the roof that dripped onto our stove and the beds. The water on the stove probably caused the first of two power cuts we had during our time here. Like the garden, the house could use a makeover. We also had a second power cut (which wasn´t caused in the house), so we spent around 2 days in total without electricity and 1 day without water (the pump needs electricity to function). But the landlords provided us with a lot of help during this time, which we´re very grateful for! - the downstairs bedroom began to smell the last few days we were here So overall, as said above, the house and property are in theory amazing, but all of it is in dire need of a renovation and needs some of it´s issues fixed.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verena S.

Nov 2, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical and wonderful place

We spent 2 weeks in this magical and wonderful house and garden and are deeply thankful, that Sarah and James shared this place with us! Verena, Charlotte, Friedrich and Hagen Schönfeld

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Casa del Mulino

Novelist and art historian who bought the house to enjoy with family in the heart of Renaissance Italy. The family has many connections to Italy and has had the house for over 40 years.

Why they chose this property

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.

What makes this property unique

The 2000 square metres of the house, gardens and pool are rented for exclusive use of one group. The house and grounds are not overlooked and are very private - something that our family has enjoyed for many years. We enjoy the many countryside walks in the hills, which are also perfect for cycling and horse riding.