Tuscany as it once was

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An outdoor seating area with a wooden table and chairs, a bench, and a stone wall.
A rustic stone building with a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers.
A stone building with a wooden door and a window with shutters.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a painting of a landscape.
A rustic room with a stone wall, a wooden door, a bench with cushions, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Cortona, Tuscany
  • Place, Farneta Abbey
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Val di Chiana
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza della Repubblica
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Cortona

Located in Cortona, this apartment is in a rural area. Farneta Abbey and Cortona Archaeological Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Trasimeno and Val di Chiana. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain biking and ecotours.
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Cortona, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Farneta Abbey - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Val di Chiana - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Cortona Cathedral - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • San Domenico Church - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 14 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Camucia-Cortona Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Vannelli - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Relais Il Falconiere Hotel Cortona - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Il Ghiottone - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Bucaccia - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪L'Angolo Cafè Menchetti Point - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tuscany as it once was pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tuscany as it once was?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tuscany as it once was?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tuscany as it once was?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tuscany as it once was located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Farneta Abbey, Val di Chiana and Cortona Archaeological Park. Cortona Cathedral and Santa Maria delle Grazie are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, very clean, prompt communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and would happily book again. The home is clean, well-maintained, and even more beautiful in person than in the photos. The hosts gave us an incredibly warm welcome that included family wine, homemade bruschetta, and dessert wine — it made us feel special from the moment we arrived. We only wished we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A jewel, lovely apartment close to Cortona and surrounding towns. Brilliant hosts, delicious homemade treats upon arrival. Second stay, looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely host family- genuine, generous. Great communication and easy procedure. Central wine-country location. We spent a month in Italy staying in many VRBO s and by far this was the best experience. Would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could give this a rating higher than 5 stars I would! Communication was well done, Lorella met us at the house when we got there and showed us everything and how it worked. The lovely treats left for us were special - Anna Maria's bruschetta, Vin Santo and cantucci, wine from their vineyard, fruit. The accommodation is charming and met all our needs. It simply exceeded all our expectations.We also were very happy with the location. Fratticciola is a small and quite little hamlet, yet Cortona is only a few minutes away. Most of the hilltop towns we wanted to visit were less than an hour away. Between location, the beautiful accommodation and lovely hosts this VRBO is a standout for us!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing apartment and the hosts were so gracious and responsive. 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying in Ann Marie's guest cottage and loved how quiet and comfortable it was. Great location for touring Tuscany.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay !! Beautiful property and people !
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and well equipped with all you’ll need. Would visit this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and very friendly- centrally located buildings in the center of Italy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit is amazing! The owner was waiting by the roadside with her umbrella when we arrived and communicated well with us before, during and after our stay. The unit is nicely apppointed and has many unique and charming features. The owner’s mother lives close by and we chatted with her a few times (she in Italian and us in English but we managed) while coming or going and she is absolutely lovely too! We loved staying here amd would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna Maria and family are very welcoming and extremely accommodating. Location is so very convenient for so many fabulous medieval towns. This villa is in a small farming community and if you enjoy being off the beaten path this is for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful countryside property!

This place was great to stay in! The hosts were very kind and also very helpful. The place was central to the train station and Cortona which was very nice! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and generous hosts, a spacious and spotless home- we loved our stay here and would recommend to all. In a week we visited 8 hill towns - very convenient location! Grazie mille Lorella- sei il migliore!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Casina del Bibo was lovely. Nestled in the countryside near Cortona, this peaceful haven captures the essence of Tuscany. We were greeted warmly and made to feel like family by the hosts and provided with unexpected gifts of delicious food, wine and dessert. The home and surrounding grounds were beautifully cared for, clean and full of charm. We highly recommend this property and would return when exploring Tuscany again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cortona stay

Our hostess was great accessible if needed. The cottage was wonderful, totally clean and well stocked with some food, wine and coffee. We would definitely stay again. A number of restaurants and grocery stores within 15 minute drive
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true Tuscan experience and gorgeous home that felt perfect for our short stay. The beds were comfortable, the fireplace and amenities were great. The little village was perfect too, with a convenience store 100m away. The heating didn't work our first night, but one call to Lorella and it was fixed quickly and kept us toasty warm. There were some lovely goodies left for us on arrival by Anna-Maria and we loved the ducks at the back. A truly charming house and location. Our hosts were amazing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lorella met us at the place. She had wine fruit bruschetta and a homemade dish that was outstanding. I wish I had the recipe. We were in several VRBO’s in Italy and this was so relaxing. Went to Cotona and other small towns and loved it. Mini mart was so convenient 700 meters away
Church
Church
Back yard full of herbs spices and fruit trees
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

I want to move to Tuscany!

It was idyllic, beautiful, clean, we loved the beautiful house and flowers& the fresh apricots and home made wine!! We would come back anytime we could.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Siete stati ospiti graditi! Grazie di tutto e tornate a trovarci!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite stay in Fratticciola

The owner was very nice and provided us with welcoming snacks and wine. The atmosphere is very relaxing.Apart from some quite ducks in the backyard of the neighbour or an occasional barking from a dog you hear almost nothing.Very good spot to explore Cortona, Montepulciano or Pienza and have a quite refuge afterwards.We liked it a lot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extraordinary stay in Tuscany

We really liked our three-week stay in Fratticciola and enjoyed the rural atomosphere, the marvellous house and beautiful garden. We would like to point out the extraordinary hospitality of our hosts and can recommend the property without any doubt. Brigitte and Dirk
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic Charm

The property was homely, rustic and welcoming. The owners did everything to make us comfortable with their own produce and wine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Grazie di tutto, tornate a trovarci!
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