La Poventa: a beautiful villa with a private pool and large garden

<br>Villa La Poventa stands amid rolling hills dotted with olive trees. The farmhouse, built entirely of stone, was constructed around 1826 and served as the home of the steward of a prominent manor house. Over time, the farmhouse has undergone continuous improvements, transforming it into a splendid, lovingly renovated vacation home equipped with every comfort. Situated on a gentle hill, it offers a splendid view of the Valdichiana stretching all the way to Monte Amiata and the city of Cortona. It’s an excellent starting point for visiting the most famous art cities of central Italy and is just a stone’s throw from the Cortona Archaeological Park. A short 15-minute walk takes you to a butcher shop, mini-market, café, and pharmacy. The fully fenced property consists of a two-story main farmhouse and an annex, nestled within an olive grove of 100 trees, which also features a beautiful garden with a lawn and a swimming pool set among centuries-old olive trees. The winter garden features a dining and relaxation area ideal for all seasons, with sliding glass doors and a splendid view of the surrounding countryside. The farmhouse is laid out as follows: a large dining room with a solid wood table, an extensive English-language library, and a spacious living room with a fireplace, sofa, ceiling fan, and mini-bar. Living room with a billiards table featuring carom or pool pockets, a sofa and armchair, a game table, a fireplace, and access to the Winter Garden. The kitchen features a central island with semi-professional-grade appliances, including an oven, American-style refrigerator, dishwasher, espresso machine, and microwave. The main building contains 5 bedrooms (one with a French-style bed) and 5 bathrooms adjoining the bedrooms. The annex features a spacious Carrara marble kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher, as well as two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Available to guests: an old wood-fired oven for large pizzas with a work surface, sink, and a barbecue with an 80-cm grill. Fully equipped laundry room with a washing machine, sink, ironing board, and iron. The garden and parking area are lit by twilight sensors; there is a large swimming pool (12 meters x 6) with a diving board, Roman steps, and a fountain offering a picturesque view of Cortona. A shaded iron gazebo, a solar-heated shower with hot and cold water, and poolside loungers and deck chairs. Ample covered parking and an additional pergola with a large travertine table overlooking Cortona. A sun terrace with a built-in table overlooking Cortona. And for sports enthusiasts: a concrete ping-pong table shaded by passionflower vines and equipped with lighting, a shaded bocce court, a pool table, a game table with a chess set, and 3 bicycles. For the little ones, there’s a slide and a two-seater swing.