TORRETTA FILOMENA 8

Toscana - Arezzo - CORTONA

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (lease only - CIR CODE: 051017LTN0491). Torretta Filomena. located on a hilltop at 330 m above sea level along one of the numerous white tracks that animate the brilliant Cortona countryside, dominates a landscape immersed in silence, enlivened by the plain of the Val di Chiana with its cultivated fields and green hills topped by picturesque old borghi, with one of the most well-known being Montepulciano. A picturesque rustic painting into which this recently-restored refuge, far from the bustle of everyday life, fits harmoniously. In full respect of the genius loci, the exposed-stone building has preserved intact the charm of the typical Tuscan rural home, once a rustic farm: the rooms are characterised by simplicity and essentiality yet are comfortable and welcoming. The pride of the property is the wonderful manicured garden that surrounds the house, a succession of Mediterranean essences, olive trees, climbing jasmine and bushes of white roses; on one side the exclusive swimming pool offers wonderful panoramic views and full relaxation. Immersed in the brilliant nature of the Val d’Esse, rich in churches, archaeological sites and Renaissance villas, along the stream of the same name which extends to Umbria, the property is just a few minutes from wonderful Cortona. From here you can easily reach the nearby shopping centres and main road links, and you can make many trips seeking culture, typical gastronomy and art towards the major towns of Tuscany, such as Siena, Florence, Arezzo and of nearby Umbria, such as Perugia, Assisi and Orvieto. Short trips will take you to the famous rural borghi around Siena, such as San Gimignano, Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino in the Val d’Orcia and also the magnificent Chianti area.

TORRETTA FILOMENA HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The house has two floors, ending with a turret. The main entrance on the ground floor leads into the living area, consisting of a sitting room with smart TV, a fully-equipped kitchen and a dining room. The floor is completed by a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower. On the first floor, reachable by both internal and external stairs, is a double bedroom (with a 1,50 m wide bed) with en-suite bathroom with tub, a twin bedroom (with joinable beds) served by a bathroom with shower and a hallway with a panoramic study corner. In the turret is a double bedroom and a guest bathroom. The laundry room is located in an annex adjacent to the parking area.

Park:

3,500 sq m of park, enclosed by wire mesh fencing and walls with a minimum height of 1.50 m, frame Torretta Filomena, dotted with lavender and rosemary bushes, roses, lilies, jasmine, peonies and a sea of olive trees that spread out at the back of the house. The garden extends over two terraces. At the level of the driveway is the parking area and the annex with the laundry room. A flight of 14 small steps bordered by lavender bushes leads up to the level of the house and to the dining area covered by a sail, near the entrances to the house. A few steps away is another shaded table and the pool area. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The panoramic swimming pool is located on one side of the house, which is about 20 m away and reached along a level path. The rectangular pool, measuring 12 x 5,5 m with the depth ranging from 1,10 to 2,10 m, is lined in PVC with a stone and terracotta edge. It has salt purification and a metal ladder for access to the water. The cosy lawn solarium area surrounding it is equipped with sunbeds, armchairs, umbrella and a cold-water shower. The pool is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October.

Pets: On request. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week.
Handicap: Not certified structure
Fenced-in property: Sì
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms (mobile air conditioning in the one on the ground floor)
  • internet Wi-Fi connection
  • smart TV
  • bluetooth speaker
  • dishwasher
  • microwave
  • kettle
  • american coffee machine
  • moka coffee machine
  • espresso coffee machine
  • toaster
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • hairdryer
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • mosquito screens in the bedrooms
TO DO

Location and distances


The location is an ideal starting point for who wish to have nice daily trip and sightseeing all over South Tuscany and Umbria as well: being the city of Cortona located not far either from the motorway A1 (exit Valdichiana) and from the freeway Siena-Perugia. Very well known sites like Siena, Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino, Perugia, Assisi and so on can be reached in less than hour driving as well as the hidden and maybe most beautiful corners of this 2 regions. Big cities like Florence or Rome can be easily reached also by train (and we suggest to use it in high season to avoid traffic roads) being Cortona served by 2 train railways stations. Above all we are quite sure that you will fall in love with the ancient atmosphere of this beautiful town. All shops and facilities in the big village of Camucia, nice restaurants, bars, cafes, shops in Cortona. Supermarkets are open also on Sunday morning.

Airport: Perugia 57 km, Firenze 133 km, Pisa 199 km, Roma Fiumicino 241 km, Milano Malpensa 471 km
Train station: Camucia 6 km
Highways: A1 exit Valdichiana 27 km
Shops and services: Pergo 2,5 km, Cortona 5,5 km, Camucia 5,5 km
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea - Castiglione della Pescaia 166 km
Parking: Inside the property
Access roads: 950 m of unpaved road, paved up in the uphill turns. The width is not suitable for vehicles over 2.20 m (camper or caravan)
Attractions within 100 km: Cortona 5,5 km, Lago Trasimeno 20 km, Montepulciano 33 km, Arezzo 34 km, Pienza 54 km, Perugia 49 km, San Quirico d'Orcia 62 km, Gubbio 65 km, Sansepolcro 67 km, Montalcino 72 km, Assisi 73 km, Siena 79 km, Todi 88 km
Altitude: 330 slm

Reviews

9.5 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
10
General cleanliness
10
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Anonimo
9/18/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Yes
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Perfect

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
2/29/2024 - 6/29/2024 4 Nights Everyday
6/29/2024 - 8/31/2024 5 Nights Everyday
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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The price does not include:

  • mandatory extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per week or part of week per animal).
  • Tourism tax (from 01/11 to 30/11 €1,00; from 01/12 to 31/12 and from 01/01 to 31/10 € 2,00 per person for the first 4 days. Please note that children under 12 years old will not pay)

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STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
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  • Covid-19 infections (new)
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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
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COVID-19 EXTRA POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) 40€ each reservation To protect against any risks caused by the Covid-19 emergency, you can purchase the Covid-19 Extra Policy which protects you in the event that you or one of your travel companions are forced to extend your stay or are unable to complete it. In the event of consequences related to the pandemic that occur during your stay, if you sign up to this policy, you can request the following services:
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  • Extended stay guarantee;
  • Hospitalisation allowance;
  • Travel fee reimbursement.

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ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
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  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
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  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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