Cortona holiday apartment: Countryside near Cortona

Summary of The Cottage Flat 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2

Cortona apartment rental - Approach to the Cottage Flat
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Description Apartment, 40 m²,
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom
Facilities mountain, rural, pool, garden, terrace, pets considered
Rates per property
Set rates in Euros
€800 - €995/week 
GBP Conversion - Estimated
£702 - £873/week 
Kate Underwood
+39 0575-691040
+39 0575-603759
Speaks: English, Italian
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Photos and Description of this Cortona holiday apartment 1 unit with 2 beds, 2 baths, sleeps 2 couples or family; 1 unit sleeps a couple

Nestling high in a wooded Tuscan hillscape, with panoramic mountain views, the flats in this robust ivyclad house offer away-from-it-all tranquillity, 2 km off the beaten track, with parking, and only 20 minutes from bustling medieval Cortona. 'The Cottage Flat with Studio' sleeps 2 couples or a family of 4/5. The Cottage Flat' on its own sleeps 1 couple (baby or dog no extra). Exceptionally 'The Studio' may be booked by itself to sleep 1 person. With tiled floors and Tuscan beamed ceilings, the flats are artistically arranged, with thoughtfully well equipped cooking zones, pleasing patios and generous outside spaces (see our personal website - details on request). A short stroll from the house, the sundrenched infinity pool (11m x 5m) is exceptionally secluded, with views of the hills all around which offer unlimited walking and mountain biking. Site seeing in this part of Tuscany is particularly good. Please email us to request our website details.

Details for The Cottage Flat 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom

The Cottage Flat is a spacious unit with a pleasing double bedroom, generous lounge/kitchen/diner and bathroom, ideal for a couple of 2, on honeymoon or any other holiday. When rented in this way to one couple, no other bookings are accepted, affording peace and privacy to an unusual degree. Inside, character beamed ceilings, exposed stone and wood enhance the atmosphere. There is comfortable seating and a well equipped kitchenette, pine dining table etc. A modern woodstove provides additional warmth in winter. All windows have modern fly screens. Patios and viewing meadows are equipped with wooden furniture and benches for your comfort. A short stroll from the house, 150 metres along a grassy terrace, our secluded family 'infinity' pool with its saline water is equipped with further loungers, shades and pine-clad changing cabin. See our website 'wildlife' page for details of indigenous species in and around the area.
Cortona apartment rental - Ivy clad house

Ivy clad house
Cortona apartment rental - Secluded 'infinity' pool (11x5m) with saline water

Secluded 'infinity' pool (11x5m) with saline water
Cortona apartment rental - Approach to the Cottage Flat

Approach to the Cottage Flat
Cortona apartment rental - Cottage Flat: South Bedroom

Cottage Flat: South Bedroom
Cortona apartment rental - Comfortable seating in the Cottage Flat

Comfortable seating in the Cottage Flat
Cortona apartment rental - Cottage Flat Kitchen

Cottage Flat Kitchen

Cortona apartment rental - Studio Space

Studio Space
Cortona apartment rental - Afternoon Patio

Afternoon Patio
Cortona apartment rental - Cottage Flat: North Bedroom

Cottage Flat: North Bedroom
Cortona apartment rental - Steps to Studio Mezzanine

Steps to Studio Mezzanine
Cortona apartment rental - Studio Kitchen

Studio Kitchen
Cortona apartment rental - Breakfast Patio

Breakfast Patio

Location: Cortona in Italy

Nearest Airport: Florence at 105 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Livorno at 150 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Camucia-Cortona at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Sinalunga-Bettole at 30 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 12 Kilometres
Car: necessary
In a secluded and unspoilt location, 20 minutes' drive above and beyond the medieval hill town of Cortona in South East Tuscany, our tiny mountain hamlet perches on the side of a wooded Tiber tributary valley, with views across Umbria to the Apennines. Apart from historic Cortona, with its Renaissance treasures and imaginative Etruscan museum, tempting day trips by car include Assisi, Perugia, Siena, Gubbio and Arezzo ,while Rome and Florence lie under 2 hours away by fast train. Local wine, olive oil, pecorino cheese and wild boar sausage can be sampled in the trattorias or tasted at the cantinas of Montepulciano/Montalcino and in the many specialist outlets. Art afficionados will appreciate the proximity to works not found in the Uffizi, viewable in their original context, frescoes for example by Piero della Francesca. This area, crisscrossed by St Francis, boasts many sites dedicated to him and to Cortona's own saint, Margarita. Music, art and gastronomic festivals abound.

Availability for this holiday apartment rental in Cortona, Italy

Updated:
Feb 8, 2010
Changeover Day: negotiable
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Rental Rates for this holiday apartment in Cortona, Italy

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
Low Season 02 January 2010 - 26 March 2010 €800 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 27 March 2010 - 28 May 2010 €900 - - 1 Week
High Season 29 May 2010 - 03 September 2010 €995 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 04 September 2010 - 29 October 2010 €900 - - 1 Week
Low Season 30 October 2010 - 17 December 2010 €900 - - 1 Week
Mid Season (Xmas) 18 December 2010 - 31 December 2010 €900 - - 1 Week

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (Euros), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • A one bedroom flat, the Studio, is available for a single person, at rates from €350 - €550 according to season, when other bookings have not been forthcoming.

    A security deposit of €50 is payable at booking and refundable on departure.
    A heating supplement will be applied in Low Season and Mid Season if appropriate. Details on application

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday apartment rental in Cortona, Italy

Property Type:
  • apartment (semi-detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 40 m²
Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural
Theme:
  • romantic
  • away from it all
General:
  • central heating
  • linen provided
  • firewood
  • hair dryer
  • laundry soap
  • local activities guide
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • local restaurant guide
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
  • safe
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • fridge
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board
Living Room:
  • tiled stove
  • comfy seating for 5 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
Bedrooms:
  • 1 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 2 people
  • Main - 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Cot, iron framed
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • books
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • games - all ages
  • video library
  • video player
  • CD
Outside:
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • patio
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
  • non smoking only
  • long term rentals available
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
Onsite Equipment:
  • deck chairs
  • binoculars
  • telescope
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • forests
  • hospital
  • laundrette - serviced
  • museums
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • laundrette - not serviced
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
Notes: Our family pool is unattended and may be used freely when guests wish. We cover it each night and uncover it in the morning to maintain an even temperature, and we keep the water scrupulously clean. A washing machine dedicated to guests is housed outside, available for use at a small charge of €5 per wash, with drying on our covered lines outside. White porcelain tableware, high quality non-stick Circulon cookware and an exceptional range of dining and kitchen equipment have been supplied to further enhance your stay. We request that guests treat with respect the selection of holiday reading provided, along with some family games, and that they leave them behind! See our website (details on demand) for further information on wildlife etc.

Further details for this holiday apartment rental in Cortona, Italy

Information provided: On booking, travel directions and a guide to the local area are sent, along with an equipment inventory and suggestions for things to bring. On arrival a file of introductory notes is designed to guide your stay. Also provided, a compendium of local tourist authority leaflets, maps etc. On completion of their stay, guests are invited to make entries in our guest book. Latest comments: 'Location is perfect and the surroundings beautiful - a wonderful stay' S & C B, Sept 2008 'A wonderful week in a beautiful location....the Cottage flat is the most equipped and comfortable rental we have ever experienced.' B & W McG Nov 2008

Walking/Trekking: The Montagna Cortonese are an ideal area for walking and trekking. Criss-crossed by Roman roads, old mule tracks and modern long distance paths, a wide range of options are available to walkers of all levels. Around Lake Trasimene the walks are relatively level, while the nearby foothills offer many circular walks. Above Lake Trasimene walkers may trace the footsteps of Hannibal's soldiers as they ambushed the Roman legions. Longer distance walks - one from our front door to Cortona - take you over well marked paths. These climb to local summits and ascents/descents can be stiff; however the views are worth it! The more adventurous may wish to explore the many logging tracks and ruins that abound in the Tuscan hills. We have maps and books available for consultation, including a recent publication offering 18 circular walks on the Tuscan/Umbrian borders.

Other Activities: sightseeing, museums, local festivals, gastronomy and wine tasting

Learn more about this holiday rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this holiday apartment rental in Cortona, Italy

Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook61314 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
Jane and John write:
'We leave tomorrow and really don’t want to! We’ve had a fabulous week in your remarkable house. As many of your previous guests have commented, it is idyllic. The house itself is warm and cosy – the pool is heaven. Tempting though it has been to stay there all day, we “forced” ourselves away to visit some lovely towns and villages. We went to Gubbio today and would recommend it to future guests. Your hospitality and friendship have been very much appreciated. You are such good hosts and you have made us feel rather special; I am sure all your guests will have experienced the same. You’re so generous with your time and consideration. Thank you for helping to make our holiday so remarkable.”

Nigel and Angela write:
“This was our honeymoon and it was truly unforgettable. Kate and Andrew proved to be excellent hosts, providing help and information to make our stay more complete. We have so many happy memories of this beautiful place”.
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Rating
5 out of 5

A week in the Tuscan hills

Greg and Jan Cheshire, UK
Review Submitted: April 5, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2007
Both my husband and I enjoyed a perfect Honeymoon in the Cottage Flat at Ruffignano, Cortona. Both Kate and Andrew made every effort to make us feel welcome and where very accommodating friendly hosts. The residence itself is beautiful with every facility you could imagine. The grounds in which the property is set are picturesque and the privacy of the pool setting is idyllic. We couldn't have wished for a more perfect holiday and are very grateful to Kate and Andrew for their efforts. We'd highly recommend this peaceful haven to anyone lucky enough to venture to the Tuscan hills and hope to return again soon.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Rating
5 out of 5

Paradise in Tuscany

Art & Laurie Santa Cruz, California
Review Submitted: March 23, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2007
My husband and I spent a week at Ruffignano's Cottage Flat last June. We had dreamed for years of visiting Tuscany and we cannot imagine that we could have had a better experience. We enthusiastically recommend this place to any of our friends who are looking for a place to land in that part of Italy for a little while.

Kate and Andrew, our hosts, were absolutely wonderful. They even helped us with the logistics of a rental car from a local agency, saving us quite a significant amount of money, and figured out how to get my email sent when I couldn't get it done via a local Internet cafe. They truly went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Very friendly, gracious people.

We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage. It was spacious, impeccably clean, well stocked with kitchen equipment, cooking supplies, towels, books, etc. They also have put a great deal of care into a visitor's guide that we really used. The pool was wonderful -- over a little knoll and away from the house to ensure tranquility and privacy. We spent a whole day lounging there, enjoying the gorgeous views, the Tuscan sun, and a nice bottle of Italian wine. The grounds are gorgeous and extremely well maintained. We can't think of a thing to complain about:)

As for activities, we highly recommend:
- At least a day exploring Cortona. Don't skip the castle at the top of the hill.
- Driving the Chianti loop and stopping at as many of the wineries you can find.
- Sansepulcro.
- Moltepulciano.
- Dinner at Cory's, just down the hill from Ruffignano.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
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Rating
5 out of 5

A wonderful week in the Tuscan Hills

Holiday-Rentals UK
Review Submitted: February 27, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2007
The long winding track led to a haven of peace and tranquillity. We spent a perfect week in the well appointed Cottage Flat. Kate and Andrew were the perfect hosts, friendly yet discrete. Everything in the flat was of top quality, plenty of cooking equipment, comfortable outdoor seating, a well stocked information file with details of places to visit, a good range of books and games to play.
The views were stunning and the secluded pool just wonderful. We felt truly spoilt.

The sun leaves the pool at around 5 pm leaving plenty of time for an evening drink or meal in the beautiful small town of Cortona.

If the weather turns cool or you like to sightsee then you will not be short of places to visit: the island of Maggiore in Lake Trasimeno, the frescos in Arezzo, the covered walls of Perugia, the cable ride to the top of the hill in Gubbio are just some of the interesting places we managed to fit into our week.
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