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Restored Farmhouse with studio/annex and pool — Property 53898

  • 5 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 10 plus 2
  • Location: Cortona Cortona area, Arezzo Area, Tuscany, Italy
  1. FARMHOUSE wit...

    5 bedrooms, sleeps 12
  2. LA CAPANNA

    studio, sleeps 2

Summary of FARMHOUSE with ANNEX, 5 bedrooms, sleeps 12

Summary of FARMHOUSE with ANNEX, 5 bedrooms, sleeps 12
Rental Rate : €2000 - €3300 per property per week
Contact Antonietta Wingate
+39 (0)338 3312055
Property type:
farmhouse, detached, 200 m²
Location type:
Rural, Town
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Garden, Barbecue
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  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • No smoking
  • Family friendly
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View from pool. Cortona in background

View from pool. Cortona in background

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Relax under the Pergola View towards pool Annex 'La Capanna' Annex Kitchen area Farmhouse living room View from pool
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Restored Farmhouse with studio/annex and pool

Set amongst working farmland, surrounded by fields of sunflowers and grain and only a five minute drive to the centre of the beautiful Etruscan town of Cortona - I Girasoli is a five bedroom property and comprises a restored farmhouse and bright studio annex. There are chestnut beams in all rooms and the farmhouse retains many of its original features. 12 x 6 metre swimming pool with diving board and walk in steps, sun beds, umbrellas, and enjoying uninterrupted sunshine throughout the day. Large pergola with tables/chairs to enjoy dining al fresco. I Girasoli is an ideal base from which to visit the many interesting centres of art, history and culture in both Tuscany and Umbria. The house and studio Annex are rented out together from mid May to mid October and separately at other times of the year. Rome and Pisa airports 2 hrs, Florence airport 1 hr and Perugia airport 40 minutes. .

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Location Cortona Cortona area < Arezzo Area < Tuscany < Italy

Restored Farmhouse with studio/annex and pool Cortona Cortona area < Arezzo Area < Tuscany < Italy
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Cortona area
Location
Nearest beach: Beach at 20 kilometres
Nearest motorway: Betttole A1 at 20 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Cortona, Camucia at 5 kilometres
Car: recommended

Cortona means an encounter with history, art and mysticism. Founded by the Etruscans, it is one of the oldest hilltop towns in Tuscany. Set on the side of a mountain with its cobbled streets and alleys lined with medieval buildings, Cortona is reached by a winding road through terraces of vines and olive groves, where breathtaking views of the Val di Chiana and beyond can be enjoyed. Florence (1hr), Rome (2hrs), Pisa (2 hrs), Siena, Arezzo, Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, Orvieto, Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino, etc. are all easily accessible. Lake Trasimeno with its many beaches is only a twenty minute drive. Five minutes to main line railway station and fifteen minutes to A1 motorway. Perugia airport with flights from London Stanstead only 35min drive (68 kms).

Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, wind-surfing, mountain biking



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Availability for FARMHOUSE with ANNEX in Cortona area, Arezzo Area, Tuscany, Italy

Last updated on:
Tuesday, 22 July 2008
Changeover day:
Saturday
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Out of season the farmhouse and annex can be rented out separately sleeping 8 - 10 and 2 respectively.

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Rental rates for FARMHOUSE with ANNEX in Cortona area, Arezzo Area, Tuscany, Italy

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
Euros
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
01 Jul 2008 18 Jul 2008 EUR 3000 - - 1 Week
19 Jul 2008 29 Aug 2008 EUR 3000 - - 1 Week
30 Aug 2008 03 Oct 2008 EUR 2200 - - 1 Week
04 Oct 2008 19 Dec 2008 EUR 2000 - - 1 Week
20 Dec 2008 02 Jan 2009 EUR 2200 - - 1 Week
03 Jan 2009 24 Apr 2009 EUR 2000 - - 1 Week
25 Apr 2009 29 May 2009 EUR 2400 - - 1 Week
30 May 2009 04 Sep 2009 EUR 3300 - - 1 Week
05 Sep 2009 09 Oct 2009 EUR 2400 - - 1 Week

*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, 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.

Notes to the rental rates

  • Breakage deposit of 200 euros required on arrival.
  • Heating is not included in rental rates. If heating is required, this is charged as an additional cost and will be charged by gas consumption from meter reading.
  • Breakage deposit of 200 euros.
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Accommodation and Facilities for FARMHOUSE with ANNEX in Cortona area, Arezzo Area, Tuscany, Italy

Property type:
  • farmhouse , detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Floor area:
  • 200 m²
Location type:
  • Rural, Town
Theme:
  • family, historic
General:
  • central heating, staff, linen provided, telephone, towels provided
Kitchen:
  • dish washer, freezer, fridge, hob, microwave, oven, washing machine
Living room:
  • fireplace, sofabed seating for 10 people
Dining:
  • dining area, child's highchair seating for 10 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,ensuite with bedroom 1,
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,shared by bedroom 2 & 3,
  • Bathroom 3 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,ensuite with bedroom 4,
  • Bathroom 4 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,in separate annex,
Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 12 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2 - 1 Large Double Bed, 2 Single Bed, either large double or two singles
  • Bedroom 3 - 1 Large Double Bed, 2 Single Bed, either large double or two singles
  • Bedroom 4 - 1 Large Double Bed
  • Bedroom 5 - 1 Large Double Bed, 2 Single Bed, in separate annex - either large double or two singles
  • 1 cot
Entertainment:
  • DVD, tv, video player, radio, satellite or cable, stereo system
internet access
  • internet access, ISDN access
Outside:
  • barbecue, garden, parking, 12 garden chairs, 2 bicycles
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool, private pool, heated pool
Suitability:
  • non smoking only, children welcome, suitable for elderly or infirm, wheelchair accessible, pets not allowed
Notes:

The studio annex is on one level and has wheelchair access. Downstairs bedroom in main farmhouse with double bed and en suite shower room suitable for elderly or infirm. There is no fixed phone. Two mobile phones are available to hire on request. ADSL internet access is available in the main farmhouse by request. Cot and high chair available. Heating at an added cost if required. Mosquito nets to all windows. Once weekly bedding and towel change. No smoking indoors please. Outdoor table tennis. Two bicycles are available for use by guests. Total four bedrooms in farmhouse, two with double bed and two further bedrooms with option of twin/double bed. Detached annex has option of twin/double bed. Swimming pool open mid-May to mid-October of each year.
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Property layout

The main farmhouse has one bedroom on the ground floor with double bed and en suite shower room. Living room/dining room with open fireplace. Kitchen. On the first floor there are three further bedrooms - Master bedroom with double bed and en suite shower room and two bedrooms with twin/double beds with shared shower room. The detached studio annex has wheelchair access and comprises of a kitchen area, living room area, shower room and bedroom with twin/double bed. There is a solar heated swimming pool with walk in steps with sun loungers and umbrellas. There is a large chestnut built pergola with tables and chairs and a barbecue for use by guests. There is ample parking for several cars.

Things to do/places to see

Lake Trasimeno, the third largest lake in Italy, where Hannibal defeated the Romans in 217 BC is only twenty minutes away with its many beaches - take a boat ride to one of the islands. Wine lovers are spoilt for choice and can visit the many vineyards in the area. Take a scenic drive to Montepulciano - famous for its 'vino nobile' and then drive further on to Pienza - famous for its 'pecorino cheese' as well as its breathtaking views. Beyond pienza take the road to Montalcino - famous for its 'Brunello' wine. Take a day trip to Florence or Rome, either by car or train. Visit the many factory outlets in the area to grab a bargain. For antique enthusiasts the monthly antique fair in Arezzo is a must - taking place on the first Sunday of the month and the proceeding Saturday. Visit the towns of Gubbio and Deruta - famous for their ceramics. Tennis and golf are within a half hour drive. Cortona has concerts and operas in the summer and local villages have their own festas!!

Activities/interests/guided tours/airport transfer

Tours can be arranged as well as airport transfers at an added cost. Italian conversation lessons, cookery lessons or painting lessons can be arranged at an added cost. Our nearest neighbours offer reasonably priced wine produced by themselves. Guests at our farmhouse are welcome to visit and have their wine bottles filled - sold by the litre.

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Advertisers:
Antonietta Wingate
Telephone
+39 (0)338 3312055 (mobile)
Alt. Telephone
+39 (0)575 606083 (evenings)
Preferred language(s):
 English, Italian
Advertiser since:
 28 Jun 2005
Property listed since:
 19 Oct 2005
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