Vacation Rental with Chef Service in Arezzo

Cortona - RIF. S274

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Countryside
Province : Arezzo  

This magnificent villa is located at 400 m from the lovely town of Cortona, one of the most beautiful and renowned towns of Tuscany. An important Etruscan settlement, Cortona today is a medieval jewel on the side of a hill dominating the Val di Chiana.
This elegant villa is situated in a wonderful panoramic position, surrounded by the typical Tuscan countryside and olive groves, in a perfect location for a lovely and relaxing holiday, yet with the advantages of being within walking distance from the town centre.
The property consists of two independent villas, at 50 m from each other, that can either be both rented together, accommodating up to 12/15 people, or separately. Each house has its own private swimming-pool (both ca. 4x8 m) with a panoramic view over the Val di Chiana and the beautiful church of Santa Maria Nuova. The main villa has an infinity edge pool while the outbuilding’s has lovely Roman steps: the perfect spot to enjoy the landscape “Under the Tuscan Sun”. Other facilities are a car park, barbecue, washing machine and tumble dryer (on request). Also available: tastings, breakfast, lunch, dinner and cooking lessons.

On arrival there will be a welcome basket with homemade products, especially prepared by the owner, a local chef.
In Cortona, thus within walking distance, guests will find restaurants, shops, museums and many works of art. Other beautiful Tuscan art cities easily reached are Montepulciano (at 30 km), Pienza (45 km), Montalcino (65 km), S 
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Lucignano - RIF. S349

Accommodation Type: Apartments
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Countryside
Province : Arezzo  

This lovely holiday home in Tuscany is within walking distance (500 mt) of the remarkably conserved medieval walled hill-top village of Lucignano (near Arezzo, at 25 km), famous for its unique elliptical shape and concentric streets. This villa is on the top of a hill, surrounded by olive trees, and enjoys a striking view of the most beautiful side of Lucignano and of the Val di Chiana.
The house is divided into two separate large accommodations. The owners live in one half of the house with a dog and some cats; the couple owns a restaurant and for this reason will not disturb your holiday being busy and out of the way all day long. At guest’s disposal there is a large flat on the ground floor with an independent entrance (3-4 steps lead to it), and a garden with swimming pool (10x5 mt, open May-Sept, shared with the owners). The property is fenced and pets are welcome. The apartment, 100 sqm, has a lovely private furnished terrace for al fresco dining. Suitable for up to 6 people, the house has 3 bedrooms (two with a double bed, and one with two single beds), two bathrooms (one with shower and one with a bath tub with shower head; hair dryers are available), a fully equipped kitchen with dining area (oven, fridge with freezer, dishwasher, microwave oven, toaster, coffee machine, kettle), and a living room with TV (not Sat). Other facilities: internet Wi-Fi connection, washing machine, mosquito nets at the windows, and some bicycles at disposal. In the garden (shared with t 
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Monterchi - RIF. S379

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Casentino   Position: Countryside
Province : Arezzo  

Beautiful house, originally a watchtower dating back to the 17th century, with a magnificent view over the Tuscan hills. Enjoy the view, with a glass of good wine, at any hour of the day, but above all at sunrise and sunset.
Refurbished during the centuries and recently restored, the house still preserves the traditional characteristics of a typical Tuscan country house.

The house has a large garden with gazebo, bursting with olive trees, fruit plants and flowers, as well as a swimming pool (depth 150 cm, 6x12 m, open from middle April to middle October) and a Jacuzzi (use on request). Here you can enjoy breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside, whilst relaxing in the pool or tub. Moving to a slightly lower garden level there is a charming gazebo with a 10-seat table and a barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining.
For sport lovers there is a 5-a-side football pitch, a table tennis table and the opportunity to go for lovely, long walks through the oak woods which surround the property.

The villa is 250 sq m, a typical Tuscan stone house, with rustic style features such as wood and terracotta tile flooring, and wrought iron details, without, however, neglecting modern comforts such us air conditioning in the bedrooms, Wi-Fi and the Jacuzzi.
Simply furnished, the villa is on 2 floors.
Ground floor: reading room with a stereo, a beautiful living/dining room with an old fireplace and Sat-TV, DVD player, a spacious well equipped kitchen (gas stove, oven, fridge 
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Monterchi - RIF. S381

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Casentino   Position: Countryside
Province : Arezzo  

Lovely country house with swimming pool (14 x 7 m, depth from 150 to 250 cm, open from May to September, with a changing room and external shower), is located at 8 km from Monterchi, a medieval village in the countryside of Arezzo. This 200 year-old, renovated holiday home, surrounded by fenced grounds, offers total privacy. The large and well looked after garden is an ideal scenery for your al fresco dining and barbecue, but not to forget a mention to our favourite, characteristic and intimate corner of the villa: the pergola where you can relax with an aperitif, a good book whilst enjoying the lovely view.
The renovated 400 sq m villa, accommodating up to 12 people, preserves its traditional, characteristic architecture with wooden beams and typical stone walls. The interior decorating is original and elegantly country-chic with all modern comforts such as air conditioning and Wi-Fi; certainly a warm welcome for family reunions or group of friends.
Ground floor: Entrance and access to a small, nonetheless charming, living room, a dining room and a fully equipped kitchen (stove, electric oven, fridge with freezer and ice maker, dishwasher, microwave, Italian coffee machine, American coffee machine, kettle, toaster, blender, fruit juicer), a breakfast room, a toilet with a washing machine. Large lounge-room with Sat-TV, DVD player, Stereo Hi-Fi, fireplace, and access to spacious veranda furnished with sofas and armchairs. On the ground floor there is also a twin bedroom, w 
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Castiglion Fiorentino - RIF. S352

Accommodation Type: Villas
Area: Val di Chiana   Position: Countryside
Province : Arezzo  

This fabulous villa is surrounded by olive groves and gardens, ideal for an unforgettably relaxing holiday in one of the most beautiful Tuscan landscapes: the Val di Chiana. Here you are near renowned artistic and historical cities such as Florence, Siena, Cortona, Assisi, Montepulciano and Chianti. The villa preserves its original architectural style, such as the terracotta tiled flooring, the stone framed doors and windows, and the wooden beam and brick ceilings. Indoors antique furniture enriched with vintage objects and a care for detail adds to the exclusive atmosphere.
There are two swimming pools. The indoor pool is heated and has a hydro massage corner; in the same room there’s a sauna (fee applicable, € 350/week). The outdoor pool (12 x 6 meters and 1,20 – 2,00 meters deep) is within a fenced area of the gardens. Here it is possible to enjoy a breathtaking view over the surrounding countryside or whilst relaxing under the shade of the gazebo.

Distances (approx. kms): Foiano della Chiana (shops and restaurants) 5 km; Golf Club Valdichiana km 10; SPA: Rapolano Terme km 30; Castelnuovo Berardenga (Chianti 44km); Cortona 17 km; Arezzo 27 km; Montepulciano 27 km; Montalcino 52 km; Siena 58 km, Firenze 88 km; Perugia 64 km.  
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