TweetSharePin1212 SharesCharacter Property with Pool + Olives near CortonaVIDEO:This attractive high quality property is located just 3km from Cortona and includes 2 hectares of land, 7,000 sqm of which are fenced. There is irrigation, a swimming pool (12x6m) and 27 olive trees.3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3 living roomsKitchenVerandaThe sale includes all furniture.View all our properties on our website casatuscany.comProperty Feature* barbecue* character property* Exposed beams* Garden* olive trees* original features* Parking* Swimming Pool* terracotta floors* Views
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TweetSharePin0 SharesTraditional 19th century house in an enviable position with amazing views, just 2.5km from the beautiful medieval town of Cortona.Recently renovated, it has maintained all the typical characteristics of house of its age.Surrounded by 1.1 hectares of land, partly lawned and partly olive groves (about 210 olive trees which produce about 200 bottles of oil per year) and partly orchard, with apples, pears, pomegranates, quince, jujube, figs, walnuts, hazelnuts, apricots, cherries, almonds, persimmons, vines, plums, plums and peaches, and herbs such as rosemary, sage, burdock, calendula, rocket, dandelion.The water supply is provided by a spring. It is a real natural paradise in the rolling Tuscan hills.The house is heated by pellets. The production of hot water in summer with solar panels.There is the possibility of building a swimming pool which would have the best panoramic views in Cortona.Property Feature* Amazing views* Garden* olives* orchard* Parking* pellets heating* pool possible* Solar Panels* spring water
Traditional 19th century house in an enviable position with amazing views, just 2.5km from the beautiful medieval town of Cortona.
Recently renovated, it has maintained all the typical characteristics of house of its age.
Surrounded by 1.1 hectares of land, partly lawned and partly olive groves (about 210 olive trees which produce about 200 bottles of oil per year) and partly orchard, with apples, pears, pomegranates, quince, jujube, figs, walnuts, hazelnuts, apricots, cherries, almonds, persimmons, vines, plums, plums and peaches, and herbs such as rosemary, sage, burdock, calendula, rocket, dandelion.
The water supply is provided by a spring. It is a real natural paradise in the rolling Tuscan hills.
The house is heated by pellets. The production of hot water in summer with solar panels.
There is the possibility of building a swimming pool which would have the best panoramic views in Cortona.
Property Feature
* Amazing views
* Garden
* olives
* orchard
* Parking
* pellets heating
* pool possible
* Solar Panels
* spring water
House near Cortona with Pool and Views of Town
House near Cortona. This delightful house is located in the Chiana Valley and with panoramas of the medieval hillside town of Cortona, just a 10 minute drive away.
This property comprises a charming country house, recently built in keeping with Tuscan style, using reclaimed materials. Arranged on 3 storeys, it provides 240 sqm of living space and all modern comforts and conveniences. Surrounded by a well maintained garden, it also boasts a beautiful swimming pool.
House:
240 sqm on 3 storeys.
Ground floor: Country style kitchen/dining area and covered outdoor eating area.
Lower ground floor: Bedroom, bathroom and sitting area with internal and external access, providing scope for independent rental accommodation.
First floor: 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one of which has a mezzanine area ideal for use as further sleeping space or a study / TV area.
External Areas:
Beautifully kept garden with swimming pool and pool house with bathroom and plumbing for a small kitchen.
Parking spaces.
500m access road.
Utilities:
All utilities are in excellent working order.
Distances:
Basic amenities are found in the nearest towns and villages of Riccio, Camucia. Cortona, a 10 minute drive from the house, has a wide range of cafes, restaurants, bars and many historical sites to visit.
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Property Feature
* beams
* character property
* close to amenities
* Garden
* near Cortona
* original features
* Parking
* Swimming Pool
* terrace
* Views
This beautiful country house has been elegantly restored and is in a unique position only five minutes from Cortona, with a view of hills and of the Chiana valley.
3 bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own bathroom, double living room and a large pergola with oven and barbecue on the first floor.
Further up in the property's grounds there is a swimming pool.
2.5 hectares of land including garden and 2 hectare olive grove with 500 trees.
The price includes furniture.
4 covered parking spaces.
The property dates from the 1600s and was last restored in 2008.
Property Feature
* 500 olive trees
* close to Cortona
* Garden
* Parking
* Swimming Pool
* Views
3 bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own bathroom, double living room and a large pergola with oven and barbecue on the first floor.
Further up in the property's grounds there is a swimming pool.
2.5 hectares of land including garden and 2 hectare olive grove with 500 trees.
The price includes furniture.
4 covered parking spaces.
The property dates from the 1600s and was last restored in 2008.
Property Feature
* 500 olive trees
* close to Cortona
* Garden
* Parking
* Swimming Pool
* Views
TweetSharePin11 SharesThis beautiful country house has been elegantly restored and is in a unique position only five minutes from Cortona, with a view of hills and of the Chiana valley.3 bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own bathroom, double living room and a large pergola with oven and barbecue on the first floor.Further up in the property's grounds there is a swimming pool.2.5 hectares of land including garden and 2 hectare olive grove with 500 trees.The price includes furniture.4 covered parking spaces.The property dates from the 1600s and was last restored in 2008.Property Feature* 500 olive trees* close to Cortona* Garden* Parking* Swimming Pool* Views
A beautifully restored 300+ year old farmhouse located 3 km from the ancient hilltop town of Cortona.
The property sits on 2.5 acres, surrounded by the enchanting hills and serene fields of Tuscany. The 3000 year old medieval town of Cortona can be reached by car or by walking along quiet hillside roads.
The property consists of the main house which has 3 bedrooms (kingsize beds) and 2.5 Bathrooms and a detached annex that consists of 1 Bedroom (Queen Bed) and 1 Bathroom.
The main farmhouse and the annex have been restored to highlight the authentic elements of the original 17th century Tuscan farmhouse with beautiful restored beams and stone walls, and to incorporate modern elegance and amenities with high end appliances and fixtures, marble counter tops, terracotta floors, imported ceiling fans and beautiful antiques of the 18th century.
The main house has a spacious Tuscan style kitchen with top quality appliances including: a six burner gourmet range and traditional wood burning grill, along with beautiful marble counter tops and terracotta floors. Just off the kitchen, through a spacious archway, is the dining room surrounded by the original 300 year old stone walls.
The comfortable living room is centered around a beautiful wood burning fireplace. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms appointed with modern ceiling fans, high beamed ceilings, air conditioning and high quality linens and duvets.
The bathrooms maintain the charming elements of the original high beam ceilings, along with modern elegant fixtures and marble tiled showers and counter tops.
The annex is a charming one bedroom apartment, complete with a state of the art kitchen, open to a sitting area with high beam ceilings and a beautiful wood burning fireplace with modern comforts and air conditioning.
The grounds have a beautiful swimming pool (5 x 10m) that is perfect for taking in the Tuscan sun and enjoying the beautiful vista or relaxing under the magnificent 100 year old walnut tree.
Property Feature
* air conditioning
* annex
* character property
* Garden
* Parking
* Swimming Pool
* Views
TweetSharePin66 SharesITALY, TUSCANY, AREZZO, CORTONAA beautifully restored 300+ year old farmhouse located 3 km from the ancient hilltop town of Cortona.The property sits on 2.5 acres, surrounded by the enchanting hills and serene fields of Tuscany. The 3000 year old medieval town of Cortona can be reached by car or by walking along quiet hillside roads.The property consists of the main house which has 3 bedrooms (kingsize beds) and 2.5 Bathrooms and a detached annex that consists of 1 Bedroom (Queen Bed) and 1 Bathroom.The main farmhouse and the annex have been restored to highlight the authentic elements of the original 17th century Tuscan farmhouse with beautiful restored beams and stone walls, and to incorporate modern elegance and amenities with high end appliances and fixtures, marble counter tops, terracotta floors, imported ceiling fans and beautiful antiques of the 18th century.The main house has a spacious Tuscan style kitchen with top quality appliances including: a six burner gourmet range and traditional wood burning grill, along with beautiful marble counter tops and terracotta floors. Just off the kitchen, through a spacious archway, is the dining room surrounded by the original 300 year old stone walls.The comfortable living room is centered around a beautiful wood burning fireplace. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms appointed with modern ceiling fans, high beamed ceilings, air conditioning and high quality linens and duvets.The bathrooms maintain the charming elements of the original high beam ceilings, along with modern elegant fixtures and marble tiled showers and counter tops.The annex is a charming one bedroom apartment, complete with a state of the art kitchen, open to a sitting area with high beam ceilings and a beautiful wood burning fireplace with modern comforts and air conditioning.The grounds have a beautiful swimming pool (5 x 10m) that is perfect for taking in the Tuscan sun and enjoying the beautiful vista or relaxing under the magnificent 100 year old walnut tree.Property Feature* air conditioning* annex* character property* Garden* Parking* Swimming Pool* Views
Agriturismo and Winery near Cortona
Agriturismo and Winery. This beautiful restored hamlet (registered as a farm and agriturismo) is located on a hilltop, very close to Cortona.
The property comprises 7 buildings with 6 apartments, a restaurant and agricultural buildings (930 sqm in total). The property includes 10 hectares of land with producing vineyards and olive groves.
All the apartments have been beautifully restored, to combine lovely original features with modern comfort and style.
Buildings:
Building 1 - 90 sqm: Restaurant
Restaurant with a beautiful patio for alfresco dining, dining room, bathroom, pantry and professional kitchen.
Building 2 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.
Small apartment with living area with kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom.
Main apartment with living room, kitchen, dining room and a bathroom on the ground floor and 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor.
Building 3 - 100 sqm: 1 apartment.
3 storey former watch tower with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Building 4 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.
2 storey building housing 2 apartments, one on each floor.
Ground floor: Apartment with large living room, kitchen, dining area, pantry, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
First floor: Apartment with living room, kitchen, laundry area, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Building 5 - 80 sqm: 1 apartment.
Single storey former 'Seccatoio', (where tobacco was dried).
Ground floor: Apartment with living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen.
Building 6 - 40 sqm: Agricultural Annex
Building 7 - 120 sqm: Storage Building
External Areas:
The property is surrounded by approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres) of land with 730 olive trees, 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres) of vineyards, 1.6 hectares (3.9 acres) of woodland and the remainder uncultivated land and woods.
Wine Production:
The current owners produce approximately 400 litres/year of wine (mainly Red Wine) for the family and restaurant. The grapes cultivated are Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo, Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia (Chianti grapes). The white grapes are used for a small production of Vin Santo.
Oil Production:
Between 4-7 quintals of olive oil are produced: Moraiolo and Leccino olives.
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Property Feature
* 10 hectares
* 6 apartments
* 7 buildings
* accommodation business
* beams
* character property
* close to amenities
* near Cortona
* oil production
* olive groves
* original features
* outhouses
* Parking
* Restaurant
* Restored Hamlet
* Stone walls
* Views
* vineyards
* winery
Agriturismo and Winery. This beautiful restored hamlet (registered as a farm and agriturismo) is located on a hilltop, very close to Cortona.
The property comprises 7 buildings with 6 apartments, a restaurant and agricultural buildings (930 sqm in total). The property includes 10 hectares of land with producing vineyards and olive groves.
All the apartments have been beautifully restored, to combine lovely original features with modern comfort and style.
Buildings:
Building 1 - 90 sqm: Restaurant
Restaurant with a beautiful patio for alfresco dining, dining room, bathroom, pantry and professional kitchen.
Building 2 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.
Small apartment with living area with kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom.
Main apartment with living room, kitchen, dining room and a bathroom on the ground floor and 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor.
Building 3 - 100 sqm: 1 apartment.
3 storey former watch tower with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Building 4 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.
2 storey building housing 2 apartments, one on each floor.
Ground floor: Apartment with large living room, kitchen, dining area, pantry, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
First floor: Apartment with living room, kitchen, laundry area, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Building 5 - 80 sqm: 1 apartment.
Single storey former 'Seccatoio', (where tobacco was dried).
Ground floor: Apartment with living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen.
Building 6 - 40 sqm: Agricultural Annex
Building 7 - 120 sqm: Storage Building
External Areas:
The property is surrounded by approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres) of land with 730 olive trees, 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres) of vineyards, 1.6 hectares (3.9 acres) of woodland and the remainder uncultivated land and woods.
Wine Production:
The current owners produce approximately 400 litres/year of wine (mainly Red Wine) for the family and restaurant. The grapes cultivated are Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo, Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia (Chianti grapes). The white grapes are used for a small production of Vin Santo.
Oil Production:
Between 4-7 quintals of olive oil are produced: Moraiolo and Leccino olives.
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Property Feature
* 10 hectares
* 6 apartments
* 7 buildings
* accommodation business
* beams
* character property
* close to amenities
* near Cortona
* oil production
* olive groves
* original features
* outhouses
* Parking
* Restaurant
* Restored Hamlet
* Stone walls
* Views
* vineyards
* winery
TweetSharePin0 SharesAgriturismo and Winery near CortonaAgriturismo and Winery. This beautiful restored hamlet (registered as a farm and agriturismo) is located on a hilltop, very close to Cortona.The property comprises 7 buildings with 6 apartments, a restaurant and agricultural buildings (930 sqm in total). The property includes 10 hectares of land with producing vineyards and olive groves.All the apartments have been beautifully restored, to combine lovely original features with modern comfort and style.Buildings:Building 1 - 90 sqm: RestaurantRestaurant with a beautiful patio for alfresco dining, dining room, bathroom, pantry and professional kitchen.Building 2 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.Small apartment with living area with kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom.Main apartment with living room, kitchen, dining room and a bathroom on the ground floor and 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor.Building 3 - 100 sqm: 1 apartment.3 storey former watch tower with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.Building 4 - 250 sqm: 2 apartments.2 storey building housing 2 apartments, one on each floor.Ground floor: Apartment with large living room, kitchen, dining area, pantry, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.First floor: Apartment with living room, kitchen, laundry area, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.Building 5 - 80 sqm: 1 apartment.Single storey former 'Seccatoio', (where tobacco was dried).Ground floor: Apartment with living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen.Building 6 - 40 sqm: Agricultural AnnexBuilding 7 - 120 sqm: Storage BuildingExternal Areas:The property is surrounded by approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres) of land with 730 olive trees, 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres) of vineyards, 1.6 hectares (3.9 acres) of woodland and the remainder uncultivated land and woods.Wine Production:The current owners produce approximately 400 litres/year of wine (mainly Red Wine) for the family and restaurant. The grapes cultivated are Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo, Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia (Chianti grapes). The white grapes are used for a small production of Vin Santo.Oil Production:Between 4-7 quintals of olive oil are produced: Moraiolo and Leccino olives.View all our properties on our website casatuscany.com.Property Feature* 10 hectares* 6 apartments* 7 buildings* accommodation business* beams* character property* close to amenities* near Cortona* oil production* olive groves* original features* outhouses* Parking* Restaurant* Restored Hamlet* Stone walls* Views* vineyards* winery
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The senses awaken as soon as you enter the avenue that leads to this marvellous country house, which dates from the 1600s and was for many years the summer residence of a noble Cortonese family.
A meticulous restoration has preserved its true character and fine original architectural elements, combining the elegance of the original building with all the comfort, services and facilities of a sound hotel tradition. The villa offers an exceptional setting: the gentle Tuscan hills and an incomparable view of the town of Cortona silhouetted on the horizon as if protecting the villa.
The grounds host an elegant swimming pool (18 m x 9 m), a spacious patio surrounded by majestic ancient oak trees, vineyards and olive groves, and a charming well in working order. Inside, the villa offers elegant and welcoming areas decorated with old prints and period paintings.
The 6 hectares of land include 1 hectare of vineyard.
The property is the perfect solution for anyone choosing this selected property for its location and the various opportunities the area offers.
Rooms
Whether guests occupy the rooms found in the main country house or those located in the annex, their need for peace will be guaranteed.
From the windows, the gentle panorama of Tuscan hills and the typical scents of the Cortona countryside:
The doors of the elegant three storey main house open into the areas, featuring stone fireplaces and original terracotta floors, typical of the local architecture. Here guests can relax and read, or chat as they sip a drink. The curtains and soft carpets that furnish the hall echo the muted architectural tones, and elements from sixteenth century altars add a particularly original decorative touch.
The hall leads to the living room with its sofas and tables for relaxing. A stone staircase rises to the first floor where some of the 15 rooms are located, furnished with valuable antique furniture. Other rooms have been created in the adjacent annex, each different in shape, dimensions and furnishings, but all decorated with valuable pieces of antique furniture and tastefully co-ordinated soft furnishings that add to them charm and atmosphere.
Rooms of all types are equipped with satellite TV, minibar, safety deposit box, internet connection and large bathrooms featuring either a hydromassage bathtub or hydromassage shower.
Every room has a marvellous view of the Tuscan countryside; some have an independent entrance from the hotel grounds, others again on the second floor have romantic mansard ceilings.
Energy class: F. 101 kWh/m2 p.a.
Property Feature
* character property
* fireplaces
* Garden
* hydromassage showers
* internet
* Jacuzzis
* minibar
* Parking
* safety deposit box
* satellite TV
* Swimming Pool
* Views
* vineyard
TweetSharePin0 SharesITALY, TUSCANY, AREZZO, CORTONAThe senses awaken as soon as you enter the avenue that leads to this marvellous country house, which dates from the 1600s and was for many years the summer residence of a noble Cortonese family.A meticulous restoration has preserved its true character and fine original architectural elements, combining the elegance of the original building with all the comfort, services and facilities of a sound hotel tradition. The villa offers an exceptional setting: the gentle Tuscan hills and an incomparable view of the town of Cortona silhouetted on the horizon as if protecting the villa.The grounds host an elegant swimming pool (18 m x 9 m), a spacious patio surrounded by majestic ancient oak trees, vineyards and olive groves, and a charming well in working order. Inside, the villa offers elegant and welcoming areas decorated with old prints and period paintings.The 6 hectares of land include 1 hectare of vineyard.The property is the perfect solution for anyone choosing this selected property for its location and the various opportunities the area offers.RoomsWhether guests occupy the rooms found in the main country house or those located in the annex, their need for peace will be guaranteed.From the windows, the gentle panorama of Tuscan hills and the typical scents of the Cortona countryside:The doors of the elegant three storey main house open into the areas, featuring stone fireplaces and original terracotta floors, typical of the local architecture. Here guests can relax and read, or chat as they sip a drink. The curtains and soft carpets that furnish the hall echo the muted architectural tones, and elements from sixteenth century altars add a particularly original decorative touch.The hall leads to the living room with its sofas and tables for relaxing. A stone staircase rises to the first floor where some of the 15 rooms are located, furnished with valuable antique furniture. Other rooms have been created in the adjacent annex, each different in shape, dimensions and furnishings, but all decorated with valuable pieces of antique furniture and tastefully co-ordinated soft furnishings that add to them charm and atmosphere.Rooms of all types are equipped with satellite TV, minibar, safety deposit box, internet connection and large bathrooms featuring either a hydromassage bathtub or hydromassage shower.Every room has a marvellous view of the Tuscan countryside; some have an independent entrance from the hotel grounds, others again on the second floor have romantic mansard ceilings.Energy class: F. 101 kWh/m2 p.a.Property Feature* character property* fireplaces* Garden* hydromassage showers* internet* Jacuzzis* minibar* Parking* safety deposit box* satellite TV* Swimming Pool* Views* vineyard
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A breath-taking property near the wonderful town of Cortona.
Cortona and its surrounding countryside is a stunning area that sinks its roots back into an astoundingly long existence. Cortona has been continuously inhabited for over 2700 years and evidence of every historical period since the Etruscans and then ancient Romans can be found in buildings in the town, providing a multitude of opportunities to visit cultural heritage sites within a short drive of the Villa.
Cortona is also conveniently located to visit many other famous sites such as Florence, Chianti, Montepulciano, Siena and Todi, providing a nearly endless list of neighbouring areas to be visited.
Historical context
The original version of the Villa itself dates back to the 16th century and was passed on by Saint Filippo Neri of Cortona to the Tommasi family 200 years later, and a historical drawing of the structure at the time can be still found inside the Villa.
The Property
The Villa itself is a small world unto its own, a wonderful example of a patrician family's country property that has evolved very gradually over the centuries.
It has the hallmarks of a fine Tuscan property. It is surrounded by tall, attractive walls and covers an area of 4.5 hectares (9.8 acres).
Besides the impressive main villa, there are several other smaller yet beautiful and functional buildings such as a private chapel, a limonaia (a greenhouse dedicated specifically to providing winter shelter for lemon trees), a series of cellars and an astounding Baroque fountain complex and reflecting pools from the 1700s. The Villa's lawns are adorned not only by many statues and plants, but also by both a swimming pool and tennis courts.
The property also includes 10 hectares (25 acres) of a separate and yet nearby piece of agricultural land where the Villa's olives and grapes are grown.
The Villa once belonged to the Tommasi family, one of the most distinguished noble families within Cortona's history. The Villa was passed down through the generations from one Count Tommasi to the next. Many parts of the Villa have been recently restored, fully respecting the structure and spirit of this historical property.
In short, the property combines elegant Italian architecture with the famed la dolce vita, and has all the elements and amenities that one could desire in a luxury Tuscan country property.
The Main Building - The Villa
The heart and main feature of the property is the Villa, which has maintained its original aspect of the 1700s throughout the centuries.
A wide, double staircase leads to the main entrance and looks out over the gardens, with its statuary and geometrical hedges. Typical of the Tuscan style for important manor houses, the Villa is a three storey, sizable rectangular-shaped building characterized by a simple elegance. The main entrance is located at the first floor under the family crest, and is accessible via the grand double staircase. The building has 28 rooms that have been recently restored; while features such as the marble fireplaces and the trompe l'oeil frescoes have remained purposefully unaltered.
A particularly important room within the Villa is a private chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary,embellished with period frescoes on the ceiling.
The ground floor, which is the main entrance reached via the double staircase, has always been dedicated to the functional such as the kitchen, the laundry room and cellars, a study, as well as an extensive hall at the entrance and a dining room. The rooms all boast beautiful terracotta floors and ceilings with wooden beams.
The first floor is accessible from the monumental staircase plus internal stairs linking the various floors. On this floor is a vast hall with a stunning coffered ceiling and a marble fireplace, making it the grandest room in the Villa. Adjacent to this room is another smaller yet equally handsome hall, with frescoes representing hunting scenes and the room's original floors.
This floor also hosts three bedrooms with their respective bathrooms. The configuration of the second floor is similar, divided between large and impressive public rooms, bedrooms and their respective bathrooms, plus a library and a living room. All of the main rooms have delicately decorated walls and coffered ceilings.
Additionally, the villa has an attic that can be reached via on the second floor.
The Stable
What once used to be a stable is today a two storey building: the ground floor consists of a wine cellar and a basement, while the first floor has a hall with a marble fireplace, a bathroom and a kitchen with a stone fireplace. Near the structure there is a covered area where the ancient oak trees have been incorporated and a wood-burning oven is present.
The Limonaia and the Magnolia
Aristocratic Tuscan families often built a limonaia on their property - a building created specifically to house their lemon trees and pots during the winter. This property is no exception and has an exceptionally large structure dedicated to this function.
Adjacent to it is the magnolia building, named after the tree in front of it. It was once used to display vintage cars. This long and narrow space has now become a perfect location for parties, thanks to the warmth created by the brick ceiling with wooden beams, terracotta floors and terracotta heaters. Also the numerous windows facing the greenery allow the hall to be sunlit throughout the day.
The limonaia is a structure on the right side of the villa aligned with the boulevard. The ground floor has a broad hall, two smaller rooms with arched entrances together with two bathrooms. The hall is ivory colored, with two large wooden beams on the ceiling and terracotta floors with marquetry of light stones. There are two grand bedrooms, a bathroom and a dining room with a fireplace.
The Garden
The garden still resembles drawings of it from the 1700s. There is an elaborate fountain known as a Nymphaeum. It has a series of reflecting pools period, statues and decorations in rocaille style - a rococo style characterized by intricate rock, shell and scroll motifs.The garden has various elements that work together in a harmonious fashion, as is typical of properties of this period.
It has an oak-lined driveway, an orchard, a tree-lined road running from the Nymphaeum to the other side of the property, olive grovesand a broad lawn with pine trees planted centuries ago, flowers and a large plane tree.
A tennis court and a swimming pool are present as well.
The water supply, needed for the ponds, pool as well as all the greenery is guaranteed. This is thanks to the wells in the garden, but most importantly to a spring higher up in the property with a 60 m drop.
Property Feature
* annexes
* cellars
* chapel
* fireplaces
* fountain
* limonaia
* nymphaneum
* olives
* orchard
* ponds
* reflecting pools
* stables
* Swimming Pool
* tennis court
* tree lined avenue
* trompe l
* wells
* wine cellar
A breath-taking property near the wonderful town of Cortona.
Cortona and its surrounding countryside is a stunning area that sinks its roots back into an astoundingly long existence. Cortona has been continuously inhabited for over 2700 years and evidence of every historical period since the Etruscans and then ancient Romans can be found in buildings in the town, providing a multitude of opportunities to visit cultural heritage sites within a short drive of the Villa.
Cortona is also conveniently located to visit many other famous sites such as Florence, Chianti, Montepulciano, Siena and Todi, providing a nearly endless list of neighbouring areas to be visited.
Historical context
The original version of the Villa itself dates back to the 16th century and was passed on by Saint Filippo Neri of Cortona to the Tommasi family 200 years later, and a historical drawing of the structure at the time can be still found inside the Villa.
The Property
The Villa itself is a small world unto its own, a wonderful example of a patrician family's country property that has evolved very gradually over the centuries.
It has the hallmarks of a fine Tuscan property. It is surrounded by tall, attractive walls and covers an area of 4.5 hectares (9.8 acres).
Besides the impressive main villa, there are several other smaller yet beautiful and functional buildings such as a private chapel, a limonaia (a greenhouse dedicated specifically to providing winter shelter for lemon trees), a series of cellars and an astounding Baroque fountain complex and reflecting pools from the 1700s. The Villa's lawns are adorned not only by many statues and plants, but also by both a swimming pool and tennis courts.
The property also includes 10 hectares (25 acres) of a separate and yet nearby piece of agricultural land where the Villa's olives and grapes are grown.
The Villa once belonged to the Tommasi family, one of the most distinguished noble families within Cortona's history. The Villa was passed down through the generations from one Count Tommasi to the next. Many parts of the Villa have been recently restored, fully respecting the structure and spirit of this historical property.
In short, the property combines elegant Italian architecture with the famed la dolce vita, and has all the elements and amenities that one could desire in a luxury Tuscan country property.
The Main Building - The Villa
The heart and main feature of the property is the Villa, which has maintained its original aspect of the 1700s throughout the centuries.
A wide, double staircase leads to the main entrance and looks out over the gardens, with its statuary and geometrical hedges. Typical of the Tuscan style for important manor houses, the Villa is a three storey, sizable rectangular-shaped building characterized by a simple elegance. The main entrance is located at the first floor under the family crest, and is accessible via the grand double staircase. The building has 28 rooms that have been recently restored; while features such as the marble fireplaces and the trompe l'oeil frescoes have remained purposefully unaltered.
A particularly important room within the Villa is a private chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary,embellished with period frescoes on the ceiling.
The ground floor, which is the main entrance reached via the double staircase, has always been dedicated to the functional such as the kitchen, the laundry room and cellars, a study, as well as an extensive hall at the entrance and a dining room. The rooms all boast beautiful terracotta floors and ceilings with wooden beams.
The first floor is accessible from the monumental staircase plus internal stairs linking the various floors. On this floor is a vast hall with a stunning coffered ceiling and a marble fireplace, making it the grandest room in the Villa. Adjacent to this room is another smaller yet equally handsome hall, with frescoes representing hunting scenes and the room's original floors.
This floor also hosts three bedrooms with their respective bathrooms. The configuration of the second floor is similar, divided between large and impressive public rooms, bedrooms and their respective bathrooms, plus a library and a living room. All of the main rooms have delicately decorated walls and coffered ceilings.
Additionally, the villa has an attic that can be reached via on the second floor.
The Stable
What once used to be a stable is today a two storey building: the ground floor consists of a wine cellar and a basement, while the first floor has a hall with a marble fireplace, a bathroom and a kitchen with a stone fireplace. Near the structure there is a covered area where the ancient oak trees have been incorporated and a wood-burning oven is present.
The Limonaia and the Magnolia
Aristocratic Tuscan families often built a limonaia on their property - a building created specifically to house their lemon trees and pots during the winter. This property is no exception and has an exceptionally large structure dedicated to this function.
Adjacent to it is the magnolia building, named after the tree in front of it. It was once used to display vintage cars. This long and narrow space has now become a perfect location for parties, thanks to the warmth created by the brick ceiling with wooden beams, terracotta floors and terracotta heaters. Also the numerous windows facing the greenery allow the hall to be sunlit throughout the day.
The limonaia is a structure on the right side of the villa aligned with the boulevard. The ground floor has a broad hall, two smaller rooms with arched entrances together with two bathrooms. The hall is ivory colored, with two large wooden beams on the ceiling and terracotta floors with marquetry of light stones. There are two grand bedrooms, a bathroom and a dining room with a fireplace.
The Garden
The garden still resembles drawings of it from the 1700s. There is an elaborate fountain known as a Nymphaeum. It has a series of reflecting pools period, statues and decorations in rocaille style - a rococo style characterized by intricate rock, shell and scroll motifs.The garden has various elements that work together in a harmonious fashion, as is typical of properties of this period.
It has an oak-lined driveway, an orchard, a tree-lined road running from the Nymphaeum to the other side of the property, olive grovesand a broad lawn with pine trees planted centuries ago, flowers and a large plane tree.
A tennis court and a swimming pool are present as well.
The water supply, needed for the ponds, pool as well as all the greenery is guaranteed. This is thanks to the wells in the garden, but most importantly to a spring higher up in the property with a 60 m drop.
Property Feature
* annexes
* cellars
* chapel
* fireplaces
* fountain
* limonaia
* nymphaneum
* olives
* orchard
* ponds
* reflecting pools
* stables
* Swimming Pool
* tennis court
* tree lined avenue
* trompe l
* wells
* wine cellar