Villa with Private Pool
Beautiful and Tranquil Location with Panoramic Views
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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Described by one guest as 'heaven on earth' in a stunning location, La Tartaruga is a traditional farmhouse comprising 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms which has been rebuilt and comfortably restored in classic Tuscan style with terracotta floors and beamed ceilings. Set in 7 acres of olive groves on a wooded hillside with panoramic views both up to the historic village of Civitella (2 miles) and across the Chiana valley towards Cortona. Downstairs, as well as a large entrance hall there is a spacious kitchen/dining room leading to a comfortable sitting room with modern sofas. Outside there is a terrace with large table for alfresco meals. The swimming pool measures 12 x 5.2 metres approx. The garden is mainly laid to grass. The house is in beautiful countryside and superbly located for art and culture and all the historic towns and villages of Tuscany and Umbria. Florence is about 1 hour away, Siena and Cortona about 50 minutes, whilst Perugia and Assisi are within easy reach.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 30 April 2011 - 14 May 2011 | £975 | 7 | ||
| 14 May 2011 - 25 June 2011 | £1375 | 7 | ||
| 25 June 2011 - 2 July 2011 | £1450 | 7 | ||
| 2 July 2011 - 27 August 2011 | £1800 | 7 | ||
| 27 August 2011 - 24 September 2011 | £1400 | 7 | ||
| 24 September 2011 - 15 October 2011 | £900 | 7 | ||
| 15 October 2011 - 24 December 2011 | £850 | 4 | ||
| 24 December 2011 - 7 January 2012 | £1000 | 7 | ||
| 7 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | £850 | 4 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 14 April 2012 | £1100 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 28 April 2012 | £925 | 7 | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 12 May 2012 | £960 | 7 | ||
| 12 May 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £1280 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 25 August 2012 | £1950 | 7 | ||
| 25 August 2012 - 15 September 2012 | £1600 | 7 | ||
| 15 September 2012 - 13 October 2012 | £1200 | 7 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 22 December 2012 | £850 | 7 |
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday and guests must depart by 10 am. Arrival after 4pm. Over Christmas and New Year the changeover day can be changed by arrangement.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with large double bed, bathroom en-suite. Bedroom 2 with two single beds. Bedroom 3 with large double bed. Bedroom 4 with 2 single beds and infant's travelling cot. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 with shower, washbasin, toilet and bidet. Bathroom 2 with shower, washbasin, toilet and bidet. Bathroom 3 with shower, washbasin and toilet and washing machine. |
| Kitchen: | 4 ring gas hob and electric oven and grill, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. |
| Living Rooms: | Large kitchen/dining room with French doors onto the terrace and dining table seating 10. This leads into sitting room with tables, armchair and three sofas. Radio, satellite TV and DVD player. Fireplace. |
| Other: | Spacious entrance hall. |
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Bedlinen and towels are included and changed every Saturday. Please note that guests are required to take their own swimming towels as the bath towels are not to be taken from the house. Swimming towels can be provided at £1.50 per towel to cover costs. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
Central heating. No smoking or pets allowed at the property.
The house has 3g coverage.
Accessibility
As can be seen from the photograph of the property the access is suitable for wheelchairs and there is a downstairs bedroom and separate bathroom. The bathroom has a shower but has not been adapted for disabled use.
Outside
Large terrace with table and chairs for 8 and umbrella. Barbecue. On the olive terraces there is a pergola to give further shade which overlooks the pool and is furnished with a table and 8 chairs. There are 8 sunloungers with cushions. The terraced olive grove and grounds of about 7 acres provide for a pleasant after dinner stroll.
Coast/Beach
Civitella is more or less equidistant from the east and west coasts of Italy. The west coast can be reached by car in under 2 hours, the east coast in under two and a half hours.
Golf
Described by one American writer as 'Among the 50 most beautiful courses of the world' Circolo Golf Ugolino is about 55 minutes away just south-west of Florence.
Travel
There are numerous airports within easy reach. Budget airlines fly in to Pisa, Rome, Bologna and Perugia. BA flies in to Pisa, Rome and Bologna. Meridiana flies in to Florence which is about 1 hour away.
Distances
The hilltop village of Civitella is about 2 miles away with a bar and two good restaurants as well as great views from the piazza. Arezzo (20 minutes) has lovely medieval streets and a fascinating monthly antiques market. The property is ideally situated both for Cortona (50 minutes) and Perugia and Assisi to the east, as well as for Siena (50 minutes) which is a real delight and the incomparable Florence (1 hour). Florence and Pisa are easily reached by train from Arezzo or Montevarchi.
Further details
Civitella - one general store (2 miles). Albergo - one general store, bar and pizzeria (2 miles). Badia al Pino - mini-market (3+ miles). Monte San Savino - most facilities (8 miles). Arezzo - all facilities (10 miles). Mountain bikes can be hired from Monte San Savino, and there are riding stables at the bottom of the hill. The is a small vineyard at the bottom of the hill which supplies wines at very reasonable prices which are better in quality that similarly priced supermarket wines.
Booking notes
La Tartaruga is open all year for weekly rentals with a Saturday changeover. The pool will normally be open from mid-May to the end of September but the season can be extended on request. We shall give you a provisional booking held for 7 days after sending to you a rental contract. Deposit will depend on length of time before stay. Security deposit of £500.
Guest comments
'We had a lovely time and how special we found the area. Lake Trasimeno - great fun for kids - we did pedalos - and lake boat trip. Would be lovely for cycling/walking. Great fun lying on the sunloungers at night and star gazing and walking up the drive wildlife spotting - deer/wild boar/fox cubs etc - children won't forget that in a hurry. The house was beautifully equipped - the pool is superb - great to have such a large one. The house really is beautiful.' (Baynes - July 2007).
'Very comfortably furnished with those little extra items that make a stay more enjoyable and comfortable. The location is superb - so quiet and peaceful with fantastic views from all aspects and certainly a good area for walking.' (Cotton - August 2007).
'We all had a wonderful time, the house, weather, countryside, food and wine couldn't have been more perfect. The children had a great time exploring in the many acres of ground surrounding the house.' (Melrose - July 2008).
Owner profile
Enjoying early spring sunshine in Florence
About the owner
We are David Evans, a retired commercial solicitor, and his wife Edwina. We have three grown up daughters who live and work in London. We live in the south of England near Winchester but spend as much time as we can in Tuscany.
Year purchased: 2006
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We first came to Tuscany when our children were young and loved the area with its old hill towns and glorious landscapes. When we started looking in 2005 we decided that this area was very well placed for all the attractions of Tuscany and Umbria, and Arezzo itself is a delightful local town. When we first saw the house it was obvious that this was the house for us. A huge reconstruction from a ruined farmhouse was almost complete, so there would be very little for us to do, and the views were stunning. We also loved its quiet location which is completely private, although it is close to Civitella and Monte San Savino for shopping and restaurants. There are so many towns within an hour's drive, including Siena and Florence which we never tire of visiting.
Unique benefits of the property
Often when we go to Italy we like to do nothing more than relax in the sunshine and use the pool. We love to walk up into Civitella and have a drink in the square enjoying the lovely views, and then maybe go for a meal in one of the two good restaurants there. Sometimes we will go off for the day to Florence where there are often concerts in the evening. Another favourite is Arezzo where, after a little shopping, or a visit to the wonderful Piero della Francesca frescoes, we like to sit at one of the bars in the beautiful piazza with a beer or aperitif and watch the world go by. Our children also love coming to the house with husbands and friends and we often have a houseful which is great fun. We find La Tartaruga a very special place.
For booking and further information
Property Ref IT1519
Contact Name:
David Evans
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 1794388246
Owners Website: Click here
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