Holiday farmhouses near Mercatale, Cortuona Area, Arezzo Province, Tuscany and Florence, Italy
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Farmhouse near Mercatale, Cortona Area, Arezzo Province
Tuscan Farmhouse with Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Wonderful Views
Peaceful Country Location.
Sleeps 8/10 (4 Bedrooms)

 
House, Pool and Terrace
House, Pool and Terrace
Sitting Area
Sitting Area


This beautiful and very spacious farmhouse set on a hillside with sensational views and fabulous gardens is near the medieval town of Cortona but within easy driving distance of Florence and Siena and the facilities of lake Trasimeno. It is ideal for families wanting a quiet holiday and perfect for walking holidays in early summer, spring and autumn. The towns of Cortona, Umbertide and Perugia are all within 25 minutes drive. Riding, sailing and waterskiing available on the lake.


Dining Room
Dining Room
Casa Vecchia
Casa Vecchia


Prices Currency Conversion

Rental periods

May to October
January - March Negotiable
April/May £1750
June £1950
July/August £2450
September/October £1950
November/December Negotiable

Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Discounts for long lets or small parties and in winter.

Changeover day
Arrival and departure normally lunch time changeover days normally Friday or Saturday but can be flexible.

Accommodation
Bedrooms: Bedroom 1, 2 and 3 with large double bed.
Bedroom 4 with two double beds.
Bathrooms: En-suite bathroom for bedrooms 1 and 2 both with baths and separate showers and WC.
Bedrooms 3 and 4 share a shower room with WC.
Downstairs WC.
Kitchen: Main kitchen has Aga with gas hob and two electric ovens, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and separate dryer, large larder fridge/freezer with smaller fridge, kettle toaster and liquidiser.
Utility Room: Iron and ironing table, cleaning equipment.
Living Rooms: Large sitting room with 2 sofas and 2 armchairs, Sky TV, DVD player and sound system with seperate output to pool and kitchen areas.
Other: Large hall/study with 2 sofas, large dining room seats 10/12, eat in kitchen seats 6, outside stone built BBQ, teak garden furniture and parasols, outside table and chairs seats 8 to 12. Heated Mosaic Pool and Hot Tub, garden lighting.
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service:
Linen and towels included, with cleaning once a week. Extra cleaning can be arranged at 15 euros an hour. Pool and garden maintenance once a week.

Notes on accommodation
The house is about a mile down a well surfaced 'white' road which is well maintained and easily navigable by ordinary hire car. It is some distance from lively nightlife and bars situated by lake Trasimeno so is not really suitable for anyone with teenage/20s children who would have to drive home late at night.
The heated Jacuzzi will be available from spring 2008 as will extensive additions to the landscaped gardens.

Amenities/Facilities provided
hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge
microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer
iron/ironing board satellite tv telephone central heating
room fans barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) pool heating

Outside
Private heated pool mosaic tiled 6x12m and large Hot Tub. Terrace by pool and house with 6 teak sunbeds and 2 parasols. Dining table and 8 chairs under the trees with parasols. Outside lights and pool lights. Extensive landscaped gardens and wooded area with plenty of peaceful shaded places to enjoy. Plenty of parking space. Logs available for fires in the evenings when required.

Coast/Beach
25 minutes drive to the beaches and water sports of Lake Trasimeno and 2 hours drive to either the Mediterranean or Adriatic in opposite directions.

Travel
Nearest airports Perugia (Ryanair from Stansted) 40 mins, Bologna Forli (Ryanair) or Ancona (Ryanair) both 2 hours drive. Rome and Pisa, about 2½ - 3 hour's drive.

Distances
Nearest shop selling basics about 3 miles drive, nearest large villages with variety of shops, bars and restaurants 15 mins drive, nearest large town Cortona, Perugia and Umbertide 25 - 35 mins drive. 1½ hours to Florence, Siena, Montepulciano.

Further details
There are a number of high quality value for money restaurants within easy reach all offering their own unique atmosphere and typical Italian welcome.

Booking notes
Cheques or direct bank transfer. Deposit of 30% on making reservation and can be made in Euro or Sterling, balance 6 weeks before holiday commences.

Guest comments
We have had the best holiday you could imagine... Casa Vecchia is magical and in the most superb position. It has such an amazing view.... We would love to return.
P & J Hambly, Norwich.
You have the most beautifull and comfortable home in a fantastic setting, we can't wait to return. Wells family, Surrey.

For booking and further information
Simon Hudson
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