New listing: Casale Burcinella, Cortona. beautiful villa - pool, great location

Immerse yourself in the heart of Tuscany at this carefully renovated 200-year-old traditional farmhouse, offering fantastic facilities, extensive private gardens, a private pool, and is ideally placed for exploring the region.

The tranquil setting comprises one acre of private gardens adorned with olive trees, fruit trees, and thoughtfully planned recreational areas. An inviting private pool with a large gazebo, together with a spacious covered terrace featuring sofas, a dining table, barbecue and open fireplace, create an idyllic retreat for families and independent travellers alike.

Peacefully secluded yet conveniently connected, Casale Burcinella provides the perfect base for touring the magnificent surrounding countryside, hill towns and cultural highlights of Tuscany and Umbria. Alternatively, guests may choose to simply unwind by the pool, soaking up the calm and natural beauty that define this enchanting setting.

Set against a scenic backdrop and bordering an adjacent vineyard, Casale Burcinella also enjoys splendid views of Cortona, famously featured in the film Under the Tuscan Sun, inviting guests to savour the region’s rich history, celebrated cuisine, vineyards and renowned wines.

Accommodation is accessed by a traditional external stone staircase to the first-floor, leading to a charming dining terrace with panoramic views. Inside, discover high ceilings featuring original chestnut beams throughout, terracotta floors, modern kitchen facilities, antique hand-painted furniture, and quality furnishings and fixtures.

The farmhouse is conveniently positioned, just minutes from Fratta Santa Caterina for day to day shopping needs, bakery and bar/cafe.

It's an easy 10-minute drive from the bustling market town of Camucia, providing a full range of services, including banks, supermarkets, coffee shops, restaurants, and regular train services to Rome and Florence.

Explore the ancient charm of Cortona, just minutes from Camucia, revealing captivating views, exceptional restaurants, galleries, coffee, gelato and stylish shops. A host of other beautiful medieval towns are easily accessible from the house, as is lovely Lake Trasemino, at 30-minutes, with boating, beach, restaurants and cafes and other fantastic touring activities.

Medieval towns such as Pienza, Perugia, Assisi, Montepulciano, and cultural gems like Siena and Florence are within an hour.

The region's rich history is evident, featuring an important 2000-year-old Etruscan tomb nearby. Historical highlights include Hannibal's advance in 217 BC with his formidable army and war elephant, as well as Leonardo da Vinci's ingenious drainage scheme for the area's ancient marshlands. You are in the centre of St Francis's legacy with numerous beautiful, iconic sites nearby.

Accommodation:
• Large, bright open plan living, dining, kitchen brimming with character. Beautiful large feature fireplace with wood burner. Generous dining table for 6 people.
• Three lovely, large bedrooms: Master bedroom with king-size bed, beautiful hand-painted furniture, views over pool and vineyard. Large ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet, bidet. Second bedroom with king-size bed, well furnished with views over vineyard and Cortona, large hand-painted wardrobe and dressing table. Third bedroom with 2 large single beds, well furnished with views to Cortona and farmland.
• Second bathroom with large shower, toilet, bidet.
• Good quality hair driers are provided.
• A large independent laundry room, equipped with a Bosch washing machine, adds practicality to the accommodation.
• Bed linen and all towels including pool towels are provided and are changed weekly for stays over one week.

Cette villa offre de nombreuses prestations comme une piscine extérieure, des barbecues et un jardin. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Cette villa de Cortona est non-fumeurs.