Experience Tuscany the way the Tuscans do in a private stunningly elegant 17th Century Villa set on a tiny hill, nestled amongst cypresses, truffle & olive groves. This home has been featured in various journals and books for its significant beauty and architecture. Experience complete tranquility, where you can escape to unwind in the warm Tuscan sun while you drink in the culture and relaxing charm of the property. Our magical home offers everything desired while away, although you may choose to explore all the possibilities close by. Time can be spent relaxing by the pool or on the loggia, eating alfresco under the vine covered pergola, playing a variety of Italian loved games or exercising amongst the gorgeous nature.
We are located between Cortona and Monte San Savino. The estate was once the property of of the Cavalieri di Santo Stefano and the Grand Duke of Tuscany.
The estate farms five hundred hectares specializes in grain, sunflower, maize and tomatoes, as well as grape vines, olive oil and fruit trees, including peach, pear and apple. We also have riding stables if you wish to board your horse.
The cypress lined lane leads to the villa, passing through the olive and tartufo groves, riding stables and family chapel. The front looks out onto the estate park filled with wild birds, chestnut, oak and pine trees - organic herb and vegetable gardens with antique rose gardens and lemons. The entire rear of the villa is discretely stone walled with the pool, gazebo, bar hut, barbecue, limonaia with ping-pong table, change room & a washroom with a shower. If you desire will share our favourite secret trattoria, enoteca or villages in the area or one of the extraordinary markets, concerts and sagra's which are held every week in surrounding villages. Live life like we do - relax and enjoy everything this gracious culture has to share - art, music, food, wine & local historical events.
Historical cities such as Arezzo (15km), Arezzo Equestrian Centre (9km), Monte San Savino (8km), Cortona (22km), Pienza (39km), Siena (52km), Florence (70km) and Assisi (85km) are all located within a one hour drive. This villa is situated on an important historical road; it's close proximity to treasured monumental periods of the Etruscan, Roman, Mediaeval and Renaissance makes it an ideal base for anyone who would like to explore and enjoy Tuscany.