Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
52 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Cortona
This villa places you next to Santa Maria delle Grazie and within a 15-minute walk of Piazza della Repubblica. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona
One of the most charming Tuscany villas, lovely stone farmhouse situated in panoramic location offering splendid views over the Chiana Valley and over the ancient church S. Maria delle Grazie al Calcinaio. This charming villa is very close to the centre of Cortona, a beautiful small medieval Tuscan town whose origins date back to the Etruscan period. The villa has been recently restored but it still preserves many of its original details like the ancient terracotta-tiled floors and the beamed ceilings. The interiors are tastefully furnished mostly with some antique pieces offering a cosy atmosphere. The property, thanks to its spacious interiors and its large exteriors, guarantees a pleasure and safe stay. All the areas, including the swimming pool, are carefully sanitized and sterilized for the health and tranquility of guests.
Distances: Cortona with all kinds of shops 1 km (within walking distance for fit guests), Camucia 1 km, Arezzo about 30 km. Perugia and Siena are approx. 50 km away. At guests’ disposal: terraced garden offering extensive views over the surrounding landscape and small stone swimming-pool (3,5 x 4 m - open from 15/04 to 15/10) provided with hydromassage jets and charming waterfall, barbecue. Laundry with washing-machine and iron. All of the bedrooms of the first floor are provided with air-conditioning. WI-FI internet connection available (free of charge). Parking within the grounds. Extra services: maid service available by arrangement (€ 15,- / per hour). Baby bed available on request.
Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION ===== Ground floor: entrance, living-room (sat. TV) with fireplace, dining area and access to an additional living area with air conditioning (giving on to the ouside) and with double sofa-bed (free of charge for 1 person - if used by 2 persons there is an extra charge of € 80,- / per week) and access to a bedroom with a single bed and to a bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub, kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher) with fireplace and dining area. 1st floor (accessible via an external stone staircase too): double bedroom (air conditioning), twin-bedded room (air conditioning), bathroom with shower (Jacuzzi).
The following might be to be paid extra: Babycot, Electricity, Heating, Pets, Refundable Security Deposit in cash, Tourist tax, Wood.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub, hair dryers, and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,153 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Important information
Fees
Electricity fee: EUR 0.4 per kilowatt-hour
Heating fee: EUR 4.15 per cubic meter
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number IT051017B5UKO23R5K
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts cash.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Spectacular Amazing Views
4172001
Spectacular Town Cortona Amazing Views
Spectacular Villa Amazing Views
Spectacular Villa Town Cortona Amazing Views
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this villa?
This villa is located in Cortona, just steps from Santa Maria delle Grazie. You'll also find Piazza della Repubblica and Cortona Cathedral less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at this villa?
No, there isn't parking at this villa.
Is this villa associated with a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona?
This lakeside villa offers many amenities for couples, including a private pool and a fireplace in each villa with some featuring private pools.
Does Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona have a hot tub?
Yes, this villa has a spa tub.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Are there connecting rooms at this villa?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Sant Egidio Airport (PEG), which is about 28.6 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona?
Yes, every villa at Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona comes with a deck.
Villa Calcinaio - Holiday Country Villa with swimming pool in Cortona Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 44 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lu Ann V.
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa in Cortona
Great location in Tuscany! tight roads in and out of the property, must it has the most spectacular views around. 3 min. drive to Cortona.The villa is spacious and very accomodating. Just be sure to ask how to use the dishwasher and washing machine.
Lu Ann V.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Cathy S.
Oct 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Cortona
Villa Calcinaio was a beautiful place to spend our time while in Cortona. My goal was to get a slice of Tuscan life and this house gave me the opportunity to do just that. It was rustic but charming and updated ~20 years ago.
Enrico was very responsive and even came to our rescue when we had trouble locating the house on the dark and rainy night when we arrived.
I found the house stocked with all the basics and then some and I fell in love with the view of the beautiful dome from every window.
My only word of caution is that the small road to the house is very steep, unpaved, and has poor visibility from both entrances to the main road. It was doable in a compact car, but I felt better having a co-pilot to help me check for oncoming cars when exiting. Again, something that Italians may be used to, but not so much for many others.
Also, if being able to walk to town is what's drawing you to this space as it was for me, while it can be done, you are walking on very curvy and narrow roads, and even for someone in good shape, it is a heck of a steep incline. We chose to take the very short drive to the public parking lot up the hill and save our energy for the walks in Cortona.
Cathy S.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Merideth K.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property but strange noises at night.
Nice enough property, very clean.
You need to reconfigure furniture in living room so more people can sit. Ok for 2 people but not really inviting and comfortable. Don't need the dining table in that room or that huge hutch.
More wine glasses and bowls needed.
Update master bedroom mattress. Very uncomfortable.
Grounds very enjoyable!
Property manager very responsive and helpful.
Not really walkable up to hilltop.
Reason for the lower rating is the house is over 200 years old (remodeled). At night there are a lot of noises to keep you up. If you get spooked this isn't the property for you. We checked out early due to this night after night.
Merideth K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Seth F.
Jul 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Tuscan stay
Just on the slope nestled between Cortona city and the Calcinaio church, the location was perfect for us. We enjoyed the serenity of no one immediately around us while only being a very short drive from the city walls. (Admittedly, we could have walked, but driving was easier!) Taking day trips to various Tuscan cities and sights was wonderfully served by the central location.
Seth F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rob B.
Jul 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect Tuscan cottage
We were 100% satisfied with this property. It is charming and well maintained, with a great lawn and small pool to cool off in. The driveway is a bit rustic, but the parking is easy and behind a security gate. The views of the adjacent Renaissance church and the Valdichiana are amazing. The hilltop town of Cortona is 5min away and full of good restaurants, shopping, and an interesting Etruscan museum. There is a full service Conad grocery store in the town of Camucia, 5min down the hill. Florence, Siena, and Montepulcianco are easy day trips.The owner’s son, Enrico, met us at the house to check us in and spoke good English. Overall we were completely satisfied.
Rob B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Christopher C.
Sep 19, 2018
Lovely villa well appointed.everything you need.
A little noisy as close to the road. Close all shutters and it is fine. We had a problem with dogs barking all night. Got better towards the end of the week. No internet at all but on holiday so ok. Stteep walk to town but found escalator which helped . Can drive to escalator park car free so easy.
C and c carroll August 2018
Christopher C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Marylin Y.
May 26, 2018
Great time was had by all!
3 Couples from Florida stayed for 6 nights. The villa was more rustic than I expected but it was fun to live as Cortonians... Enrico, one of the owners and caretakers was great. He helped us out several times. The seating areas are not the roomyish but it worked. My husband and I slept in 2 different little rooms downstairs but since one of us snores it worked well. The view and location are fabulous. Easy to visit many other towns. You need a car, no doubt. Sitting outside in the evening was great. Only the 2 rooms upstairs are air conditioned. This time of the year, early May, the downstairs was cool. I think it is pushing it for 3 couples but we are all good friends and it worked! Thank you Enrico! We had a wonderful time!
Marylin Y.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
William C., Germany/California
Mar 13, 2018
Beautiful Stone House Overlooking the Val de Chiana and the Chiesa Santa Maria della Grazia
We spent a winter week in this nicely renovated stone farm house on the hill side below Cortona. The house is in a unique and beautiful setting on a terrace overlooking the Val di Chiana. It has a good size well-equipped kitchen with a dining area and its own fireplace. There are two small living/dining areas adjacent to the kitchen. One living area with a second fireplace, nice to have in the winter. The large garden terrace includes a small spa/pool (shut down in the winter). The second floor has two good size bedrooms, with some nice antiques, and the second bathroom. The ground floor also has a very small bedroom and a full bathroom. The original restoration of the house was obviously carefully thought out and well constructed. The arrival is at the owners' family home at the bottom of the hill, and the arrival and check-in went very smoothly. Enrico was friendly, helpful and had any information you may need for your visit to the area. We had a couple of small issues with the house the first day, and Enrico responded immediately and easily remedied everything. Other than the house itself, the views over the Val di Chiana and immediately over the Chiesa Santa Maria della Grazie are spectacular. Wonderful to be outside and just enjoy the views and sunsets.
William C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Lauren B.
Nov 2, 2017
Wonderful! Beautiful villa, great communication with owner, a Tuscan dream
I can't rave enough about this villa! It is exactly what we were looking for- set in the Tuscan hills with access to the charming town of Cortona (which, incidentally, has a 1 star Michelin restaurant, 2 Bib gourmands, and a few other Michelin guide restaurants...a surprising number of quality places for such a small town!). The villa is spacious, the man who met us was VERY helpful, it's quiet at night, the lawn is much bigger than it looks from the pictures and the bathrooms were surprisingly easy to use for European bathrooms!
One note- it is fairly difficult to walk into Cortona from the villa. It's do-able but, you have to cross or walk down fairly busy roads. That said, it's only a 3-4 minute drive into town. And, this villa is so great, I didn't even care that I couldn't walk to town!
Lauren B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Joey T.
Oct 4, 2017
Fanstatic...
The property owner could not have been more gracious. The house and view of the church and the Valdichiana was beautiful. This place is a jewel in Tuscany.
Joey T.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
6/10 Okay
Patrick K.
Oct 10, 2016
Good location for Cortona, Camucia, Castilion di Lago, Pergo.
Lotsa of room and hot water. Nice view.
Enrico the manager of the property very helpful and responded quickly to our needs.
Close to Strata so a lot of traffic noise during the day.
Like any villa in the country ants, spiders, centipedes and scorpions are present but with regular sweeping and mopping of floors along with spray/vapour plug ins they can be kept at a minimum.
Keep track of your electrical usage by reading meter every couple days as it can get very expensive ...up to €18/day.
Would stay there again.
Patrick and Laurie
Patrick K.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2016
8/10 Good
Stefan J.
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Stefan J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Claudia G.
Jul 12, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice but too expensive
Nice house and a fantastic garden. Cortona is a great place. The house wasn't very clean and the Air-Con is available but doesn't really cool the bed rooms upstairs on hot summer days. It's too expensive for what it is.
Claudia G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
stefano
Sep 20, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Settembre al Calcinaio
Soggiorno piacevole, affaccio eccezionale (meglio che nelle foto!), prato e piccola piscina con idromassaggio che fanno godere molto relax, abitazione dal fascino d'altri tempi ma attrezzata agli attuali, wi-fi e frigo così così, ma saranno migliorati, attenta e gentile collaborazione da parte dei proprietari. Certamente da consigliare.
stefano
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
2/10 Terrible
sylvie D.
Sep 14, 2018
énorme déception !!!
cette soit-disante splendide villa restaurée de 200 m² n'est en fait qu'une maison rustique de 120 m², restaurée il y a 20 ans !!! impossible de cuisiner dans la cuisine, il n'y a aucun plan de travail, ni de rangement ! le séjour est tout petit, et occupé par de nombreuses araignées !
l'eau qui coule dans la baignoire est marron ! les équipements de jaccuzzi dans la salle de bain et la salle d'eau sont vétustes et inutilisables !!!
bref, le prix est scandaleusement cher que ce type de location.
c'est une honte !
sylvie D.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Christian H.
Aug 11, 2018
Wonderful, authentic villa, close to everything!
We had a wonderful stay in the villa. Close to sights in Booth Toscany and Umbria and in walking distance to lovely Cortona. The house is cosy and well equipped and the garden is lovely. We spent many days just relaxing in the garden. The surrounding mountains are perfect for biking.