Conveniently located in Cortona, Italy in the tourist area "Cortona And Surroundings" and only 28 km (18 mi) from Arezzo. Villa Santa Maria is a nice stone building (500 sq m) with WiFi internet and private pool. The property can sleep up to 12 people comfortably in six bedrooms with five bathrooms. The villa is located just at 500 meters (15 minute walk) from the heart of the historical center of the famous Etruscan town of Cortona. The rental is composed of 2 adjacent units, both with an independent access from the garden, however they are rented together. What to Expect After arriving you’ll find a beautiful clean well-maintained property with views of the hills ideal for a splendid vacation in Tuscany. For your pleasure you will find a private pool where you can relax while enjoying a nice cold beverage after a busy day of shopping. Also available outdoors are a patio and barbecue grill. If you enjoy cooking for family and friends there is a well-equipped kitchen including coffee machine, microwave, toaster, stove and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to 12 people. If you prefer to dine 'al fresco', there is a fully furnished balcony where you can enjoy the weather while dining outdoors. Visit the Area Most people enjoy visiting close-by cities and towns while on holiday, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: Arezzo 28 km (18 mi), Montepulciano 31 km (19 mi), Perugia 52 km (32 mi), Montalcino 65 km (41 mi) and Gubbio 70 km (44 mi). Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 110 km (68 mi), Viareggio 196 km (122 mi), Forte Dei Marmi 204 km (126 mi), Rome 211 km (131 mi), Milan 396 km (246 mi) and Naples 402 km (250 mi). Additional Information Check-In Time: 16:00 - 18:00 Check-Out Time: 08:00 - 10:00 Pool Open: 1 May - 15 September (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking) Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Firenze Peretola (Flr) 115 km (71 mi), Pisa (Psa) 177 km (110 mi), Bologna (Blq) 202 km (125 mi), Roma Ciampino (Cia) 220 km (137 mi) and Roma Fiumicino (Fco) 233 km (144 mi). Additional Services Cooking Lessons - Learn from a local chef the techniques vital to master Tuscan cuisine. The owner can schedule to have a chef come to the property for a cooking lesson for any number of people in your group. It's a fun way to spend time with friends and family while discovering the secrets required to prepare sumptuous Tuscan meals when you return home. For more details and the extra cost, please contact us. Professional Chef - Are you looking for a real treat during your holiday? Why not book a professional chef to prepare and serve you a sumptuous meal using local produce? The chef will arrange the meal based on your preferences and dietary requirements. The chef will offer advice for the various courses and the wine. Ask for more details and the additional costs. Tours - Custom tours can be scheduled by the owner for your group. For more details about the tours available, speak to the owner after arriving or inquire prior to booking. The cost will vary depending in the exact tour and number of people. Baby Sitting - A babysitter can be organized at Villa Santa Maria. If you're traveling with kids and would like some alone time, talk to the owner directly about this option after arriving. ===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION ===== On the second floor of this unit you will find the home of the concierge, whose access is totally independent and separated from the rest of the villa where you will stay. Ground Floor Including: 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 2 bedrooms + ensuite bathroom. Kitchen 1: well equipped kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, stove top, oven, toaster, italian coffee machine, american coffee machine, WIFI internet. Kitchen 2: well equipped kitchen, dining table (people: 4), dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, stove top, oven, toaster, italian coffee machine, american coffee machine, WIFI internet. Living room 1: sofa, two armchairs, fireplace, dining table (people: 4), WIFI internet, satellite tv, exit to the garden. Living room 2: sofa, two armchairs, fireplace, dining table (people: 12), WIFI internet, satellite tv, exit to the garden. Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, bathtub, shower, hairdryer. Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 2: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, bathtub, hairdryer. Floor 1 Including: living room, 2 bedrooms + ensuite bathroom, 2 bedrooms, bathroom. Living room: sofa, two armchairs, fireplace, WIFI internet. Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer. Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom 2: double bed, WIFI internet, basin, toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer. Bedroom 1: double bed, WIFI internet. Bedroom 2: double bed, WIFI internet. Bathroom: basin, toilet, bidet, bathtub, shower, hairdryer, WIFI internet. Additional Areas Including: garden, parking space. Garden (4000 m2): swimming pool (private, length: 8m, width: 4m, max. depth: 1.8m, min. depth: 1.2m, outdoor), barbecue, fireplace, al fresco dining, dining table, garden furniture, terrace furniture, 14 sunbeds, enclosed property. Parking space: inside the property, four car spaces. The following might be to be paid extra: Babycot, Bed Linen and Towels (additional set), Extra Bed, Extra Cleaning, Final Cleaning, Heating, Pool towels, Refundable Security Deposit (cash), Tourist tax, Weekly cleaning.