Superb Country House with Private Pool, Terrace,Cook service, Baby Playground

Cortona villa rental - Villa Cuiano from the garden
  • Bedrooms12
  • Sleeps25
  • 8 Bathrooms
Rates (Euro)
Per property, must pay in Euro
  • Per night €75 - €116
  • Per week €500 - €780
  • Per month €1,500 - €2,800
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
  • Per night $98 - $152
  • Per week $655 - $1,022
  • Per month $1,966 - $3,669
Description Villa, 500 m²

Franco Cinaglia

Speaks English, Italian

Telephone: +39 339 793-6753

Alternate Phone: +39 057 561-9202

Fax: +39 057 561-9202  

Photos and Description of the Cortona vacation villa rental
Villa Cuiano a large farmhouse that can be rented entire or as one of six flats

From the road which follows the Tuscan-Umbrian border you come to Pierle, a medieval hamlet in the hills between Cortona and Lake Trasimeno, its castle dominating the verdant valley below.

Here surrounded by olive groves and woodland of oaks and chestnuts, you will find the Villa Cuiano. Whether you are a large family, a couple or a group of friends Villa Cuiano is the ideal place for your holiday. Thoughtful restoration has preserved the Tuscan style of the stone built farm houses with chestnut beams and lintels and 19th C. stone fireplaces.

Villa Cuiano is divided into five spacious, light and independent apartments plus a separate house ( Casa Luca). Each apartment has autonomous central heating, satellite TV and music centre. The kitchens are well equipped including dishwasher.

In the garden around the Villa you will find quiet corners to sit and out door cooking facilities with a barbecue and a wood fired Pizza oven ideal for tasting local produce or taking an aperitif.

Cortona villa rental - Villa Cuiano from the garden

Villa Cuiano from the garden

Cortona villa rental - Pool Features Great Views & Large Patio

Pool Features Great Views & Large Patio

Cortona villa rental - Gorgeous Private Garden Area

Gorgeous Private Garden Area

Cortona villa rental - View of Pool in Rolling Hills

View of Pool in Rolling Hills

Cortona villa rental - Closer View of Villa Stone Exterior

Closer View of Villa Stone Exterior

Cortona villa rental - Baby PlayGround

Baby PlayGround

Cortona villa rental - Great View from the balcony

Great View from the balcony

Cortona villa rental - 'La Taverna' for fantastic dinner

'La Taverna' for fantastic dinner

Cortona villa rental - Room with a fantastic view

Room with a fantastic view

Cortona villa rental - Spacious Romantic Bedroom.

Spacious Romantic Bedroom.

Cortona villa rental - Living room with a stone fireplace

Living room with a stone fireplace

Cortona villa rental - Living room with a stone fireplace

Living room with a stone fireplace

Cortona villa rental - Sunrise in Cuiano

Sunrise in Cuiano

Cortona villa rental - All around the fantastic nature's colors

All around the fantastic nature's colors

Cortona villa rental - Villa Cuiano under the snow

Villa Cuiano under the snow

Cortona villa rental - A sunny day in our garden

A sunny day in our garden

Cortona villa rental - Casa Luca back side "Pergola with grapes"

Casa Luca back side "Pergola with grapes"

Cortona villa rental - Barbeque and bread oven in the garden

Barbeque and bread oven in the garden

Cortona villa rental - Balcony La Loggia

Balcony La Loggia

Cortona villa rental - The road to Villa Cuiano

The road to Villa Cuiano

Cortona villa rental - Bedroom La Stalla

Bedroom La Stalla

Cortona villa rental - Bedroom - La Loggia

Bedroom - La Loggia

Cortona villa rental - Green fields and trees all around

Green fields and trees all around

Cortona villa rental - Casa Luca

Casa Luca

Location: Cortona area < Arezzo Area < Tuscany < Italy

Nearest Airport : Florence at 120 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Piombino at 150 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Terontola at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : Tuoro at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : Tuoro sul Trasimeno at 14 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub : Mercatale di Cortona at 4 Kilometres
Nearest Golf : Golf Club Perugia at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : Mercatale di Cortona at 4 Kilometres
Car: necessary

The nearest village is Mercatale di Cortona, with facilities including shops, bars, medical facilities, a restaurant and bank.

The Cuiano agritourist farm is an excellent starting point for visits to Umbria and Tuscany: in one hour by car you can reach beautiful towns that will satisfy your spirit with art and religion as well as your body with a wide selection of eno-gastronomic products, not to mention the unequaled landscapes you'll see.

In Umbria there is Assisi, Perugia, Spello, Foligno, Gubbio, Città di Castello and Trasimeno lake; in Tuscany you can visit Cortona, Arezzo, Siena, Pienza, Montepulciano. Other interesting towns that are a little farther are Spoleto, San Giminiano and Montalcino. Upon request, we can arrange for a guide to help you fully appreciate the beauty of these special places.

All around Cuiano you can find beautiful paths for pleasant walks or a ride on horseback. The paths can take you to crystal-clear streams, olive groves, chestnut and oak woods.

Zoom Level: City

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Rental Rates for this vacation villa rental in Cortona, Italy

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
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Night
Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
Low Season Jan 8 2012 May 11 2012 €500 €75 €150 €75 €75 €1,500 - 2 Nights
Notes: Price for 2 people:Apartments La Loggetta or La Cantina
Mid Season May 12 2012 Jun 29 2012 €600 €88 €175 €88 €88 €1,800 - 3 Nights
Notes: Price for 2 people:Apartments La Loggetta or La Cantina
High Season Jun 30 2012 Aug 31 2012 €780 €116 €230 €116 €116 €2,800 - 1 Week
Notes: Price for 2 people:Apartments La Loggetta or La Cantina
Mid Season Sep 1 2012 Sep 21 2012 €600 €88 €175 €88 €88 €1,800 - 3 Nights
Notes: Price for 2 people:Apartments La Loggetta or La Cantina

Additional information about rental rates

  • Range Price: €500-6360/Week. Please contact for information about price of each unit.
  • Payment Options: Credit Cards Visa and MasterCard, Cash, bank transfer.

    Water, gas and electricity and hot water are included in the rental.

    Central heating costs are extra during the winter.

    The house is cleaned for your arrival and every Saturday. Bed linen and towels are provided.

    Maid service and cuisine ,normally not present, are extra. Guests should arrive after 5 pm. on Saturday and vacate before 10 am. on the day of departure.

    Cancellations and Refunds
    The deposit is non-returnable. The balance is full refunded if cancellation is made at least 45 days prior to arrival. 50% refund if canceled 45-30 days prior to arrival. There is no refund if cancellation is made less than 30 days prior to arrival. However if you cancel a booking we will return any money sent (minus bank charges) if we can find another booking for you dates.

    A deposit of 20% of the full amount is payable to confirm the reservation.
  • Mid Season: 12 May -29 June 2012- September 1st - 21st,2011- Christmas and Easter:
    -Villa Cuiano and Casa Luca (sleeps 24) Euro 4680/week;
    -Villa Cuiano (sleeps 18) Euro 3690/week;
    -La Loggia/Casa Luca (sleeps 6) Euro 990/week;
    -La Stalletta/La Stalla (sleeps 4) Euro 780/week;
    -La Cantina/La Loggetta (sleeps 2) Euro 600/week.


    Low Season:September 18, 2011 - 11 May 2012 less Christmas and Easter period:
    -Villa Cuiano and Casa Luca (sleeps 24) Euro 3940/week;
    -Villa Cuiano (sleeps 18) Euro 3100/week;
    -La Loggia/Casa Luca (sleeps 6) Euro 840/week;
    -La Stalletta/La Stalla (sleeps 4) Euro 630/week;
    -La Cantina/La Loggetta (sleeps 2) Euro 500/week;

    30 Jun 2012 - 30 August 2012:
    -Villa Cuiano and Casa Luca (sleeps 24) Euro 6360/week;
    -Villa Cuiano (sleeps 20) Euro 5060/week;
    -La Loggia/Casa Luca (sleeps 6) Euro 1300/week;
    -La Stalletta/La Stalla (sleeps 4) Euro 1100;
    -La Cantina/La Loggetta (sleeps 2) Euro 780/week.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation villa rental in Cortona, Italy

Property Type:
  • villa

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
  • bed & breakfast
  • catered

Floor Area:
  • 500 m²

Location Type:
  • village
  • rural

Theme:
  • tourist attractions
  • family

General:
  • private chef
  • towels provided
  • linens provided
  • activities guide
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • soaps basic
  • central heating
  • firewood
  • shampoo
  • sunbed
  • restaurant dining guide
  • telephone
  • staff
  • fax
  • local maps
  • paper towels

Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • kitchenette
  • freezer
  • washing machine
  • coffee grinder
  • stove top burners
  • oven
  • coffee maker
  • dish washer
  • cooking utensils
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • woodstove
  • comfy seating for 25 people

Dining:
  • dining room
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 40 people

Bathrooms:
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • La Loggia 1 - Toilet, Shower, Bidet, Bathroom en-suite of room La Loggia 1
    La Loggia 2 - Bidet, Toilet, Shower, Bathroom shared among rooms La Loggia 2 & 3
    La Stalletta 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Bidet, Bathroom with balcony en-suite of room La Stalletta 1
    La Stalletta 2 - Shower, Toilet, Bathroom en-suite of room La Stalletta 2
    La Stalla - Shower, Toilet, Bidet, Bathroom of rooms La Stalla 1&2: for wheel-chairs users
    La Loggetta - Shower, Toilet, Bidet, Bathroom en-suite of room La Loggetta
    La Cantina - Toilet, Shower, Bidet, Bathroom en-suite of room La Cantina
    Casa Luca - Bidet, Toilet, Shower
  • Bathroom La Stalla is perfect for wheelchairs users. Bathroom La Stalletta has a balcony.

Bedrooms:
  • 12 Bedrooms, Sleeps 25
  • La Loggia 1 - 1 King, 1 Baby Crib, Bathroom en-suite
    La Loggia 2 - 1 King, 1 Baby Crib, Bathroom shared with La Loggia 3
    La Loggia 3 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bathroom shared with La Loggia 2
    La Stalletta 1 - 1 Baby Crib, 1 King, Bathroom en-suite with balcony
    La Stalletta 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bathroom en-suite
    La Stalla 1 - 1 Baby Crib, 1 King, Bathroom shared with La Stalla 2
    La Stalla 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bathroom shared with La Stalla 1
    La Cantina - 1 King, Bathroom en-suite
    La Loggetta - 1 King, Bathroom en-suite
    Casa Luca 1 - 1 King, Bathroom shared with Casa Luca 2 & 3
    Casa Luca 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bathroom shared with Casa Luca 1 & 3
    Casa Luca 3 - 2 Twin/ Single, Bathroom shared with Casa Luca 1 & 2
  • The name of each rooms remember the old function of that part of the house. Bedroom Casa Luca 3 is in a loft and is particularly suitable for children. Linens and towels are provided and changed each Saturday.
Entertainment:
  • audio tape player
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • toys kids
  • books
  • radio
  • books adult
  • satellite or cable
  • CD
  • games kids

Internet Access:
  • dialup access
  • internet access

Communication / Internet:
  • cell phone

Outside:
  • child's swing
  • tennis court
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • patio stone/concrete
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • outdoor grill
  • parking off street
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 25 garden chairs
  • 18 beach chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair accessible
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • walking
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • golf
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • tennis
  • horseback riding
  • sailing
  • hunting
  • antiquing

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional
  • housekeeper

Onsite Equipment:
  • cooler small
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels

Attractions:
  • hospital
  • ATM/bank
  • museums
  • laundromat
  • cinemas
  • churches
  • forests
  • library
  • arboretum
  • autumn foliage
  • babysitting
  • playground
  • eco tourism
  • groceries

Leisure Activities:
  • freshwater fishing
  • outlet shopping
  • bird watching
  • hiking
  • live theater
  • mountain climbing
  • sight seeing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • ruins
  • winery tours
  • zoo
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives

Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional

Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • medical services
  • massage therapist

Notes: Flat is private and independent with a fully equipped kitchen, with everything for a self-catering holidays. Additional services, such as private tours, dinners, wine or olive oil tasting, can be prearranged at the time of booking. Our private, spacious garden may provide the perfect setting for celebratory event. The living room, kitchen and some garden areas allow for art workshop professional meetings in a non-traditional setting. Cook service is available for breakfast or dinner. A portable cellular phone is available upon request. Usage is pre-paid on arrival. Initial amounts normally from 5 Euro to 50 Euro. If you exhaust this amount, the property owner will show you how and where to recharge it. No rental fee for this type of unit may also be charged. Villa Cuiano provides a truly memorable setting for all types of events such as weddings, renewal of vows, baptisms and birthdays. The garden may accommodate up to 60 seated guests, restaurant 40 seats.

Further details for this vacation villa rental in Cortona, Italy

Amenities::

The house is completely cleaned with fresh towels, soap, bed linens and basic supplies.

Additional maid service during the week can be arranged at a minimal cost.

Amenities:

Outdoor Swimming Pool

Waterfront Nearby (15 km)

Golf Nearby (35 km)

Non Smoking Available

Pets Considered

Living Room

Separate Dining Room

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Heating

Fireplace

Balcony

Patio

Barbecue

Garage/Parking

Coffee Maker

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Freezer

Cooking Range

Oven

Fax Machine

Internet Access

Telephone

CD Player

Washing Machine

Tennis Court

Domestic Help Available

Baby Playground

Activities and Additional services:

Private tours, wine, olive oil tasting, etc., can be arranged at the time of booking.

Villa Cuiano provides a truly memorable setting for all types of events such as weddings, renewal of vows, baptisms and birthdays.

Our private, spacious garden may provide the perfect setting for celebratory event like wedding.

The living room, kitchen and some garden areas allow for art workshop professional meetings in a non-traditional setting.

Cook service is available for breakfast or dinner.

The swimming pool and the garden:

The garden open as a terrace with a spectacular view of the volley below and of the distant Umbrian mountains and has frequently an ideal and idyllic setting for wedding and parties.

At the swimming pool, exclusively, for the use of guests (12x6 m, 140 maximum depth) you will find sun beds, tables, chairs and umbrellas. There is play area for children, where they can play in maximum safely.

Whether you love to trek or simply stroll in the open air you will find beautiful countryside all around the villa; marvellous footpaths through chestnut woods or ancient olive groves where in autumn you can gather chestnut and mushrooms.

A weekend near Cortona, an agriturismo holiday in the green hearth of Italy, between Tuscany and Umbria; the charm of Pierle, Cortona, Montepulciano, Pienza, Perugia, Assisi, Orvieto and Lake Trasimeno will give you a relaxing tine with unforgettable sights, smells and flavours

Ski:

Activities: Additional services, such as private tours, dinners, wine or olive oil tasting, etc., can be pre arranged at the time of booking.

Our private, spacious garden may provide the perfect setting for celebratory event like wedding.

The living room, kitchen and some garden areas allow for art workshop professional meetings in a non-traditional setting.

Cook service is available for breakfast or dinner.

A portable cellular phone is available upon request. Usage is pre-paid on arrival. Initial amounts normally either 26 Euro or 52 Euro. If you exhaust this amount, the property owner will show you how and where to recharge it. No rental fee for this type of unit may also be charged.

Villa Cuiano provides a truly memorable setting for all types of events such as weddings, renewal of vows, baptisms and birthdays. The garden may accommodate up to 60 seated guests. The little restaurant room facility accommodates up to 20 seated guests.

Golf:

The entry is near the garden and once inside you find the built-in kitchen and sitting room with armchairs and large antique table. The sleeping area includes a spacious, cool bedroom where an afternoon rest on a warm summer day is truly pleasant. The bathroom has a bath tub.

The house is completely cleaned with fresh towels, soap, bed linens and basic supplies.

Additional maid service during the week can be arranged at a minimal cost.

Amenities: Outdoor Swimming Pool

Waterfront Nearby (15 km)

Golf Nearby (35 km)

Non Smoking Available

Pets Considered

Living Room

Separate Dining Room

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Heating

Fireplace

Balcony

Patio

Barbecue

Garage/Parking

Coffee Maker

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Freezer

Cooking Range

Oven

Fax Machine

Internet Access

Telephone

CD Player

Washing Machine

Tennis Court

Domestic Help Available

Babysitting

Linens/Towels

Porch

Baby Equipment

Garden

Windsurfing

Wood Stove.

Other Activities:

trekking, restaurant

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation villa rental in Cortona, Italy

Superb Country House with Private Pool, Terrace,Cook service, Baby Playground
average rating of 5.0 based on 18 reviews
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Superb Country House with Private Pool, Terrace,Cook service, Baby Playground
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305585
+39 339-793-6753
Cortona Cortona area
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A perfect location for Tuscany escapades

Review Submitted: December 15, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
Villa Cuiano is a place that I would absolutely recommend to people looking for tranquil place close to the nature. The house is located high on a forest mountain slope with no village or other property seen from that place. But with the car you are able to reach every place in Tuscany and Umbria in one day trip. The owner is a very kind and polite person who keeps the house, pool and garden in a great shape. He made us feeling like extraordinary quests always fullfilling our extra needs. One may always ask him for a valuable information about the local attractions and customs, restaurants worth going, etc. Among many advantages it is worth mention that Cuiano place is never too hot which makes sleeping and resting very comfortable. Despite the facility consists of some six apartments one may never feel the place overcrowded and I am sure that sometime I will visit that place again which is a best recommendation.
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Superb Country House with Private Pool, Terrace,Cook service, Baby Playground
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+39 339-793-6753
Cortona Cortona area
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Peaceful retreat in the hills

Review Submitted: December 15, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We returned this year, having enjoyed our stay last year, and were not disappointed.

The owner, Franco, works hard to keep the area clean and tidy and had clearly been working out of season to continue to improve the facilities and environment.

The apartments are all comfortable and well equipped and the area around the pool can be wonderfully tranquil and relaxing.

We would certainly consider returning
Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
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The Best Villa I Have Ever Rented

Review Submitted: December 15, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2008
We rented Villa Cuiano for a family reunion and it was the best villa I have ever rented -- in terms of the accommodations, amenities and the thoughtful concern and attention demonstrated by Franco, the property owner. We have rented villas in France, Italy, Mexico and several Caribbean islands and this one excelled in all regards.

There were 18 of us ranging in age from 9-65 yrs. and there was plenty to do both on and off the property for everyone in the party. The descriptions of the accommodations and property are very accurate (not always true with all property descriptions) and each apartment was outfitted with all the basics that you would need. The furnishings were tasteful and the architecture beautiful. The family would split up and day trip and then end up around the pool (which really had enough chairs,lounges, tables for 18!) watching the sunset and trading stories of our day.

The grounds are extensive and well manicured. It is a working farm and we always had a few friendly, well behaved dogs and cats roaming around which was a great plus for the kids. We'd wake up early some days to the sounds of tractors or roosters but it really just fed into the ambiance. If you don't enjoy that, Florence or Siena may be more to your liking.

Franco was just the most gracious and concerned (yet not intrusive) host. He was tremendously helpful in terms of directions, suggestions and knowledge or the area. Perhaps most telling was his reaction when one of our youngest was ill. When we asked if there was a doctor or clinic, he phoned his personal physician, made an appointment and went with the child and her parents to the doctor to act as interpreter. That type of thoughtfulness transcends a dollar value and we greatly appreciated it.

To celebrate the birthday of one of our family, Franco arranged to have a dinner prepared at the villa in an adjacent room which can accommodate 40. We had an absolutely terrific, reasonably priced 6 course meal (I think 6-- we were provided with wine as well as the meal which results in a somewhat clouded memory) that featured local specialties. In keeping with his attention to detail, Franco asked for a list of any allergies we may have so that the cook could avoid those ingredients.

This is absolutely a great rental. We look forward to another trip to Villa Cuiano.
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Perfect for large group

Review Submitted: December 8, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2005
After quite an exciting ride up the mountain, a right turn into the driveway, your jaw drops. In front of you are Dottie and Pasquilino (the dogs) to welcome you to Cuiano. And Ceca too, the neighbors dog. Ten of us stayed at Cuiano in Oct. 2005. We rented La Loggia and La Stalletta (ajoining apartments). All the rooms were large and nicely furnished. The bathrooms were large and had enough hot water for all of us. The kitchens were well stocked with everything we needed if we wanted to cook. It did take a bit to learn the ins and out of the stove, but once mastered, we had no problem.
To say the area is beautiful is an understatement. Suffice it to say, when my brother-in-law looked out his bedroom window he said "My God, what did we do right". The scenery is magnificent and every morning a sheer joy to see it. We totally enjoyed hearing the bells of our neighbors sheep in the meadow down below, and we were lucky enough to see the two newborn lambs.
Cuiano was a great home base. We were able to go to Gubbio, Arezzo, Siena, Assisi, Camuccia for market day and Cortona we visited 3 times. Cortona was absolutely our favorite, although it's really hard to choose. We dined at Mimmi's twice; if you get a chance make sure you make a reservation, it's not to be missed. No menu, but who needs it, whatever Mimmi cooks is just delicious. Be prepared for a 10 course meal.
Franco, thank you, thank you, thank you. Our home away from home was just the best. Dottie and Pasquilino were welcome visitors and such sweet dogs. For those of you who stay at Cuiano, Pasquilino will lead the way down the mountain at top speed and then meet you again on the way up to lead you back home. Like the mayor of Cuiano.
If you're thinking of a visit to Tuscany, you couldn't pick a better place than Cuiano to stay.
Enjoy the view, enjoy the food, enjoy the wine,enjoy CUIANO.
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Review Submitted: July 5, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We were a party of 13 assorted family and friends with ages ranging from 27 to 84 when we visited Villa Cuiano in June 2009. We choose this property for its location and the variety of apartments within it. We rented La Stalla, La Stalletta and La Loggia spending several memorable evenings cooking and eating together in La Stalla which lends itself admirably to this along with the barbecue. The space both internally and externally in the most expertly restored farmhouse enabled us all to enjoy our various interests and we had everything we needed including the pool with ample loungers and parasols. The rural tranquility was completed by the sound of a distant cuckoo by day and an owl by night together with the fireflies up the track illuminated only by the moon.

By day we variously enjoyed energetic walks up the hill, lazing by the pool or visiting the beautiful villages and towns of Umbria and Tuscany. Villa Cuiano is the ideal venue for those who want a friendly informal atmosphere in a stunning location with the attention of three devoted resident dogs who love to accompany guests on their walks and, together with assorted cats, wait hopefully for tasty morsels at mealtimes. The accommodation is very clean and comfortable (quite firm beds) with lots of bathrooms, the pool is maintained on a daily basis and there is a great view down the valley. The small supermarkets and weekly market in Mercatale provide all the essentials for self-catering with two excellent butchers and even a pharmacy. Both in Mercatale and the next village of Licciano Niccone there are good places to eat out including the bustling Fizz Bar with local fish on a Friday. All in all a great place to relax and enjoy a rural holiday yet within easy driving distance of Lake Trasimeno and a boat trip to the island, the lovely hill villages, Cortona, Perugia, Assisi etc and with good train links to Rome and Florence.

Nothing was too much trouble for Franco, the owner and we really appreciated his willingness to turn the groundfloor sittingroom in La Stalletta into a single bedroom for the comfort and convenience of the oldest member of the party. On our first evening Franco, by prior arrangement, cooked and served a delightful meal of local produce and wine and coped admirably with the delay due to late arrivals. This was a great way to begin our holiday and one we thoroughly recommend for a large group.

It is our intention to return in due course as we so enjoyed the relaxing
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