Archive for 'Cortona'

Cortona is one of Tuscany’s most magical and picturesque medieval hilltop towns. Considered the, “pearl,” of the Valdichiana, it is surrounded by the lush greenery of the valleys of this fertile and lovely part of the region, and overlooks some astounding landscapes. Within the ancient walls that enclose Cortona, the town itself is equally stunning and quintessentially Tuscan. This is the sort of place to come with very little plans in mind at all and to simply wander and soak it all in. So, browse our villas in Cortona and come explore this gorgeous part of Tuscany on your next vacation…

If you are a fan of perfect interiors that are untouched by daily life, that look like something plucked right from the pages of a decor magazine, but can’t seem to manage it at home – it’s pretty hard to maintain when you are busy – then the easiest way to get a taste of this kind of elegant perfection is to book a stylish villa in Tuscany. For the duration of your holiday, you can enjoy living in these beautiful surroundings and escaping daily routines and concerns. We have all sorts of properties in Tuscany to suit different tastes that will allow this kind of experience. From historic palaces full of gorgeous antiques, to charming county houses that are warm and welcoming, to sleek and modern apartments in amazing cities, there is something for everyone.

Take, The Architect's House in Cortona, for example. This perfectly designed gem has that distinct architect’s touch and is located right in the heart of the charming town of Cortona, making it the perfect spot for a dreamy escape...

Nestled in the heart of Italy, where the lyrical landscape of Tuscany unfolds in a canvas of rolling hills, lies the enchanting Casa Novecento. This remarkable stone villa in Tuscany sits majestically in the centre of the historic gem that is Cortona, offering easy access to everything that the city has to offer in addition to impossibly lovely views over the gorgeous Tuscan countryside. A unique blend of traditional aesthetics and modern comforts, it is one of our most welcoming vacation rentals in Cortona and is one of our listings here on Tuscany Villas that still has great availability for the rest of summer 2023. 

The charming Villa Toppani Del Sodo is a beautiful historic stone villa in Sodo, just 3km (2 miles) from the picturesque medieval town of Cortona. Sleeping up to 21 guests in 11 bedrooms with 12 bathrooms, boasting a private pool, air-conditioning, elegant and characteristic interiors, and lovely views, this gem has all that you could possibly ask for from a Tuscan getaway! Read on to learn more about this wonderful vacation rental in Tuscany or click through to browse more of our incredible Tuscany villas and find the right one for you.

Picture this, if you will: a pretty villa in a small town with the lush greenery of trees and views over the vineyards and rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside all around, a front entrance opening into a little court with flowers and trees, climbing blooms and vines winding up the sunny yellow facade of the villa, green shuttered windows, a romantic balcony on the first floor above the entrance, and a terracotta roof to top it off. This is the dreamy first encounter that guests have when they reach Villa Toppani Del Sodo and this very much sets the appropriate tone for your vacation here. 

Tuscany is lovely in fall when the lush landscape is made even more beautiful by the transformation of trees as their leaves turn red and gold and rust hues all across those famous rolling hills, the excitement of truffle hunting, the hustle and bustle of food and wine festivals filling medieval city centres all across the region, the cosiness of little houses with smoke-topped chimneys dotted about the place, and the appearance of chic locals beginning to wrap up in woolly layers against the cooling weather. However, much as the entire region has many charms worth discovering that are particular to the season, fall is an especially excellent time to plan a city break in Tuscany. The summer crowds will have begun to disperse, leaving the most famous attractions and sights with far smaller queues and freeing up time to see more, and things will be much calmer and more relaxed, in general. Plus, the cooler weather is more suited to darting all over the place if you’re the type that wants to see it all! So, if you have always wanted to come and see Florence, Lucca, or Cortona – all charming and stunning cities steeped in history and culture – then it is a perfect time to book a Tuscany villa and a city break in Tuscany! Just check out this selection of some of our newest listings in these destinations, all centrally located right at the heart of all the action in each town, and book today to make the fall getaway in Tuscany of your dreams a reality...