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Mercatale di Cortona Italy

Listing # 50075

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Last Updated: Saturday, November 10, 2012

Quiet authentic country farm house IN THE HEART OF CENTRAL ITALY -convenient location

Come and spend time in this authentic farm house belonging to the Sorbello Estate, which dates back centures. The building was first a Roman watch tower, and then a granery. This spacious apartment is referred to as The Granery. There are 2 large bedroom; this home is very reasonably priced for any length of stay so that you can base here to tour all of central Italy. Great for 2 or more, priced for an economic stay.
The ground floor double glass door entry opens onto the garden and has blissful views out over the valley. The Kitchen, living room and one double bedroom are on the ground floor, another 2 bedrooms with twin beds and bath are on the second floor.
These farmhouses are referred to as "colonica". This Colonica is in the green and beautiful rolling countryside right on the Tuscany Umbria border, not far from Cortona, and not far from Perugia, Gubbio, Assisi, and many fascinating hill towns.
Live for an extended period or come and tour Tuscany & Umbria while based at this economical authentic farmhouse. This is a rustic structure, basic but comfortable, not remodeled for tourism purposes. This is a perfect place to steal away to write or paint, or just forget the rest of the world. If you want to be able to truly experience central Italy, this is an authentic and comfortable home to do so from or, just stay here and live the Italian country life.
The Sorbello castle sits across the valley on the opposing hill in direct view of the farmhouse. Here sharecropping farmers lived and worked until the 1960's.
The "colonica" is built of rock with thick walls which keep the house cool in the summer.
A wonderful place to stay from June through September. The house is available in May, but May can be a bit chilly.
Easily reached on 1 chilometer of farm road from the statale road connecting Mercatale di Cortona and Umbertide. Easy to find on Google Maps, near Le Capabnine Restaurant on the Tuscan-Umbrian border.
We look forward to welcoming you to a truly rural experience.
The colonica is surrounded on three sides by cultivated fields and pastures, and from above by Oak and Chestnut forest; it is a wonderful area for walks, hiking, and mountain biking. There is a large garden space with table and chairs,the lawn borders on the cultivated field.
Long stays are favored and we will give you our best offer for stays of over 3 weeks. But, if you cannot stay for a long time, come and enjoy this authentic Tuscan country home for as long as you can. Available at a very favorable rate for the whole summer.
Although this very large apartment has 3 bedrooms we prefer to only accommodate up to 4 persons. If you are a larger group, just let us know.
Also in this colonica is a stylish 1 bedroom home with separate entrance, patio and garden and a loving special kitty. This apartment is rented when the owner is not in residence. This apartment is a home, not a typical rental, and it reflects the artistry and travels of the owner. Similar economical rates apply. Special 2 month winter rates and longer term rates for cat loving people.

Basics:

Number of Bedrooms
3
Number of Bathrooms
2
Number of Offices
0
Surface Size
950 Sq. Feet
Suited for
4 people
Property Type
House

Availability:

Available from Wednesday, May 01, 2013 until Tuesday, October 01, 2013
Available from Wednesday, December 12, 2012 until Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Available from Wednesday, May 01, 2013 until Thursday, October 31, 2013
Minimum Stay
7 day(s)
Flexibles With Dates
Yes
Comments on Dates
longer stays cost less
*Approximate location of the property is within the blue radius. Red markers indicate surrounding points of interest including schools, universities, libraries and museums.

City Mercatale di Cortona
Postal Code - State or Province Arezzo
Country Italy
Neighborhood Keywords Quiet,countryside, pastoral,farmland
Closest University Perugia
University nearby Arezzo

Rental Price:

Asked
EUR 970 Monthly
Rental Fee Comments
rates vary by length of stay, two weeks 650 euro
Rent Negotiable
Yes
Utilities Included
Yes
Cleaning Services Included
Yes

Surroundings:

  • Rural Environment
  • Near Woods
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Moutains

Additional Information:

  • Furnished
  • Available for Long Term
  • Architectural Gem
  • Holiday Term
  • Available for Short Term
  • Writing or Country Retreat
  • Historical Home
  • Summer Term

Amenities:

  • Stairs
  • Balcony or Patio
  • Garden
  • Other:

Considerations:

Kid Friendly
Yes
Small Children Safe
Yes
Smoke Free
Yes
Pets Welcome
Yes
Car Available
No

Perform Housesitting Duties?:

No

About Member

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Member Since Jul 26 2008
About My own part of this large Colonica is the Roman Watch Tower with... kitty company! The Granery belongs to the Sorbello Estate. For 30 years I have lived outside of the US. I moved to Italy in the late '70's to further my Liberal Arts Education and study Printmaking. The houses shown here on the site are my family home in Colorado, and my home in Italy. As I travel a great deal, also for work, neither place is lived in full time. My homes reflect the attention with which an artist furnishes her surroundings; comfortable, tasteful, interesting - but homey and comfortable. The home in Colorado belongs to my family and exudes warmth and welcome; the house is decorated with original art work- the fireplace is hand built stonework, my own. Home in Italy holds the collection of antiques and many interesting objects collected in my travels. I have become a part of the Italian culture, but maintain my "American" roots. Here in Italy I have spent many years in Fine Arts Printmaking and the study of Art History. I currently live about half of the year in Greece, sailing in the Greek Islands, and introducing others to this lifestyle through the sailing charters that I run, at www.ratherbesailing.org World travel continues to be a focal point of my life. You will feel welcome and "at home" where I live here in Italy .
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