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Fireplace, video games, DVD player, music library
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 125000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Cortona, Arezzo
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    8 min drive
  • Museum of the Etruscan Academy
    8 min drive
  • Casali Palace
    8 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
    56 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse - Great View on Cortona

Stone-built farmhouse that has recently been restored with great care and is situated in the hills approximately three kiliometers from Cortona.
The property is situated in a well reserved country place but not remote, very near to all necessity. The Villa is divided into two floors and there are five bedrooms, large living-room with fireplace, three bathrooms, large dining-area and two kitchens.
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning
The outside private garden of 5000 m2 is all recinted with olive trees, vineyards and spacious lawns.
The panoramic pool, inside the property and fenced, is located near the house with a exclusive and fantastic view on historic town of Cortona.


Keywords: Villa
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Museo Diocesano. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the villa.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • 6 minutes by car from Santa Maria delle Grazie and 7 minutes from Cortona Cathedral
"Villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse - Great View on Cortona offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cortona villa.

Property manager

Stefania Rossi

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 53,820 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: one

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

"villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse Great View Cortona Villa
"villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse Great View Villa
"villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse Great View Cortona
"villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse Great View
"villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse Great View on Cortona

"Villa Stefania" Old Tuscan Farmhouse - Great View on Cortona Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa in Wonderful Location
This house and adjacent apartment was perfect for a larger group. The rooms are comfortable and well equipped. The property was lovely and has a spectacular pool. A few things to note. The house name is not a location on a map and if you use an app like Google then you must use the name on the wall outside the property. The hot water takes a very long time to get to the upper floor shower and it’s almost impossible to fill a hot bath. That’s to be expected in a house of this age and it’s well worth that little inconvenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property, fantastic hosts!
Firstly, the property was absolutely perfect. It was big, all air conditioned (when it’s so hot outside it needs to be) and really felt like a home from home. All the bedrooms are big and the shutters make it super dark at nighttime for sensitive sleepers. It had everything that we needed and more, with lots of different areas to sit and relax. The pool was beautiful, larger than I was expecting and a great infinity effect as you look over at Cortona. The location was great. Close enough to Cortona and shops etc to feel connected, but not too close so that you still felt lovely peace and quiet of being in the countryside. Lots of walks to go on from the house and lots of other towns to visit in the area. We loved it. And finally Stefania and Luigi were fantastic hosts. No fuss or bother at all, and they were always available to help. They couldn’t have done more for us and their friendliness was great! Would definitely return, thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D., Chicago, Illinois United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for!
My family of four (11 and 14 year old girls) had the best four nights at this villa. The house itself was so charming and well stocked, the grounds beautiful and well maintained, and the pool and welcome retreat each day after exploring the surrounding towns. We didn’t even touch the extra apartment with two additional bedrooms! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Getaway in Tuscany
Where to even begin? We loved everything about our stay. Stefania was wonderful, and responsive to our many questions before we even arrived. Upon arrival, it felt like a dream. The Villa is beautiful, private, and expansive. The property is huge, with lots of olive trees, fig trees, and places for the kids to play and explore. And not to mention the stunning pool, which overlooks the most incredible views of Cortona. We were pleased to find a ping pong table, and just absolutely loved the pool (especially in the August heat!). The Villa is only a few minutes from Cortona by car, and a few minutes drive to Coop for groceries. The Villa itself has everything you’d need for a comfortable stay and quickly felt like home. The kitchen is well-equipped, the beds are comfortable, the showers have great water pressure, and there are plenty of towels. And Stefania set us up with wonderful chefs to come and cook for us a few days–and they even did a cooking class for the kids. The apartment was a huge plus for us as well, giving our parents a place to stay and plenty of privacy with their own bedroom and kitchen. Grateful to have found such a wonderful Villa. It truly felt surreal. The perfect combination of rustic Tuscany countryside with the modern amenities to have a comfortable, relaxing stay where you can disconnect and unwind. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you, Stefania!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a delightful seven nights day at the end of July 2023. There were two families which worked out perfectly with the two sleeping arrangements. There is the main villa and the Annex (one double and a twin room). The whole villa is prepared to a very high standard. This includes copious amounts of towels and accessories that you will need during your stay. There kitchen was extremely well stocked and had enough cutlery and plates for everyone and more! The COOP was a 5 min drive away and Cortona a 10 min drive. Unfortunately nothing was walkable. The hosts were extremely contactable and left a wonderful surprise for us one breakfast-yummy pastries. The pool was huge and so immaculately clean, the kids and adults, a like, spend the majority of the time in there. We went to Rome for a day trip and Luigi gave us detailed instructions for the train trip and where to go. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G., Los Altos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lifetime memories
This property is absolutely wonderful. The villa is charming and spacious and the views of Cortona are beautiful. Our hosts were very helpful and gracious. Lifetime memories made here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful traditional Villa
Excellent Location and Beautiful Villa which provided for a very relaxing Holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Time at Villa Stefania!!
We spent two weeks at Villa stefania with 4 adults and 6 kids ages 11 and under, and it was magical. The villa is located just below the town of Cortona, about a 10 minute drive but very accessible to grocery shopping and we went into Cortona about once a day. The pool was lovely with an amazing view of Cortona up on the hillside. The bedrooms were all beautifully furnished and the house has the lovely tuscan character you would hope for. The house is separated into two separate apartments. Our children stayed in the lower apartment and the adults stayed in the upper with the two smallest children. Both apartments have living spaces, laundry, and kitchens. The property is fully fenced and gated and felt very safe. The house was fully equipped with everything you would need and had a variety of dishes, pots and pans, and even spices to use. Stefania and Luigi were both very responsive before we arrived, when we checked in, and also when we had questions or any small issues at the house they responded immediately. Stefania also arranged for a cook to come the evening of our arrival and for two babysitters to watched the children while we went to dinner in Cortona. They were lovely and the kids really enjoyed them. The home was very comfortable. Two of the adults were working remotely and the internet worked fine for them. Would like to thank Stefania and Luigi for such a wonderful time. They are lovely people!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and Charm in the Tuscan Countryside
Our family of six adults had a wonderful time in this beautiful, spacious Tuscan farmhouse filled with character and charm. We spent our days visiting local hill towns (including Cortona, Montepulciano and Assisi) and then enjoyed relaxing at the pool in the afternoon. The property includes olive groves, a small vineyard and a large pool with spectacular views of Cortona. We cooked dinner together several nights in the well appointed kitchen using delicious local ingredients. We felt the serenity of being in the Tuscan countryside (including hearing the church bells and animals), yet it was an easy 10 minute drive to Cortona and the local grocery store. Stefania and Luigi were very responsive to all our requests and were excellent hosts. We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Our stay was beyond belief even though the pool was unheated and we didnt manage to get alot of use out of it. The views were spectacular, there is a ton of room for group dinners inside and out, and separate but attached quarters for another family or friends.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana L., Germany

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Villa
We had a wonderful and relaxing week in this villa. The gardens are fantastic with lovely views of Cortona and the pool is absolutely amazing!! It is huge and was clearly the highlight for our family, especially when it was lit up at night. The villa has two parts: 3 bedrooms in the large part and two in the smaller part, which has a separate entrance. Both parts have their own kitchen and bathrooms. It would perhaps make sense to put the larger dishwasher into the larger part of the house and modernise the kitchens a bit but it did not really bother us. The villa is 1300 years old and has the lovely traditional charm we were looking for. Stefania and Luigi, we would like to thank you for being such wonderful, extremely responsive and helpful hosts! The pastries and especially your olive oil were a wonderful treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emanuela I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany oasis
Perched on a hilltop in Cortona is this charmingly beautiful and rustic villa where my sisters, partner, brother-In-law and good friend spent a delightful and rejuvenating sojourn in Tuscany. Our hosts, Stefania and Luigi, were extraordinarily gracious and welcoming , greeting us with home made olive oil, a delicious fruit pie and tempting Italian pastries. The villa showcases the craftsmanship of stone and woodworking throughout and the strategically placed windows highlighted the spectacular landscapes from every window in the villa. Our daily wake up call were the rhythmic church bells, roosters and braying of the donkey and symphony Of songs from all the birds. We were able to prepare a few meals in the well equipped kitchen, and the grounds were spacious and lush with olive trees abd flowers and several seating areas where we could enjoy the morning sun and evening dusk in a different Setting. Ti ringraziamo per una settimana meravigliosa nella tua affascinante villa e per essere visu gentile e générosité da associate che ci godremo ogni momento del bistro tempo qui. . Gratefully, Rosemarie, Emanuela, Joe, Joanne abd John
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ewoud S.

Well worth it!
We all much enjoyed the experience. All well catered for by Luigi and Stefania, including an occasional tasty Italian treat. All functioned well - equipment, pool, showers, airco etc. So a great venue with an unbeatable view of Cortona! Suggestion might be to do up some of interior that is a bit old fashioned? No complaint though...!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen D., Waterlooville

Family holiday with my three children, brother and partner and my elderly mother.
On arrival we initially had problems finding the villa but Luigi kindly came to meet us and we followed him back to the villa. Our hosts Luigi and Stefania spoke very good English and gave a very comprehensive guide of the villa and all the amenities. The villa has a well equipped kitchen, large spacious bedrooms and three large bathrooms equipped with hair driers and a large supply of towels. Air conditioning made it very comfortable to sleep at night. Outside there are three separate seating areas, one of which has a barbecue with plenty of loungers around the pool. The villa was well located near to the beautiful hilltop town of Cortona where there are a vast array of shops and restaurants. Camucia is just 10 minutes away where there is a co op and a railway station and en route to Camucia we found a superb fish restaurant. You can take the train to Florence for the day and Siena is only an hour away by car and for my elderly mother We found that Pienza was much flatter than the usual hilltop villages. Our stay was in July and the pool was a perfect way to cool down, enjoyed by all. For those that didn't want to swim there was plenty of shaded seating areas around the villa. I couldn't fault Stefania and Luigi, they were perfect hosts. On two mornings Stefania left fresh pastries for us to eat along with a bottle of olive oil made from the olive trees within the grounds and Luigi also kindly printed out our boarding passes for the return home. Thankyou Stefania and Luigi for making this such a memorable stay and I would certainly come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

It is a very nice villa and the location is great. Very peaceful.
It is a great place. We we a small group of 9 friends and family members. Lots of room. The views were great. We did a bit of walking around the area. I would recommend this villa to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy the Tuscan countryside. The town of Cortona is very nice. It has many nice shops and good restaurants. This location was our hub for day teipa to San Gimignano, Florence, Siena, etc. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Incredible Villa with a great location
The villa was gorgeous, clean, organized and well furnished. The pool was incredible with amazing views and the kids loved spending the afternoons by the pool. The hosts were very nice and available for questions. The location was central enough where we were able to make day trips to Siena, Arrezo, Florence, and many trips to Cortona. We went in the middle of August and the villa was cool enough inside we only had to occasionally use the air conditioning. I really don't have anything negative to say. It was just a fabulous 2 week vacation for the family.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Perfect Villa to Explore Tuscany
Villa Stefania was the perfect place to explore Tuscany with our daughters, their spouses, and our four grandchildren (pre-school to teenage). There were ten of us in all and plenty of room for everyone to have his or her space as well as explore the property. The furnishings in the house were lovely, the bedrooms very large, the baths very modern, and the kitchen was well equipped. The grounds were beautiful and well maintained, and the views of Cortona and Tuscany were breathtaking, especially from the pool area. The pool and surrounding area made one feel as if you were in a movie, complete with terraces, lovely pool, chaises, and table and chairs with umbrella for a lovely poolside lunch. Often, photos are misleading , especially if taken with a wide angle lens. In the case of Villa Stefania, the Villa and property outshines the photos. Villa Stefania was the perfect respite after a day of sightseeing. We love Cortona and enjoyed introducing our family to it. They loved it, even our 13 year old grandson! All, or part, of our family took easy day trips to Siena, Montepulciano, Pienza, Perugia, and Assisi. Each one was special and worth the drive. Our short drive to Perugia and Assisi was just an hour and half each way which left time for sightseeing. We've saved the best for last. Stefania assisted us in navigating the small roads to get there, greeted us upon our arrival, and was gracious and helpful. She assisted us in finding a personal chef who prepared a delicious Tuscan dinner for us. He entertained all of our questions, let us watch him do his craft, and even let our granddaughter help serve. We would give Villa Stefania a 5 Star rating. It was the perfect setting to build family memories that will last a lifetime and beyond. Pat and Bill
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Beautiful restored villa
We had a wonderful time at the villa. You cannot beat the location. It is 5 minutes by car to the town of Cortona, which ended up feeling like a home away from home. Stefania and Luigi were very welcoming. They went out of their way to show us how things worked, even when we bothered them a few times! Stefania greeted us 2 mornings with delicious pastries and was kind enough to provide some gluten free products for my sister and I. She also drove our luggage to the train station when it was time to leave, which was a huge help. Thank you Stefania and Luigi. I cannot say enough about Cortona, the friendly people and the fantastic food. We were lucky enough to be there during the town's festival week too. The villa is also centrally located to so many other quaint towns. Close to Florence and Rome by train. We drove to some towns and booked tours with Francisco from Toursintuscany.com who was wonderful. We miss Cortona and hope to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lu B.

Villa Stefania and Tuscany were Bella!
Villa Stefania is a beautiful farm house located in the hills of Tuscany. The house was perfect for our group of 8 adults. It's conveniently located to Cortona, where there are many excellent restaurants and shopping. The Coop grocery store is close with good selections of food and wine. We visited the Coop almost everyday and ate many of our evening meals at the villa. The pool at the villa is very nice where we spent the hot afternoons keeping cool. Luigi and Stefania were very gracious hosts, bringing pastries to the villa a couple of mornings. We throughly enjoyed our time at Villa Stefania and would definitely recommend a stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Anne dAuray L.

Beautiful and charming
Our thought for a unique vacation was to rent a villa in Tuscany to use as a base camp for daily excursions. When I went to the VRBO website I saw a post for Villa Stefania and the description perfectly matched our needs, and I must admit the picture of the pool was a decider. Well, when we arrived at Villa Stefania, we were more than pleasantly surprised. When Stefania took us on a tour of the inside and outside of the villa, we knew then that our 17-day stay on this property would be perfect in every way and it was. The location is ideal for many day trips by car and the Terontola-Cortona train station is convenient for overnight and day train trips to places like Rome and Florence. Stefania provided us with fresh pastries on 2 occasions and on another a delicious homemade cake. After each day of sightseeing, it was a pleasure to cool off in the pool and enjoy a glass of Chianti. The Villa is surrounded by olive trees, rosemary, lavender and, of course, a small vineyard. The evenings were quiet and we enjoyed listening to the bells of a nearby church while scanning the magnificent views of the hillsides. Stefania gave us some recommendations for ristorantes in Cortona and Camucia and we were not disappointed in any of them. If you are looking for a comfortable, charming, rustic home away from home, look no further - Villa Stefania is for you.
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Fantastic place
Wonderful villa with an amazing view over Cortona. Facilities in the villa were excellent and Stephanie and Luigi could not have been more helpful. Would definitely consider returning
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Olivier r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious countryhouse/ amazing swimming pool
Great property with beautiful views on Cortona. The owners were very kind and very responsive. The swimming pool is very large and our kids spent an enourmous amount of time there. The kitchen is well equipped, bedrooms are spacious and well decorated with aircon much appreciated in summer. We had some issues with water pressure in one of the houses, but the owners were about to change the boiler and fix the issue. Highly recommended for two/three families.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Lage mit Blick auf Cortona
wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub und haben uns trotz extremer Hitze sehr gut erholt, da das Haus mit AV gut gekühlt war und es im Garten und am Pool ( der Bereich ist grossartig angelegt!!!) immer genügend Schattenplätze gab.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jon Gunnar S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice villa with private pool, close to Cortona
We are a family of 5 that rented this house for 9 days. Everything from arrival to check out worked very well. This house has a secluded swimming pool area, functional kitchen and a dining area inside and outside. Air condition is also installed in every room, which is almost a must have during the summer months. However as in most homes not everything will be 100% new or perfect, but since the total experience was good this did not affect the stay in any negative way. The owner is quick to respond and takes action if needed. We enjoyed every day in this fantastic place. We would for sure return if we get the chance.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander K.

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing, reading, cooking, swimming
Wundervolle Villa, KOMPLETT ausgestattet, herrliches Anwesen mit Olivenbäumen, Weinreben, Blumen und Pflanzenpracht, sehr großzügiger Pool, Pizzaofen, Barbecues und nicht zuletzt großartige Gastgeber Stefania & Luigi
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024