Discover the area
Cortona & surroundings
From our villa everything is within reach: medieval villages, wineries, lakes and spas. Cortona is one of the best-preserved Etruscan cities in Italy, with stone alleyways and breathtaking views over Val di Chiana. A territory to explore day by day.
The best of Tuscany
within a few kilometres
Our location is strategic: we sit on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, less than an hour from Florence, Perugia, Siena and Arezzo. Each day you can choose a different destination and always return to your villa.
We prepare a personalised guide with our favourite spots — not the postcard tourist spots, but the restaurants where locals eat, the hidden walking paths, the seasonal markets.
Not to miss
Cortona
One of Italy's most beautiful medieval villages. Stone alleys, Renaissance squares, the MAEC (Museum of the Etruscan Academy) and the best restaurants in the area.
- → Piazza della Repubblica at sunset
- → Ristorante Osteria del Teatro
- → MAEC Museum
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
The Vino Nobile is one of Tuscany's great reds. In Montepulciano you'll find historic wineries for unforgettable tastings — we recommend booking in advance.
- → Cantina Avignonesi
- → Cantina Contucci
- → Saturday food market
Lake Trasimeno
Italy's fourth largest lake, in Umbria. Take a boat trip to the islands, enjoy lakeside fish restaurants, and spectacular sunsets.
- → Isola Maggiore
- → Castiglione del Lago
- → Ristorante Da Sauro (Isola Maggiore)
Extra virgin olive oil
The Cortona area is among the best for EVO oil production in Italy. We'll point you to the artisan olive mills where you can buy directly from the producer.
- → Frantoio Boriosi
- → Sagra dell'Olio (November)
- → Km0 market
Castiglion Fiorentino
Medieval village with panoramic tower and art gallery. Ideal for a late afternoon walk before returning to the villa for aperitivo.
- → Torre del Cassero
- → Pinacoteca Comunale
- → Wednesday market
Terme di Chianciano
The famous Tuscan thermal baths for a day of total relaxation. Thermal pools, wellness treatments, restaurants — perfect for a break from the village tour.
- → Parco Acqua Santa
- → Theia – Parco Termale