Villa Canalecchia
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Superb 16th century farmhouse
Fantastic views
Secluded location
Beautiful pool
Sleeps 8-10+
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Villa Canalecchia
is located in the hills 3 km from the small village of Mercatale di Cortona.
Situated in 7 acres of private grounds, Villa Canalecchia is an oasis of rest and relaxation
amidst figs and olive trees, surrounded by oak and chestnut woods.
Its altitude of 550 metres gives a moderate, refreshing climate even on a hot summer's day.
The house was built in the 16th century and restored by its current owner,
using existing materials and keeping the original historical parts of the house.
The tobacco tower remains.
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The interior incorporates medieval touches with a modern flair, and every care and attention to detail has been taken. The huge kitchen and dining area are most attractive. To the exterior, there are several terraces, one with a pergola and another with a loggia, and there is lovely shade covered terrace for outdoor dining.
There are stunning views down the lovely Val di Pierle towards the old ruin of Castello di Pierle.
The swimming pool, which cannot be overlooked, has a beautiful view down the valley.
It measures 12 x 6 metres (approximately 40 x 20 feet).
There are roman steps at the shallow end, so the pool can be enjoyed by all ages
from the very young onwards.
The Villa's water supply comes directly from 2 spring sources high in the hills in the middle of the woods.
The house itself is protected by the Italian Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts. In the grounds, guests are able to enjoy 'al fresco' dining on the terraces around the house, and the 7 acres of private grounds enable them to play boules or table tennis, barbecue, swim in the pool, or disappear for a quiet read without being disturbed or disturbing others.
Villa Canalecchia is set high in the hills above the Val di Pierle on the Tuscan/Umbrian border. It is 3 kms from Mercatale di Cortona (shops, restaurants), 12 kms north of Lake Trasimeno, and 20 kms east of Cortona. Siena is 80 kms west (1.5 hours by road), and Florence 100 kms north (2 hours).
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What our guests say about Villa Canalecchia...
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"We have enjoyed a wonderful holiday in your magnificent villa - idyllic setting, wonderful views and a great base for exploring the beautiful country."
K & S H, London.
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"Villa Canalecchia is truly paradise - one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed in."
J, San Diego.
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"My family, ages ranging from 4 to 92 years, thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful villa and location. The swimming pool has been used a great deal, by our serious swimmers and those taking a more leisurely approach. The children have played treasure hunts and hide and seek in the garden. We will take happy memories back to England."
R & J N, W Sussex.
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"There are dreams and there is reality. Rarely do the two combine - but here they combine in exquisite harmony. Thank you for this slice of heaven that you have created. We have enjoyed immensely this place and your hospitality; we hope to return sometime."
B & S D, Cumbria, UK.
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The Villa has been completely refurbished to a high standard, combining antique
Tuscan furniture with modern comfortable armchairs and settees.
Ground Floor
Each room on the ground floor except the bathroom has a door leading
to an outside terrace, with either a pergola or a loggia.
- Dining room: Well furnished with ample crockery, glassware and cutlery; open fireplace.
- Kitchen: Large (10 sq. metres) with modern equipment; electric oven, gas hob, refrigerator/freezer
- Bedrooms: 2 large doubles (one 17 sq. metres, the other 13 sq. metres).
- Bathrooms: 2 well-appointed bathrooms.
First Floor
- Kitchen/Dining Room: Very large (29 sq. metres) and well equipped, dishwasher.
- Living room: Large (37 sq. metres) with open fireplace. Satellite TV, video and radio
- Bedrooms:
1 double (17 sq. metres), leading into the dressing room, and up the tobacco tower to one of the twin bedrooms
1 twin (17 sq. metres),
1 twin (13 sq. metres),
1 dressing room,
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1 divan which converts easily into 1 double or 2 single beds.
- Bathrooms: 2 spacious bathrooms, both with showers and one with a bath.
A 'balcony-bridge' leads from the kitchen to the rear terrace.
Other Facilities:
- Garden furniture, poolside umbrellas, sunbeds etc, table tennis and boules
- Radio, CD player etc
- Dishwasher (powder supplied)
- Washing Machine (powder supplied)
- Satellite TV
- Barbecue
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Booked 
Provisionally Booked 
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| Villa Canalecchia |
per week |
| up to 23 May & 11 Oct onwards |
£1,900 |
| 24 May to 4 Jul & 6 Sept to 10 Oct |
£2,050 |
| 5 Jul to 18 Jul & 23 Aug to 5 Sept |
£2,200 |
| 19 Jul to 25 Jul |
£2,350 Now £2,195 Reduced |
| 26 Jul to 22 Aug |
£2,500 Now £2,250 Reduced |
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Notes to the rental rates
The change-over day is Saturday in high season.
Linen and bathroom towels are provided with beds made up on arrival; linen and towels are changed weekly.
Hot water and cooking/lighting electricity is included in the price.
There is no 'after-stay' cleaning charge.
Facilities
- Sleeps total of 8-10+.
- 3 double bedrooms, 2 twin bedrooms
- Lovely private pool
- 4 bathrooms
- 2 kitchens
- 2 living rooms
- Washing machine and dishwasher
- Beautiful secluded location in the hills
- 7 acres of private grounds
- TV, barbecue, garden and pool furniture etc.
Area
- Airports: Pisa 3 hours. Rome 3 hours . Ancona & Forli 2 hours. Florence 2 hours. Perugia 1 hour.
- Nearest Town or Village with Shops: Mercatale 3 kms. Lisciano Niccone 4 kms. Umbertide 15 kms.
- Closest Restaurants: Pizzeria in Lisciano Niccone. Mimmi in Mercatale. 7 more restaurants within 15 minutes drive.
- Nearest Motorway Exit: 19 kms to Umbertide exit of E45.
- Major Cultural Towns: Cortona 20 kms. Gubbio 30 kms. Perugia 36 kms. Assisi 39 kms. Siena 90 kms. Florence 120 kms. Rome 200 kms.
