Casa Dardano – A Renovated Farmhouse Near Cortona and Lago di Trasimeno
Layout:
First Floor
A farmhouse kitchen and dining-living space with stone floors and a medieval "spy hole" looking outside.
Second Floor
This level includes a compact double bedroom, a twin bedroom, and a bathroom with a shower. Moving through the house you will reach a charming two-level tower, featuring a double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and an upper-level double bedroom accessed via open stairs.
Outdoor Living
The property features a lush garden with a vine-covered pergola for shaded dining, a neatly mowed meadow with stunning countryside views, and a fully fenced private pool (3’9” deep) for peace of mind. Additional amenities include a barbecue, outdoor kitchen, table football, and covered parking.
Local Highlights
Cortona: Just a 5-10 minute drive (or a scenic 40-minute walk), Cortona is famed for its role in Under the Tuscan Sun. This ancient town offers cobbled streets, vibrant eateries, artisan shops, and cultural treasures like the Etruscan Museum. Convenient transport options include a nearby bus stop and the Camucia train station, 8 minutes away by car.
Lago di Trasimeno: Only 17 km from Casa Dardano, this expansive lake is a hub for water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, swimming, or taking a ferry to explore its picturesque islands. The surrounding area offers hiking and cycling trails with breathtaking lake views.
Other things to do in the area:
Wine Tasting: Visit local vineyards and wineries for a taste of Tuscany's famous wines.
Historic Sites: Explore nearby towns such as Montepulciano, Pienza, and Arezzo, all within an hour’s drive.
Outdoor Adventures: Beyond many lake activities, enjoy hiking and mountain biking in the scenic Val di Chiana countryside.
Cultural Events: Cortona frequently hosts art exhibits, food festivals, and open-air concerts, particularly in summer.
Culinary Delights: Savor traditional Tuscan cuisine at local trattorias and enjoy fresh, local ingredients at the nearby minimarket just 5 minutes’ walk away.
Pool dimensions: 36 ft x 13 ft, depth 3’9” (fully fenced).
Casa Dardano is perfectly situated to enjoy the serenity of the countryside, the vibrancy of Cortona, and the recreational opportunities of Lago di Trasimeno, making it the ideal base for your Tuscan adventure.
CIN: IT051017B5F3XAF7PX
Property Information
Cortona is only 3KM from the house and easily accessed by bus or taxi or car. It is also possible to walk there. Locally there is an excellent minimarket that stocks speciality products as well as two excellent restaurants approximately 5 minutes walk away.
It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to get to Cortona centre by car, there are car parks on the outskirts. There is a bus that you can take a few minutes walk away from the house and it takes about 15 minutes to get into the centre.
Alternatively, to walk it takes 40 minutes. There's a train station in Camucia which takes 8 minutes to drive to, 30 mins by bus or a 50 minute (easy) walk.
Local Highlights
Cortona: Just a 5-10 minute drive (or a scenic 40-minute walk), Cortona is famed for its role in Under the Tuscan Sun. This ancient town offers cobbled streets, vibrant eateries, artisan shops, and cultural treasures like the Etruscan Museum.
Lago di Trasimeno: Only 17 km from Casa Dardano, this expansive lake is a hub for water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, swimming, or taking a ferry to explore its picturesque islands. The surrounding area offers hiking and cycling trails with breathtaking lake views.
Distances to Major Destinations
- Siena: 75 km (1 hour 15 minutes by car)
- Arezzo: 30 km (35 minutes by car)
- Assisi: 80 km (1 hour 20 minutes by car)
- Perugia: 50 km (50 minutes by car)
- Florence: 115 km (1 hour 30 minutes by car)
- Rome: 200 km (2 hours 30 minutes by car)
Nearest Airports
- Perugia Airport (San Francesco d’Assisi): 58 km (50 minutes by car)
- Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci): 125 km (1 hour 40 minutes by car)
- Rome Fiumicino Airport (Leonardo da Vinci): 220 km (2 hours 40 minutes by car)
- Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei): 190 km (2 hours 15 minutes by car)
Payment Policies
A partial payment in the amount of 25% of the grand total is due no later than 2 day(s) after confirmation of intention to book or upon booking if that date has already passed. Remaining payment is due no later than 56 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation must be made in writing. The cancellation charge will be the full deposit if you cancel before 56 days from the departure date. The following cancellation charges will also apply. Cancellation less than 56 days before departure 100% of the amount paid is chargeable. We will endeavour to re-book any cancelled booking and if successful will only charge you an administration fee of £30. If the villa is re-booked at a lower price then you will be refunded the difference.
Tourist tax not included in the price. Payable to the owner upon arrival
We advise that you to take out holiday cancellation insurance. You are also asked to take out personal holiday insurance to cover such matters as travel, loss of money or belongings, accident, injury and medical expenses as the use of a property is entirely at the client’s risk. Should the owner be unable to provide the property after a booking has been confirmed, you will be immediately offered the choice of a another similar or better property or a refund in full.
Rules
Quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am
€50 pet fee
Cleaning fee of €100 due to owner on arrival in cash.
€2.50 per day per adult tourist tax due to owner on arrival (max 4 days chargeable), under 14s don't pay.
€250 refundable damages deposit
Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed.
All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure.
Towels, bed linen and pool towels provided
You are responsible for any breakages or damage done during your holiday. Minor breakages (glasses, crockery etc) should be replaced before the end of your holiday.
The cost of air conditioning or firewood, gas or electricity for heating is usually not included in our price unless stated and should be paid in euro directly to the owner or key holder before departure, please enquire.
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