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Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona.

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5699.7 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cortona Arezzo, Lazio
  • Cortona Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Villa Bramasole
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona.

La Terrazza di Cortona – Your Tuscan Retreat

Welcome to La Terrazza di Cortona, where the charm of Tuscany meets panoramic views that stretch from Lake Trasimeno to the distant peaks of Mt. Amiata. Nestled within the historic walls of Cortona, this rare apartment offers you a quiet and private space to relax, while being just steps away from the lively streets of this renowned hilltop town.

Start your day with the sound of church bells and a peaceful coffee on your private terrace, overlooking a landscape that has inspired countless stories and dreams. With a master bedroom and a second room that doubles as a living area with two single beds, this first-floor apartment is perfect for couples, families, or friends.

Wander the ancient streets, enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine at nearby restaurants, and sip an Aperol Spritz in the piazza. Return in time for sunset on your terrace—an experience that will stay with you long after your trip ends.

A truly comfortable base for exploring Cortona and beyond, La Terrazza di Cortona ensures you're close to everything you need while offering a serene retreat from the day's adventures.

Practical Details

Cleaning fee of €60 (payable in cash upon arrival)

Tourist tax of €2 per person/night (up to 4 nights)

Heating and gas are billed separately in winter months (November to April)

Baby crib/playpen and high chair available upon request


Book now to secure your stay at La Terrazza di Cortona, and start planning your dream Italian escape.

Property manager

Samantha
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cortona

Cortona Old Town, a neighbourhood in Cortona, is home to this apartment. Museo Diocesano and Signorelli Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennis Club Castiglionese and Fattoria Le Capezzine. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Cortona Arezzo, Lazio

What's nearby

  • Signorelli Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cortona Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Villa Bramasole - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Camucia-Cortona Station - 4 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Tuscher - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nessun Dorma - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Osteria del Teatro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Loggetta - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Posta - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sun-Soaked Private View Terrace in the Historical Centre of Cortona. located?

Located in Cortona Old Town, this family-friendly Cortona apartment building is steps away from Palazzo Comunale, Museum of the Etruscan Academy and Signorelli Theatre. Museo Diocesano and Casali Palace are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!

We loved absolutely everything about our stay in Cortona! Samantha and Alen were great communicators and made the check in easy. The apartment is perfection! From the tall, shuttered windows, beautiful tiled floors, high ceilings and amazing terrace, it was amazing!! The location couldn’t have been better and the views….. Even though I didn’t really use it, the kitchen was well stocked. All in all- wow!! We didn’t want to leave and hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleman H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This was our second year staying in same apartment. It was so easy and perfectly located, we did not want to risk another location. The hot water has challenges but once I messaged them, they were over in minutes to help. If you have a rental car, this could not be more perfect as the parking is adjacent to the home. Incredible location. Best view of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Renters be aware: the photos do not match the property.. The bathroom was the most disgusting one I’ve seen in 3 months of traveling in Italy.. mold, mold & mold from the shower curtain that sticks to you whilst showering, the hand held that doesn’t stay put and slides down, more mold around the perimeter of the bathroom. I’m allergic to mold so I was suffering for two days. Then an additional cleaning fee in ‘cash’ was inconveniently shared with us after we booked the property, I understand a cleaning fee but there is no trace of cash so there’s no accountability, seems shady to pocket our cash. Next.. it was so beyond cold in the property my husband and I slept in our clothes to keep warm because they also charge for heat as I discovered from past customer feedback. Remediation of mold is necessary or this property should be shut down it’s extremely inappropriate.

10/10 Excellent

Lideke V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice appartment with a solendid terrace

We enjoyed especially the terrace because we had sunny weather
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cortona

Property is perfect for the view and the loction
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice appt, great view!

Spacious appt for 2 (bathroom quite small for 4). We enjoyed it very much. Parking can be a problem (weekend). Cortona is lovely, we enjoyed the village and its surroundings.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cortona vacation

Nice location with easy access. Terrace great but only early morning when cool. Missed my air conditioner but fans helped . Plenty of room for 2. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly What I wanted

I was in Tuscany for my son’s wedding in San Giuliano Terme. The week prior to wedding week, I drove solo to Cortona for some me time. The apartment was just what I wanted…the view from the large terrace overlooking Val di Chiana was spectacular. It is a short (uphill) walk to the piazzas and shops. Parking is free just below the apartment outside the city wall. You will need to carry your bag up two flights of steps. The apartment is a short walk from there. I selected Cortona as home base due to location/access to several of the nearby hill towns I wanted to visit. Anghiari (considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy) and Montepulciano are two favorites. Sienna is lovely as well…bigger and busier. Of note, the apartment is perfect for solo, couples and small families. There is not a living room, but the master bedroom is spacious with a couch/futon. The fabulous terrace for me served as the main living space. Very nice place. Spectacular views. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

I wish we could have stayed longer. The outside patio is worth it alone! However, to get a view, you have to climb. Make sure your knees are strong and your luggage is light.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

super nice apt.

Great comfortable apt. with spectacular terrace
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

This is a wonderful property in a quiet area, but only a short walk to the piazza and restaurants. The only improvement I would recommend is the shower caddy; all of my travel sized items kept falling out of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cortona Getaway

Quaint, comfortable apartment with spectacular views from patio. Easy walking distance to main square. Alen, the property manager who checked us in was great; a Cortona resident who provided lots of suggestions. Samantha, the owner was also easy to work with and stayed in communication from booking to departure. Highly recommend property and host. For those arriving by train, I would suggest booking a taxi well in advance as they are difficult to arrange. We booked Saban Salijevic who was great! He also does tours. His contact info is +393382877210 and taxisalijevic@gmail.com
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleman H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

View and location could not be better.

The biggest problem is that we only stayed two nights. Although Cortona may be off the normal travel route, it has been our favorite town to visit. It is quaint, clean and very welcoming. Alen, who checked us in, was great as he gave perfect recommendations and was available via Whatsapp if we needed anything. If you rent a car, there is parking very, very close by. We did cooking classes at Fattoria Bistecca, which was highlight of trip. 7 km drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Critical review of Cortona apartment

Pls email me an address in order that I can explain my issues. Overall very disappointed.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cortona getaway

I have always wanted to go to Tuscany. My sister and I enjoyed three nights in this wonderful apartment that was so comfortable and views were amazing! Wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view in Cortona

Our panoramic view from the huge terrace says it all. The valley lights at night were magical. We stayed for a month and caught three different SpaceX satellite launches one week. The basics are there, too. Super comfortable beds and linens, great wifi, clothes washer. The location is perfect, a 5 minute walk to the central piazza. I can't imagine any other property coming close to this.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon P., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay

Lovely apartment inside the town walls with parking nearby just outside the gate. Great sun terrace with an outstanding view. Samantha is an amazing host and answered every question promptly. Cortona is a gorgeous place and we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T., Jacksonville, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME

Great view, great hostess, great location. Only suggestion, wish there were fans in all rooms. It got hot at night.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Marion P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Aussicht, Parkplatzsuche nervtötend

Wir hatten die Ferienwohnung für 9 Tage gebucht. Eine sehr geräumige, saubere Wohnung mit einer fantastischen Aussicht. Die Küche war gut ausgestattet. Die Betten waren bequem. Die Tipps von der Vermieterin zu Einkauf, Essen und Ausflügen waren sehr hilfreich. Aufgrund meiner Gehbehinderung hatte ich vor Buchung bzgl. der Parksituation nachgefragt. Leider war das Parken nah am Haus nicht möglich. Auch sämtliches Gepäck durfte nicht am Haus ausgeladen werden. Hinzu kam, dass der nächstgelegene Parkplatz geschlossen war. Nach Ausflügen mussten wir nervtötend lange nach einem Parkplatz suchen und sehr weit zur Wohnung laufen. Dadurch gestaltete sich der Aufenthalt als sehr schwierig und wir entschieden uns, den Urlaub vorzeitig abzubrechen.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING

Beautiful view, easy walk to city center, efficient & prompt communication w/Samantha. Loved every minute of my stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME GREAT WONDERFUL

I can’t say enough good things about the apartment & our stay. Everything was great. . Samantha was always quick with her responses, suggestions & solutions. We had one little problem but she fixed it immediately. I highly recommend this beautiful place. “Everything in Cortona is magic”. I will return. Jackie
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Ever!

Location was fantastic. Parking nearby. View is spectacular. Even better, the host had the best communication of any VRBO ever! Samantha is amazing and so is this apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you.

Superior location, stellar host. Loved being here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Perfect place right in Cortona. Host was responsive and helpful. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Samantha

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We are a Canadian/British family that fell in love with Italy over a decade ago. After spending one too many winters in Canada, we decided to make the move to Italy full time, and we have never been happier, healthier and content.

Italy is special, and Tuscany is unlike anywhere we have ever experienced. Just ask anyone who has had the fortune of visiting. Even if only for a few days, weeks or even extended stay, there is something alluring about this magical place.

We fell madly, crazy and passionately in love with Cortona, its beauty, food, wine, community and people. We have learned to live life slowly, enjoy friendships, and savour the mouth-watering food!

Retirement is fantastic, but we are still young and like to keep busy. As my dad once said, “The worst part of retirement is that you never have holidays!”

How true! So, to keep us occupied, and mostly to meet more wonderful people from all over the world, we bought three apartments in the historical centre of Cortona to rent as tourist rentals. From these apartments (Casa di Amici) we have branched out and offer help to many local Italians that also have beautiful apartments for visitors to enjoy.

So between long lunches, wine tastings and exploring all corners of Italy, we are here to help welcome many visitors to Cortona.

Why they chose this property

There are many places to stay in Tuscany and the Cortona area. However, we highly recommend you choose a location within the Historical centre. Although the surrounding Villas although very beautiful, are also quite remote and can be more inconvenient.

We love to open the door and be steps to cafes, restaurants, shops and of course nightly passeggiata!

What makes this property unique

HUGE private View terrace
2 bedrooms
Amazing View
In the Historical Centre
Full Separate Kitchen

If you choose to stay at Casa di Amici great! Or, if you just want to ask some questions about Italy, Tuscany or the region, do not hesitate to contact me.

I love to talk about Italy and to help you have a trip of a lifetime!

Languages:

English, Italian

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