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Casina in authentic Tuscany

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Exterior
Exterior
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Exterior detail
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4968.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Fratticciola, Tuscany
  • Cortona Cathedral
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Villa Bramasole
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Casina in authentic Tuscany

It is the old home of our family! The apartment in question is located on the first floor of a traditional farmhouse. It consists of two double bedrooms, living room with sofa bed, fireplace, kitchenette and two bathrooms (one of these serving, without shower). To reach it there is the external staircase.
Air conditioning in the bedrooms and in the living room.
Free WiFi and parking.
The structure has been recently renovated preserving the original characteristic features. With stone walls with large exposed sections, terracotta ceilings with chestnut beams, Tuscan terracotta floors, ancient doors with bolts and old locks, the house has been reborn without losing its essence.

An authentic corner of Tuscany in the heart of the Valdichiana.
A tour in the surroundings

From the village of Fratticciola you can easily reach the city of Cortona with all its artistic beauties and its places of spirituality such as the wonderful hermitage of the Celle. Other art cities and medieval villages such as Arezzo, Montepulciano, Siena, Assisi and many others are also easily accessible.
In the surroundings of the village, lovers of movement will find cycle and pedestrian paths such as the Path of Reclamation which extends along the bank of the Esse torrent through the Cortona countryside.
Riding stables for horseback riding, ponds for sport fishing, cellars where you can taste wines and typical Tuscan products, tennis courts and more.

Property manager

Anna Maria Polezzi
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT051017B5F4XM25JW

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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cortona

Located in Cortona, this apartment is in a rural area. Signorelli Theatre and Museum of the Etruscan Academy are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Farneta Abbey and Santa Maria delle Grazie. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Fratticciola, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Cortona Cathedral - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Signorelli Theatre - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Valdichiana Outlet Village - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Villa Bramasole - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Camucia-Cortona Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasticceria Vannelli Caffè Gelateria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tenimenti d'Alessandro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tukul Cafè Lounge Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Babette - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Quo Vadis - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casina in authentic Tuscany pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casina in authentic Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casina in authentic Tuscany?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casina in authentic Tuscany located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Farneta Abbey, Val di Chiana and Cortona Cathedral. Santa Maria delle Grazie and Signorelli Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

David B.

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

Excellent stay

We had a lovely stay at the Casina, thank you to the family for such a welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

A Tuscany Gem

My wife and I have just had the most wonderful 2 weeks stay at this property. It lived up to its description in every way. Anna Maria, Aldo and their daughter Lorella were so welcoming and caring throughout our stay. A bottle of local wine and some food awaited us on our arrival. The property was like a home from home and was a great base for visits to Florence, Siena and Assisi to mention a few. The train station was a few kilometers away and Cortona was a short drive away. This is a beautiful part of Italy and I cannot speak too highly of this lovely house at Fratticciola.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey S.

Exactly what we were looking for

The place is clean, charming and cozy. We were met with vin santo, cookies and bruschetta. They have guide books which really helped us out and we had a fun time choosing which room to sleep in. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Lovely house, and great hosts.

This is a lovely house in a great location, handy for Cortona but in the middle of sunflowers and vineyards. The host were charming and so lovely. We wil be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM A.

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

Fantastic stay in Tuscany

This is a charming house in a small town outside Cortona. Easily located near all the things you would want to see in the area. The host treated us like family and had homemade treats and wine waiting for our arrival. The house is perfectly suited for 4 people to stay and had a lot of charm. If you are looking to escape the hustle of daily life and relax this is the perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Just a wonderful stay and host

We enjoyed the serene and beautiful landscape around us. We didn’t rent a car so just relaxed in our beautiful apartment and walked the trails and shopped the local grocery who had so much great produce and food. Lorella and her mother were wonderful and so kind. They had Tuscan snacks and wine on our arrival and even surprise treats. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Frank Ö.

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

Sehr schöner Aufenthalt

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gary A.

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

Lovely Fratticciola

The property is in a great location, and very clean. Unfortunately, we did not see the host once during our 6 days stay. We enjoyed the garden and the drives through the countryside. The apartment is small, especially the kitchen area, although it is well-equipped. The second bathroom is outside the apartment, which we did not use. The Wi-Fi was very intermittent. Although the bedrooms were a good size, they did not have shelving for our clothes.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

ADORABLE!!!!

The host is awesome. Such a great place to stay in a super quiet criterion. I highly recommend. Super amazing farm treats. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wonderful, Awesome, Memorable

Wonderful Hosts, Beautiful Place, Great Location. We hope to come back and stay here again! Well worth it, beyond what we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

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

Perfect combination of location, convenience, beauty and hospitality

We can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed Anna Maria’s place. From Lorella’s welcome to the amazing Tuscan bread and figs. Their gifts of wine, food and most importantly, their warmth and friendliness. Fratticciola was the perfect home base for trips to Cortona, Lake Trasimeno, Montepulciano and Pienza. Everything was absolutely lovely. Grazie mille e Ciao!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Lovely spot to get away from the crowds

The Casina was such a lovely spot away from the crowds we'd seen in Florence and Venice. It was an easy drive to Cortona and Montepulciano and other towns in Tuscany. The apartment was perfect for our family of 4 and well appointed. We were greeted with a plate of bruschetta, wine and other treats when we arrived. The kitchen was perfect for preparing breakfast or an easy dinner. Laundry and shopping were a short drive away. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie L.

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

Charming farm house

Beautifully located in a small village just outside of Cortona, with small grocery store only steps away. Very well appointed. Host was very friendly and fluent in English. Excellent restaurants within close range by car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Li W.

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

Great location

We chose this apartment based on the location and the reviews and we’re not disappointed. Ideally located for exploring the region. Communication with the owners was prompt and easy. There was a freshly prepared plate of savoury goodies and a bottle of homemade wine for us to enjoy. The kitchen and bathroom are both quite small by North American standards but adequate for our needs. The entire apartment was extremely clean. Having access to an outdoor area was greatly appreciated. The hosts were very kind and helpful when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eva B.

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

Schöne Ferienwohnung im Naturparadies Toskana

Schon das Ankommen war ein Erlebnis: unsere Gastgeberin empfing uns mit toskanisch bestrichenen Ciabatta und köstlichem Wein. Wir haben uns in der liebevoll eingerichteten Wohnung mitten in der Toskana Natur sehr wohl gefühlt. Küche und Bad sind etwas klein, aber die gute Ausstattung macht dies wieder wett. Eine empfehlenswerte Ferienwohnung mit netten Gastgeberinnen!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

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

Cute

This is a cute spot in a very nice area. Well worth staying. The shower is very small, the place is otherwise perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

My N.

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

Traumhaft schön

Die Wohnung war sehr sehr sauber und schön. Auch an der Küchenausstattung hat es an nichts gefehlt. Wir haben von der Gastgeberin des Hauses ein kleinen Willkommensgruss bekommen. Der Bestand aus Baguettescheiben mit verschiedenen leckere Aufstriche, einem Rotwein, selbstgemachte Kekse mit einem Mandellikör. Die Gastgeberin und ihre Tochter waren sehr herzlich und nett gewesen. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Wonderful

Lorella and Anna Maria were wonderful! They had a small platter and bottle of wine on the table waiting for us at check in. The apartment was cozy and had everything we needed. It was close to Cortona and all that Tuscany has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Tuscan Gem

We spent four wonderful nights at Anna Maria's casina. We were welcomed by her daughter upon arrival, and she gave us all pertinent information about the house and the surrounding area. I had indicated ahead of time that my daughter had a food allergy just to make sure we didn't have any problems during our stay. When we arrived, Anna Maria provided us with a wonderful bottle of Vin Santo and some homemade cookies, which she assured us she made specially for us without the allergens I had mentioned. The small apartment was immaculately clean and well-provisioned. The location is perfect: in the quiet countryside, yet within 45 minutes of many amazing Tuscan hilltop towns. If you intend to explore, it will be best to have a car. Waking to the sound of chickens, sleeping in the absolute darkness and silence, looking out from the front balcony at the rolling hillsides...a Tuscan dream. Spend some time with your espresso on the balcony early in the morning and listen to the town come alive. BE SURE to visit Cortona (15 minutes or less by car). Our hosts could not have been more gracious and helpful. Thanks to the entire family for our five wonderful days in Fratticcola!!! We hope to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., Baraboo, USA

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

Perfectly located home base for Tuscany.

Wonderful place and host Anna Marie provided sone wonderfully tasty treats from her own kitchen and a recipe to take home and try. This spot is centrally located in Tuscany with easy vists to the surrounding cities of interest. Grazie, Anna Marie and Lorella!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

House in Tuscany

The house is located in Fratticcola near Cortona. The house was spacious and very clean.The kitchen had all you would need to cook. The hosts were very lovely and friendly. The hosts have limited English but we were able to communicate well with our limited Italian and phone translation app. Anna Marie was a joy to meet and she was so accommodating with wine, fruit and bread. Since we arrived late and had not eaten since morning this was a treat. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Great Rural Stay near Cortona

The apartment was clean, well appointed, and has character. It was perfect for the two of us. The host and her daughter greeted us with homemade local foods that were fantastic and very much appreciated. The family works together to take care of the property and guests. The area is beautiful and within driving distance to many Tuscan towns. There is a family winery with tastings and appetizers upon request within 200m of the apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Tuscan Gem

A quiet base of operations in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Very friendly hosts, beautiful setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T., Toronto, Canada

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

Absolutely Lovely!

My husband and I were greeted by Anna Maria’s lovely daughter who showed us around the property and made sure we were properly settled. Anna Maria had left us homemade bruschetta, wine, and biscotti - all were absolutely delicious! The views and sounds of nature from this darling apartment were everything my husband and I hoped for, and the trip to the town, Cortona, was the favourite part of our trip to Italy! We got to say goodbye to Anna Maria which was an absolute treat - very warm and friendly. We would definitely come back! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Anna Maria Polezzi

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