Title: Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City Vacation home in Cortona with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30364100/30364053/a49c186a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30364100/30364053/c48f969e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30364100/30364053/31130c7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30364100/30364053/cb56bb8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30364100/30364053/430fa466.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Cortona's historic heart, this townhouse offers a charming retreat. Unwind in the marble bathrooms, enjoy spectacular views of the Chiana valley from the master suite, and experience modern comforts like air conditioning and WiFi. With a fully-equipped kitchen, gas heat on chilly evenings, and two flat-screen smart TVs for entertainment. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61184 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City This was the house of two very famous people: in the 1200's it was the house of Santa Margherita (the Patron Saint of Cortona) and her son and beloved dog ( she can be visited in the Sanctuary at the top of the city where she rests for all to see in her glass coffin). And in the middle 19oo's the famous Professor Charles van Doren who was mixed up in the largest quiz scandal ever to shake American television. He was also the author of a three volume novel about the life of medieval life in Cortona. Completely Renovated the town-house has upstairs air conditioning, washer & drier, gas heat, wi-fi, 2 Flat screen smart tv's with dish, Marble Bathrooms, with two entrances- one on main street and one on lower level to a Calle, with little picnic table. A new kitchen with full size refrigerator and new gourmet stove. Lower level has floor heating. Inside the ancient walls of Cortona, just steps away from fine dining, elegant shops and wonderful Cultural Events. Perhaps best known these days as the setting for the book and movie “Under the Tuscan Sun” (written by Frances Mayes), gorgeous hillside Cortona has a long history dating back even before it's time as an important Etruscan center. Top attractions include the Duomo (Cathedral), the small Museo Diocesano across the piazza with its superb art collection, and the fascinating Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca with its assembly of Etruscan and Roman era items. Cortona is also bursting with splendid churches spanning many periods. San Nicolo has two marvelous paintings of Luca Signorelli, one of the great Renaissance painters who is also a son of this town. The small opera house houses concerts throughout the summer and in the weekends will convert into a cinema. The town house is unique as it is spread throughout three floors. First floor (Lower Level) houses bedroom, separate bath with shower and separate laundry room. Here is also the entrance to the cute little ally with a patio behind the home. The main level that has the main entrance onto the street via Moneti. It has a living area , a new kitchen, fireplace, eating area and reading nook. The top floor is the master suite consisting of a king size bed and beautiful new marble bath with skylight. Spectacular views of the Chiana valley. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,184 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36090000/36087800/36087708/f20c01bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Vinalia inside the Etruscan walls of Cortona Cortona Old Town - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=36087708&PinnedHotelID=36087708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113180000/113177700/113177609/38ee1011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cortona Skyline Retreat Cortona Old Town - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=113177609&PinnedHotelID=113177609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96270000/96264500/96264482/dacec1a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Town House Cortona, Tuscany. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### 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 information in the booking confirmation A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Build 1250 yet Totally Remodeled 2014 Located Historic Villa Build 1250 yet Totally Remodeled 2014 Located Historic Build 1250 yet Totally Remodeled 2014 Located Historic Villa Build 1250 yet Totally Remodeled 2014 Located Historic Villa Build 1250 yet Totally Remodeled 2014 Located Historic ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.27520%2C11.98764&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RGUI1Jo0xbCss_ll83PKxIGbfP4=) Cortona #### What's nearby - Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Piazza della Repubblica - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Cortona Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Fortress of Girifalco - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Villa Bramasole - 15 min walk - 1.3 km #### Getting around - Camucia-Cortona Station - 10 min drive - Sant Egidio Airport (PEG) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Osteria Le Rughe Di Cortona - ‬3 min walk - ‪La Bucaccia - ‬5 min walk - ‪Osteria del Teatro - ‬2 min walk - ‪Caffè degli artisti - ‬3 min walk - ‪Bar Fiat 500 - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Built in 1251 yet totally remodeled in 2014- Located in Historic Cortona City located? > Located in Cortona Old Town, this vacation home is steps from Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial, San Domenico Church, and Piazza della Repubblica. Signorelli Theatre and Casali Palace are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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