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Cetona, located in southern Tuscany, is perhaps the quintessential
medieval hill town. Famous for its vineyards and old olive groves, Cetona is an
ideal base for visiting the many charming villages of southern Tuscany and central
Italy. Siena, Montalcino, Orvieto, and Assisi are just a short drive away, and
guests can travel by rail to Florence in about 1.5 hours or to Rome in 1 hour
from the Etruscan town of Chiusi. The Cetona Townhouse
is located in the quiet, pedestrian-only historic town center. It provides a blend
of modern amenities with medieval ambience. The main piazza, with its small shops,
cafés and trattorias, is steeply downhill from the townhouse. While cars can not
maneuver the winding, hilly streets, Doorways can arrange to have your luggage
delivered to your villa. Wander up and down the winding streets of town and savor
breathtaking views of the Tuscan hillsides, or just relax in the garden and terrace.
One enters the townhouse through a large door leading to
a private courtyard that is furnished with a table and chairs for dining al fresco.
The house is built on three levels joined by a spiral staircase. On the ground
floor there is a cozy living room with a fireplace and dining area, and a well
equipped kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, gas range, toaster oven,
and coffeemaker. The master bedroom, with double bed and en-suite bathroom with
shower, is on the second floor, as well as a second bathroom with shower. A masonry
staircase leads to the third floor, where there are two additional bedrooms, one
with a double bed and one with twin beds. French doors open onto a large terrace,
furnished with deck chairs and a small bistro table, and the garden, with olive
trees and a small orchard where guests are welcome to collect ripe fruit. From
here, one can enjoy a fabulous view of the terracotta rooftops of Cetona Townhouse,
Cittŕ della Pieve, and Chiusi. On exceptionally clear days, Lake Trasimeno is
visible in the distance. The Cetona Townhouse is furnished tastefully and has
a TV, video player, and stereo. There is central heating for cool weather. This
property will be rented to non-smoking guests only and is recommended for good
walkers.
Arrival Day: Saturday
Minimum Stay: one week
Prices on request; please inquire. |