Historic Villa in the heart of Tuscan wine country! | Villa in Cortona
5 Bedroom Villa in Cortona
Nestled into the side of the mountain just outside of and below the walls of Cortona, Villa Il Bacchino, (“Little Bacchus”) is a secluded paradise. Officially named after a small, whimsical statue of Bacchus, the Roman god of the vine, riding a wine barrel that was found during an excavation of the property and is currently displayed in the gardens, the property is locally known as Il Bobolino, (“Little Boboli”), a reference comparing the elaborate gardens on the property to the larger and more famous Boboli Gardens surrounding the Pitti Palace in Florence.
The approach to the property begins where the paved road ends. A semiprivate, gravel drive will bring you to the property in approximately 3 minutes by car. Although the gate entering the property is only an 11 minute, scenic walk from its counterpart Roman gate entering the town, the property’s isolated and wooded location renders the town, as well as any neighbors, unseen from the Villa and vice versa. The views during your approach of the valley below and through the woods are lovely.
Built in 1790, the Villa sits on approximately 4 acres of terraced and elaborately landscaped grounds, traversed by scenic walking trails which reveal seating areas unique to each level from which guests can enjoy tranquil overlooks of the valley below. The property is completely surrounded by original stacked-stone walls with numerous wrought iron gates, which provide beauty as well as security. The swimming pool on level 4, is flanked by a beautiful fountain at one end and an al fresco, vine covered, dining pergola with another gorgeous view of the valley below, at the other end. The pool and 2 fountains are tranquil works of art. The estate is home to olive trees, fruit trees and a burst of color at every turn from the myriad of blooming trees and flowers adorning the property in the spring, summer and even fall. The grounds are equally beautiful during the day or when dramatically lit at night.
The Villa itself features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, all windows swinging open to views of either the gardens or the valley. The first floor consists of a foyer/sitting room with a fireplace, a small office, a beautiful dining room with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen and a living room looking out onto the garden. There is gated, on-site parking for up to 4 vehicles. The home has just undergone a tasteful update, including remodeling of the bathrooms, adding air conditioning to all bedrooms, new stucco on the entire exterior, interior painting and “new” antique furniture throughout. The current owners like to cook, so guests will find that the kitchen is unusually well equipped, including modern appliances and cutlery that actually cuts. Somewhat unusual for Europe, the home also features a small bar complete with an icemaker. Although the Villa has 5 bedrooms, the seating inside and around the pool and grounds is all set up for 8 guests, which is what the owners recommend as a maximum for the property, to ensure a spacious and uncrowded feel in keeping with the property’s ambiance.
There is even a beautiful chapel on the grounds, which remains unlocked and available for use if a guest is so motivated.
The home’s property manager, Rita Mezzetti, who has been with the home for 20 years and speaks Italian, French and English, is available nearby to assist with any needs you may have during your stay.
For more information and reviews, please visit our website bacchino.com!
Historic Villa in the heart of Tuscan wine country! is located in Cortona. Historic Villa in the heart of Tuscan wine country! provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Villa features Ocean View, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic Villa in the heart of Tuscan wine country! has 5 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Cortona has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Cortona, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Towels provided
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Shampoo
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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5+ bathrooms
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Bidet
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Bed sheets provided
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5 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smoke-free property
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Gravel flooring in public areas
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English
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Italian
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Desk chair
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Desk
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Office
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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WiFi available
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Outdoor furniture
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Garden
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Firepit
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Outdoor pool
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Private pool
Policies
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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
