Tuscan Academia

Tuscan Academia: Tuscany

On a hilltop overlooking the rolling Cortona countryside lies this traditional villa. The interior has some dated elements, but the surrounding scenery and laid-back charm make for a lovely stay. With two of the four bedrooms configurable as doubles or twins, this home is ideal for groups of friends or couples travelling together. The manicured garden and private pool offer spaces outside for tanning and alfresco dining, and you'll find several desks for getting remote work done. You'll be an easy drive from Cortona, where you can indulge in fantastic Tuscan wines and dishes.

Home truths:
*There is space to park outside this home for free
*Your host can provide a high chair and cot for free if you're travelling with little ones
*This home is spread over two levels with a bedroom on the ground floor, and fourteen steps up to the entrance of this home, meaning it may not be the best choice for guests with limited mobility
*The pool is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October
*The first floor is accessible via both internal and external stairs
*All bedrooms have mosquito screens and air conditioning – in the ground floor bedroom this is mobile air conditioning
*The laundry room is located in the annexe, adjacent to the parking area