Villa il Sole, Civitella in Val di Chiana - Arezzo and Cortona

With its imposing and dramatic hilltop position, close to the town of Arezzo, Villa il Sole has a fairy-tale quality about it. Perched, overlooking a valley, this large stone-built villa is a good choice for a large multigenerational group of family or friends. The interior is restful and easy on the eye: terracotta-tiled floors and wooden ceiling beams abound and the ground floor is dominated by a dramatic fireplace in a lounge that will doubtless be the centre of social activity among your guests. Other features include striking internal arches and an exquisite split-level staircase. The bedroom with four-poster bed is probably the pick of the four generously sized and airy bedrooms.

There are a number of terraces positioned around the property, each offering a different view on your surroundings and perfect for al-fresco dining, or pre-dinner sundowner. From here - and from the private pool on a lower terrace - you can drink in superb views of the Tuscan countryside with the town of Civitella in Val di Chiana sitting among the folds of the hillside opposite.

Ground Floor

Lounge 1
2 sofas, footstools, coffee table, stairs to lobby.

Lounge 2
Sofa, two armchairs, fireplace, TV, door leading to bedroom.

Hall
2 chairs, TV, door to bathroom, stairs to garage, stairs to first floor.

Kitchen
Fully equipped.

Dining Room
Dining table with 8 chairs.

Bedroom 1
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe.

Bathroom
Shower, sink, bidet, WC.

First Floor

Lounge 3
Sofa, two armchairs, sideboard, fireplace, doors to balcony.

Bedroom 2
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, chest of drawers, two chairs, coffee table.

Spare Bedroom
Daybed, wardrobe, chair.

En-suite Bathroom
Bath, handheld shower, freestanding shower, sink, bidet, WC.       

Bedroom 3
Double bed (cannot be converted into twins), wardrobe, 2 chairs.

En-suite Bathroom
Freestanding shower, bidet, sink, WC.

Bedroom 4
Twin beds (can be converted into a double), wardrobe, chest of drawers, chair.

Bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, sink, bidet, WC.

Our thoughts
For its location and views, this really is a villa of the imagination. You will love the internal style and beautiful grounds. Inside, antique furniture and pastel hues give the property character and there is space aplenty for a large family gathering. Undoubtedly, you will be drawn outside to take in the dramatic views. The Mediterranean garden is delightfully landscaped and filled with shrubs and leafy, mature trees that provide shade, while raised beds of geraniums at the front of the house add a splash of colour.

Notes
4 bedrooms. 4 bathrooms, 2 en-suite.
The maximum occupancy of this villa is 8 adults and 1 child.
Approach road - 1.2km in good unpaved road
Fire Place: open

Pool
The pool is set on a lower level, to the rear of the house, and surrounded by a paved terrace, furnished with sun beds, leading to lawn. Mature trees and a furnished gazebo provide shady areas. The water is accessed by ladder steps at one end. Pool size: 10m x 5m, 1.5m deep, open May to September, weather permitting.