A 15th century townhouse in the heart of Cortona captures the essence of Tuscan living.
A sea of verdant vineyards rises and falls in sinuous curves. Olive trees glint silver under a gentle sun. Dark cypresses stand spear-straight over a mosaic of ochre, sienna and green fields. And, strewn a steep hillside, stand the red roofs, golden houses and soaring towers of a “proud, noble and ancient” town.
Few places capture the spirit of Tuscany better than Cortona. And few homes encapsulate the essence of Tuscan living better than a medieval townhouse right in the town’s historic centre. Cluttons Italy are selling one which is set just inside the walls, on a quiet street a minute away from the main square.
The property, which originally dates from the 15th century, is a distillate of rustic Tuscan style, with terracotta tiles, oak beams, traditional wooden doors and wrought iron beds.
The old front door opens onto a hallway with terracotta floors, which in turn gives access to a large living room with a stone fireplace, exposed timbers and, at the far end, a lovely country-style kitchen.
Stone stairs lead to the first floor, where two bedrooms are situated. A French window on the landing opens onto a balcony that overlooks the street and has enough room for a table and chairs. A wooden staircase leads to the second floor, which is taken up by a large bedroom with pretty views over Cortona’s rooftops.
The asking price for all this is €590,000. For more information, call +39 349 1327177 or visit www.cluttonsitaly.com.
