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IL MANDORLO
Near Cortona, Umbria
10 GUESTS
6 BEDROOMS
6.5 BATHS
Il Mandorlo is a gracious home,
reflecting the owners' artistic
Incredibly evocative views, aesthetics in design choices.
especially at sunset. The Spacious and light filled with a
outdoor spaces are numerous wonderful collection of art and
collectibles throughout the house
and beautifully landscaped. to nurture your senses. Just as
appealing is their commitment to
keeping with the times, the owners
have invested heavily in making
their home as 'green' as possible,
A lively village just minutes away with in-floor cooling/heating and a
-- weekly market, local bank of photovoltaics.
restaurants, late-night music
scene.
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
OVERVIEW
Arriving at Il Mandorlo you know immediately you have Il Mandorlo is truly a home, lived in year-round (and offered
arrived somewhere very special and delightful. The property for rent on a strictly limited basis) by a designer and a painter
takes its name from the singular almond tree that was the who together have a talent for combining their sympathetic
one element of this landscape remaining when the owners yet distinctive aesthetics into homes that are modern and
took on the restructuring of this home. The tree is now a focal luxurious in all the right ways. The pool house adds an
point at the foot of the garden before the lands slopes down additional dimension and encourages you to enjoy the lovely
and away and you are beholding a commanding view of the garden and sweeping panorama. There are three options for
countryside. It is a splendid view, textural and dynamic during dining al fresco plus numerous quiet corners for reading or
the day, animated by light of homes, villages and stars by reflecting. In keeping with the times, the owners invested
night. heavily in making their home as 'green' as possible, with in-
floor cooling/heating and a bank of photovoltaics. The walk-
The property sits just outside Citta della Pieve, one of in shower stalls are large; the lighting both highlights their
Northern Umbria's most vibrant and cultured towns and one exceptional art collection but is equally well adapted to
you will want to get to know. It is a hotspot for concerts, reading in bed. The local housekeeper is charming and also a
galleries and art projects of various kinds and is a manageable good cook.
2.5 kms away. The Duomo has a stunning fresco by local son
Perugino and the only Etruscan obelisk ever found adorns a Location matters for villa travel as the whole point is to really
stairwell at the Palazzo Comunale, site of art exhibitions and get to know the people and the place of the surrounding
the public library. A local family has opened their important communities. Fortunately in this Il Mandorlo offers a
collection of modern art to the public as well. Here you can welcome to Umbria along with the option of experiencing
shop for organic produce and designer goods or share the some of Tuscany's most iconic towns and destinations. In
nightlife with the locals on the rooftop-terrace of the local Umbria you are received graciously, eat well more often than
Cantina. not at establishments serving fresh, inventive cuisine where
the kitchen and staff have not been exhausted yet still
Part of the special appeal of Il Mandorlo is the location but appreciate your interest. Within striking distance are also
the house itself is exceptional. The gate opens to a sculpted farms, small producers and a surprisingly good fish
landscaped garden, beautifully illuminated at night, inviting restaurant. This is also an area known for cashmere outlets,
you forward to the edge of this hillside which opens Etruscan history and local festivals - you can build an itinerary
expansively on the surrounding Val di Chiana with views of around most any interest. You can get about easily by car and
Chiusi and Lago di Trasimeno as well as Cortona and have the appealing option of excursions to secondary cities
Chianciano Terme in the distance. Vestiges of the 17th by train as well.
century farmhouse that originally occupied this spot remain
only in the rough stone facade and beamed ceilings. Two In the end, what appeals to us about Il Mandorlo is the
previous renovations and years of abandonment offered the graceful balance it strikes; eminently livable and comfortably
owners considerable latitude to replace barn doors with glass familiar in dimension and layout, yet interesting in every
and create bathrooms of a suitable dimension. detail and thoughtful point of design. The location is central -
to most everything. With good transportation corridors near
at hand. You can pick the house then decide what to do. And
what not to do. Except maybe for stretching your legs from
the pool house to the table for a long lunch. Lounging in the
shade with an endless view of 'the great green heart of Italy'
might be more than enough for one day, no?
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
375 SQ METERS INDOORS 2 HECTARES OUTDOORS
GROUNDS GARDEN LEVEL UPPER LEVEL
• Gated entrance to covered car-park for 4-5 cars. • Outdoor living/dining room with table for 14, two • Loft with view over living room below. Large desk.
seating areas for 12 total. Shaded by movable curtain Leather couch and armchairs accommodate 6+.
• Beautifully landscaped garden of approximately and 'uve di fragole' grapevine. Overlooks pool area Plasma TV, satellite, Sky, surround sound.
one hectare with cypress, olive, fruit trees and and view to the northwest. Fabulous sunsets.
hydrangea, bay. Various benches for enjoying a quiet • Giallo: Master bedroom (queen) with ensuite bath
moment with the view and birdsong. • Entrance hall with stairs to upper and lower levels. (walk-in shower and tub with hand-held shower).
• Stunning three-season pool house with glass walls. • Elegant double-height living room with seating for • Verde: Master bedroom (queen) with private
Ingenious screen conceals corner kitchen (stove, 14. Two double doors lead to loggia and pool. terrace overlooking garden and pool. Ensuite bath
fridge, microwave) and full bath (open shower). (shower stall).
• Charming dining room with frescoed walls and
• Vanishing edge pool (13 x 6 meters, 1 to 1.55 meters antique table for 14+. Folding wall opens to kitchen • Bianca: Double bedroom (twin beds) with ensuite
deep, stairs, warmed max. 5 degrees by solar panels) for buffet style meals if preferred. bath (partially sunken tub, wall-mounted shower,
fully furnished with panoramic view. Standing heater partition).
for al fresco dining in spring and fall. • Exceptional large, well equipped kitchen with
granite countertops and center island for four.
• Vegetable garden. Double doors to breakfast loggia.
• Breakfast loggia with table for 6 - 8 with view to
garden and pool house. Direct access to the kitchen.
• Guest bath.
• Azzure: Master bedroom (queen) with ensuite bath
(walk-in shower stall, tub with hand-held shower).
Note: three steps down at entrance.
• Intimate sitting room with plasma TV, satellite, Sky,
DVD and seating for four. Full bath (shower stall).
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
375 SQ METERS INDOORS 2 HECTARES OUTDOORS
LOWER LEVEL GARDEN HOUSE
• Rosso: Double bedroom suite (full) with ensuite • Garden House: Independent structure a couple of
bath (shower stall). Separate sitting room (with single paces off the Lower Level Gym entrance. Double
bed). Direct access from garden via external stairs. bedroom (queen) with ensuite bath (shower stall).
Efficiency kitchen (for drinks and snacks).
• Gym room (treadmill, step machine, Pilates ball).
• Sauna for four, adjacent W.C. with open shower.
• Laundry room (washing machine, dryer).
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS HOW TO SPEND YOUR TIME
• Citta della Pieve (shops, bars, market) 5 minutes driving, • Citta della Pieve is one of the so-called 'Saffron Cities' of
40 minute walk Italy. Learn about the production, use, history of this delicate
• Chiusi (train, highway, supermarkets) 10-20 minutes ingredient, buy directly from local producers. Visit in mid-
• Cetona, San Casciano dei Bagni, Solomeo (Brunello October and visit the local saffron festival. This is also the
Cuccinelli) 25-35 minutes period for mushrooms, truffles and other seasonal
• Arezzo, Cortona, Castiglione del Lago 40-60 minutes celebrations.
• Montepulciano, Orvieto, Deruta (ceramics) 50 minutes • Your village is Citta della Pieve, a long walk or short drive
• Perugia, Assisi, Todi, Cortona 60-75 minutes from the house. This is a lively and cheerful village for a
• Florence airport 1.5 hours cappuccino with the locals, the weekly market, seeing art
• Rome airport 2.25-2.5 hours exhibits, and various dining options.
• This is the land of the Etruscans and a three-day immersion
in this mysterious culture includes the Chiusi Museum, the
Sarteano tomb (Saturdays only) and a fish-lunch by the lake.
A day of imagination and discovery.
• We can arrange professional guided walking tours to nearby
cultural centers - Perugia and Assisi and Citta della Pieve in
Umbria, Chiusi, Cetona and Pienza in Tuscany are
recommended as well.
• For those who love fine wines, Montefalco, Spello, and
Bevagna offer tremendous opportunities for flavorful
experiences. Let us schedule a driver and a day of wine
tastings & lunch.
• Pasta-making? Organic beer making in a monastery?
Truffle-hunting? You will eat well in Umbria, with artisanal
producers and under-the-radar experts ready to share their
passion and expertise with you. All manner of farm visits,
cooking classes and hands-on experiences can be arranged
to suit your interests and ages.
• Take a boat to St. Francis Island in the middle of Lago di
Trasimeno or more locally, walk the trails up to Monte
Cetona.
• Montepulciano is just across the valley to the west for a day
of wine-tasting and shopping for gold at our favorite
Etruscan jewelry designer. Lunch at La Grotta overlooking the
stunning Tempio di San Biagio is highly recommended.
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
WHAT TO KNOW
• Domestic staff included six days a week in the mornings for • Complimentary WiFi provided. Please note there is not
Continental breakfast service and cleaning. Additional consistent coverage throughout the property. Please discuss
cleaning and all cooking available by separate payment. your particular connectivity needs before booking. WiFi
Please see Included/ Available below for details. covers living room, den and loft. DSL cables available for
bedrooms.
• Babies (in arms) and children 10 and older are welcome.
House is impeccably kept, very well furnished with objets • The owners' dog lives in the house with them when they are
d'art and antiques. Bathrooms are furnished with robes, towel in residence. Please advise of any allergies. There is a cat,
warmers, hair dryers and magnifying mirrors. which lives outdoors year round.
• Floor cooled and heated through geothermal system. First • Il Mandorlo is available May - October. Owner keeps house
floor bedrooms and Garden House have AC for extra cooling for their own use in August. Arrival/departure days are flexible
if needed. Screens on all windows and doors. Pool is not and weeks can be prorated. Typical arrival time is 4 pm- 5 pm;
'heated'. There are solar panels, which will warm the water to departure time is 10 am.
an additional five degrees maximum.
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IL MANDORLO
NEAR CORTONA, UMBRIA 10 GUESTS 6 BEDROOMS 6.5 BATHS
INCLUDED: AVAILABLE:
• HEAT • TELEPHONE/FAX Long distance calls paid at cost
• GAS • CLEANING Additional staff time available on request; €12 per
• ELECTRICITY hour Monday-Saturday, €15 per hour Sunday
• WATER • PERSONAL LAUNDRY Staff only; at €12/h (M-Sat) and
• AIR CONDITIONING €15/hr (Sun)
• TELEPHONE/FAX Local calls included, owner recommends • BREAKFAST food and beverage extra
guests bring mobile phones • CHEF/COOK Lunch and/or Dinner @ €40-€60 pp for chef,
• INTERNET including food, excluding wine: house staff mandatory @ €15/hr
• CLEANING Maid 6 days per week, 9 am-1 pm, Sunday off. weekdays, €18/hr Sunday
• LINEN CHANGE Bath towels changed Wednesday & • PROVISIONS Food and beverage at cost, for breakfast,
Saturday; bed linens on Saturday snacks
• WELCOME DINNER Courtesy of the owner; wine included • ADVANCE SHOPPING SERVICE
• BREAKFAST Service only • SHOPPING SERVICE €15 per hour, by house staff
• EXTRAS DEPOSIT Mandatory; due on arrival in cash Euro. All
expenses to be settled in cash prior to departure.
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