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Food and drink
Pool
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Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 14400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
cortona, toscana italia
  • Lake Trasimeno
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Piazza della Repubblica
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Villa Bramasole
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

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1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

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1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 Queen Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 Queen Bed

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1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bagno 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bagno 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bagno 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bagno 4

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bagno 5

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views

Villa Cells of Farinaio is a large country house with all the comforts. large spaces both indoors and outdoors.
It can accommodate up to 14 guests in spacious rooms furnished with antiques and characteristic of the Tuscan zone
The villa has two kitchens and living space and large living rooms with sofas, armchairs two fireplaces, computer station and wi fi. Outdoor terraces where there are tables, chairs, deck chairs, barbecue, wood oven.
The villa is completely fenced for complete privacy and very private and silensiosa

Property manager

Proprietario

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
A richiesta prima di prenotare
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: A richiesta prima di prenotare
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT051017C2JPUU6I3H

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cortona

Located in Cortona, this villa is in a rural area and on a lake. Hannibal's Journey and Santa Maria delle Grazie are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Trasimeno and Val di Chiana. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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cortona, toscana italia

What's nearby

  • Lake Trasimeno - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cortona Cathedral - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Signorelli Theatre - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Villa Bramasole - 14 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Terontola-Cortona Station - 6 min drive
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria Intl. Airport (PEG) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria dell'Accademia Tuoro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casale l'Antico Carro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Il Buttighino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Albergo Ristorante La Corte dei Papi 5 Stelle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Mokamag - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa in a hilly area surrounded by greenery with swimming pool and breathtaking views located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Trasimeno, Campo del Sole, and Signorelli Theatre. Museum of the Etruscan Academy and Museo Diocesano are also within 6 miles (10 km). Terontola-Cortona Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fritz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. The property and Mauro delivered on everything promised.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful rural setting
The property was well positioned at the end of a rural road but nearby to local amenities. The garden was tiered and had an excellent outdoor eating space and pool. The interior was old style decor and there was 2 shower rooms and an additional two rooms with a bath. The owner was very responsive to our needs but also did not crowd us. He even bough cakes on the middle sunday!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan bo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Familieferie
Spændende hus og spændende område. Dejligt poolområde. Stort hus med god plads til alle. Helt ideelt udendørs område til at bage pizza.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin W., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a large group get away!
We had a great time for our family reunion. Lots of space to sit in large or small groups and the gardens and outdoor spaces are beautiful. The view into the valley is postcard worthy. The house feels like a typical Tuscan villa and stays cool even on hot days. The pool is well maintained and also has wonderful views. Mauro was very welcoming and responsive to any questions and issues we had. We really appreciated his help getting from the train station up to the house. The homemade cake and wine was also a welcome and delicious surprise. The house is beautiful but it is older, so we're thankful for Mauro and Nevio's responsiveness. At one point we lost hot water in one half of the house and they were very quick about fixing it. They really were wonderful hosts. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation ever!
We stayed at the villa with 4 other couples to celebrate our birthdays. It was the best vacation we ever had. The villa was perfect, exactly as described. Marco was a great communicator, always responding to my many requests very quickly. Due to unfortunate circumstances he was not available when we were there, but he ensured his brother and/or nephew was available to us throughout our entire stay. I would highly recommend this place to everyone! You will love it!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfektes Landhaus abseits des Trubels
Sehr liebevoll restauriertes Landhaus mit sehr viel Platz. Ideal für Familien mit Kindern, schöner Pool und inmitten der Natur, trotzdem aber nur ein paar Minuten vom nächsten Supermarkt Kann ich nur empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus mit grandiosem Ausblick
Wir waren im August zu zwölft (drei Familien mit je zwei Kindern) in der Villa le Celle und waren begeistert von der Location. Die Lage in den Hügeln und der Blick ins Tal ist einfach nur schön. Das Haus ist mit viel Liebe und Blick zum Detail eingerichtet. Wir waren anfangs etwas unsicher, ob wir nicht das Meer vermissen würden. Aber die Lage in den Hügeln, zahlreich Ausflugsziele in der südlichen Toskana und der Pool haben uns das Meer keine Sekunde vermissen lassen. Mauro ist ein toller Gastgeber: aufmerksam, ständig ansprechbar und kümmert schnell sich um alle Fragen. Gesamtfazit: ein toller Urlaub in einer tollen Location.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.,

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fiftieth Anniversary
The property was lovely with many flowers in bloom. The house is a beautiful, very old house in the hills above Terontola. One of the kitchens is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and miscellaneous cooking needs. There were nine of us, so there was plenty of sleeping room. We ate all of our meals at a table right outside of the kitchen. The pool was very clean and great in the unseasonable heat. Mauro was a great host, was very responsive to all of our needs and even brought us vegetables from his garden. A trick is to keep all of the shutters closed during the day and then open them at night to let the cool air in. Then the house stays nice and cool during the day. We would go back again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Oakville, ON Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and airy family getaway with breathtaking views
Mauro was a great host, easy to communicate with and happy to help with anything we needed. The place is so lovely, a real Tuscan villa, traditionally finished and furnished, with 2 identical side by side 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom apartments with nice decor, comfortable beds and very clean.. Lots of outdoor eating and relaxing spaces, a great pool area, covered porches, ping pong table, trampoline ,( kids loved that) and remote enough to really enjoy time away from hustle and bustle. Terontola only 2 kms away, Lake Trasimeno and Cortona, a medieval gem of a hilltop town, both only 10 min away by car. Last 300 metres of road up to the property a bit rough and pot- holy but we got used to it, you just have to drive slowly for that farm road section! Clean air, olive groves and as a surprise a fantastic secret garden with an abundance of produce to pick that Mauro let us use. So great. Our family did a few close by day trips ( Perugia, Siena, Montalcino) but mostly we loved hanging out together at Celle del Farinaio. A great place to book your holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

noga s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation
The house was perfect. It is located in a beautiful spot. The location was very good for a star trip. The hostess was nice and generous. He kept surprising us with perfect pastry and more. We recommend this place very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

laurent v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best villa we’ve rented so far!!!
We very enjoyed our week in Cortona. Everything that you can read in the other comments are true. What we have liked the most was the loclation (no one around) the swimmingpool the pizza owen and the argentinian grill! It’s the perfect place to spend some time with your family or with some friends! We hope to come back next year! Thanks for your kindness Mauro and for making sure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Egon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heerlijk Toscaans huis met uitzicht
Heerlijk ruim authentiek Toscaans huis met grote tuin, goeie pizza oven en fijn zwembad. Zeer rustig gelegen en mooi uitzicht. Wij waren er alleen met ons gezin (5 personen) maar het huis is zeker geschikt voor grotere gezelschappen. Eigenaar Mauro is erg vriendelijk, gastvrij en behulpzaam. Minder dan 10 minuten rijden naar een grote supermarkt. Centrum van Cortona en meer van Trasimeno op een kwartiertje rijden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time in cortona
well kept and owner very responsive for all our needs.

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Villa
We were given a very warm welcome by the owner Mauro on arrival. The villa is in a very quiet and tranquil area with a lovely pool and view. We made good use of the bbq and pizza oven making our own pizzas one evening. Mauro left us a basket of his tomatoes and peppers and was an excellent owner leaving us to ourselves but giving lots of advice when we needed it. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Pieter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family holiday in Tuscany
We had a wonderful holiday with uour family. our two sons and theri wives, four grandchildren and some friends who stayed for 5 days. Upon arrival we were greeted by Mauro who explained the necessary details and gave us a run down of the area and the options for visits etc. The house was very homely, we had lots of space, seperate bedrooms for the children, lots of space outside to sit and have our meals. The area was very nice. we visited a number of interesting places, Lake Trasimeno, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Siena. All very interesting. We visited some lovely restaurants to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary and my 70th birthday. It was a real family get together, which is getting more and more difficult as eveybody is always so busy. But we managed to have 2 weeks of quality time together. And thanks to Mauro, who was always at hand with information, fruit from his garden and lovely wine, our stay stay at Villa Le Celle del Farinaio was a great succes. We will cherish this for a long time! Grazie mille Mauro!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

marianna c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the Hills of Cortona
The villa was a great place for our family of 10, consisting of grandparents, parents, and grandchildren (teenagers). The structure of the house was perfect for us - one building with 2 almost identical apartments, which connected. We were able to cook and eat together, outside most of the time, but also get away to have time alone. The property is on levels - house on one, gardens terraced and lower than the house, swimming pool above, and far enough away from the house so happy yells of the pool occupants were not heard. We ALL enjoyed the place and would have liked to remain longer. Cortona is a great location - in Tuscany, but so close to Umbria.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Lara I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Una semana en la Toscana
Ha sido una casa de mucho encanto con un dueño agradable y fácil de tratar. Hemos sido dos familias (13 personas), y la casa nos resultó perfecto porque en realidad son dos casas separadas, pero unidas a través de un balcón delante de la casa y otro detrás. Hemos utilizado solamente una cocina para todas las comidas. De la casa hemos podido ir a Siena, Pienza, Montepulciano (una hora más o menos de la casa) y a Firenze (hora y media). También hemos dedicado un unos días enteras a la villa, piscina, barbacoa (bistecca!) y cocinando con hierbas del jardín. Gracias, Mauro, por una estancia inolvidable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation Tuscany
The owner, Mauro is fantastic! He greeted us with a hug making us feel welcomed. He and his family baked pizza and salad on the day of our arrival. It was wonderful. For my grandson’s 18th birthday his wife baked a delicious tiramisu. The villa was great. The kids loved the pool, trampoline as well as the football table. All in all our entire family enjoyed our week’s stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Inge B.

Familievakantie in Farinaio
Geweldig huis (eigenlijk 2 aan elkaar met eigen voordeur), alles aanwezig, veel ruimte, prachtige grote tuin, gastvrije ontvangst en service. Handig om te weten: geen bakkertje of restaurantje op loopafstand, daardoor erg afhankelijk van auto (of fiets). Maar ja, dan zit je wel lekker midden in de heuvels met prachtig uitzicht!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., London Uk

Enchanting Villa!!
This is villa is well located close to Montepulciano, Assisi, Siena, Lake Trasimeno. The villa itself is very spacious with comfortable well decorated rooms. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we could think of. The deco is true Tuscany style. The gardens outside are beautifully landscaped with hide away corners. We used the fire places in the evenings which created an intimate atmosphere. We had a wonderful Tuscany meal prepared by Mauro and his family. Not to be missed.!! Don't have too much of the starter as the 5 course meal was very filling. Mauro is a very attentive and humble host. Nothing was too much to ask and he made our stay very comfortable. We took away memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you Mauro and your family. You are such nice people.

10/10 Excellent

Lydia R.

Charming house in lovely area
We had a fabulous fortnight at Le Celle del Farinaio. Mauro was a very helpful and generous host, with information on and suggestions about what to do in the area. He welcomed us with home grown tomatoes and pastries from the local bakery and delivered home grown figs no less than 3 times over our stay. When one member of our group asked if he could lend the a needle and thread he took their item away with him and returned with it fully repaired within the day. Any concerns/questions we had were answered or attended to immediately. He couldn’t have been more welcoming or helpful. The villa is actually 2 semi detached houses, each with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. However we used it as one and it didnt cause any problems as you could go from one to another both at the front and back of the property. We were 3 families with young children and there was plenty of space for us all. The open plan layout downstairs was perfect when preparing food. Each house also had a laundry room, one of which we used as a baby’s bedroom as there was plenty of room for a cot and it was nice and dark. The gardens were lovely with lots of different places to sit and enjoy the wonderful view. We all loved the pool, table tennis, table football, trampoline and pop up badminton. There were also a few pool inflatables and skittles so lots to keep us entertained. The children loved blackberry picking in the garden. The area felt a bit more off the beaten track than more central Tuscany and we enjoyed visiting the lake towns of Passignano sul Trasimeno and Castiglione del Lago. Cortona was lovely and Siena was roughly an hour away and an easy half day trip. The children loved the Waterpark near Monte san Savino half an hour away. We also enjoyed a pizza night at the house - Mauro and his family made lots of different pizza which we hadn’t tried before and they were really delicious. We would recommend confirming price etc before though as although we loved it it was more expensive than going to a restaurant. Overall we had a great time and would thoroughly recommend the villa. Mauro - Grazie per tutto. La casa e incantevole e sei stato molto generoso. Abbiamo passati una vacanza molto felice a Farinaio.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eileen O.

We spent 10 Wonderful days at this lovely property, enjoying the stunning views.
A perfect place to mix relaxation with travel adventures in Tuscany. Mauro was a kind and attentive host. We will always remember the special meals prepared in the outdoor hearth. An exceptional experience that created lasting memories.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Rob V.

Italian Villa
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa. From the moment we arrived, Mauro and his family welcomed us and made us feel very comfortable. We walked to the local shops, took day trips to the thermal springs, to Arezzo, Cortona and Orvieto, nowhere was really far away. Mauro's wife made us a lovely strawberry tart for our arrival and Mauro gifted us with some local pastries on our first morning. Fredrico ( Mauro's son ) cooked us pizza on our first night, as we were arriving quite late in the day. The pizzas were lovely and Fredrico is extremely talented but we were did feel the cost of this was quite high.... We should have confirmed a price beforehand. All in all, the Villa was perfect for our needs and Mauro and his family were very accommodating to our needs. We would certainly not hesitate to recommend this place to others.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Enzo C.

excelente estancia en la Villa de Mauro y familia
Volveríamos otra vez a esta Villa, muy bien ubicada para realizar paseos a los pueblos cercanos, muy cómoda y bien equipada, todo era como lo vimos en las fotos. Pasamos unos días maravillosos junto a mi familia y amigos. Federico el hijo de Mauro, nos cocinó pizzas a la piedra realmente buenas. Muy agradecidos de la hospitalidad recibida por parte de Mauro y su familia. Las vistas desde la piscina, hacia la campiña italiana, realmente dejan sin aliento. Nos gustaría volver en otra oportunidad

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