Description

Casale La Pietra is an elegant villa for sale in Cortona, nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany, in a setting of complete privacy and tranquility.

This charming historic residence, dating back to the 1800s, has been recently and meticulously restored, preserving the authentic character of traditional Tuscan architecture.

Location Near Cortona’s Historic Center

Located just a few minutes from the historic center of Cortona, one of the most iconic and beloved hill towns in Italy, the property is accessed via a scenic country road, approximately 2 km, that leads to a truly peaceful, untouched natural setting.

A Place of History and Creative Inspiration

Casale La Pietra is not only a prestigious residence but also a place steeped in cultural and creative history. Formerly owned by a world renowned Australian writer, over the years it has welcomed important figures from the worlds of art, cinema and spirituality.

Among the most notable guests is Federico Fellini, the legendary Italian film director, who found creative inspiration here in the serene, cinematic beauty of the Cortona landscape.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama is also said to have stayed nearby on a private visit, drawn by the deep peace and spiritual atmosphere of the surrounding hills.

Writers, directors and intellectuals have long chosen this location as a retreat to write, reflect and reconnect with nature. Today, the estate still carries that unique energy, one of light, silence and timeless inspiration.

Property Features

Bright, spacious interiors with traditional finishes, a living room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, study with large windows, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property also includes an internal stone staircase and external covered loggia, a private panoramic swimming pool, a manicured garden with olive trees, fruit trees and centuries old oaks, an underground garage, a multi purpose annex and utility rooms.

Ground and First Floor Layout

Ground floor: living room with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, one bedroom, bathroom, luminous study and storage room.

First floor: two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, plus an additional room used as a study or fourth bedroom, accessible via internal stairs and an external loggia.

Key Distances from Cortona

Cortona historic center: 5 km, 10 minutes. Perugia Airport (PEG): 60 km, 1 hour. Florence Airport (FLR): 120 km, 1 hour 30 minutes. Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): 220 km, 2 hours 30 minutes.

Camucia-Cortona train station: 10 km. A1 Motorway, Valdichiana exit: 25 km. Montepulciano: 35 km. Arezzo: 30 km. Lake Trasimeno: 25 km. Pienza/Val d’Orcia: 45 km. Florence: 1 hour 30 minutes. Rome: 2 hours 30 minutes.