Villa Thania

The villa

Set in a stunning corner of Southern Tuscany, Villa Thania sits among olive trees with sweeping views across the Val di Chiana. Walking paths surrounding the property allow guests to explore the countryside straight from the doorstep. This beautifully restored 18th-century stone house accommodates up to 10 guests in five charming bedrooms. Each room is furnished with antique pieces typical of the region and benefits from its own en-suite bathroom, while the master bedroom features a luxurious roll-top tub. Four bedrooms are spread across two floors of the main villa, and the fifth sits privately in an annexe - ideal for guests seeking extra seclusion. The villa offers plenty of inviting spaces for guests to gather, including a cosy sitting room for relaxed evenings and a lovely limonaia, a wrought-iron conservatory perfect for enjoying the outdoors in any season with a glass of local wine. Outdoors, the villa’s garden is a peaceful haven with a refreshing private pool, sun loungers, and a terrace for al-fresco dining. Meals can be prepared either on the barbecue or in the fully equipped kitchen. Despite its rural tranquillity, Villa Thania is just 6km from the delightful town of Cortona, where you’ll find supermarkets, shops, cafés, and excellent restaurants. Rich in Etruscan and Renaissance history, Cortona is a wonderful place to explore. The villa is also well located for discovering Southern Tuscany and nearby Umbria, with day trips to Lake Trasimeno Regional Park, Perugia, Arezzo and Siena all easily within reach.

Set in a peaceful countryside location overlooking the Val di Chiana, Villa Thania is surrounded by walking and cycling paths, perfect for guests wishing to explore the landscape right from the doorstep. Just 6km away lies Cortona, famously featured in Under the Tuscan Sun. This charming hilltop town offers supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, a pharmacy and bank, as well as a wealth of historical attractions. Visitors can admire Renaissance buildings such as the Cathedral and Palazzo del Popolo, explore the Etruscan Academy Museum with its archaeological treasures, or visit the Diocesan Museum, home to artworks gathered from Cortona’s churches and convents. Lake Trasimeno (23km) is another wonderful day out. Italy’s fourth-largest lake offers sandy beaches, watersports including canoeing and sailing, and ferry trips to its three picturesque islands, each with castles and scenic walking routes. Wine lovers will enjoy Montepulciano (40km), home to some of Tuscany’s most prestigious vineyards and the famous vino nobile. The hilltown also boasts highlights such as the Duomo, Palazzo Comunale and the Torre di Pulcinella, where climbing the clocktower rewards visitors with sweeping countryside views. Arezzo (33km) is ideal for history and art lovers, featuring a 16th-century fortress, the Museo Archeologico Mecenate, the frescoes of the Basilica di San Francesco and the vaulted ceilings of its Cathedral. Further afield, Perugia (53km) offers medieval architecture and the celebrated Perugina Chocolate Factory and Museum - perfect for sweet-toothed visitors. Cheese enthusiasts may wish to visit Pienza (49km), renowned for its delicious Pecorino.