This property, just outside the beautiful hill town of Cortona, is just what we imagined what Tuscany would be like. The house is set at the end of a small lane just a 5 minute drive outside the town walls, in the lovely green lands of the surrounding countryside. The view from the house is peaceful and beautiful; the house is charming and has been thoughtfully remodeled to keep both it’s ancient allure (it was most likely established in the 1100s!) and provides everything a modern house requires. The owners, Carla and Paolo, could not be more helpful or gracious. We simply loved it there. Walk 5 minutes to a wonderful restaurant, a little farther to a great store for wine and cheese and staples. It is just a few minutes away from the train station and a short drive to many other celebrated hill towns. At the end of the day, relax under the 200 year old vine, in the sun drenched courtyard, sip your favorite local Brunello or Nobile, and munch on bruschetta and truffle cheese. Live the dream of “Under the Tuscan Sun” set just a mile away. Its all here. We can’t wait to return.