Casa Fabiana, Cortona, Italy

Located on a hilltop with fabulous 360° views out over the surrounding countryside, an exquisitely designed and beautifully maintained residential complex with landscaped grounds, mature olive trees and a stunning swimming pool 8 x 20 metres.

The residence is accessed by an impressive cyprus-lined driveway, automatic gates suspended on beautifully crafted stone columns and gravelled driveways. On entering the grounds one is immediately transfixed by the elegant layout and the stunning views from each quarter.

There are 5 large ex-farmhouses on the estate, some privately owned and others divided into smaller units such as this lovely semi-detached house of 130 sqmts . The whole property has been restored to perfection with only the highest quality reclaimed materials used and all of them in keeping with the classical and traditional Tuscan style.

The layout of the house is as follows: On the ground floor – entrance hallway, open plan living/dining and kitchen with stone fireplace and study/guest bedroom with bathroom. On the first floor two large and light bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, one with both a Jacuzzi and mezzanine/loft space.

Externally, the property has a large private garden of 700 sqmts which enjoys a spectacular view out over the rolling hills of the Valdichiana and towards the town of Foiano.

The developer who orchestrated the restoration of the complex is a ‘maestro’ in his own right and has a solid reputation in the area for having constructed two other equally beautiful developments which are all excellently and competently managed.

The advantage to buying a home within a residential complex, is the knowledge that the property is secure and looked after in one’s absence. More interestingly perhaps is the social aspect which has provided much pleasure and an immediate sense of belonging to many.

Nearest local shops: Fratta 10 mins
Nearest towns: Foiano 15 mins, Camucia di Cortona 15 mins, Cortona 20 mins, Castiglion Fiorentino 20 mins.

Nearest airports: Perugia 50 mins, Florence 1 hr 15 mins, Rome 1hr 45 mins.

THE UNIQUENESS OF CORTONA 

Each year, visitors arrive in Cortona and are enchanted by its beauty, its vibrancy and its eclectic mix of both Italian and international residents. It sits on a hillside dominating the vast expanse of the Valdichiana and enjoys spectacular views over the plains towards Montepulciano and Lake Trasimeno. It has an excellent infrastructure with two main line rail stations (Rome-Florence-Milan) and access to all major motorways. Perugia airport is 40 minutes away, Florence 1hr 30 minutes, Pisa, Bologna and Rome approx. 2 hrs. Cortona has a very high percentage of return visitors, many of whom have bought property and all of whom cite the same mantra – ‘Cortona has something special’. Maybe this is because of its rich cultural season of theatre, literary recitals, art shows, photographic exhibitions and music festivals, with many events based on the culture of ‘slow food’ gastronomy combined with fine wines. Or maybe its because of its vicinity to Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino, Val d’Orcia, Florence, Gubbio, Perugia, Assisi, etc, all within a radius of 90 minutes or less. The Maremma and its beautiful coastal towns are less than a two hour drive. More probably it is because Cortona has intelligently embraced the challenge of modern times. Unlike so many ancient Italian towns destroyed by mass tourism and/or unchecked building regulations, Cortona has not compromised its authenticity, even in the aftermath of Under the Tuscan Sun, the famous book made into a film by the writer Frances Mayes. As any visitor will attest, it has a vitality and sense of purpose that sweeps you off your feet. Cortona International looks forward to introducing you to the area: to the town itself, but also its surrounding countryside which ranges from rural and peaceful mountainside, to classic hillside and to cultivated farmland areas, all of which abounds with olive groves, vineyards and spellbinding views. By specialising in this small niche of Tuscany, not only does Cortona International ensure a trouble-free purchase, but we are also able to offer a host of post purchase services which allow us to take care of your interests from the day you buy until the day you may choose to sell.  

About Cortona International

In a unique collaboration, Cortona International offers its clients a team of English speaking professionals whose individual strengths provide specialist knowledge in all aspects of buying or selling a property. We also offer a post-purchase property and rental management service for international buyers who may be absent for part of the year.

SURVEYS

• We do our UTMOST to do pre-marketing checks on our properties in order to ascertain their compliance status.
• This does not necessarily mean they are compliant (many owners are resistant to regularising their properties until they have a firm offer), but it does mean we have a complete picture for you, know what the owner must do in order to obtain compliance and the timelines in which this can be done. 
• A survey of your own should confirm our findings.

CONVEYANCING

• We work together with the registered Italian notary regarding the preparation and drawing up of all and any contracts. 
• English translations and/or an interpreter are provided.
• All money deposits are held in escrow by the notary until completion.

VIEWINGS

• We collaborate with international and local agencies in the area and can organise and accompany you on viewings of properties also listed by them.  This is done on a split commission basis and at no extra cost to you.

DOCUMENTATION

• We will supply you with all paperwork pertaining to a property when you view it. 
• We will also calculate all costs relative to the purchase (notary fees, purchase taxes etc…), future council taxes and overheads and, in advance of any commitment to a purchase, complete estimates for any works you might wish to do. 

POST-PURCHASE SERVICES

• We offer, together with our partners, a full range of post-acquisition services:  General caretaking & maintenance; organisation of projects & permissions, renovations & small building works and a rental management service for people wishing to rent out their properties.

The agency is registered at the Chamber of Commerce in Arezzo and has been a member of FIAIP (Federation of Professional Itali