Notes from the host
Cortona (147032001)
Casa Cristina is a nice holiday home with WiFi internet. The property can accommodate up to four people comfortably. Conveniently located 7 km (4 mi) from Cortona, Italy in the tourist area "Cortona And Surroundings" and only 34 km (21 mi) from Arezzo.
Casa Cristina is the annex of a larger villa where the owners live, but at the same time it's totally independent and exclusively for the use of guests with private garden and pool only available to occupants of the cottage.
What to Expect
After arriving you will be greeted by the owner or manager where you’ll find a nice clean well-maintained property with views of the mountains and the hills perfect for a splendid holiday in Tuscany. Regardless of how you spend your days - sightseeing, shopping, visiting museums or just driving in the countryside, when you arrive home you can relax with your family and friends at the pool for a perfect ending to another day in Tuscany. Dining with friends and family is a big part of the Tuscan culture. Take advantage of the well-equipped kitchen to prepare meals using local produce while on your holiday. The kitchen includes coffee machine, microwave, toaster, stove and refrigerator, as well as, plenty of tableware and cutlery for up to four people. Dine 'al fresco' like a real Tuscan, the fully furnished terrace is the ideal setting to enjoy food, family and the beautiful Tuscan weather.
Visit the Area
Most people enjoy visiting close-by cities and towns while on holiday, so for your reference this is a list of popular places with distances (as the crow flies) from the property: Arezzo 34 km (21 mi), Montepulciano 37 km (23 mi), Perugia 59 km (37 mi), Montalcino 71 km (44 mi) and Gubbio 75 km (47 mi).
Some other major tourist destinations you should consider visiting are: Florence 128 km (80 mi), Viareggio 222 km (138 mi), Forte Dei Marmi 229 km (142 mi), Rome 217 km (135 mi), Venice 378 km (235 mi) and Milan 421 km (262 mi).
Additional Information
Pets Welcome - If your pet is travelling with you on holiday that is not a problem at Casa Cristina. If you have a large dog or multiple pets, please ask for permission prior to booking.
Check-In Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Check-Out Time: 08:00 - 10:00
Pool Open: 1 May - 30 September (If you'd like the pool open outside these dates, please make that request prior to booking)
Nearest Airports (distances as the crow flies): Firenze Peretola (flr) 142 km (88 mi), Pisa (psa) 203 km (126 mi), Bologna (blq) 223 km (138 mi), Roma Ciampino (cia) 226 km (140 mi) and Roma Fiumicino (fco) 238 km (148 mi).
Special Services
Cooking Lessons - If you're interested in learning more about Tuscan cooking, ask about the cooking lessons that can be organized at the property. It's a fun way to spend time with friends and family while learning the techniques vital to master Tuscan cuisine. For more details and the supplemental cost, please contact us.
Professional Chef - Are you looking for a real treat during your vacation? Why not book a professional chef to prepare and serve you a mouth-watering meal using local produce? The chef will organize the meal based on your preferences and dietary requirements. The chef will offer advice for the various courses and the wine. Ask for more details and the additional costs.
Tours - Custom tours can be scheduled by the owner for your group. For more details about the tours offered, speak to the owner when you arrive or ask prior to booking. The cost will vary depending in the individual tour and number of people.
Baby Sitting - A babysitter can be arranged at Casa Cristina. If you're traveling with kids and would like some alone time, speak to the owner directly about this option upon arrival.
Owner Assistance - Since the owner lives nearby, he is always available to offer advice and suggestions during your visit. In case you need assistance, it's nice to have someone available to help. In any case, the owner will always respect your privacy.
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
There is an external laundry room with 2 washing-machines.
Ground Floor
Including: kitchen + living room, bedroom, bathroom.
Kitchen + living room: well equipped kitchen, dining table (people: 4), fridge, freezer, microwave, stove top, oven, toaster, italian coffee machine, american coffee machine, sofa bed, WIFI internet, mosquito net, satellite tv, exit to the garden.
Bedroom: double bed, WIFI internet.
Bathroom: basin, toilet, bidet, shower, WIFI internet.
Additional Areas
Including: terrace, garden.
Terrace: al fresco dining, dining table (people: 4), barbecue, terrace furniture, four sunbeds.
Garden: swimming pool, shower, WIFI internet, al fresco dining, dining table, garden furniture, sunbed, fenced.
Available to all guests: garden.
Garden (100 m2): barbecue, al fresco dining, dining table (people: 4), garden furniture, fenced, enclosed property.
The following might be to be paid extra: Extra Cleaning, Final Cleaning, Heating, Pet, Refundable Security Deposit, Tourist tax.
