Villa Santa Italy

Enjoy beautiful views of a medieval village from Villa Santa, a hilltop holiday villa in Tuscany. This converted stone farmhouse with a lovely veranda for al fresco dining or after-dinner drinks is within walking distance of picturesque Lucignano. Swim in a sparkling pool with beautiful stone deck and surrounding trees.
The villa’s ground floor includes a modern kitchen with a microwave, American coffee machine and oven and 4-ring gas hob. Relax in the open-plan dining room and lounge with a gorgeous wood and marble dining table for 6, a corner fireplace and a TV with DVD player. A wooden staircase leads to the two double bedrooms with a shared shower room on the first floor.
It’s a short walk to Lucignano’s charming concentric streets with interesting sights at every turn. Visit a small art museum with a striking golden tree and the 14th century church of St. Francis with frescoes by Bartolo di Fredi. The villa’s location between Arezzo and Siena places you near the vineyards and eateries of the Val di Chiana. Foodies will want to try the local specialty, Chianina beef.
Villa Santa is 100 km south of Florence’s airport, close to the E35 and other major roads. Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art and others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple but wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, and summer vacationers the sea coast and islands. Students come to learn the beautiful Italian language and culture.
From the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is possibly the greatest repository of art in the world, from extraordinary paintings and sculptures to frescoes and architectural masterpieces. This captivating region is a hub of Italian life, boasting the finest dining, the finest wines and breathtakingly picturesque scenery.
Villa Santa is located in Lucignano, an old medieval hamlet at the entrance of the Val di Chiana, close to various cities of art and culture in Tuscany and Umbria. It is only 20 km away from Cortona, 25 km from Arezzo, 45 km from Siena, 80 km from Florence, 60 km from Perugia, 75 km from Assisi and 60 km from Orvieto.
Lucignano is an ancient village in southern Tuscany located at the top of a gentle hill in Val di Chiana on the border between the provinces of Arezzo and Siena. It represents one of the most extraordinary examples of a medieval town with its concentric elliptical ring roads.
As guests walk in the maze of streets, they have a sense of fun where every corner is worth a visit and a photo. The upper area has the Town Hall with its museum full of precious objects, the Church of S. Francesco filled with frescoes by Bartolo di Fredi, the Collegiate Church and the Church of the Society of Mercy with its unique museum.
Lucignano is a favourable location in a dominant position 414 meters above sea level. The Val di Chiana is on the road between Siena and Arezzo. It is an area that has been of historical importance since ancient times. Today, the central location and proximity to major roads and railways makes it an extremely interesting starting point to visit the most important historical and artistic sites in central Italy.
The country still retains the charm of an ancient village that has preserved traditional agriculturel and craft. It offers visitors an exciting range of products: high-quality extra virgin olive oil, honey wine and Chianina meat.  The region is also famed for its furniture, carvings, ceramics and jewelry.
Location- Restaurants, shops and bank 700 meters from the house, a 5 minute walk- 20 km away from Cortona- 25 km from Arezzo- 45 km from Siena- 80 km from Florence- 60 km from Perugia- 75 km from Assisi- 60 km from Orvieto
At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. If there is anything you would like to arrange for your stay, please contact the Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can usually help you arrange any of the following:
– Cook/catering- Maid service/extra cleaning- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting service- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.