Villa Laura
Europe / Italy / Tuscany
Nestled on a hill just 3 minutes outside the ancient town walls of Cortona lies Villa Laura.
Overview
Villa Laura is a beautifully restored 17th century estate just outside the walls of Cortona, Tuscany. The property dates back to 600 AD and built on over the centuries. There are three buildings, the Villa, Farmhouse and Limonaia. It is the perfect place for a family holiday, private party, romantic wedding or corporate event.
In 2003, known as Bramasole, it was the set for the famous film "Under the Tuscan Sun". It was bought in 2006, lovingly restored and is now one of the most beautiful villas to rent in Cortona. Just like Diane Lane, you won't want to go home!
We’re not a hotel, but we do provide the best bits! You’ll find fluffy bathrobes, slippers and the finest Egyptian cotton linens, together with fabulous Italian products for each bathroom. There is a housekeeper every morning to tidy, make beds and ensure you have all you need for the perfect, relaxing stay.
A welcome hamper greets you on arrival with local specialties and a few treats to settle you in. You’ll find ipod docking stations, a games room with full size pool table and selection of board games, large open fires, cozy sofas and beautiful terraces. A large hammock lies under the fruit trees, perfect for an afternoon siesta! Our organic vegetable garden is available for guest use throughout the year as are our home made products, jams, passata, sauces, and oils. The wine cellar is stocked and Jacuzzi up to temperature, all you have to do is relax and enjoy!
There are three main buildings on the estate, sleeping a total of 20 people (plus infants sharing rooms) in 10 en-suite bedrooms. The Villa, The Farmhouse and the Limonaia. Originally the Farmhouse was used as housing for the animals and farm workers, the Limonaia was built to keep the citrus plants over winter and the Villa was for the family. Today, all three buildings have been restored into luxury accommodation. Every room has a beautiful view over the gardens up to Cortona or over the olive groves and across the valley. All are fitted with air conditioning, hair dryers, a selection of luxurious natural Italian products, bathrobes, slippers and sheets of the highest quality Egyptian cotton.
The Villa
The Villa is suited to accommodate ten guests in five bedrooms. There are four rooms on the first floor which are the largest, each one approximately 25 square meters, three with bath and shower and one with just a shower. There is a further bedroom on the ground floor which is slightly smaller at 15 square meters with a bath and a shower. These rooms all have beautiful views, either out over the garden up to Cortona or over the valley. Each room is individually designed featuring antique furniture, hand woven Busatti fabrics, beautiful travertine stone for the bathrooms and the highest quality bed linen. All rooms in the Villa have king size beds.
The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse is suited to accommodate eight guests in four bedrooms. Three of the rooms are approximately 15 square meters and one slightly larger at approximately 25 square meters. There is one room that can be made into a twin, two with queen size beds and one with a king size. All have their own en-suite bathrooms, two with a bath and a shower and two with just a shower. These rooms all have beautiful views over the garden. As in the Villa, each room is individually designed featuring antique furniture, hand woven Busatti fabrics, beautiful travertine stone for the bathrooms and the highest quality bed linen.
The Limonaia
The Limonaia is a double suite with an en-site shower room, living area with double sofa bed and a private terrace with beautiful views out over the valley. This room as been carefully designed using colours from the original 17th Century fresco which covers the dome ceiling of the living room. Soft pinks, turquoise, and creams make this a very relaxing special place to stay. With it's own private terrace you have complete privacy from the rest of the garden.
Amenities
10 Bedrooms, 10.5 Bathrooms
Sleeps 20 Guests
Details
Bathroom Details
All bathrooms have hairdryers
Staff and Services
Daily housekeeping
Mid-week linen change
Location Details
Perugia airport - 40 minute drive
Florence airport - just over an hour
Arezzo - 25 minute drive
Assisi - 45 minute drive
Montepulciano - 20 minute drive
Perugia - 30 minute drive
Rome - 2 hour drive
Siena - 45 minute drive
Villa Notes
Please note: The drive is narrow and the exit onto the road too sharp to make a turn. The max size is a 19 seater bus
Wi-Fi throughout the property (European voltage and an adapter is required)
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Travel Dates | Bedrooms | Min. Night Stay | Nightly Rates |
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December 14, 2024 - January 04, 2025
Christmas/ New Year's |
10 | 7 | 11,500 Club Points * |
*Club Points above are based on approximate currency conversion. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please confirm rate and currency with your Villa Specialist at time of booking.
€2,000
One week during high season, shorter stays may be accepted in other periods upon request. Minimum night stay may vary by villa. Please contact a villa specialist to confirm.
Exclusive Offers
Presidential Owners now receive up to $175 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $100 |
5+ Nights | $175 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Executive Owners now receive up to $100 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $50 |
5+ Nights | $100 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Chairman's Club Owners now receive up to $250 Destination Dollars when booking a Villas of Distinction property with Club Points.
Number of Nights | Destination Dollar Amount |
1-4 Nights | $150 |
5+ Nights | $250 |
You can use your Destination Dollars to enhance your stay. Once the property of your choice is booked, your personal Concierge will coordinate and schedule eligible experiences for your stay, giving you more time to spend with family.
Destination Dollars are Valid for select prepaid services only. Minimum night stay requirement may apply. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused Destination Dollars is nonrefundable. Destination Dollars cannot be applied toward booking value. Destination Dollars may not be combined with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply. Access to the Vacation Homes is made available through the Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program and is subject to the terms and conditions as outlined in the applicable Abound by Marriot Vacations™ exchange program documents. Actual experiences will be provided via contractual arrangements with third-party providers and may require the payment of additional fees. The experiences described herein are examples of potential vacation opportunities and are subject to change.
Location
Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our villa rental specialists.