Villa di Piazzano

This ancient hunting manor offers elegant accommodation in Pergo, 10 minutes' drive from Cortona. The landscaped gardens include a terrace for al fresco dining, a pool and panoramic countryside views.

This family-run hotel still includes a number of the villa's original features and a selection of antique furniture. The best view can be admired from the reading room on the first floor.

Rooms at Piazzano are air conditioned and feature free Wi-Fi, Sky TV and a minibar. Wi-Fi is also available in all public areas, including the terrace.

L'Antica Casina di Caccia restaurant applies a 0-km philosophy, which means it uses only the freshest local ingredients. It specialises in Tuscan cuisine and homemade pasta. Meals are served out on the terrace overlooking the swimming pool.

Located in Pergo di Cortona on the border of Tuscany and Umbria, the villa offers free parking and is a 15-minute drive from Lake Trasimeno.

Rooms: 21
Rate: 129 - 510 EUR

Built by Cardinal Passerini in 1464, the Villa di Piazzano is classified as a historical estate. Completely restored and opened in 2001, the hotel now features 18 rooms, all elegantly furnished and air conditioned.

The pool has is immersed in a spectacular country setting and heated in the summer months to offer a comfortable temperature.

The hotel is family run and offers a personalised service of a high standard.

Children are most welcome at Villa di Piazzano. They can be catered for during meal times by offering simpler dishes which are not on the menu. The only restriction is a quiet period from 14:00 - 16:00 at the poolside during the siesta hours.

The rooms are all different and individually decorated. All rooms overlook different parts of the gardens and the surrounding hills.

The L'Antica Casina di Caccia restaurant offers an original menu, specialising in gourmet Tuscan cuisine.

The ingredients include local and fresh, the pasta is homemade.

The atmosphere is smart-casual, and dining mainly takes place on the terrace, overlooking the pool and Tuscan hills and countryside.

Special requests are taken into consideration for children and guests with dietary requirements.

The restaurant remains closed for both lunch and dinner every Tuesday.

The Villa di Piazzano is located in a pretty country setting just 5 km from the town of Cortona. The beauty of the natural environment in Piazzano is such that it is a protected area. There are good walking and biking trails that start from the Villa into the hills and nearby countryside.

Places of interest to visit within a one hour drive include:
Cortona; Pienza; Montepulciano; Siena; Chianti region; Perugia; Assisi; Deruta; Gubbio; Lake Trasimeno; and Arezzo.

From the Florence to Rome A1 autostrada exit at Bettolle-Valdichiana. After the toll booth turn right and follow the signs for Perugia. You will find yourself on a motorway heading for Perugia. Take the Castiglion del Lago exit and turn right towards Cortona. Pass the towns of Terontola and then Riccio, afterwhich turn right for Ossaia. Follow the road to the very end and turn right towards Mercatale. After approx. 4 km, at the end of the town of Pergo, turn right for Villa di Piazzano (road sign). Follow the main country road - the Villa is located at the very end of the cypress tree lined road. We highly recommend you arrive while there is still daylight and equip yourselves with a map of the area.

Please note that the restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.