LeMarquis Luxury Villas: Tuscan Elegance in the Hills Above Cortona
Set between Cortona and Mercatale, this elegant Tuscan manor house defines the romance of rural Italy: secluded, beautifully restored and quietly luxurious, yet perfectly placed for exploring the historic towns, vineyards and villages of Tuscany and Umbria.
The house sits within 70 acres of private land, surrounded by meadows, olive groves, woodland walks and its own private lake. It is a retreat designed for those who want privacy, space and authenticity, without sacrificing comfort or style.
The approach is immediately evocative - Tuscany at its most cinematic: soft hillsides, silver-green olive trees, wisteria-draped terraces and long views towards distant castles on the hilltops. Yet for all its grandeur, the property has the warmth of a much-loved country house.
The house has been sensitively restored, preserving its wood beams, stone doorways, oak ceilings and antique details, while adding the comforts expected of a refined country retreat. Interiors by an international designer give the property a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere, with generous living spaces, a beautiful kitchen and dining room, a graceful drawing room, a study and an upstairs sitting room.
At the heart of outdoor life is the wisteria-covered loggia, where a large oak dining table overlooks the olive groves and the infinity pool below. Above it, an upstairs terrace with comfortable sofas provides a peaceful place to sit, sunbathe and enjoy panoramic views across the Tuscan hills.
Accommodating up to 12 guests in 7 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms, many featuring freestanding baths, walk-in showers and characterful antique pieces, each room has been individually styled to feel romantic, comfortable and deeply personal.
Days unfold easily here. The 12 x 6 metre heated infinity pool is set among the olive trees, with Wi-Fi available poolside and cool boxes provided for drinks. Guests can also enjoy tennis nearby, table tennis, boules and a badminton net on the back lawn with racquets and shuttlecocks.
Each morning, the housekeeper lays out a continental breakfast of fresh bread, croissants, pastries, jams, honey, fruit, and juice. Guests help themselves and make their own hot drinks, allowing the day to begin at a relaxed pace.
Additional services, including private chefs, extra housekeeping, wine tastings, cooking experiences and babysitting, can be arranged on request. Nearby, Cortona, Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, Montepulciano, Siena and Florence offer rich opportunities for culture, dining and day trips.
Yet the greatest luxury may be staying put - swimming beneath the olive trees, dining under the loggia, reading on the terrace and watching the light shift across the hills. Cortona Luxury is a private Tuscan world - elegant, secluded and effortlessly inviting
When you book your stay with us, no request is too extravagant. Cortona-luxury exemplifies our commitment to delivering the same lavish lifestyle service in all our destinations.
