From the second the gates close behind you, this lovely, spacious property starts to work its magic. Up the drive, you'll pass the little stone guesthouse to the right and looking up, see the outside balcony running the length of the main villa on your left. Park alongside beautiful grounds of olive and fruit trees and be drawn in by the meandering pathway up to the upper part of the gardens. Here, a private pool, pergola and pool house host sweeping views as you take in the whole of La Canutola from this enviable perch. Back down the path and up the stone steps, you'll enter the arched front door (noticing the outdoor pizza oven on your left). Step into the foyer and the open-plan space, impeccably restored using traditional wood beams, handmade tiles and terracotta, and local wrought iron. The high quality decor throughout the house is restrained to allow the natural stone window surrounds, wooden doors and terracotta floors take center stage. There are many beautiful dining spots to choose from ... the large modern kitchen with island, the indoor dining table, the spacious outdoor porch spanning the length of the first floor, or the romantic portico just off the kitchen. Every bathroom and bedroom is roomy and bright with views from every window of either the property, the Niccone Valley, or the surrounding forests, great for hiking or biking. You'll feel miles from anywhere yet are actually seconds from the borgo Lisciano Niccone, with bar, shops & pharmacy, and only a short drive either direction over the mountain to Tuscany's famous Cortona, or, to Umbria's Tuoro with breathtaking views overlooking Lago Trasimeno. If you're visiting in summer, the road through the Niccone Valley is flanked by fields of sunflowers. La Canutola is the perfect retreat to escape from the hustle of modern life, unwind and recharge. Its simplistic beauty is made more welcoming by the fact that this is a family home, so all the little things are provided to make your stay complete ~ from coffee maker to tea kettle, to pool and bath towels, games, books and uncluttered spaces for your own belongings. You'll feel immediately at ease by the inviting warmth of this splendid Italian retreat.
