I Palazzo di Chiantina has recently undergone sympathetic restoration, we have made every effort with the selection of the interior furnishings to ensure that they reflect local traditions whilst retain that important element of modern comfort. The vine covered pergola allows you to dine alfresco whilst enjoying the magnificent views. The villa is well located, 4km from the nearest village, Mercatale. Perugia, Cortona and Lake Trasemeno are all within travelling distance. Set in 2 hectares of private land, the gardens and terraces contain a variety of fruit trees, figs, walnuts, plum, almonds, olives and vines and you are welcome to help yourselves to their bounty (in season of course). There is a swimming pool again, with beautiful views and unusually for the area it is heated by solar panels. There is a shaded pergola by the pool with a sofa seating area as well as plenty of sun loungers. The outdoor terrace is covered in vine and wisteria creating a large, shady, scented (in May/June) eating area. Relax and enjoy the divine views, at night you may see the fireflies dancing and you’ll see exactly why the monks chose this spot.