Relais Il Falconiere
Surrounded by olive trees and vineyards in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, the Relais Il Falconiere stands on a hill around Cortona, at about 3 km from the city centre.
Splendid seventeenth-century mansion wisely restored, owned since 1860 by the Baracchi family, reflects the simple and refined style of the ancient Tuscan residences with its antiques, frescoes on the walls, hand-made fabrics and wrought iron beds.
The 22 rooms, elegantly furnished according to the regional style, overlook the lush countryside of Cortona. Some are located in the Villa, some are adjacent to the Chapel, and others in the Cottage, and offer their guests the most modern comforts. Classic rooms, simple and refined, overlook the garden or the hills. On request, they can accommodate a third person (with an extra charge of €60,00 p.p.).The 2 Deluxe rooms are in two different sides of the Relais; have a relaxation area and a Jacuzzi. Each of the 4 Junior Suites has a unique and special decor, all have the bedroom, a living room, a bathroom with Jacuzzi. From the garden with sun deck there is direct access to 3 Suites, consisting of a bedroom, separate living room and two bathrooms, one with Jacuzzi.
Surrounded by the beauty of nature, the Thesan Etruscan Spa becomes a timeless place where you will find yourself back and then get lost between massages, beauty treatments, baths and well-being paths. Assistants and experts of the wellness, will advise and guide you on this journey, according to your particular needs and inclinations.
The restaurant staff, proud of 1 Michelin Star, obtained from the ancient lemon house will be happy to make its guests enjoy the best of traditional Tuscan cuisine, deeply tied to the land and its traditions, with dishes prepared with only fresh and genuine products. Guests are welcomed in this journey at the discover of the flavours of Tuscany in three delightful rooms: the first and largest, called "La Limonaia" can accommodate up to 60 people and the other, "the Hall of Clocks" (Sala degli Orologi), with a single table, and the third, more intimate, with only 5 tables. During warm periods, the splendid panoramic terrace will receive guests for romantic dinners by candlelight. The dishes will be accompanied by fine wines, among which are also those produced by the same winery of the Baracchi family. Upon request, it is possible to book the half board (with a minimum stay of 3 nights) with an extra charge of €70,00 p.p. (drinks not included).
Guests can relax with a drink by the pool, the terrace or in the garden, enjoying the tranquillity of the countryside, in harmony with the surrounding nature and far from everyday stress. A stroll through the vineyards followed by a wine tasting is a great way to meet more closely the secrets of this earth; it is possible to participate to the tour of the vineyards of the area lasting six days. Il Falconiere offers nature walks, visits to local markets, sports activities in the nearby village. The cooking lessons will help to better understand and appreciate local products, which are a basic aspect of local tradition.
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