Located outside the walled city of Cortona in the Tuscan countryside is Villa di Piazzano.
From the cypress lined driveway to the impressive entry gate this hotel is the place to stay if you are looking to be treated like lord of the manor. Built in the late 1500's and restored magnificantly by the owners this villa lacks nothing. Our upgraded suite overlooked acres of fields making us feel like we belonged. The room was very comfortable and large. The beautiful gards and large swimming pool are a restful respite from the fatigue of touring. There are several quiet sitting areas plus a bar. The restaurant is cozy with an inventive tuscan chef. The Italian morning breakfast is substantial - even bacon and eggs - made better by dining on the adjoining terrace outside. The walled city of Cortona is just minutes away. Montepulchiano and Pienza are also short drives away. The owners are available to discuss everything from local wines to the less visited sites in the area and the restoration of the property.

We stayed in 4 places this trip including a 5 star in Florence. This is by far the nicest place we stayed. The rooms are larger and nicer. The location is wonderful. Driving distance to wonderful cities in Tuscany and Umbria. The staff is helpful and know how to get you where you want to go. The chef is one of the best.
If you want to do Tuscany, stay here.
Steve and Glenda Siani

The Villa di Piazzano was perfect for our honeymoon stay. The Villa itself is beautiful and our room had tons of character and a fabulous view of the countryside. It looked like it was right out of the movie “Under the Tuscan Sun.” We had two of the best meals of our entire honeymoon in Italy and Greece at the hotel (the breakfasts are great too!). We can’t wait to return. Allesandra and her family were fabulous hosts. We got a tour of the property and every inch of it from the wine cellar to the pool is breathtaking. We would recommend it to anyone!

After looking in Tuscany for the perfect villa to have our daughter's wedding we choose Villa di Piazzano easily because it is so beautiful, small, intimate, friendly, and comfortable. Our hopes for the experience of a life time were realized. All our guests were very happy with everything from the comfort of their rooms, the setting of great beauty in the country side of eastern Tuscany, the fabulous food served outside under the sun or stars, the huge pool overlooking sunflower fields and olive trees, the gracious always ready staff, and the delicious wines of the area. Most importantly the tone is set by the owner of the hotel who she or her staff are always ready to be helpful and friendly. We were simply blown away by this gem that is hidden near the Umbrian border. It is also very reasonably priced. I give it the highest recommendation possible.