At the centre of southern Tuscany, 5 km from the centre of Cortona, lies a stunning 447m² estate, set in over 5000m² of sun flowered gardens and olive trees. The intimate estate (only 4 apartments) lies on a small hill, and is surrounded by several acres of sunflower fields. As the property is only accessible by a private gated driveway, it offers a guarantee on privacy and calm while being close to the main road, and close to various airports at 1 – 2 H distance (Florence, Perugia, Rome, Pisa, etc). Each luminous apartment has a surface of 100-105 m², and has a private entrance with private terrace and with breath taking view on Cortona and the pool. Each apartment offers the possibility to accommodate a large modern kitchen, a dining corner, a spacious sitting room, 2 master bedrooms with connected and fully equipped bathrooms and a utility room on the same floor. The high ceiling up to 4.20m provide each apartment a spacious impression and a luxury feeling. Each property owner will have offers free access to the shared pool, pool house, covered parking spaces and surrounding gardens and olive trees. All needed facilities like grocery store, coffee shops, restaurants, bakery and shopping area are within short distance, as well as the cultural richness of the village of Cortona. The Podere, as well the surroundings will be constructed using the traditional high quality Tuscan materials, but with a contemporary finishing. Combining traditional and modern design will provide all comfort to enjoy an unforgettable journey. Reconstruction will start in June 2010 and will finish in fall 2011 at the latest. Payment terms are linked to key construction delivery milestones to take away any risks. The project developers are also co-owners of the building, a guarantee to quality finishing and professionalism. The project developer will take care of the facility management to maintain the property and support in renting the apartments later on. Are you interested in a unique investment opportunity? Are you interested in realizing a Tuscan dream while shaping it in your own style? Are you interested by calm, splendid views but at the same time wanting to stay close to all facilities you need, to be close to an airport? Then we have a project to build together!