RELAX IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE PALAZZO
IN THE HEART OF CORTONA
Welcome to Palazzo Passerini! A luxury air-conditioned townhouse in the heart of Cortona, where Under the Tuscan sun was filmed. We’re sure you’ll be enchanted by the palazzo’s understated luxury as soon as you walk through the solid wood doors, step onto the terracotta floors and admire the restored interiors and original features. Palazzo Passerini is exclusively yours for a minimum of 3 nights and has plenty of space for 6 guests in the lap of luxury across 2 suites.
Our location couldn’t be better; we are less than a minute’s walk from Piazza della Repubblica and Via Nazionale where locals gather to chat, shop, laugh and enjoy a campari soda, cappuccino or glass of prosecco.
Cortona is a vibrant walled town in Tuscany brimming with history and culture and Palazzo Passerini is at the centre of its beating heart.
RELISH THE LUXURY OF SPACE AT PALAZZO PASSERINI, A LUXURY AIR-CONDITIONED TOWNHOUSE IN CORTONA, ITALY
ENJOY
BESPOKE
INTERIORS
AND LAVISH
BATHROOMS
Palazzo Passerini is a very private, air-conditioned, luxurious townhouse residence in the centre of Cortona.
Our gorgeous Palazzo features 2 suites, (one with two bedrooms) and study/dressing room, 2 huge marble bathrooms, a fully-fitted handmade kitchen fully-equipped with Smeg appliances, an elegant sitting room, and a private entrance, making it perfect for two couples or a family of four (or up to 6 guests in total).
Luxury hotels Tuscany
There’s no other place like Palazzo Passerini in terms of luxury, space, exclusivity and privacy. The interiors have been carefully designed in collaboration between architect owners and local artisans combining the finest traditional Italian craftsmanship and well-curated modern comforts ensuring your stay in Cortona is a memorable one.
YOUR JEWEL IN THE
HEART OF CORTONA
LIVE THE RENAISSANCE SPIRIT
SURROUNDED BY MODERN COMFORTS
including boosted WiFi and Air-conditioning
La Loggia Suite and Il Salone at Palazzo Passerini are drenched in sunlight throughout the day. Come the evening help yourself to a drink from the fully-stocked honesty bar and head to the first floor to enjoy far-reaching, mesmerising views of Cortona’s rooftops as the sunsets over the Tuscan hills and valleys .
A luxury air-conditioned townhouse that blends ancient and modern
the perfect Tuscany experience in one of the prettiest cities in Italy
Sink into the comfort and the pampering softness of our bed linens, woven locally by the world-famous Busatti factory (1842) which is just a 45 minutes scenic drive from Cortona and well worth a visit.
Less is more at Palazzo Passerini where each picture and piece of furniture has been carefully chosen by the owners to create a feeling of luxury that is natural and homely rather than contrived. A stay at Palazzo Passerini is all about you; you may want to simply be, enjoy Cortona, relax by the fire and cook up a feast in our handmade kitchen. Or, you may be here to explore Tuscany and the surrounding hilltop towns, the choice is yours.
LUXURY IS AN EXPERIENCE,
NOT A POSSESSION
WE INVITE YOU TO FEEL THE DIFFERENCE
EXPLORE OUR
SUITES
The suites at Palazzo Passerini are filled with hand-made furniture, antiques, bespoke beds and original artwork, carefully chosen by the architect owners. Here at Palazzo Passerini, history and art have made their home and filled every corner with tales to tell. Now it’s your turn to live in luxury – surrounded by original features, thick stone walls, terracotta floors, steeped in history in the heart of Cortona.
LOGGIA
SUITE
Two-bedroom Air-Conditioned Suite
This spectacular air-conditioned suite on the first floor has a beautiful view of the Tuscan hills, walls, and streets that date back to the Middle Ages through the delicately hand-painted original shuttered windows. There’s a romantic corner with an original stone open fireplace, the perfect spot for an aperitivo.
The Loggia suite combines the finest in Italian craftsmanship with the latest in modern technology, creating a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. From the large super king four-poster bed to the sumptuously appointed marble bathroom, this state-of-the-art Italian suite has been crafted to make your stay perfect.
This luxury suite has 2 additional beds in an adjoining air-conditioned room that can be made up as a double or twin, ideal for 2 children or 2 friends rather than a couple. This room shares a bathroom with the Loggia Suite and is only accessed through the Loggia Suite through a dressing room/study.
Features
- Room size: 7.72 x 6.07 m (25 x 20 ft)
- Study Room: 4.74 x 3.63 m (15 x 12ft)
- Extra Bedroom: 4.21 x 4.74 m (14 x 15 ft)
- Bathroom: 2.3 x 4.68 m (7 x 15 ft)
- A super king-size bed
- Air-conditioning
- A stone fireplace
- Panoramic view
- A bath and a walk-in shower
- A double marble-topped basin with cabinetry painted in Farrow and Ball
Amenities
- Bed linens are woven locally by the world-famous Busatti factory (1842)
- A large TV with SKY (including SKY Sports)
- Fibre optic cable internet with speeds up to 100Mb
- A satellite WiFi backup system
- A mobile signal booster
- A SONOS sound system
- Exclusive use of the Palazzo including sitting room and kitchen
- An honesty bar featuring a variety of local and international beverages
- Locally produced bathroom products
Services
- Welcome drinks & snacks
- Welcome basket; milk, bread, butter and a selection of local produce
- Basic stocks in the kitchen; condiments, spices, etc
- Bottled water
- WiFi
- Housekeeping services
- Choice of feather and down pillows or hypo-allergenic pillows available.
- Daily maid service for 1 hr (11:00-12:00 or by arrangement), bedlinen is changed on request, for a 3-night stay.
RESIDENZA
SUITE
One Bedroom Air-Conditioned Suite
Residenza Suite is on the ground floor of Palazzo Passerini off the magnificent Salone. Bright and airy this air-conditioned suite overlooks a quiet medieval street and boasts a bespoke super king-size bed, antiques and contemporary lighting. The spacious bathroom has a large walk-in marble shower, terracotta floors, double basins and a separate loo. The heated towel rails keep your fluffy Busatti towels warm and ready for you as you step out of the enamel roll-top bath next to the Farrow and Ball radiator.
Our bed linens are woven by the renowned Busatti factory in neighbouring Anghiari – famous for the best and most luxurious fabrics, towels and bed linen
Features
- Room size: 4.93 x 3.73 m (16 ft x 12ft)
- Bathroom & Dressing Area: 4.94 x 4.20 m (16ft x 14ft)
- A super king-size bed
- An original enamel bath that has been refurbished
- Farrow and Ball radiator
- Air-conditioning
- A spacious tiled double walk-in shower and double marble-topped basins
- Located next to the sitting room
Amenities
- Bed linens are woven locally by the world-famous Busatti factory (1842)
- Fibre optic cable internet with speeds up to 100Mb
- A satellite WiFi backup system
- A mobile signal booster
- Access to the fully equipped kitchen
- A SONOS sound system in the sitting room
- Exclusive use of the Palazzo including sitting room and kitchen
- Locally produced bathroom products
Services
- Welcome drinks & snacks
- Welcome basket; milk, bread, butter and a selection of local produce
- Basic stocks in kitchen; condiments, spices, etc
- Bottled water
- WiFi
- Housekeeping services
- Choice of feather and down pillows or hypo-allergenic pillows available.
- Daily maid service for 1 hr (11:00-12:00 or by arrangement), bedlinen is changed on request, for a 3-night stay.
IL SALONE
‘Il Salone’, or the drawing room is a beautiful room on the ground floor of Palazzo Passerini, just off the hallway. The large stone fireplace complements terracotta floors and ceilings whilst modern handmade sofas by Tosconova are covered in soft lavender-coloured fabrics and cushions by Busatti.
A handmade stone table seats 6 in the light-filled corner of the room, the perfect spot for dining, catching up on emails, playing cards or quietly contemplating life. Listen to your favourite playlist through the SONOS sound system, easily paired with your phone. Help yourself to a drink from the honesty bar and watch the world go by on Via Roma below through the handpainted shutters.
LA CUCINA
La Cucina has been created with the finest chefs in mind – from the marble worktop and the handmade wooden cupboards to the top-of-the-range appliances by Smeg, including a pizza stone in the oven.
The seven-hob range cooker features sealed gas burners and there’s an integrated fridge, freezer and ice maker – essential for your evening drink!
A welcome pack including bread, butter, tea, coffee (both cafetière and coffee machine), eggs, olives, milk and other essentials will be waiting for you on your arrival at Palazzo Passerini and if there’s anything particular you would like to have on your arrival let us know and we can easily arrange.
If you would like a private chef to cook you breakfast, lunch or dinner please request at the time of booking. The chef can also provide cooking demonstrations and lead you around the food market.
FEED YOUR SOUL WITH A TRIP
TO A MEDIEVAL CITY WITH
A MAGICAL SETTING
A PLACE FOR THE SPIRIT TO SET FREE
Cortona’s ancient cobbled streets will seduce you the moment you arrive. This town, inhabited since the Etruscan period, was a backdrop for the film “Under The Tuscan Sun”. Surrounded by the rolling green hills of Tuscany, Cortona is one of the oldest walled towns in Italy and offers a unique cultural experience.
Exquisite wines, the freshest ingredients, and service with a smile… the air, the views, the pastries…la dolce vita.. Tuscany is a place where life moves at a slower pace, where luxury is time.
EXPERIENCE THE
LUXURY OF AN
ITALIAN MEAL
AT ITS FINEST
Live like a local and head to Bar Signorelli in Piazza Signorelli for a traditional Italian breakfast of cornetto (croissant) with an espresso or cappuccino whilst enjoying the animated chatter of local Italians.
There are so many great restaurants in Cortona that you might find it challenging to choose between cooking in Palazzo Passerini’s bespoke kitchen and enjoying a plate of homemade pasta or perfectly cooked tagliata just a short stroll away. Palazzo Passerini is a perfect location for anyone looking for an authentic experience and a taste of Tuscany.
We’re happy to make reservations and recommend our favourite restaurants and bars.
Time is a luxury. Enjoy it at Palazzo Passerini a luxury air-conditioned townhouse in Cortona.
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