Luxury Townhouse Palazzo in Cortona

Palazzo Passerini is a luxury Townhouse for exclusive-use for up to 6 guests, fully air-conditioned with fibre-optic Wifi, mobile booster and Sonos sound throughout. Inspired by true Tuscan spirit in the heart of Cortona.

Daily maid service is provided and a house manager is on hand to help you to make the most of your stay. There are 2 suites and further study room with 2 single beds, 2.5 bathrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, living room and private entrance.

Newly opened, Palazzo Passerini is a hidden gem nestled in the medieval town of Cortona, that invites up to six discerning travellers to experience a truly enchanting and very private retreat. With a rich history, exquisite architecture, and unparalleled hospitality, this exclusive palazzo offers a glimpse into the glorious opulence of a bygone era. The meticulously restored 15th-century palazzo seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern comforts. Air-conditioed rooms and suites are a testament to timeless elegance, featuring bespoke furniture, original features, exquisite attention to detail and breathtaking views of the surrounding rooftops and countryside. Spread across two floors the palazzo features two magnificent double suites, plus a twin room and study, two huge marble bathrooms, a bespoke handmade kitchen fully equipped with Smeg appliances, and an elegant sitting room.

Marialena, the house manager, is your daily point of contact and can help you plan trips itineraries, private chefs, tastings and other activities. All of the main rooms are air-conditioned and our Sonos sound system allows you to enjoy your own selection of music throughout the Palazzo. There are two Wifi systems (fibre optic and satellite) to ensure optimal connectivity and the local mobile signal is boosted by our own system. Smart TV's are provided in each suite with Sky TV with movies and sport. Additional services such as chef, driver and airport transfers can be arranged.

The interiors of Palazzo Passerini combine the finest traditional Italian craftsmanship with well-curated modern comforts, with solid wood doors, original terracotta floors, open fire places and original features. Palazzo Passerini is exclusively yours for a minimum of 2 nights and has plenty of space for 6 guests in the lap of luxury across 2 multi room suites.

Palazzo Passerini is a very private, luxurious residence in the heart 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).

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.

La Loggia Suite and Il Salone 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 .

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.

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

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.

RESIDENZA 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 toilet. 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

IL SALONE

‘Il Salone’, or the living room is a beautiful room on the ground floor, just off the hallway. The large stone fireplace complements terracotta floors and ceiliOn your arrival at Palazzo Passerini, a welcome pack including bread, butter, tea, coffee (coffee machine), eggs, olives, milk, and other essentials will be waiting for you. If there's anything particular you would like to have on your arrival, let us know, and we can easily arrange itr 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 (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.

LOCATION

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 brimming with history and culture and Palazzo Passerini is at the centre of its beating heart.