Cortona, Tuscany 52044

A noble historic residence in the heart of Cortona Located along Via Guelfa, a short walk from Piazza della Repubblica and Cortonas historic town hall, Palazzo Petrella is an exceptional residence inside one of the citys most prestigious historic buildings. With a surface of about 205 m² on the noble floor, the apartment fuses the character of a Tuscan aristocratic home with the comfort and refinement of a contemporary restoration carried out with care. A palace rooted in Cortonas history Palazzo Petrella is deeply linked to Cortonas cultural and political history. The building still houses an extraordinary historical library containing parchment and paper codices from the 15th century, as well as three handwritten volumes documenting Cortonas ancient statutes. These archives testify to the importance of the family responsible for the palaces construction and its prominent role within the city. The residence stands next to the prestigious Palazzo Baldelli, a 15th-century building today hosting the Hotel San Michele and recognized as a National Monument. Once integrated into the city walls and subsequently transformed into an aristocratic residence, Palazzo Baldelli has been tied to the Baldelli family since 1410. This exceptional architectural context places Palazzo Petrella among Cortonas most historically significant addresses. A stately residence on the noble floor A representative entrance leads to the apartment, where generous proportions and elegant interiors preserve the atmosphere of a private, prestigious residence. The property benefits from two independent entrances, a particularly rare feature inside the historic center. This configuration offers notable flexibility, allowing the residence to function as a single prestigious home or to provide separate spaces for guests, private accommodations, or professional use. The interiors extend over about 205 m² and include elegant salons, three bedrooms and three bathrooms. A restoration guided by authenticity The apartment has undergone a complete conservative restoration designed to preserve the buildings original identity. Traditional terracotta floors have been carefully maintained and are paired with a refined herringbone parquet made from three different wood varieties. This combination creates a refined dialogue between historic materials and contemporary craftsmanship. Each intervention was undertaken with respect for the buildings architectural heritage, giving rise to a residence that feels authentic rather than rebuilt. Three individually characterized bedrooms The master bedroom occupies what was once a noble alcovean intimate architectural space elegantly adapted to modern life. A custom walk-in closet was integrated into the original layout, while an ancient fireplace, perfectly preserved, remains a distinctive feature of the room, lending warmth, character, and a strong sense of history. A second bedroom also retains its historic fireplace, giving the space a unique identity rarely found in modern residences. A third bedroom and three bathrooms complete the private area, offering comfort and flexibility for family members and guests. Two historic fireplaces Among the residences most distinctive features are its two original fireplaces. Rather than merely decorative, they are an integral part of the apartments history and reveal the old layout of the noble residence. Their preservation contributes to the interiors atmosphere and reinforces the link between the contemporary dwelling and its aristocratic past. Exceptional location on Via Guelfa Living on Via Guelfa means living Cortona from its historic and cultural heart. Piazza della Repubblica, the Town Hall and the Signorelli Theatre are all within a short walk, along with the citys restaurants, traditional shops, art galleries and architectural monuments. The entire historic center can be explored on foot, allowing residents to enjoy the pace and atmosphere of Cortona without needing a car. This privileg