Jeanette

Casa Chilenne B&B

Excellent 9.8 / 10

(65 reviews)

Via Nazionale, 65 - Cortona (AR) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT051017C1BGLA34VG

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Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
4

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

In the city center
Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Shopping area
The design of the property
Spectacular view
Cheap
Near the station
Very new

Description

Welcome to Casa Chilenne B&B - your retreat in the heart of the charming historic center of Cortona! Since 2008, Jeanette, Luciano, and their four-legged friends have joyfully opened their doors to guests from all over the world. One of their most rewarding moments is watching their guests explore Cortona and fall in love with it, just like they did.

Their greatest satisfaction is welcoming back returning guests year after year with their friends and families, creating joyful moments and happy memories together.

There are five guest rooms available, each with a private bathroom. They are equipped with a telephone, air conditioning, heating, SKY TV, Wi-Fi, and LAN cable connection with fiber optic service for internet browsing, refrigerator, safe, and hairdryer.

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Dogs of any size by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; with pet passport

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Kitchenette
Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Charm
Heating

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Internet access
English speaker

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions
Automatic fire extinguishers

Services of the house

Kitchenette
Terrace

Facilities and services

Dogs of any size by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; with pet passport

Location and surroundings

City centre
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 3
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 3

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bath tub
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Historic furniture
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Village - under 5000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Historic centre
Shopping area
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Charm
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

We prepare a fresh buffet breakfast every morning with pastry and cakes typical of the Italian tradition together with assorted yogurts, local coldcuts and cheeses, cereals, biscuits, bread, jam and butter and on request we offer American breakfast classics like eggs, waffles and pancakes served with real maple syrup from Canada. We offer Both Italian and American style coffee which is delivered to us by MokaPiù a coffee roasting company in Arezzo, capppuccino, caffe latte, chocolate and a wide assortment of teas and infusions form the Twinings collection as well as an assortment of fruit juices. There is a fruit basket available to guestsat breakfast with fresh fruits of the season. We use only milk products and butter from tuscany and free range eggs. With advanced notice we can prepare alternative items for nearly all special diets.

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We are Jeanette Wong and Luciano Polezzi (pictured here with Carlotta and Daisy). Jeanete comes from San Francisco, California, but has lived in Cortona since 1986. Luciano is a Cortonese since birth and from uncountable generations before him. Casa Chienne was opened in 2008 from our desire to conserve this house which has a great sentimental valia to Luciano as it was a gift to him from a close family friend, Alifer "Chilenne" Mancini. Our vision for the B&B was to create a place where guests would feel at home with the comforts of a hotel and the warmth of family hospitality.

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Conditions

Check-in from 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Area city center

Airports

Perugia Airport - Sant'Egidio 46 Km
Florence Airport - Peretola 87 Km

Train Stations

Camucia Train Station 2 Km

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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In The Surroundings

Piazza Garibaldi 272 m
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie 288 m
Church of St. Francis 433 m
Piazza Repubblica 483 m
Auditorium Sant'Agostino 489 m
Luca Signorelli Theatre 547 m
Etruscan Museum MAEC 545 m
Sanctuary of Santa Margherita 548 m
Vagnotti Palace 616 m
Belvedere 639 m
Diocesan Museum 650 m
Medici Fortress 655 m
Cathedral 665 m
Church of Santa Maria Nuova 812 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Excellent

Overall Rating 9.8 / 10
65 reviews

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Excellent

9.8 (286 reviews)

What guests say

Casa Chilenne receives excellent reviews for its central location in Cortona, cleanliness, and comfortable rooms. Guests consistently praise the warm hospitality and helpfulness of the hosts, especially Jeanette, who provides personalized recommendations and prepares highly appreciated homemade breakfasts with a variety of options, including for specific dietary needs. The rooms are spacious, well-equipped, and some feature pleasant terraces or views. Access involves stairs, though a chair lift is provided for convenience. The welcoming, family-like atmosphere and perfect city-center location make this property a recommended choice for all types of travelers.

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jean claude

You immediately feel very welcome at this bed and breakfast; Jeanette and Luciano take great care of their guests throughout your stay. Our room was surprisingly spacious for such a compact house and beautifully decorated. Breakfast, with plenty of homemade treats, is a dream.

stayed from 04/25/2026 to 04/26/2026

raphael bryan

Wonderful, clean central location with abundant breakfast. Our hosts were incredible.

stayed from 12/01/2025 to 12/05/2025

john

Jeanette is a joy to meet and converse with. The property is in a building whose earliest stages go back to the fifth century, with various renovations. A very steep climb up the stairs looks daunting, but there is a chair lift that makes it easy.

stayed from 10/26/2025 to 10/28/2025

leatha

We returned after staying here 15 years ago, so we are fans of this lovely place. Jeanette is so helpful, welcoming, and a great cook. Her homemade pastries and made-to-order omelet were just what we needed. The room on the top floor with the lounge area attached was nice. The mini-split air conditioner kept us cool. Thank you, Jeanette.

stayed from 09/09/2025 to 09/11/2025

tony

Everything about Casa Chilenne is perfect. Jeanette is a wonderful hostess who makes the most delicious baked goods and breakfast you will ever taste. The location is spectacular. You will love your stay at Casa Chilenne.

stayed from 08/31/2025 to 09/02/2025

sherlyn

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stayed from 08/29/2025 to 08/31/2025

gale

Casa Chilenne is one of the most charming places in Cortona, right in the center of everything. The host, Jeanette Wong, could not have been more gracious and helpful to all her guests! To add to her hosting duties, she makes the most incredible breakfast pastries ever! Jeanette is a wealth of information and has interesting guests that stay at Casa Chilenne. The rooms are very nice, clean and a lovely terrace up top. I would highly recommend staying at Casa Chilenne, you will not regret it!

stayed from 05/10/2025 to 05/14/2025

barbara

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful weekend at Casa Chilenne. Both the room and the bathroom were very large and comfortable, Jeanette was very nice and kind, she cooked us a breakfast with cakes, tarts, and croissants all made by her, including brownies, cream puffs, and gluten-free almond cake! Highly recommended!

stayed from 03/07/2025 to 03/09/2025

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stayed from 02/17/2025 to 02/23/2025

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stayed from 02/19/2025 to 02/23/2025

vincenzo

I stayed here for three nights and if you are looking for a B&B where the owners would do anything for you, then this is it. Lovely people and the breakfast was awesome. Fresh baked goods every day.

stayed from 10/28/2024 to 10/31/2024

david

A most wonderful 7 days spent at Casa Chilenne. Janette is a wonderful host. Besides the amazing breakfast of homemade everything, she was very accommodating in any extra requests, like bacon and eggs. She was very helpful in our day travels to nearby areas making helpful suggestions. Also restaurant recommendations for lunch, dinner, coffee, etc. It is in a perfect location in the center of Cortona. We loved staying there.

stayed from 10/13/2024 to 10/20/2024

betsy

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Casa Chilenne. I came down with Covid on my second day and am forever grateful to both Jeanette and Luciano for taking care of me during my five-day quarantine. Jeanette arranged for a doctor visit and procured necessary medication. Jeanette is a fabulous cook. I enjoyed not only her delicious breakfasts (the pastries are divine!), but lunch and dinner during my quarantine. That I had the top floor to myself, more or less, was a blessing. In those five days, I took full advantage of the sunny terrace, plowed through four novels (from a healthy library), sipped tea, people watched, and closed the day with beautiful sunsets. I came to Casa Chilenne on the recommendation of a friend and it did not disappoint. I highly recommend this B and B, centrally located, but oh so peaceful.

stayed from 09/26/2024 to 10/07/2024

russ

Jeanette was the best hostess ever. She helped us with our questions and called around to find any and everything we were interested. She took a personal interest in ensuring all our needs were met. She went above and beyond, sure. And her homemade pastries! The best we have ever had anywhere let alone Italy. We will not only stay there again, but will recommend all our friends stay at Casa Chilenne when they visit the charming Cortona.

stayed from 09/11/2024 to 09/15/2024

charles

Awesome breakfast. Incredible host! Will go the extra mile for you.

stayed from 09/09/2024 to 09/12/2024

sunettra

Lovely and cozy B&B, we had the best room that was very comfortable, bright, and airy. Ample wardrobe space, bathroom amenities, A/C comfort, even a small minibar with the added benefit of a washing machine, plus we had almost exclusive use of the normally shared kitchenette/living area and large patio during our 4-night stay.

stayed from 06/28/2024 to 07/01/2024

alicia

A very comfortable and clean bed and breakfast. Excellent location. The host, Jeannette, bakes excellent pastries as part of breakfast. I would highly recommend Casa Chilenne.

stayed from 07/29/2024 to 08/02/2024

peter

Feels like staying at your best friend's home. Jeanette is wonderful and her breakfasts are fantastic!

stayed from 06/30/2024 to 07/03/2024

david

Highly recommend this place for location, breakfast, and helpfulness of Jeanette, the owner. We had a lovely stay.

stayed from 05/16/2024 to 05/20/2024

maria

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stayed from 03/01/2024 to 03/03/2024

carla

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stayed from 12/27/2023 to 12/30/2023

jeanette

Jeanette is a wonderful cook and baker, her breakfasts are what me and my family look forward to! She is very accommodating and kind. We stay here every time we come to Cortona. Love her and her family! It's near many shops and wonderful restaurants, plus museums and beautiful sightseeing opportunities. There's also a park close by that is great for the kids. We absolutely love it at Casa Chilenne B&B.

stayed from 10/05/2023 to 10/19/2023

kathleen

We so enjoyed our stay at Casa Chilenne in Cortona. We had a large, quiet room near the center of town. The owner was warm and welcoming. She shared local information and tips. Her breakfast was delicious. We will be back.

stayed from 09/16/2023 to 09/17/2023

beth

Bring my expectations. Our hostess is from the US but moved to Cortona over 30 years ago, so no communication issues. Her baking was unbelievable. I will be dreaming of it for years. The place is rich in history and has a clothes washer. My only warning is that steps are steep to get to the rooms. There is a chair lift to sit on for those to get up the stairs or for luggage. Location perfect and loved that it was so close to public parking.

stayed from 09/02/2023 to 09/04/2023

diana

Amazing location with wonderful food served by a friendly and knowledgeable host.

stayed from 07/02/2023 to 07/03/2023

jeanette

Jeanette is truly a spectacular hostess and her property is charming. Great location in Cortona along the main thoroughfare with a lot of shops, cafes and restaurants! The breakfast was fantastic with a great mix of fresh pastries, breads and granola. Highly recommend.

stayed from 05/29/2023 to 06/05/2023

gerald

A wonderfully comfortable top floor room in the back - spacious and well outfitted. Luscious breezes blowing from the front terrace. Excellent bathroom. A bit hard for elderly to navigate to the top but electric chair lift helps a lot.

stayed from 06/12/2023 to 06/15/2023

chiara

The Casa Chilenne B&B is located right in the center, but there are several parking lots nearby that were kindly pointed out to us before our arrival. It's a beautiful building, the rooms are spacious, super clean, well-maintained, and equipped with all comforts. I loved the breakfast served with homemade pastries (our favorites), but just ask and everything will be provided. A very pleasant and positive experience!

stayed from 04/22/2023 to 04/24/2023

jeanette

Jeanette is an exceptional hostess. This is quite the best place I have stayed in Cortona.

stayed from 04/17/2023 to 04/20/2023

daniela

Very pleasant stay, Jeanettte was very courteous, she pampered us, we felt at home.

stayed from 12/30/2022 to 01/02/2023

fabrizio

Warm welcome from Jeanette and her husband. The large room and spacious bathroom. At check out, Jeanette prepared an envelope with a series of tastings of her pastries that she prepares for breakfast to take away. To recommend and to return.

stayed from 01/06/2023 to 01/08/2023

chiara

Excellent B&B, excellent value for money and excellent couple of very kind managers. Excellent and plentiful breakfast.

stayed from 12/10/2022 to 12/11/2022

jacopo

Great Casa Chilenne and great Janette. Breakfast prepared by her delicious, spatial. You feel at home. We will return.

stayed from 12/10/2022 to 12/11/2022

francesco

Wonderful stay! Every year we come back with pleasure, thank you for everything and goodbye!

stayed from 12/08/2022 to 12/11/2022

susanna

And if there is an 8 in the structure it is only because indeed there are many stairs, but for the rest everything is truly impeccable. The managers are extremely welcoming people, the breakfast is always excellent and always different! Congratulations to Casa Chilenne!

stayed from 10/28/2022 to 10/30/2022

elisabetta

Outstanding experience! Exceptional hospitality and kindness! Abundant breakfast with all homemade products... really makes the difference! Thank you Janette.

stayed from 10/30/2022 to 11/01/2022

petra

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stayed from 10/29/2022 to 10/30/2022

erik

Jeanette is a warm and gracious host. We loved our 4-day stay at Casa Chilenne B&B. Perfect location, only a few steps from taxi or bus drop off, shopping, restaurants, etc. Our room was clean and spacious, with traditional Tuscan decor. Jeanette's baking prowess will be immediately apparent at your first breakfast.

stayed from 10/16/2022 to 10/20/2022

janette

Janette is a very friendly lady who made our stay a pleasure. She has the best breakfast we’ve experienced in 3 weeks of travels!

stayed from 10/01/2022 to 10/03/2022

dymphna

Outstanding in every way. \nIt has been my 3rd time coming back to stay with Jeannette. Such a beautiful person, the best host ever. \nWould recommend it to anybody.

stayed from 09/22/2022 to 09/24/2022

tina

We had a wonderful time at Jeanette’s B&B. She made us feel welcome and at home upon our arrival. The B&B is located in the pedestrian area but close to the jitney bus stop that runs from the train station every hour. Breakfast was made to our specifications with fresh bagels. We will return here again. Thank you Jeanette for a great time!

stayed from 09/17/2022 to 09/18/2022

jim

This Bed & Breakfast is in the heart of Cortona, a great location. The Host Jeannett is the most gracious and kind person you will ever meet. Her wonderful breakfast in the morning is really something to look forward to! We will definitely come back again.

stayed from 08/29/2022 to 09/02/2022

geri

We spent 8 marvelous days at Casa Chilenne B&B. Jeanette and Luciano immediately made us feel comfortable and welcome. They attended to every detail and are attentive, gracious and knowledgeable, providing immeasurable advice about what to see and do in Cortona and its surroundings. Jeanette sets a delightful breakfast table. Her morning pastries are scrumptious: fresh bomboloni (filled doughnuts), croissants with luscious fillings, scones, galettes, cakes, and more. She also offers foods for heartier meals: waffles, eggs, bacon, toast, fruit, yogurt, etc. All the beverages are superb, but we were partial to their excellent caffe (espresso) and Americano coffees. The town minibus stops at Piazza Garibaldi about 90 meters (295 feet) from Casa Chilenne which is on the main road Via Nazionale. The building originally built in the 1600s, or earlier, is fully renovated with every modern convenience. We loved the high ceilings, comfortable furnishings, tastefully embossed walls and ceilings. Many Cortona streets prohibit motorized vehicles during the daytime which made walking about truly enjoyable. Thank you, Jeanette and Luciano, for an unforgettable stay. Your love of Tuscany is irresistible. We highly recommend Casa Chilenne to anyone considering a trip to Cortona. We definitely plan to return. July 2022 Geri K and Mike D.

stayed from 07/20/2022 to 07/27/2022

lara

We stayed only one night in 2 rooms (le gazze and le tortore) on the first floor of Casa Chilenne B&B. We were enthusiastic about many things: first of all, the kindness of Jeanette and her husband, two exquisite people, then the completely homemade breakfast of very high quality and with a wide choice, last but not least, the spacious rooms, with air conditioning, huge and spotlessly clean bathroom with everything you need. If we come back to Cortona, we will book here again. By the way, the B&B is located at the beginning of the historic center so easily reachable with luggage and the free parking is accessible via the escalators... so perfect!

stayed from 08/26/2022 to 08/27/2022

alberto

Central location, air-conditioned and well-cleaned room, spacious shower, sweet and savory breakfast (Italian and international) carefully prepared by Jeanette, different every day but always attentive to guests' requests (and food intolerances). Rooms arranged on multiple floors but easily accessible with elevator even for the elderly. We asked the manager for directions to sports facilities in the area and places to visit, they were precise and very helpful. In my opinion, excellent value for money.

stayed from 08/19/2022 to 08/22/2022

justin

Best Location in Cortona, Best Breakfast of any I have been in. Hosts could not be better, There is nowhere better to stay. Thank You.

stayed from 08/10/2022 to 08/16/2022

ruth

This was my first visit to Cortona, Italy. The Casa Chilenne B&B easily receives grades of 10+ in every category. \nThe breakfasts, however, need much higher grades... about 20 would be more appropriate! \nFamily-style kindness is the norm. They are so welcoming and helpful in every way. \nI hope to return again and again to this wonderful city, and these wonderful people of Casa Chilenne B&B. \nRB.

stayed from 08/09/2022 to 08/16/2022

albano

A bed and breakfast in the center of Cortona. The owners make you feel comfortable, manage to give the feeling of being at home, kind and caring, good breakfast with dishes prepared by the lady. Recommended!

stayed from 08/14/2022 to 08/15/2022

claudio

In centro, pulita, silenziosa, gestita con calore e professionalità.

stayed from 07/21/2022 to 07/24/2022

bronwyn

Wow what a treat to stay in this beautiful bed and breakfast in the heart of Cortona and be treated like royalty. It was my daughter's birthday so Jeanette, the owner, pulled out all stops and made it a very memorable event for her. Thank you so much Jeanette, we will never forget your kindness and thoughtfulness.

stayed from 07/07/2022 to 07/08/2022

luigi

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stayed from 08/07/2021 to 08/09/2021

teri

Our stay at Casa Chilenne was outstanding. The location is not far from the square. You are in for a treat if you book a stay, Jeanette's pastries are homemade and honestly some of the best we've had while in Italy. I am partial to her almond croissants! The rooms are reasonably priced with personal service.

stayed from 05/02/2022 to 05/04/2022

sonia

Spent 2 nights in Cortona at Casa Chilenne which was so conveniently located near a train station and in the City Square. The area is so lovely and our stay at the bed and breakfast was completely enjoyable. We loved our gracious hosts who took very good care of us, fed us hearty breakfasts that supplied us with energy to explore the beauty of Cortona and offered many suggestions for shopping and dining in the town where everybody knew their name! Best of all, Jeanette the hostess and I played Ukulele together after dinner one night, which was a hoot! The room we stayed in was comfortable and roomy and offered all the amenities one would find in a hotel. Love love loved the time spent in Cortona.

stayed from 04/22/2022 to 04/24/2022

domenico

Host of a formidable kindness. Very central room and dream breakfast. Truly recommended!

stayed from 10/30/2021 to 11/01/2021

rich

I rarely write reviews. When I do it is because there has been something really special that is worth sharing. At Casa Chilenne our hosts made us feel welcome and at home. This isn’t a cookie-cutter experience like staying at a chain hotel. It felt like staying at an old friend's home. In short, wonderful and a place I will come back to. Jeanette's breakfast is exceptional. A local friend called it the best breakfast in Cortona. I would agree, Jeanette clearly takes pride in her cooking, baking, and making sure your stay is memorable.

stayed from 10/11/2021 to 10/14/2021

fabio

Great for everything.

stayed from 08/26/2021 to 08/28/2021

chiara

Superb welcome. Very clean room. Central location. Fantastic breakfast all home made: fresh fruit juice, exquisite brioches, bread, equally amazing jam. Kindness and courtesy of the hosts.

stayed from 08/10/2021 to 08/11/2021

martina

A charming and quiet place to spend a pure Tuscan relaxation holiday.

stayed from 08/09/2021 to 08/11/2021

federico

Very welcoming structure, in the heart of the city's historic center. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is exceptional. We will definitely come back to visit them.

stayed from 06/18/2021 to 06/20/2021

deb

This was a great location and the hosts were lovely. Best breakfast made special by Jeanette. I will definitely stay there again!

stayed from 03/04/2020 to 03/05/2020

paola

Familiar atmosphere and so much courtesy and kindness. Very good owners.

stayed from 07/19/2019 to 07/21/2019

annalisa

We had a very pleasant stay at this B&B in the center of Cortona, easily accessible with the escalators from the free parking where we left our car. The apartment is very elegant and quiet, the breakfast is really excellent both in choice and quality (both sweet and savory). The owner, very nice and welcoming, recommended us where to have dinner and was available for everything. I will definitely recommend it.

stayed from 05/14/2019 to 05/15/2019

pasquale

Excellent property.

stayed from 03/16/2019 to 03/17/2019

anna

In the enchanting setting of Tuscany, we spent wonderful days, welcomed and pampered by the sweet Jeanette. The Casa Chilenne B&B is truly in a strategic position just a few km from charming villages. Thank you for everything Jeanette and see you soon.

stayed from 12/29/2018 to 01/02/2019

linda

Casa Chilenne is a wonderful place to stay! Jeannette and her helper are so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Our room was a definite '10'! Jeannette's breakfasts are the best! We cannot say enough good things.

stayed from 04/10/2018 to 04/12/2018