Property for sale in Tuscany: farmhouse in Siena province

A property for sale in Tuscany, this elegant traditional farmhouse is located on a cliff top formed out of tufa volcanic rock to the east of Montepulciano, just a few hundred yards from the city's medieval walls.

The original building, a former olive oil mill that dates back to the 18th century, was lovingly restored in 2000, all characteristics and also the traditional materials have been maintained. The property is currently used as a high-quality guest house. All rooms are spacious and have been refurbished to a stylish standard. They all have king size or twin beds, bathrooms with power shower and are equipped with hair dryer, minibar and telephone.

The living area of 900 square metres is divided into 14 bedrooms with bathroom, the rooms are all in Tuscan style with modern comforts. On the ground floor there are reception rooms, dining room, kitchen, toilets, and also a splendid and spacious drawing room with open fires and breakfast area. Breakfast can also be served to guests under the pergola terrace on the belvedere.

Enchanting setting, boasting stunning panoramic views, surrounded by restful countryside and rolling hills. West-facing views of the medieval town of Montepulciano, east-facing views of the valleys of Valdichiana and Lake Trasimeno and south-facing views of the Valardegna, framed by the mountain vistas of Totona and Cappuccini. The landscape and the entire area is preserved by building permission restrictions. The terraced garden with panoramic swimming pool offers beautiful and colourful sunsets.

A plot of agricultural land (9000 square metres) grown with 85 olive trees, an annex building of 120 square metres on three levels (the latter to be restored) and a newly built storage area of 60 square metres are part of the property.

Distances in kilomeres from main towns: Chianciano 10km, Pienza 12km, Montalcino 38km, Arezzo 53km, Siena 57km, Perugia 62km, Florence 110km, Rome 175km.

The house dates from 1800. For more on this property for sale in Tuscany, click the link below.