Description
Looking for vineyards, a working cantina and a fully restored, beautifully finished farmhouse in the perfect Tuscan location? Look no further. Dating from around 1600 this characteristic farmhouse was restored in 2006 using traditional techniques and transformed into a luxurious comfortable home whilst maintaining all of its original features. From the beautiful wooden front door to the gated courtyard, pale beams and square cotto tiled floors, there is a delightful mix of traditional and modern. The cantina is fully equipped with everything necessary for the production of the successful wine business which includes Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.
Area:
Situated in stunningly beautiful countryside close to San Giovanni d’Asso (2.9km) and the wonderful village of Montisi (4.5km) there is no shortage of wonderful restaurants, bars and every day amenities. Nearby Sinalunga provides a plentiful selection of larger supermarkets, banks and shops whilst Siena is just 45kms distant. The surrounding landscape is a patchwork of vineyards, cypresses and olive trees with the iconic undulating hills topped by a lonely cypress, picture perfect in every direction.
Land:
The sale includes approximately 12 hectares of land, 4 hectares of which are working vineyards producing top quality wine. Close to Montalcino and Montepulciano this area is famous for its vineyards, rich with lime-clay soil the vines have been carefully planted (around 8,400/ha) and include varieties such as Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.
There is a pretty garden with mature trees surrounding the house with splendid views of the Tuscan countryside and a stunning 20x4m swimming pool.
Outbuildings:
Working Cantina: Temperature controlled rooms for wine, barrel room, ticket and bottling room, canteen for workers, kitchen, bathrooms, office, changing rooms and meeting room/office. Garage with Bomard tractor and complete equipment for the vineyards
Studio annex within gated courtyard
Caretakers apartment
Traditional external bread oven
Accommodation:
Entrance to hallway, pale beams and traditional square cotto tiled floor
Underfloor heating throughout
Bedroom 1 with exit to pool, ensuite bathroom 1 with shower and stone sink
Large reception room with fireplace and stunning views of the vineyards and countryside
Doors to garden
Kitchen with central island and fireplace for cooking
Arch dividing from dining room, exit to gated courtyard and studio annex
Cloakroom, Utility room and exit to pool
Stairs to first floor:
Bedroom 2 with private loggia overlooking vineyards and countryside
Ensuite bathroom 2 with shower and bath, fitted wardrobes and views overlooking courtyard
Winter sitting room with stone fireplace and small kitchen
Exit to loggia with views to San Giovanni d’Asso
Bedroom 3 and ensuite bathroom 3 with bath and walk in wardrobe.
Guest Apartment (accessed from sitting room or from external stairs and loggia):
Bedroom 4 and bathroom 4 with shower
Stairs down to ground floor sitting room with a small kitchenette and exit to courtyard
Independent suite accessed from loggia:
Bedroom 5 and ensuite bathroom 5 with shower.
