Colle Paradiso

Tuscany | Siena | Castiglione d'Orcia

Description

In the heart of Val d'Orcia, in a unique and dominant position, we can admire this ancient stone farmhouse, completely restored and finished with high-quality materials and constructional choices. The farmhouse is spread on several levels and has a gross area of about 400 sqm + 40 sqm of utility rooms, surrounded by a garden of about 9500 sqm, full of bushes and aromatic plants. A stone’s throw from the farmhouse, there is a salt-water swimming pool with a breathtaking 360-degree view of the unique and unrepeatable gentle hills of Val d'Orcia. The pool incorporates the proportions of the ancient Roman bath and is surrounded by ancient travertine. The sale price also includes furniture.

Luxury farmhouse for sale in Val d'Orcia, Tuscany - "Colle Paradiso" is placed on the hill with a 360-degree view, unique and unrepeatable, in the rolling hills of the Val d'Orcia, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The farmhouse for sale is disposed on several levels and has an area of about 400 sqm: The ground floor A spacious entrance with a mezzanine, ideal for reading entertainment, a beautiful and spacious living room with marble fireplace and vaulted ceiling, a dining room also with fireplace, a large kitchen, a bedroom, currently used as a laundry, but with a possibility of being transformed into the fifth bedroom, a bedroom with bathroom, a guest bathroom. On the first floor A beautiful living room with fireplace and a characteristic balcony, which can also be accessed from outside, via the ancient stairway. On this floor, there are also three beautiful bedrooms and three en-suite bathrooms. At the basement level, separated from the farmhouse, there are two utility rooms, one for the swimming pool and one for the general electric panel, the boiler room, the irrigation control unit and with a space for firewood. In front of this place, there is an open parking space for two cars. Next to the farmhouse, we can find a beautiful salt-water swimming pool of 16 x 4,5 m, incorporating the proportions of the ancient Roman bath, with a marvellous view of the Val d'Orcia, surrounded by ancient travertine slabs. The property includes a garden of about 9500 sqm, full of gorse bushes and aromatic plants. The sale price also includes furniture that correspond the original features of the farmstead and enrich it with the elements of antiques and pieces of the 50s.

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Details

515 sqm 5 4

Property’s details

Typology Countryhouse/Farmhouse
Land 1 ha
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 5
Year of construction 1800
Year of the last renovation 2015
Energy class

Surfaces data

Main building surface 472 sqm
Technical rooms 43 sqm
Gardens and "villas"'s pertinence areas 9500 sqm
Total surface 515 sqm

Lifestyle

Terme

External features

Garden view
Panoramic
Open view
Park view
Pool view

Internal features

Terracotta floors
Multiple entrances
Bathroom with bath
Bathroom with shower

Annexes and additional units

Heated

Splendida piscina d’acqua salata, di dimensioni 16x4,5 che riprende le proporzioni dell’antica vasca romana circondata da lastre di travertino antico.

Park/Garden

Il casale è circondato da circa 1 ha di parco di resede esclusiva

Supplementary Information

State of repair

The luxury farmhouse for sale in Tuscany is a result of a complete renovation finished in 2015 that was managed by an architect, famous by his works in the field of conservative restoration. The original structure of the farmhouse with three sloping roofs has been maintained in order to make this property unique from the architectural point of view. Externally, it is presented by exposed stone while internally it boasts excellent-quality and great taste finishings. The ceilings in some rooms are vaulted – the typical element of the area while in the others rooms we can find classical beams with tiles. Some interior walls are stone-faced. The floors vary according to the areas of the house: from terracotta on the ground floor to parquet with ancient oak planks on the upper floor. The handmade doors are real masterpieces of carpentry.

Utilities

The property has all necessary utilities like water, electricity, heating, telephone line and TV. The heating system is powered by gas, with LPG tank and innovative underfloor heating. Water supply is guaranteed by the municipal aqueduct, 3 tanks and a reservoir for rainwater used for garden irrigation. The water is heated by solar panels. The sewage is distributed by a cesspool (IMOF). The property also has the telephone line and a.d.s.l.

Use and Potential Uses

“Colle Paradiso” can be a perfect solution for those looking for a charming farmhouse of a high historical value. Located in the completely unspoiled environment, the property enjoys absolute privacy and can become an excellent luxury private residence to spend holidays in one of the most beautiful areas of southern Tuscany. However, the farmhouse is also suitable for those who want to buy a beautiful property for the main residence, considering the large surface and convenience of available spaces. Currently the property is inserted to the well-known tourist rental circuits.

Ownership details and eventual contractual obligations

The property is currently owned by a private individual and the sale is subject to a property registration tax of 9% on the registered value if purchased as a second home. The land is subject to registration tax of 15% from the declared value.

Liability

All the details and technical data here indicated are made available in good faith following an inspection and based on the available documentation. We take no responsibility for any inaccuracies.

Location

The farmhouse for sale is situated in one of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany, 2 km away from the village of Campiglia d’Orcia (Si), within the Natural Park of Val d'Orcia – the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The strength of the farmhouse, surrounded by the most unique landscapes in the world, besides its enjoyable absolute privacy, is definitely its privileged location between Val D'Orcia and Amiata. In a few kilometers, you can find the hot springs of Bagno Vignoni and those of Bagni San Filippo. The motorway exit of Chiusi-Chianciano Terme is about 30 km away.

Locality Tuscany | Siena | Castiglione d'Orcia

Bordering regions Liguria, Emilia-Romagna, Umbria, Marche, Lazio

Provinces and metropolitan cities Arezzo, Firenze, Grosseto, Livorno, Lucca, Massa Carrara, Pisa, Pistoia, Prato, Siena