Fairy-tale Castle with 2 pools and vineyards, Florence - Tuscany
143-acre estate with 11th-century castle and country hamlet, 2 swimming pools, vineyard, olive grove, for sale near Florence. Stunning setting just 30 km from Florence and Siena, in the heart of Tuscany. A few minutes from San Gimignano and Volterra, easily accessible but at the same time a quiet are and with splendid pathways to discover history, nature and the Tuscan country life style. A cypress trees avenue leads to the courtyard where there is one of the most beautiful open views of the area, the English press has called it "The most beautiful terrace in Chianti" with hills, villages and vineyards that fill the eyes endlessly. The castle was built in the 1200s and is a fine example of medieval Tuscan architecture with a quadrangular plan and two corner towers, an inner courtyard with natural stone pavings and an original brick well, on three floors above ground and basement cellars with terrific barrel vaults. The interior retains the original elements with natural stone stairs, frescoed walls, decorated wooden ceilings, and stylish fireplaces. Since 1988 the current owners have turned it into a location for events and vacations. Next to the castle farm borgo has been converted into elegant apartments and retain the charm of the old Tuscan farmhouse. A wine cellar and a private church with rectory are perfect for weddings and ceremonies. At the center of the hamlet is a very large panoramic terrace with an infinity pool and solarium. One of the barns has been converted into an indoor pool with heated water. The vineyards were once planted with Chianti dei Colli Fiorentini DOC, now in need of restoration. Excellent production of certified Chianti DOP evo oil. A historical estate of great prestige perfect either for private, representative use or to develop tourist accommodation activities.
