Country House for renovation with garden – Castellina in Chianti
With a 3,000 sq m garden and views, this two-story property for sale in Castellina in Chianti features an annex for conversion and a 100 sqm terrace. A Tuscan classic awaiting its next chapter. Set just one kilometre from the historic hilltop village of Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany’s famed wine country, this traditional country residence offers panoramic views and exceptional potential. The house extends to approximately 190 square metres (2,045 sq ft) arranged over two floors. Constructed in 1974, the interiors retain a classic Tuscan character, with terracotta floors in the living areas, parquet in the bedrooms, and a handsome open fireplace anchoring the main sitting room. A superb 100 sq m (1,075 sq ft) terracotta-paved terrace, enjoys sweeping views, an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining or quiet contemplation. The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall, large living room with fireplace, kitchen, bathroom, and a useful understairs laundry area. A timber staircase leads to the upper floor, where four double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The rhouse benefits from a dual access layout, with entrances from both the garden and the terrace, enhancing its flexibility for potential division. Beneath the terrace, a 70 sq m (750 sq ft) annex, currently used as garage and storage space, presents a compelling opportunity for conversion into a self-contained guest apartment or artist’s studio, subject to planning. The property is enveloped by a private, fully fenced garden of approximately 3,000 sqm (0.75 acres), accessed via a gated private driveway extending 500 metres from the main road. The grounds offer both privacy and scope for landscaping, a swimming pool, or kitchen garden. Essential services are already in place, including mains water, telephone line, internet, and heating via LPG system, wood-burning fireplace, and pellet stove. This is a compelling restoration prospect for those seeking to create an elegant country retreat in one of Chianti’s most desirable locations, an idyllic balance of seclusion and convenience, just 1 km from local amenities and within easy reach of Siena, Florence, and major international airports.