Stone country house with thermal spring, Contignano – Val d'Orcia
In the hills with unique views, renovated with elevator, large living rooms, veranda, and a thermal spring for a spa, for sale in Contignano. We are privileged to present an exceptional stone country house, a quintessential piece of Tuscan heritage nestled in the hills of Contignano, offering an exclusive and truly unique asset: a private thermal spring. Positioned within the world-renowned, UNESCO-protected Val d'Orcia, the estate commands peerless, sweeping views across this magnificent landscape, providing an atmosphere of profound tranquility and natural beauty. Dating back to 1500, the property stands just beyond the ancient walls of Contignano, accessed via a scenic route winding through golden fields, rolling pastures, and dramatic calanchi. The structure was meticulously restored in 2012 (with an earlier conversion in the 1990s) and is currently presented in excellent condition, having operated successfully as high-end tourist accommodation with a celebrated restaurant specialising in traditional Tuscan cuisine. The residence encompasses a substantial 703 square metres (7,567 square feet) gracefully distributed across three principal levels, all seamlessly connected by a dedicated elevator, enhancing both guest and service access. The garden Level is the heart of the estate's hospitality offering, featuring a vast open-plan living area defined by traditional brick arches, currently serving as the restaurant dining hall, providing direct access to a delightful veranda, a professional-grade kitchen, the elevator, and service rooms. The upper floor serves as the primary entrance, hosting an expansive open-plan reception lounge, two versatile lounges designated for bar use, two guest bathrooms, and the elevator, awhile the last Floor is dedicated entirely to accommodation, comprising five well-appointed bedrooms, each featuring a private en-suite bathroom. Throughout the interiors, the finishes maintain a classic, robust elegance, featuring traditional tiled floors and wooden fixtures, while modern provisions ensure complete security, including video surveillance and an alarm system. The estate's most compelling feature is its extraordinary thermal potential within the 1,830 square metres (0.45 acres) garden, where a natural hot water vein has been successfully identified, an invaluable resource that provides the ultimate foundation for creating an exclusive private spa and wellness centre, allowing the property to maximize its appeal to high-end clientele seeking a lifestyle dedicated to slow living and therapeutic wellness. With walking distance proximity to local services and convenient access to key connections, this magnificent country house is an unrivalled base for exploring the historical itineraries of the Val d'Orcia and the Terre di Siena, offering a unique blend of historical gravitas and lucrative thermal development opportunity.