Historic Villa with Garden and Cave, Orvieto, Terni – Umbria

On the most evocative edge of Orvieto's rocky outcrop, where the eye sweeps unobstructed across Monte Amiata, the Umbrian hills and the valley below, stands this exceptional residence, unique in its position, history and structural safety. The current owners have carried out a major renovation of the building according to rigorous anti-seismic criteria: structural consolidation with internal tie rods, complete reconstruction of the roof using anti-seismic technology, and conservative restoration of the lowered cross-vaults, giving this historic home the same engineering guarantees as a contemporary building. Three independent entrances ensure privacy and layout flexibility. On the ground floor, an elegant entrance hall leads into a majestic hall punctuated by five cross-vaults, ideal as a study, library or private gallery, with a kitchenette, bathroom and a service lift connected to the kitchen above. On the main floor (piano nobile), the eat-in kitchen with dining area opens onto two large, panoramic reception rooms, one of which overlooks a balcony with views over the Umbrian countryside, along with a refined bathroom fitted with top Italian design brands. The attic floor houses the sleeping quarters, with a sitting room, an authentic period holy-water font, two double bedrooms and a bathroom with a circular whirlpool tub for two. The basement level holds a scenic grotto carved into the tufa rock, comprising two spaces separated by an original terracotta brick arch, with an ancient underground passage that can be explored. Handcrafted glazed terracotta floors and English-style window and door frames with beveled glass complete a residence that combines engineering-grade safety with historic authenticity, ideal as a stately residence or holiday home in the heart of Umbria.

Price: 1,090,000 Euro

PROPERTY Ref: ORV3860

Location: Municipality: Orvieto, Province: Terni, Region: Umbria

Type: historic villa of 241 sq m/2594 sq ft spread over 4 levels, with a private garden, terrace and garage

Year of construction: 1400

Year of restoration: 2019

Conditions: excellent

Garden: private garden of 410 sq m/4413 sq ft with a raised circular gazebo and a paved courtyard with a private parking space

Terrace: 3 sq m/32.3 sq ft panoramic balcony

Parking: separate garage

Layout:

Building 1

Basement: historic tuff cave on two levels, accessible via a flight of steps, ancient underground passageway

Ground Floor: entrance hall, multi-purpose lounge/study, kitchenette, 1 bathroom with shower, internal goods lift, 3 separate entrances onto the street and the courtyard

First Floor: open-plan kitchen with dining area, two reception rooms (one of which has a panoramic balcony), separate bathroom and shower room

Second Floor: habitable attic, central lounge/hallway, 2 double bedrooms, bathroom with circular Jacuzzi whirlpool bath for two people

Distance from services: 1 km/0.6 miles

Distance from main airports: Rome 153 km/95.1 miles, Florence 179 km/111.2 miles

Utilities:

Fixed telephone network: available

Internet: ADSL, satellite TV, mobile phone, optic fibre

Heating: radiator heating, independent heating, central heating, methane

Water: mains city supply

Electricity: available

Water waste: mains city connection

The property is owned by a private individual. The location, for privacy, is approximate. Please note all measurements cited are approximate.

Energy Efficiency Rating: E

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