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18th Century Country Estate, Umbria
€6,500,000
Reference: INT090206
Sitting majestically outside the former Etruscan city of Citta della Pieve this impressive 18th Century country villa located on a hillside and benefiting from excellent views is set in landscaped gardens and contains a number of converted outbuildings, including an indoor spa and gymnasium. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a luxury residence near the popular and picturesque former Etruscan town of Citta della Pieve.
The Villa (c. 800m²)
The villa comprises two reception rooms on the ground floor including a double drawing room with high ceilings and an antique stone fireplace and the dining room which adjoins the drawing room and has access to the main terrace. The conservatory also has access to the terrace and benefits from panoramic views. Elsewhere on the ground floor is the professional kitchen, guest and staff cloakrooms, storage areas and a study with a large wood-burning fireplace.
The first floor comprises three suites; two have living rooms and Jacuzzis. Two further suites are located on the second floor. The lower ground floor comprises a good sized living room, a games room with access to a small terrace (18m²), a wine cellar and service rooms.
Converted Stone Storehouse (c. 700m²)
This nineteenth century storehouse has been elegantly converted into accommodation spread over two floors. On the upper floor, reachable from the gardens in front of the villa, are three apartments and a double bedroom and bathroom. All have kitchenettes, bathrooms and two have Jacuzzis. The lower floor contains the health centre and two one-bedroom apartments.
Health Centre & Spa
The popular health spa contains an indoor swimming pool, modern sauna, steam bath, fully equipped gymnasium, massage cabins, hydro massage, changing rooms and washing facilities.
The Stable Block (c. 200m²)
The former stable block has been converted into three double bedrooms, each with en suite bathrooms and a one bedroom apartment with a small garden.
The Grounds
The well-maintained gardens of 2ha consist of a number of mature cypress trees, herbaceous borders and olive trees.
The property has a covered 14-berth carport, mini football pitch and swimming pool. The shaped swimming pool, stretching to a maximum of 21m by between 6.8m and 12m, has an outdoor Jacuzzi and is surrounded by a terrace and sunbathing areas.
Local Area
The property is situated in the Val di Chiana on the border between Tuscany and Umbria surrounded by farmland and woodland and with views of the hills surrounding Lake Trasimeno.
Close by is the stunningly beautiful former Etruscan hilltop town of Citta della Pieve, one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Umbria and the birthplace of Perugino (Pietro Vannucci) a famous painter of the sixteenth century and Raffaello’s teacher. There are a number of excellent restaurants in Citta della Pieve and shops as well as services such as a post office.
Nearby also is Chiusi, which has a mainline train station, and the A1 Autostrada is a 15 minute drive away, providing quick access to Florence and Rome. Perugia airport is 45 minutes away while Florence and Rome airports are 90 minutes away.
The cities of Siena, Perugia, Cortona, Montepulciano, Pienza and Assisi are all within an hours drive.
Accommodation & Amenities
4 Reception rooms
5 Bedroom suites
Study
Indoor spa
Gymnasium
Jacuzzis
Professional kitchen
Conservatory
Laundry
Wine cellar
6 beautifully converted apartments
4 further double bedrooms with bathrooms
Mini-football pitch
Swimming pool
Covered 14-berth carport
Citta della Pieve 4km, Chiusi 11km, Rome & Rome Airport 90 minutes, Perugia Airport 45 minutes
DISCLAIMER: For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances or specific fittings. Room sizes are not to be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If these are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.