luxury farmhouses for sale Certaldo, Italy (page 2)

In the classic heart of Chianti, just a short distance from the charming villages of Greve and Panzano, stands this extraordinary residence, expertly renovated with a refined attention to detail and luxury. The property, dating back to the year 1000, was the focal point of local activities in the 1400s, producing, wine and oil. Since then, the famous Verrazzano family lived here for 400 years so that even its ancient chapel from 1580, now deconsecrated, holds their coat of arms, a treasure of history and nobility. Following the historic gravel road connecting Florence (25 km) and Siena (35 km) lined up with old cypresses, the enchanting manor is perched on a hill and opens up to a breath-taking panorama, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and pines. Its five buildings embrace an authentic lifestyle, with a total area of approximately 1,500 sqm gross. Originally conceived as a holiday home, it blends the charm of the ancient history with modern comfort and today achieves astonishing results in the tourist rental circuit. The central body of two buildings, shaped like a U around an inner courtyard, houses a dining room with a bar and a living area, a spacious kitchen, three offices, a gym with independent access, and two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on the ground floor. The first floor accommodates four double-rooms suites with bathrooms, while an independent apartment offers a private area with a kitchen, living area, two bedrooms, and two bathrooms. On the second floor, another independent unit consists of a maisonette in the tower with a living area, kitchenette, bedroom, and bathroom, along with a two-room suite with a lounge, bedroom, and bathroom. With independent access two additional suites are located, one next to the old wood oven at the main terrace and the other one in the old barn with a private garden. Next to the barn, approximately 150 sqm are to be completed and could potentially accommodate either two more bedrooms, common areas, or a spacious studio for art or music. Each room is a work of art, with meticulous details of traditional craftsmanship and an atmosphere that blends the warmth of a home with the utmost in comfort and luxury. Precious materials, such as (Carrara) marble in floors and bathrooms, exposed Serena stone, mineral-cast bathtubs or and fireplaces in most rooms, clay- or lime- based Stucco Veneziano walls in earthy colours and spacious and bright environments are just some of the elements that give this manor a unique character. The property with 5.5 hectares, consists of holm oak forests and an organic olive grove of about 230 trees. The 12-meter heated and chlorine salt electrolysis-purified pool, positioned on a natural terrace, offers panoramic views, accompanied by a spa area with a Hammam and massage area. In the basement, there is also a charming 60 sqm wine-cellar with vaulted ceilings, perfect for your wine collection or tastings. This residence is the quintessence of the Tuscan dream in Chianti, a sought-after destination by travellers from around the world. With the potential for profitability through tourist rentals while being a private, secluded luxury villa, this property is truly a corner of paradise.

Beautifully restored farmhouse and annex located in the Pisan Hills with stunning views of the neighbouring countryside. The property has been run as an agriturismo for over twenty years with its own established sales channels and is divided into 5 spacious apartments: Three in the main Manor House, and two in the converted haybarn. There is also a restored chapel dating back to the 13th Century. All of the apartments have been designed to allow as much space as possible- They each offer 3-4 bedrooms, a traditional fireplace and classic Tuscan country style finishings. About 2 hectares of olive groves produce excellent olive oil and, as well as the superb views, the property also offers a large swimming pool, roofed parking spaces and childrens playground. The apartments are described as follows: Apt.1: Ground Floor 90sqm. Living room with fireplace, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, terrace and garden. Apt. 2: First Floor 130sqm, Living room with fireplace , Dining Room, 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, garden. Apt.3: First Floor 140sqm, Living room with fireplace, Dining Room, 3 double bedrooms, mezzanine, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, terrace and garden. Apt. 4 Ground/First Floor 140sqm, Living room with fireplace, Dining room, 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, terrace and garden. Apt.5 Ground/First Floor 140sqm, Living room with fireplace, Dining room, 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, terrace and garden. Main driving distances: Pisa Airport 30 mins Florence 50 mins Lucca 45 mins Volterra 25 mins Coast 35 mins Train station (Pontedera) 15 mins

Delightful country house surrounded by private garden and accompanied by large land with olive grove, private pond and swimming pool. Located a short distance from Leonardo's hometown, it sits on a rise overlooking the surrounding landscape covered in vineyards. Description The detached house has an area of about 250 square meters on two levels, currently divided into two independent apartments that can be easily joined together. The one on the ground floor consists of entrance hall, kitchenette, dining room, bathroom with shower, living room with fireplace, a second large living room, double bedroom, bathroom with tub and shower. The other one is developed all on the second floor and accessed from the external staircase consists of central hallway, large bathroom, two double bedrooms one of which with ensuite bathroom, large storage room, kitchen with large living room with fireplace. With external access to the house a convenient room that can be used as a cellar/storage room. Along a more private wall of the house is a covered patio. Condition and finishes The origins date back to the 1800s and has had several major interventions. The first in the 1930s with the addition of the second level, the second in the 1980s, and the last and most important in the early 2000s with renovations involving the systems, the roof, and the distribution of the current interior spaces. The roof was entirely redone with sheathing and insulation, the systems new with use of home automation. Solid wood exterior fixtures and double glazing, terracotta floors, bathrooms with elegant finishes, while still in the style of the house. Some interior work would allow the restoration of the internal staircase to make a unique house. Note the presence inside the house of the old oven with the typical brick vault and the old cave dug into the earth, which was used as a cold room and currently covered with a porthole of ground glass. Outdoor Spaces Immersed in a plot of land of about 4 hectares that completely surrounds it and in which there are about 300 olive trees that give the famous Tuscan oil, of these the nearest 5,000 square meters are fenced off and kept as a garden with numerous succulent plants, flowering bushes and bushes of medicinal plants. Strategically placed at various points in the garden are two panoramic pergolas, one with a wood-burning oven and bbq, a small annex used for laundry and others for sheltering garden tools. The pool, in the most beautiful and panoramic location, measures 12x6 and is chlorine-free, surrounded by the solarium, has the pool house next to it. Potential uses The country house for those who wish to live there all year round, thanks to its quiet but not isolated location, lends itself as an investment thanks to the geographical position that makes it perfect for visiting the villages of Tuscany. Location Vinci and nearby Cerreto Guidi are two villages that alone are a calling card. The proximity to the main cities of Tuscany and the region's two airports makes these villages very attractive.

Immersed in the heart of Chianti Classico this 180 hectare estate enjoys incredible views, between Radda and Castellina in Chianti the property stands on the ancient Via Romea and consists of a villa with outbuilding whose origins date back to the 1200s. Built as a Florentine fort which probably became a monastery and resting station for pilgrims with the name of Spedale di S. Jacopo. It is currently the center of the estate and houses a hotel with 16 bedrooms and 20 bathrooms in the main villa, 9 bedrooms in the first dependance, as well as a restaurant with a capacity for 80 people, garden and parking, the meeting room and a consecrated chapel. In addition to the villa there is a second dependance where there are 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms​, as well as 4 apartments which offer in total 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms.​ The garden offers a swimming pool and a large multipurpose area, while the oil and wine are produced in a cellar that has remained intact since 1830 of approx. 390 sqm and there are further storage spaces and deposits of 380 sqm. A charming property that also has an equestrian center inside. The estate has 10ha of Chianti Classico vineyards, 3ha of IGT and 15ha of olive groves with approx. 2500 plants in addition to approx. 159ha of forest.

In the heart of the famous Chianti Classico area, a prestigious organic winery of 21 hectares with wine cellar and vat-room, enhanced by a residential part - farmhouse of characteristic Tuscan style of 400 square metres with an annex used as a B&B. Wonderful residence completely renovated, perfectly set in the rolling hills expertly cultivated with vines and olive trees, with romantic and unique views. Location Grave in Chianti is one of the municipalities of the province of Florence, located in the heart of the Florentine Chianti, within it there are many small towns, each with its own uniqueness of history, beauty, typical products, all linked by a common thread, the wine, especially Chianti, known throughout the world. This territory is visited every year by thousands of visitors, wine enthusiasts, tourists who love food and wine, who wander through the narrow streets of this area discovering at every corner delights for the eyes and the palate. Description The winery is reached by following a beautiful, well-trodden dirt road through the rolling Tuscan hills. The winery, which is a member of the Chianti Consortium, has a surface area of 21 hectares, part of which is cultivated with vines and part with woodland. The main farmhouse on two levels is about 400 square metres and was built in the 15th century. From the external courtyard, which is used as a large parking area, one enters the living area where can be appreciated two large kitchens and a very bright reception area, two smaller living rooms, one of which is currently used as an office. In the sleeping area there are five double bedrooms with two bathrooms. Outside the house has an oven with a diameter of about two meters where you can cook for the whole family and guests. The door of the last room leads to a large outdoor terrace with views of the vineyards and in the shade of a centuries-old oak tree for the reception of guests and wine tasting, renovated in 1998 with a kitchen and bathroom. The farm also has a large room of about 80 square metres. At a short distance from the main house there is a characteristic cottage intended for agritourism, now consisting of two flats with separate entrance of about 80 square meters each with two double bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bathroom. This residential part enjoys a panoramic garden with gazebo. Underneath the flat there are two rooms used for work equipment, storage for the caretakers' quarters and the water purification system. Outdoor spaces The farm consists of 21 hectares, 11.5 of which are planted with specialised vineyards with a density of 5000 plants per hectare. The remaining area is covered by a wood for about 4.5 hectares, by the access roads to the vineyards and by the built-up areas and their resediments. Grapes are produced in accordance with the rules of organic viticulture. The wines currently produced are Chianti Classico DOCG, Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva and Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione. The grapes are harvested separately for each blend in order to obtain wines from Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes "in purity". State and finishes The residential part of the property has been completely restored, as well as the cellar and the vat cellar for the ageing of the wine. The renovation has been carried out with the total recovery of the original materials, the facade is in local stone, the floors are in terracotta, the ceilings are also in terracotta and with the antique beams, beautiful and perfectly preserved. The presence of antique fireplaces in the living area embellish the rooms creating a cosy atmosphere that takes the mind back to the past and country life without sacrificing comfort and modern functionality. Potential use The property is perfect for those who want to produce good Tuscan wine and sell it to foreign customers; currently the main channels are Australia, USA, Canada, China, Germany, Switzerland, Ireland and the United Kingdom. The sight of a farmhouse activity enhances the investment as this area frequented by tourists both in summer and autumn. The investment is perfect for a family who wants to live in the countryside and dedicate themselves to the production of excellent wine and to welcoming tourists.

Wonderful farmhouse with swimming pool in Greve in Chianti, located in the quiet area of ​​Lucolena. This property offers a total area of ​​approx. 400 m2, divided into several buildings: the splendid stone farmhouse of 240 m2 has 8 rooms, including kitchen, living room and study, three bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The barn of approx. 100 m2 is on two levels and represents an opportunity to create a separate housing unit with a living area on the upper floor and a sleeping area on the lower floor. The warehouse of approx. 60 m2 for garden tools. The furnishings of the farmhouse, included in the sale, are studied down to the smallest details and give a warm and welcoming atmosphere to all rooms. The building is on two levels and still retains the typical characteristics of the Tuscan tradition, such as exposed wooden beams and terracotta floors. The house also has a wonderful habitable loggia overlooking the valley. The surrounding garden, of approximately 10 hectares, is perfect for enjoying moments of relaxation immersed in nature and offers a breathtaking view of the Chianti hills. The charming lake on the property is an added value and provides refreshment on summer days, an excellent solution for supplying water for irrigation use. This property represents an excellent opportunity for those who want to live away from the chaos of the city, but a few kilometers from the main services of the city.