Villa with poolTreia (Italy)

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$1,794,700

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Surface675 m²bedrooms9

The Monastery is situated in the beautiful open countryside of Le Marche, between the Adriatic sea and the Sibillini mountains. Surrounded by 360°panoramic views, the property nestles into the hillside where it has been a focal point for the surrounding landscape for hundreds of years.From the property, it is possible to see both the sea and the mountains during clear days. There are a number of ski resorts open during the winter months in this area, within an hour’s drive.Formerly a small monastery with its own exquisite chapel, the villa was bought by the current owners in 2000 as a ruin, and it has been lovingly restored over a number of years. Great emphasis was placed on retaining the original features of beams, antique terracotta floor tiles, open fires and stone walls.Ground Floor:The ground floor of the property consists of the following :An entrance hallTwo large living rooms with open fireplaceTwo well equipped kitchens, one with a winter fireplace.One utility roomOne large shower roomOne WC with a wet room showerA small libraryA dining room with open fireplaceFirst Floor:This floor is currently accessed via three separate staircases, but for family use the upstairs could be opened up, removing one or more of the staircases.The upstairs layout is as follows:Oratorio: two double bedrooms, both with en suite facilities. The larger room has a whirlpool bath with shower over. Granaio (central section): three double bedrooms all with en suite facilities. The largest room also has a bathroom.La Stalla: one double bedroom with en suite shower room, one single room (no en-suite).In the grounds there is also a separate apartment (dependance, about 75 sq.m.), with its own well equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower and terrace. At the front of the property there is the lovely small Chiesa (chapel), accessed from the formal gardens. The Monastery sits in 2 hectares of land, which has been landscaped to provide beautiful areas for relaxation and enjoyment. The grounds have matured well, served by an automatic irrigation system and a 15 metre irregular shaped swimming pool, surrounded by sub-tropical planting. The 80 metre drive is lined with olive and cypress trees, and there are several additional olive trees in the grounds, together with a small orchard of apricots, plums, cherries, apples and pears. At the rear of the property there is a very large paved terrace, ideal for al fresco dining.