5 Bed Country House for sale
Cortona, Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy
£1,194,335 *
[€1,400,000]
Full Description
Two-story stone country house with olive grove and panoramic swimming pool for sale in Cortona. A few steps from the illustrious city of Cortona, just 5km away, in a quiet countryside setting with a panorama that opens as far as the eye can see, the property is completely fenced and with an automatic gate. Originally built in the 16th Century, it has been finely restored in 2002 by combining typical and original materials of the Tuscan rustic tradition with modern elements of great value. Spread over two levels for an area of 240 sq m / 2583 sq ft today it is made of two units (very easy to become one unit) in addition to the possibility of further expansion, approx 20% of the actual surface thus allowing to built further 50 sq m / 538 sq ft. On the ground floor the entrance to the first unit, on two levels, with a double living room with kitchen, bathroom and laundry, internal staircase leading to the first floor with second living room, second access from external staircase with loggia, three bedrooms and a bathroom. The second unit is on the ground floor with an independent entrance from the garden with its canopy-covered areas for outdoor dining and convivial moments, living room with an open kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom. The 5,000 sq m / 53819 sq ft garden surrounds the property, there is a splendid swimming pool with a travertine staircase set in a very panoramic spot and equipped with a solarium area. The property includes a small olive grove with 30 plants and a row of vineyards for a small production of red wine for family use, approx. 200 liters of IGT Toscana Rosso. Due to its privileged position both for its panorama and for its historical and cultural context, from which the main Tuscan and Umbria sites can be reached, this residence is perfect as a second home or as a holiday villa to rent with an excellent annual income.
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