Magnificent estate in the Crete Senesi, ideal for conversion into a relais, for sale in Montalcino, Siena.Nestled in the picturesque rural setting of San Giovanni d'Asso, this property represents a rare investment opportunity in the most authentic heart of the Crete Senesi. Surrounded by privacy and exceptional panoramic views, the estate consists of a medieval castle surrounded by a garden and 4 historic farmhouses. The castle, consisting of two distinct buildings separated by a garden, is spread over 5 levels for a total of approximately 7,000 sqm/75,347 sq ft. The ground floor features warehouse spaces with ceilings reaching 4 meters in height: ideal environments to be converted into majestic reception halls and luxurious living areas. The upper floors offer generous layouts, perfect for creating numerous panoramic bedrooms. The property includes 4 independent farmhouses: two adjacent and two located a short distance away. Currently in need of restoration but with excellent conversion potential, these buildings enrich the expansive real estate complex with an impressive surface area of 4,500 sqm/ 48,437 sq ft. Its excellent location allows you to reach renowned villages like Pienza and Montalcino in just a few minutes by car, making the estate the ideal choice either as a high-profile private residence, a refined boutique hotel, or a high-potential agricultural estate. Property Ref: MON3713Municipality: San Giovanni d'Asso, Province: Siena, Region: TuscanyType: brick-built castle arranged over 5 levels and comprising two separate buildings. The first offers approximately 796 sq m/8,568 sq ft in total (comprising 596 sq m/6,415 sq ft of residential space and 200 sq m/2,153 sq ft of accessory rooms), 390 sq m/4,198 sq ft of attic space and approximately 591 sq m/6,362 sq ft of cellars; the second, currently in a ruined condition, measures approximately 780 sq m/8,396 sq ft. The property also includes a 3,070 sq m/33,045 sq ft private garden, a consecrated church, 4 farmhouses to be restored with a total gross area of 4,500 sq m/48,437 sq ft and approximately 180 hectares/444.8 acres of landYear of construction: castle dating back to the 13th century (1200s); farmhouses dating back to the 19th century (1800s)Condition: to be completely restored, both internally and externallyLand/Garden: approximately 180 hectares/444.8 acres of land, including approximately 100 hectares/247.1 acres of arable land, approximately 2 hectares/4.9 acres of olive grove, as well as pasture, woodland and uncultivated land. Castle courtyard/garden of 3,070 sq m/33,045 sq ft; total courtyard/garden area of the farmhouses 13,834 sq m/148,909 sq ftSwimming Pool: possibility to build swimming pools both at the castle and the farmhouses, subject to approval by the relevant local authoritiesBalcony: one balcony on one side of the castleLayout: Castle: main building arranged over 3 above-ground floors, plus attic spaces and semi-basement cellars; total of 26.5 habitable roomsChurch: 78 sq m/840 sq ft, single nave with sacristyFarmhouse 1: ground floor: warehouse/storage rooms supported by central load-bearing pillars, with ceiling heights ranging from 3.40 m/11.2 ft to 4.05 m/13.3 ft. first floor: 2 residential units of 112 sq m/1,206 sq ft and 114 sq m/1,227 sq ft, for a total of 10.5 rooms;Farmhouse 2: arranged over two levels, comprising two residential units of 235 sq m/2,530 sq ft and 122 sq m/1,313 sq ft; total 15.5 habitable rooms; rural outbuildings totaling 677 sq m/7,287 sq ft;Farmhouse 3: building of 300 sq m/3,229 sq ft comprising two residential units totaling 9.5 rooms, plus agricultural outbuildings used as warehouses, storage areas and machinery sheds, arranged over one or two levels, totaling 413 sq m/4,445 sq ft;Farmhouse 4: ground floor: agricultural premises of 651 sq m/7,007 sq ft, plus two outbuildings of 165 sq m/1,776 sq ft and 70 sq m (753 sq ft), first floor: 11.5 rooms, measuring 260 sq m/2,799 sq ft;Farmhouse 5: main building comprising 265 sqm/ 2,852 sq ft of residential space and 330 sq m/3,552 sq ft of rural space; outbuildings totaling 175 sq m/1,884 sq ft; partially collapsed buildingDistance from services: approx. 3 km/1.8 miles from San Giovanni d'Asso, 15 km/9.3 miles from Montalcino, 25 km/ 15.53 miles from Castiglion del Bosco Golf ClubDistance from main airports: Perugia 95 km/59 miles, Florence 110 km/68 miles, Pisa 155 km/96 milesGravel road: approximately 150 m/492 ft of cypress-lined white road leading to the castle; well-maintained gravel roads providing access to the farmhouseshere: high-speed satellite internet availableHeating: to be installedWater: connected to the municipal water supply; rainwater collection cisterns presentElectricity: availableWater waste: to be built via a compliant new septic tank systemThe property is owned by a private individual. The location, for privacy, is approximate. Please note all measurements cited are approximateEnergy Efficiency Rating: G