Prestigious property for sale near San Gimignano consisting of ancient “Leopoldina” farmhouse and typical barn surrounded by a beautiful mature park of 5.260 sqm with swimming pool.
This stunning property is easy to reach through a typical road with centuries-old cypresses and is set in hill-top position, the views extend over the surrounding the idyllic countryside where harmoniously vineyards alternate with olive groves.
The main house measures approx. 410 square meters spread over three floors. On the ground floor, overlooking the garden, there are two independent units composed of three rooms each and three bathrooms, on this floor there are beautiful original vaulted ceilings with bricks. On the first floor there is a large and bright living room with fireplace, 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a kitchen with loft which can also be used as a bedroom. The ceilings are high and feature traditional exposed wooden beams and bricks. The tower floor, accessible from the central living room of the first floor, is a delightful master bedroom with en-suite which offers glorious views from windows.
This building, with small modifications, can also be remodeled as manor house with a potential of at least 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.
The barn is approx. 200 square meters and was converted into one unit featuring open and bright spaces. It consists of entrance hall, large living room, kitchen, double bedroom, single bedroom, two bathrooms. An open staircase leads to the beautiful 50 sqm loft overlooking the living room below and used as extension of the living area. Also in this building the ceilings boast exposed beams. Finally, there is a spacious utility room with access from the outside useful to store tools and where the pellet boiler is installed which provide the heating for this building.
The romantic garden is adorned with a multitude of plants and flowers as well as extensive English lawn spaces, all kept in perfect conditions. There are delightful corners of privacy and tranquility where to relax enjoying
the stunning panoramic views. In private location there is a swimming pool of 10 x 7 meters beyond which there is a small olive grove. The olive trees are 40 in total.
The property has been completely renovated about 30 years ago and has always been subject to constant maintenance, although it may require some modernization and customization. It is reached by water mains and is provided with huge tanks supplied by the water coming from a natural source and rain from the roofs. Other facilities are internet WiFi and TV/Sat.
The typical and charming look of the buildings, the finely landscaped garden, the great value of the surrounding countryside, the proximity of San Gimignano and Certaldo and many more other attractions within easy reach give this unique property an high rental potential.
The main distances are: San Gimignano, 7 km, Certaldo 3 km, Florence 50 km, Siena 50 km. Both Florence's and Pisa's international airports are one hour's drive away.