Tuscany, Siena, Castellina in Chianti, Italy

Historic farmhouse with pool and ancient castle ruins for sale on the picturesque hills of Castellina in Chianti, in one of Tuscany's most authentic and iconic landscapes. The property, approximately 520 square meters in total with six bedrooms and five bathrooms, comprises a main farmhouse, a separate guesthouse, service buildings, and the evocative remains of an ancient Etruscan castle. All this is set within over 41 hectares of private land, guaranteeing absolute privacy and direct contact with the pristine nature of Chianti.

THE CONTEXT
The property is nestled in the heart of the Chianti Classico hills, among vineyards, olive groves, and centuries-old woods that create one of the world's most famous and beloved landscapes. The slightly dominant position offers sweeping, scenic views of the Tuscan countryside, with glimpses that change color and atmosphere with the changing seasons. Just 7 km from the nearest village, approximately 40 km from Florence and 25 km from Siena, the farmhouse enjoys a strategic location that perfectly combines isolation, tranquility, and easy access to Tuscany's main centers of art and culture.

THE HISTORICAL COMPLEX
Of absolute value and uniqueness are the ruins of the ancient castle, of Etruscan and later medieval origin, which testify to the site's historical stratification. This archaeological presence gives the property a rare, almost intact charm and an identity deeply rooted in the history of the area. The ruins, immersed in vegetation and perfectly integrated into the landscape, represent an extraordinary opportunity for historical and architectural enhancement and restoration.

THE MAIN FARMHOUSE
The main farmhouse, approximately 330 square meters and in excellent condition, is a refined example of authentic Tuscan rural architecture. The natural stone facades, antique terracotta floors, and exposed wooden beam ceilings showcase the local building tradition with elegance and sobriety.

Spread across three levels, the ground floor features a bright living area with a large stone fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, and a guest bathroom. The first floor boasts three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a spacious study, also with a fireplace, ideal as a reading room or workspace. The upper level, within the characteristic turret, features a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape, offering a uniquely evocative, intimate and panoramic atmosphere.

Access to the upper floor is via both an internal staircase and a scenic external stone staircase that also leads to a panoramic loggia, perfect for relaxing al fresco.

THE INTERIORS
The farmhouse's interiors fully reflect the authentic spirit of the Tuscan countryside, with warm, welcoming, and well-proportioned spaces. The spaces are characterized by a harmonious balance between functionality and tradition, with original materials expertly preserved and enhanced. The internal layout allows for seamless use of the spaces, ideal for both a private residence and a potential high-end hospitality destination.

THE ANNEX AND THE BUILDINGS
Opposite the main farmhouse is a building of approximately 50 square meters used as utility rooms, including a laundry room, storage room, and cellar. A short distance away, surrounded by greenery, is the independent guesthouse of approximately 130 square meters, spread over two levels and featuring bright and functional spaces, with a living area, kitchen, and sleeping quarters, perfect for guests or staff.

THE EXTERIORS
The property is surrounded by approximately 41 hectares of private land, divided between woodland, arable land, former vineyards, and an olive grove with approximately 400 trees. This extraordinary natural heritage creates a perfect balance between agricultural landscape and pristine nature, typical of the most authentic Chianti.

The garden surrounding the buildings is landscaped with local plants and maintains a harmonious and natural setting, perfectly integrated with the surrounding landscape. Completing the outdoor spaces is a splendid panoramic swimming pool, perfectly integrated into the landscape, offering an oasis of relaxation and absolute privacy overlooking the surrounding hills.

A one-of-a-kind property, where millennia of history, rural architecture, and nature blend together in a rare balance, ideal both as a prestigious private residence and as an exclusive accommodation in the heart of authentic Tuscany.

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