Tuscany, Italy

A charming farmhouse in a former 16th-century convent, with a 12-hectare farm situated between Cortona and Lake Trasimeno REF. COR359 Between Cortona and Lake Trasimeno, in that strip of Umbrian-Tuscan territory that embodies the light of Piero della Francesca and the tranquillity of the most ancient countryside, there is a place that tells the story of a 16th-century convent transformed, with care and vision, into a charming residence. Stone, frescoes, vineyards, olive groves and a thriving, productive farm: all combine to create a property that is not merely a building, but an identity. The main complex covers approximately 1,100 square metres gross, flanked by around 160 square metres of secondary outbuildings, and comprises a group of buildings — fourteen structures including guest accommodation, outbuildings, carports, utility rooms, gazebos and sports facilities — distributed around three courtyards. The rooms – thirteen double rooms and one single room in total, spread across the main farmhouse and the apartments (ranging from studio flats to two-room flats in various layouts, right up to lofts) – retain the 16th-century character of the original architecture, enhanced by original frescoes painted by local masters. Sixteen bathrooms complete the accommodation capacity. The wellness centre features a heated indoor swimming pool with a whirlpool and geyser within a dedicated building of approximately 60 square metres; a second outdoor swimming pool serves the outdoor areas. The farm covers approximately 12 hectares: two vineyards spanning 1.65 hectares, an olive grove of around 4 hectares on the hillside, fruit trees, a seasonal vegetable garden and farmyard animals. Wine and olive oil production form an integral part of the property’s commercial identity; it also offers cookery courses and hosts private events. The facilities are fully operational: LPG/diesel heating (recently serviced), a certified artesian well, wireless internet connection, air-conditioning, an electric gate and earthquake-resistant construction. The property is subject to conservation orders by the Superintendency, in keeping with its historical and architectural value. The buildings are registered in the name of a limited liability company, making it possible to sell the property through the transfer of company shares. Situated 6 km from the historic centre of Cortona, 15 km from Lake Trasimeno, within the ‘golden triangle’ between Arezzo, Perugia and Siena, this property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational business with an established brand, a fully equipped facility and potential for development in the areas of high-end hospitality, experiential tourism and certified agri-food production.