Refurbished 2 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic view in Volterra, Tuscany

980,000 EUR 842,800 GBP 1,058,400 USD

Reference: 242070

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 280 m2
Plot Size: 1.5 hectares / 3.71 acres

Features

Fruit Trees
Fireplace
Original Features
Outbuildings
Panoramic View
Private
Quiet Area
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Authentic 2 bedroom detached farmhouse, situated in a quiet setting within the Volterra countryside, yet just 13km from the Etruscan town of Volterra and it's services.

A real jewel, the house is set amongst the unspoiled hills with fantastic panoramic 200 degree views and the estate is accessible via a 5km unpaved road, which is in good condition, and it's not isolated as there are other houses in the neighbourhood which don't disturb the intimacy or the privacy.

Totally refurbished to an extremely high standard and according to the typical Tuscan style, with exposed stone and brick walls, terracotta floors and beamed ceilings.

With a living area of 280m2 on 3 floors, features include: entrance from the panoramic portico with a wood burning oven, living room/kitchen with a big fireplace and views over the town of Volterra. Bedroom with en-suite bathroom.

First floor: large bathroom and a master bedroom with amazing en-suite double bathroom.

From the living-area on the ground floor, another staircase leads to the basement area which consists of a cellar/wine bar with cross-vaulted ceilings, a big storage room, laundry and the technical room with access to the outside. Huge room (storage) which can be converted into a spa.

All utilities are connected with LPG underfloor heating (helped by a cast iron stove and the huge fireplace) and water mains and it is well insulated with a 12 cm insulation layer on the roof.

The sale includes 15,000m2 of farmland, partly fenced with a garden, fruit trees, olive trees, Mediterranean herbs, a carport and a wooden outbuilding to store garden tools.

The town planning allows the possibility to build a swimming pool, but it's necessary to submit a formal request/project to the town authorities with the help of an architect.

The sale includes part of the furniture.

This is a perfect solution not only as second home but also to live on a permanent basis thanks to the good size, the space and quality of renovation.

The view is breathtaking, the location is secluded but at the same time not too isolated, the dream Tuscan house.

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Italy Property Buying Guide

1. Making the Offer to Purchase (Offerta)

Once you have found the property you wish to purchase you will start the process by making a formal offer to the vendor, the estate agent will act on your behalf and put forward the offer, a deposit will be made available, generally around (10,000 - 20,000 EUR). Once the vendor has accepted the offer it will be formalised in writing to the vendor in both English and Italian. If this is accepted the deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid to the vendor. This will form a legally binding contract. Neither party may withdraw at this point, the sale can be forced by either party or a claim for damages can be made. If the purchaser withdraws their deposit will be lost, if the vendor withdraws the purchaser can claim twice the deposit in compensation.

2. Signing the Preliminary Contract (Compromesso or Contratto preliminare)

The next step will take place between 1 and 3 months after the offer has been accepted, this is a formal agreement between the vendor and purchaser to sell and buy the property, this agreement is the Preliminary Contract and will contain the conditions and terms of the sale. It is important at this stage that you have a full understanding of all the details contained in the contract. We would strongly recommend that you appoint a Notary who is fluent in English. This document will include the purchase price, a detailed description of the property including completion date and will cover any obligations placed upon the buyer and the vendor. All information relating to the property including any planning permissions for the property and the cadastral details (a public record, survey, or map of the value, extent, and ownership of land as a basis of taxation). Once the Preliminary Contract (Contratto preliminare) has been signed a further deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid, this will generally be 10% - 20% of the purchase price. There will also be an estate agents Commission Fee (Provvigione) which will need to be paid at this point.

3. Signing the Final Deed of Sale (Rogito or Atto Notarile)

The purchaser must have a bank account in order to make the purchase on completion. The signing of the final deed of sale which will authorise the transfer of the property must be overseen by a Notary (Notaio). The buyer will select and hire the Notary, but they are members of an independent body of public/professionals who will draft the purchase deed, they will oversee the passing of the title legally from the vendor to the purchaser. The Notary will also verify the legality of the documentation and registration with the Conservatoria dei Registri Immobiliari and the Local Land Register.

4. Formalities to be observed after Completion

Foreign buyers should obtain a certified copy of the Purchase Deed (Rogito), which the Notary will have lodged with the authorities. Generally this will be available to collect around 2 – 3 weeks after completion. The Notary will also give you a form to complete for the the local authority (Questura) who will have been given formal notice of the purchase. Your Notary will help you to complete this form. You will need to contact the utilities companies to set up new contracts (power, water, telephone, gas etc.). If the property is a flat, the condominium manager (Amministratore del condominio) should be informed of change of ownership of the property.

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