4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Volterra, Tuscany

1,500,000 EUR 1,290,000 GBP 1,620,000 USD

Reference: 242747

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Floor Size: 300 m2
Plot Size: 0.4 hectares / 0.99 acres

Features

Countryside View
Panoramic View
Parking
Balcony
Terrace
Fruit Trees
Fireplace
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income

Details

Enjoying amazing panoramic views from its peaceful location in the Volterra countryside, is this beautifully refurbished 3 storey, 4 bedroom villa nestling in an acre of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool.

The house is fully immersed in the unspoilt countryside, only 10 km from services and shops, in a dominant setting. It is accessible through a 1 km unpaved road in perfect condition. The house was built up from scratch in 2009 according to the typical Tuscan style by utilising old materials such as the exposed stones on the outdoor walls, beamed ceilings and the terracotta floors.

The estate is totally fenced and it is accessible through an automatic gate leading to the parking area. The house is on three floors (basement, ground floor and first floor) and each storey has independent access.

It is composed of a pool house in the basement, facing the swimming pool with cooking and dining-area, hallway, bathroom and a technical room with a 5000 litres water tank.

The ground floor is accessible from several doors and it consists of a living room with wood burning fireplace and a pellet burning stove, dining room, double bedroom, bathroom with shower, twin bedroom and another living room with additional pellet burning stove installed inside the fireplace.

Internal stairs lead to the first floor which comprises of a master double bedroom with reading area, a pellet burning stove, hallway and the bathroom, and a second en-suite bedroom. In the master bedroom there are the connections to create a second kitchen in order to have a separate apartment thanks to the external staircase which also allows access to the first floor.

The living area on the ground floor opens onto an amazing sheltered terrace where it is possible to admire a stunning panoramic view over the swimming pool and over the town of Volterra. All utilities are connected with LPG heating and 3 pellet burning stoves, there is also the possibility to use the heat pumps in each rooms (except the bathrooms) to cool and heat the property.

The house is equipped with 2 boilers (one for ground and first floor and one for the basement), 3 electrical panels for a total power of 15 kw, the satellite tv, internet and double glazed windows.

The estate boasts a perfect sun exposition, it gets the sun all day long from sunrise to sunset and thanks to the outdoor shaded dining spaces with pergola and barbecue it is possible to enjoy meals outside and admire the beautiful landscape.

The sale includes 6,000m2 of land with a 8 x 4 m swimming pool (1.6 metres deep, fully equipped with sunbeds, armchairs and umbrellas) with a grass area, officinal herbs, cypresses, fruit and olive trees.

This is a perfect solution for those ones who want to escape from the daily life routine and be immersed in the silence of the nature but at the same time close to all services.

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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.

IMPORTANT - Disclaimer : All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.