5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Montepulciano, Tuscany

3,900,000 EUR 3,354,000 GBP 4,212,000 USD

Reference: 187633

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5

Features

Terrace
Private Pool
Tennis Court
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Outstanding View
Parking
Turn Key Good Condition

Details

Stunning 5 bedroom house located to the south of Montepulciano, on a hilltop setting with stunning views over the Val di Chiana countryside.

This superb property dates back to the 12th Century, part of a much larger estate, now a world famous Hotel.

The villa has been lovingly restored and given a new lease of life by the current owners using only locally sourced materials and traditional techniques, preserving the heritage of this delightful home. Although in keep with its heritage with terracotta floors and high beamed ceilings, modern amenities including wonderful living rooms, modern kitchens, 5 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms as air conditioning via geo thermal offer a luxurious country retreat with all the advantages of modern day technology. The quality of the furnishings and fittings is of the highest quality. no expense has been spared in trying to make the property into a very sophisticated private home.

The same care and attention has gone into the grounds and garden. Access is via private gates that open onto an immaculate gravel drive leading to the shaded parking area to one side of the house.

Extensive lawns surround the main house and stretch across the hill to the private swimming pool, set on a lower terrace, laced with olive and cypress trees, rose bushes and impeccably maintained hedges all enjoy breathtaking views from every angle. The large terrace next to the main house has been furnished with a large dining table and barbecue for al fresco dining and a very comfortable lounge. There is a second shaded lounge area below the house and a third attached to the guest house.

The large swimming pool is set on a paved terrace with a changing room and a shower room, with plenty of artificial shade and very high quality garden furniture. There is even a competition size astro-turf tennis court set in this stunning garden.

A short walk down the hill and below main house, is the caretakers private residence with its own independent drive ensuring total privacy to the guests. The couple are currently there on a full time basis to maintain the extensive grounds, swimming pool, tennis court and general upkeep of this truly wonderful home. Daily cleaning included.

Main house:
Ground floor:
Independent suite 1:
Large sitting room with a large fireplace and dining room leading out to a large terrace furnished for alfresco dining and seating area. Small modern kitchen. Double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with shower. Double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with shower. Twin bedroom [bunk beds, suitable for children only].

Independent Suite 2:
Large sitting room open on a large dining room and a very well equipped modern kitchen leading out to a terrace furnished for alfresco dining and seating area. Double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with shower. Study. WC.

First floor:
Very large sitting room with a large fireplace. Large dining room. Very well equipped large modern kitchen. WC.

Guest house:
Kitchenette, living area with a double bedroom. Bathroom with shower. Terrace furnished for al fresco dining and seating.

Grounds:
Perched on a hill top with stunning views of the Val Di Chiana. The walled garden is impeccably maintained with extensive lawns, roses bushes not to mention the precisely trimmed hedges laced with olive and cypress trees. A large dining terrace to one side of the main house enjoys some of the best views for al fresco dining and relaxing. The private swimming pool, 8 x 14m, lies on a lower terrace furnished with sun loungers and umbrellas for shade with a gazebo just above. Changing room. Bathroom with shower. Astro turf tennis court.

Assistance is provided locally by the property's very helpful caretakers, who live in a separate house on the estate with separate entrance and garden; who speak little English and Spanish fluently.

Facilities:
Dishwasher. Microwave. Barbecue. Washing machine. TV with DVD. iPod docking station. Ping pong table. Mosquito nets on all windows. Fully air-conditioned. Central heating. Two working fireplaces. Wireless ADSL internet connection [computer not provided]. Mobile phone provided. Intruder alarm.

Amenities for Children:
Tree house.

Location
Perched predominantly within its grounds enjoying views on one side of Sinalunga, 3km/2 miles, with a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants along with a weekly market. The nearest restaurant is a mere 2km/1 mile away. Views stretch over the Val di Chiana with Montepulciano, a mere 25 minute drive to the south, a picture perfect hill town, and just beyond is Chianciano Terme with its thermal baths. Siena can be reached in about 45 minutes whilst Florence in just over 1 hour.

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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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