6 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in San Gimignano, Tuscany

2,500,000 EUR 2,150,000 GBP 2,700,000 USD

Reference: 216331

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 600 m2
Plot Size: 1 hectares / 2.47 acres

Features

Gym
Hot Tub or Sauna
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Countryside View
Turn Key Good Condition

Details

Fabulous Tuscan farmhouse with 6 bedrooms in a beautiful panoramic position overlooking the hillsides and landscapes of one of Tuscany's most beautiful areas, half way between San Gimignano and Volterra.

The house measures approximately 600m2 comprising of six bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Beautiful stone walls, tile roofs, beamed ceilings and brick archways reflect the region's architectural heritage. The rural and authentic charm is fused successfully with a contemporary interior design. Polished concrete floors, an open hearth and stainless steel chimney surround, and dramatic glased-in stairs, showing off the best of Italian design of past and present.

The ground floor is all connected and features spacious living rooms with beautiful brick arches and two fireplaces, billiard room, two fully equipped kitchens, a bathroom, a wellness area with Jacuzzi integrated into the floor, gym and a further guest bathroom.
Two large porches on two sides of the building are perfect to dining "al fresco".

On the upper floor of the villa there are 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, walk-in wardrobes, a study and a loft/sitting area.

The interiors of the house, while keeping the traditional features such as ceilings with wooden beams and bricks, some exposed stone walls and stone staircases, boast a nice contemporary touch. All have been finished with the highest quality materials: natural lime plaster, resin and travertine floors, ceramics and many other details of valuable design including furniture and accessories, all included in the sale.
Air conditioning system and wi-fi is installed. A small underground cellar has been restored to store wine.

The property sits in a hectares of land and boasts mature cypress trees, green lawns, olive trees and flowers with large pergola with a pizza oven and barbecue. The land is completely fenced, has two entrances with electric gates and covered car parking.
The pool, made of stone and mosaic, measuring 6x12 metres, with Jacuzzi corner, boasts an infinity edge to better enjoy the spectacular surrounding landscape.

Location
, this property offers the peace and tranquility of country living whilst also being accessible and within realisiitc distance of services. It is easy to reach both San Gimignano and Volterra in 20 minutes by car, only 50 minutes to Pisa airport, an hour to Florence and Siena. At 1km from the villa there is a small charming village which offers a grocery with local products, a bar and two restaurants, and many other good restaurants are within a few kilometres. The prestigious international 18 hole Golf Course of Castelfalfi (27 holes) is located just 10 minutes from the villa, a horse riding school is 3 km away.

Nearest shop/bar - 1km, Castelfalfi Golf Club - 8km, Volterra - 25km, San Gimignano - 30km, Pisa International Airport - 55km, Lucca - 58km, Siena - 75km, Florence - 85km. All distances approximate.

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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.