Renovated 8 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Castel Giorgio, Terni, Umbria

2,450,000 EUR 2,107,000 GBP 2,646,000 USD

Reference: 243270

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 8
Floor Size: 900 m2
Plot Size: 7 hectares / 17.3 acres

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Garden
Land
Fruit Trees
Private Pool
Possible Extra Dwellings
Countryside View
Private
Quiet Area
Parking
Traditional Style

Details

Nestling in 7 hectares of beautiful gardens with expansive pool and land, is this beautifully renovated 3 storey, 8 bedroom house with separate one bedroom property and outbuildings, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location in Castel Giorgio.

This wonderful property is set in an enchanted and magical place, in a unique position for panoramic views and privacy, first chosen by the Etruscans of whom there are evident traces, and later an ancient Franciscan convent, a few kilometres from the centre of Orvieto.

The buildings are all in excellent condition, renovated a few years ago, respecting the style and materials of the place, such as handmade terracotta tiles for floors and ceilings and wooden beams.

The central nucleus on several levels consists of an old church, now a dwelling, and a farmhouse connected by a bright lemon house.

The property consists of eight bedrooms, three kitchens, three spacious living rooms, two dining rooms, a large library, two large living rooms, a spa with sauna, eight bathrooms and a characteristic winter garden with a large belvedere terrace above.

Every corner of the house has its own identity, the atmosphere is cosy and totally relaxing.

In the garden, designed by a famous landscape architect, there are century-old plants, fruit trees and local essences, all in a constant evolution of colours and scents.

The property includes, in a secluded position, a dependance consisting of a spacious living area with kitchenette, large bedroom and bathroom.

There is a valuable 20 x 3m heated swimming pool with numerous relaxation areas, a garage, grottoes, a cellar and outbuildings for agricultural use.

A photovoltaic system of 10,000 kw, perfectly integrated, produces electricity both for the needs of the house and to be fed into the grid with an income for the owner of about 15,000 EUR/year. There is also a solar thermal system for the production of domestic hot water.

The property can be reached via a country road about 800m long, away from the asphalt road, and the nearest town with services is about 2.5 km away. Orvieto is about 12 km away, Lake Bolsena about 25 km, the spa town of Viterbo is about 40 minutes away and Rome is about 1 hour away.

Electricity, LPG gas, telephone and internet are provided.

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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.