Haus kaufen in Cortona, Toskana

Charming farmhouse in tower of the twelfth century on the Tuscan hills with private pool and park of 16000 square meters Location & Lifestyle Located at the foot of the hills of Cortona, close to the Trasimeno Lake area, this historic property of 396 square meters converted from a tower of 1100 enjoys a quiet and secluded location, just minutes from the town center. Well connected to the main road, the property is inserted in the unique context of the Tuscan countryside, very close to the Umbrian area, two areas with exceptional tourist opportunities. Close to the road connection to the A1 and the train station, all relevant services, schools, supermarkets, the property remains on the routes of the tourist centers of Montepulciano, Pienza and Val d'Orcia. Description The main building consists of the tower and is structured on four levels. On the ground floor there are two large cellars with the old barns that can be recovered, a tavern and a multipurpose room in an annex to the tower. The second floor, accessed from the external staircase, is composed of an entrance hall, a large living room with stove, double bedroom, bathroom and laundry room. On the second floor there is a dining room with a big and ancient fireplace, a kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. On the third and last attic floor there is a double bedroom with bathroom and a large room that can be used as a study. Outbuildings: inside the property there are two lemon houses that can lend themselves to different uses, two large warehouses, a shed used as a simple dining room in addition to the technical room of the pool flanked by a large bathroom. The property includes two private garage boxes and a small underground cave, used as a shelter during the war years. State and finishes: The property is in excellent condition, having enjoyed structural restoration and at the level of finishes. in the rooms there are exposed wooden beams as well as the combination of white plaster and "pietra serena" that give an atmosphere typical of Tuscan farmhouses. The property enjoys all the utilities connected and an excellent gas heating system. External space: Outside the property, fully fenced and with electric gate, enjoys a large private garden of about 16000 square meters with about 45 olive trees and a small forest with a cave dug in excellent condition that could lend itself to sauna / relaxation area. in the middle of the land, a few meters from the tower, there is a large swimming pool in excellent condition, equipped with Jacuzzi, overlooking the quiet valley. The pool is connected with a patio that enjoys a beautiful veranda with climbing plants. Potentiality of use The property lends itself perfectly both to the use of accommodation and to that of large private residence, remaining in a strategic position with respect to the centers of interest of the Val di Chiana Senese and Aretina, very close to the picturesque Val d'Orcia and the tourist flows that result.