Volterra Farmhouse With Annexes + Pool

ITALY, TUSCANY, PISA, VOLTERRA

Exceptional Tuscan farmhouse complex of over 500 sqm, renovated to a high standard combining traditional materials and sleek modern design with an artisan flair.

In a secluded valley with breathtaking panoramic views, gardens, waterfalls and woodland just 3kms from Volterra.

Currently run as a successful business.
The complex consists of the farmhouse which is currently divided into 3 independent apartments with an approximate gross area of 340 sqm. In addition there is an independent, newly converted hayloft of 130 sqm. The accommodation has been cleverly renovated combining the use of traditional materials with sleek and desirable modern finishes.

Adjacent to these buildings are a further 2 outbuildings one of which is used as storage of 32 sqm and the other is 28 sqm and in need of re-building.

The complex has a large swimming pool (8m x 16m) with stunning views and a range of planted and paved terraces perfect for dining and relaxation.

The main building is currently run as a successful holiday rental business but could also be converted back into one large house.

There are approximately 3.5 hectares of land accompanying the farmhouse which include landscaped gardens, streams, a series of dramatic waterfalls, natural woodland, a well, ponds, areas prime for cultivation purposes, many fruit and nut trees and approximately 200 olive trees. There is also a children´s play area with a rustic treehouse. The woodland area is populated by wild boar and is popular with truffle hunters.

Farmhouse
Currently with portico entrance but with existing permission to enclose in order to provide an entrance hall and second bathroom.
Large kitchen and dining area with traditional kitchen design and vaulted cotto ceilings and complete with wood burning stove.
Downstairs wc adjoining the kitchen.
The upstairs mezzanine sitting room opens full height to chestnut beam ceilings
Hallway leading to Bathroom and bedrooms
Bedroom 2: double bedroom with tiled floors and full height chestnut beam ceilings
Master bedroom with tiled floors and full height to apex of chestnut beam ceilings
Outside is a dining terrace complete with barbecue and firepit.
Central heating throughout.

Cellar
Generous open plan living area and kitchen with natural stone floors, wood burning stove, sleek modern kitchen with stone surfaces, cross vaulted ceilings in traditional cotto tiles and 2 sets of double doors which open onto a large terrace area.
Hallway leading onto bathroom and bedrooms
Bedroom 2: double bedroom with solid oak floor, beautiful barrel vaulted ceilings and glazed doors leading onto the terrace.
Master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, solid oak flooring , exposed stone wall and large bi-fold glazed doors that open onto terrace to take in the stunning views.
Wet room surfaced with marble and limestone tiles, large power shower and antique washstand with modern basin.
Central heating throughout.
Outside is a large stone paved entertaining and dining terrace with large vine covered pergola. Raised flower beds with colourful planting.

Studio
Generous open plan space with kitchenette / living area and bedroom space divided by impressive barrel vaulted ceilings in cotto tiles.
Separate tiled bathroom with shower cubicle, wc and basin.
Outside is a seating area with firepit designed to maximise the views. A lawned area then leads down to woodland.

Hayloft
Entrance through large bi-folding glazed doors to large kitchen / dining area with sleek modern kitchen design incorporating the use of stone surfaces, solid oak flooring and cotto vaulted ceiling.
Wet room tiled in limestone with modern fittings.
The original stone steps lead to a cosy living room with wood burning stove and solid oak flooring.
Stairs with parquet oak flooring lead to the master bedroom with full height ceilings of chestnut beams, double aspect windows, and oak flooring.
Stone steps lead up to Bedroom 2, double aspect windows and skylight giving a very light and airy feel.
Central heating throughout
Outside is a large stone paved terraced area with pergola. Planted flowerbeds provide a colourful foreground to the valley and rolling hill vistas beyond.

Outbuilding 1
Currently used for storage but is structurally sound and could be converted to alternative use.

Outbuilding 2
Adjoining the upper terraces, and currently needs to be re-built.