Farmhouse with Panoramic View for sale in Cortona

Discover this 1200s farmhouse, fully furnished and transformed into a holiday home, with land, infinity pool, and views over Cortona and Valdichiana. General Description: This farmhouse, a former watchtower from the 1200s, is available for purchase just 4 km from the Etruscan city of Cortona and 10 km from Lake Trasimeno. The structure, about 160 sqm, is immersed in a plot of 8000 sqm, partly garden and partly olive grove and lawn. From the garden, equipped with an infinity pool and solarium area, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Cortona and the Valdichiana. Interior Description: The farmhouse is developed on three levels. On the ground floor, there is a porch, a large living room with a fireplace, a kitchen, a hallway with an ancient oven, a bedroom, and a bathroom. On the first floor, there are two bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, and another bathroom with a sauna. On the second floor, there is a habitable attic with access to the panoramic terrace, once used as a lookout. Exterior Description: The property is surrounded by a plot of 8000 sqm, partly garden and partly olive grove and lawn. In the garden, there is an infinity pool with a solarium area, from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of Cortona and the Valdichiana. The parking area is covered and can accommodate three cars. Uses and Potentialities: This property represents an ideal solution both as a main residence and as a holiday home, thanks to its strategic location and the possibility to easily reach the main tourist attractions of the area, such as Siena, Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano, Chianti, and Val D'Orcia. Moreover, the thermal resorts such as Rapolano Terme and Bagno Vignoni are easily and quickly reachable. Market Analysis: The real estate market in Cortona has shown some resilience in recent years, despite global challenges. In July 2023, the average price requested for properties in Cortona was € 1,919 per square meter, compared to € 1,473 of the provincial average. However, prices vary significantly depending on the area, with prices in the central areas of € 1,351/m², in the semi-central areas of € 1,112/m², and in the peripheral areas of € 1,106/m². These data suggest that the price requested for this farmhouse is in line with the current market, making it an interesting investment for those looking for a charming property in the heart of Tuscany. Tourist and Historical Information: Cortona is an Italian municipality of about 7,000 inhabitants in the province of Arezzo, in Tuscany. It is located in the heart of the Crete Senesi, an area characterized by clayey hills and woods that extend south of Siena to Monte Amiata. The area is rich in history and culture, with numerous monuments, churches, and museums to visit. Among the main points of interest are the Annunciation of Beato Angelico at the Diocesan Museum and the MAEC (Museum of the Etruscan Academy). Distances: Cortona - Viareggio: 216 km Cortona - Lake Trasimeno: 19.9 km Cortona - Perugia: 48.9 km Cortona - Pistoia: 155 km Cortona - Arezzo: 29.6 km Cortona - Florence: 114 km Cortona - Siena: 74.1 km Cortona - Montepulciano: 32.6 km Cortona - Pienza: 47.6 km Cortona - Rapolano Terme: 34.6 km