Villa Beta – Exclusive Historic Residence With Botanical Park Between Chianti And Valdarno

Villa Beta – Exclusive historic residence with botanical park between Chianti and Valdarno
Asking price: €2,700,000 – Total area: approx. 1,205 m² – Total rooms: 11
In the hills between Chianti and Valdarno, not far from Montevarchi and Gaiole, Villa Beta is a 17th-century period residence set in a rare botanical park of almost 3 hectares, now a natural setting for events, exhibitions, and artist residencies.
The property – over 1,200 m² covered – has undergone extensive restoration by the current owner, a Tuscan architect and designer, who has preserved and enhanced the original finishes, integrating them with a contemporary interior layout: the villa now houses several apartments, for a total of 11 rooms, ideal for both private use and high-end hospitality management.
The main amenities are located in the medieval village 900 meters from the property, while Montevarchi (9 km) offers all the comforts of a structured town, as well as access to the A1 motorway, which quickly connects to Florence (less than an hour away) and its international airport.
The main villa
The main villa (approximately 765 m², 8 bedrooms, and 7 bathrooms) is spread over three levels and has been organized into three residential units: a master apartment on the ground floor and two guest apartments on the main floor. The basement houses large historic cellars, perfect for wine, storage, or service areas.
Master apartment (ground floor)
Formal entrance hall
Dining room
Kitchen
Large formal living room
Private sitting room
Study/office
Master bathroom
Two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
Service bedroom
Guest apartment no. 1 (first floor)
Large living room with dining area
Kitchen
Lounge
Bedroom with private bathroom
Bedroom with private lounge and bathroom
Guest apartment no. 2 (first floor, with separate entrance)
Entrance
Living room with dining area
Kitchen
Three bedrooms
Bathroom
History, style, and finishes
The origins of Villa Beta date back to the 17th century. Over the centuries, the residence has belonged to important Tuscan families, who have gradually transformed its original layout. Today, the central rooms on the ground floor still retain the memory of the ancient layout, while the overall architectural style reflects the late 19th-century intervention, attributable to an eclectic Italian “Victorian” taste.
During the latest restoration, led by the current owner, the precious cycles of frescoes decorating the interiors were brought to light: floral and geometric motifs, trompe-l’œil architecture, details typical of the stately homes of the time. Originally, one cycle depicted the four seasons; in the 19th century, the demolition of some walls to enlarge the rooms sacrificed part of the pictorial narrative, which can still be seen today in the rooms that remain intact.
The picture is completed by the perfectly preserved original terracotta floors and period wooden doors, which harmonize with the frescoes and the current furnishings. The overall effect is a cultured yet warm atmosphere, ideal for both private use and charming hospitality.
Annex and outbuildings
The annex (approximately 270 m², 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms) is also divided into two apartments, one per floor, as well as a garage and storage rooms in the basement.
Guest apartment no. 3 (ground floor)
Entrance
Living room
Dining room with kitchenette and pantry
Storage room
Bathroom
Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and private walk-in closet
Guest apartment no. 4 (first floor)
Large living room with kitchenette and dining area
Two bedrooms
Shared bathroom
The property also includes:
Two warehouses (approximately 60 m² and 80 m² – the larger one converted from the old stables)
Garage of approximately 30 m² with external canopy, providing shelter for up to four cars.
These additional spaces lend themselves to a variety of uses: technical rooms, workshops, studios, small exhibition spaces, or additional service units, depending on the buyer’s plans.
Exteriors and botanical park
The scenic heart of Villa Beta is its botanical park of approximately 29,400 m², originally created by lawyer Giuseppe Gaeta, a great lover of plants and gardens.
Over the years, more than 160 botanical species from all over the world have been introduced, with a particular focus on North America. The park holds the distinction of being the first place in Italy to host a specimen of Douglas fir, an element that underlines its historical and naturalistic value.
Today, the park is recognized as a protected area of local interest and has been further enhanced by its current owner, who has used it as a stage for exhibitions, installations, workshops, and artistic experiments, hosting contemporary designers and artists.
Tree-lined avenues, panoramic views, clearings, and shaded areas create an ideal setting for:
private and exclusive events,
creative retreats and artist residencies,
or simply to enjoy nature in private, with a park that has the feel of a small Tuscan “designer garden.”
Location and distances
Basic services (shops, bars, pharmacy): 900 m (2 min)
Montevarchi: 9 km (15 min)
Bucine: 13 km (15 min)
San Giovanni Valdarno: 16 km (25 min)
Gaiole in Chianti: 18 km (25 min)
Radda in Chianti: 22 km (40 min)
Arezzo: 47 km (45 min)
Siena: 52 km (55 min)
Florence: 58 km (approx. 1 hr)
Monteriggioni: 71 km (1 hr 5 min)
Montepulciano: 73 km (1 hr 10 min)
Pienza: 79 km (1 hr 20 min)
Montalcino: 85 km (1 hr 25 min)
San Gimignano: 100 km (1 hr 30 min)
Nearest airports
Florence A. Vespucci: 75 km (approx. 1 hour)
Perugia S. Francesco d’Assisi: 77 miles (1 hour 40 minutes)
Pisa Galileo Galilei: 84 miles (1 hour 40 minutes)
Bologna Marconi: 97 miles (1 hour 50 minutes)
Rome Ciampino: 159 miles (2 hours 55 minutes)
Rome Fiumicino: 271 km (2 hrs 45 mins)
Villa Beta represents a rare combination of historic residence, botanical park and contemporary potential: an ideal property for those looking for a large family home in Tuscany, a charming hospitality project or an artist’s residence capable of communicating with the international scene.
*Swimming Pool available on requesto to Montevarchi Municipality.