Ancient Farmhouse To Renovate In The Crete Senesi

Nestled in the heart of the Crete Senesi in the municipality of Asciano, in the province of Siena, we offer for sale this splendid farmhouse dating back to 1813. In a dominant position on a hill, in an area with a characteristic and unique conformation, important also at a historical and cultural level - just think of the Tolomei family who bought the nearby castle in 1319, initially used to store crop supplies, and later as a guard outpost over a territory already much coveted at the time - this ancient farmhouse was of great importance for the cultivation of the surrounding land. The name ”Crete” Senesi derives from the clay, or creta, present in the soil, giving the landscape a characteristic gray-blue color and an appearance often described as lunar. This characteristic clay, mixed with rock salt and gypsum, represents the sediments of the Pliocene sea that covered the area between 2.5 and 4.5 million years ago. The landscape is characterized by barren and gently rolling hills, solitary oaks and cypress trees, farmhouses like this one isolated atop the heights, woods in the hollows, and the ”fontoni” that collect rainwater. The farmhouse, approximately 500 sqm with the possibility of extensions, is completely in need of renovation with a skilful conservative restoration intervention. It is surrounded by one hectare of land with olive trees and cypresses in total privacy, and enjoys stunning 360 views, including the aforementioned castle. The property is completed by a delightful private lake.