With an extraordinarily beautiful landscape, exceptional cuisine, rich olive oil, and a high quality of life, Tuscany has earned its place as one of the most sought-after destinations in Italy to buy a second home. Home to the rolling hills, cypress groves, vineyards, and medieval history of the Val d’Orcia, as well as the quintessential European charm of Pienza, this charming slice of Italian paradise naturally pulls international investors into its orbit.
Tuscany is renowned for its historic properties, and Toscana Immobiliare can provide the best selection of villas, castles, historical houses, and luxury estates across the province. In the unlikely situation that nothing on the extensive portfolio matches your needs, Toscana Immobiliare also offers a search and selection service to locate your ideal home in this exceptional locale.
Val d’Orcia: A Cornucopia of History, Film, Wine, and High Luxury
The distinctive topography, ancient medieval villages, and traditional Tuscan stone farmhouses captivate buyers from around the globe, making the Val d’Orcia one of the most sought-after areas with international investors.
The abundant history of the area has led to an astonishing number of UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the historic center of the village of Pienza (reconstructed as the ‘ideal city’ in the 15th century by Pope Pius II), and later, the Val d’Orcia itself. With its wheat fields and cypress tree partitions, not even film legend Director Ridley Scott was immune to the Val d’Orcia’s charms, and chose the area for the final scene of his classic film, ‘The Gladiator’. With timeless villages like the Castiglione d’Orcia, medieval fortresses like Radicofani, and the natural hot springs of Bagno Vignoni and Bagni di San Filippo, it is unsurprising the area continues to captivate those looking for an exceptional European second home.
People are drawn in by the culture, but their love is cemented by the cuisine. Home to the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wine, exceptional olive oil, Cinta Senese, Pecorino di Pienza, and exclusive white truffles, the Val d’Orcia offers stand-out Italian produce. This fertile land is the inspiration for many works of art, inspiring feelings of abundance through media from Renaissance paintings to landscape photography.
Host to the Val d’Orcia, the province of Siena lies in central Italy and is capitalized by a city of the same name. Framed by rolling countryside, the city of Siena is another UNESCO World Heritage site for its medieval significance; characterized by palaces, churches, fountains, and squares.
Siena is known for its cultural events, such as horseracing’s Palio di Siena (established in 1200), and the Historical Parade (consisting of nearly 700 participants, with standard bearers, musicians, and pages). Whilst there, enjoying traditional dishes is a necessity, and with choices such as pappardelle (fresh pasta) with wild boar, pici (fresh handmade pasta), and ribollita (traditional soup), it’s no wonder people are reluctant to leave.
Living in History; a 14th-Century Villa Renovated to Exacting Standards
Building on the bones of a previous structure along the Via Francienga, this charming villa is ideally situated between Pienza and Montepulciano, overlooking the cinematic landscape. In the heart of Monticchiello, Val d’Orcia, this carefully restored villa has preserved the historical significance of the building and blended this with modern luxury amenities of exacting standards.
Spanning 800 square meters, this property is composed of a main villa and two annexes, a studio, cellars, a loft, and numerous rooms. With a beautiful inner courtyard covered by a vine pergola connecting the buildings, residents and guests can enjoy a pleasant and private walk between structures. In the sprawling main villa, you will find a series of bright rooms with fireplaces, six bedrooms, and five bathrooms. A short, light-dappled walk later leads to the annexes, which both enjoy their own private living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom.
The luxury of the villa is further enhanced by the exceptional 14×5-meter swimming pool, lined by travertine edges, and surrounded by olive trees where it overlooks the Val d’Orcia.
Surrounded by six hectares of cultivated land, fruit trees, medicinal plants, and a producing olive grove of approximately 1500 olive trees, this property is a jewel in Monticchielo’s tiara.
Your Piece of History in Scenic Tuscany
In the heart of the Val d’Orcia, this charming villa embodies the region’s captivating allure. Its historical significance, combined with modern luxury, reflects the essence of this timeless landscape.
The Val d’Orcia, with its UNESCO sites, cultural richness, and delectable cuisine, truly offers a unique European second home experience. With complete pre-sale and after-sale services, an appreciation of client privacy, and expertise in local laws, this historic Tuscan Villa is an excellent example of the high standards Toscana Immobillaire offers its clients.
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