Finely restored rustic farmhouse for sale in Volterra
Price: On request
Ref.: A1190RC17152
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Charming rural home with large private park, natural water stream, and secondary structures for sale in Volterra
Rustic farmhouse for sale in Volterra, Pisa. Beautiful 230 sqm property with 15 overall rooms, vast land with fruit trees, natural stream, and outbuilding. Ideal as a prestigious residence or elite tourist investment.
General Description:
In the extraordinary landscape surrounding the historic city of Volterra, nestled at the foot of the famous village of Etruscan origin, stands this charming and historic rural farmhouse. The property, which is in excellent maintenance conditions thanks to a wise and recent conservative restoration, is set in a context of absolute quiet and total privacy. Immersed in a magnificent private park embellished with contemporary art installations, fruit trees, and bordered by a relaxing natural water stream, this home sublimely blends the rustic character of the Tuscan construction tradition with the comfort and exclusivity of a private green oasis. A unique solution for those seeking the perfect combination of untouched nature, art, and proximity to the services of the historical village.
Interior Description:
The main residence develops over multiple residential levels for a total commercial floor area of approximately 230 sqm divided into 15 overall rooms. The interior spaces are characterized by extraordinary natural light and the meticulous preservation of typical Tuscan architectural elements, such as exposed stone walls, terracotta arches, rough wooden beam ceilings, and artisanal floors. The design choice to maintain a flexible interior layout without pre-configured bedrooms and bathrooms offers the buyer extraordinary customization freedom. The generous interior size allows for creating up to five spacious double bedrooms equipped with dedicated en-suite bathrooms, a large representative living room with a period fireplace, and a traditional eat-in kitchen with wide openings that create a constant visual telescope over the surrounding countryside.
Exterior Description:
The farmhouse is surrounded by an immense private land plot for exclusive use extending along the gentle hilly slopes of the Cecina Valley. The outdoor space hosts a beautifully maintained garden park enriched by a wide variety of fully producing fruit trees, flat areas dedicated to summer relaxation, and a suggestive natural stream flowing peacefully along the boundaries of the property. The garden is further embellished with permanent artistic installations that transform the park into an open-air art gallery. The property is completed by several convenient independent outbuildings to be used as guest dependances or creative workshops, alongside comfortable areas dedicated to private vehicle parking.
Main Features:
Commercial surface: about 230 sqm
Private land: vast hilly park with fruit trees and natural stream
Artistic installations: Yes, contemporary art works in the garden
Total rooms: 15
Bedrooms: to customize (0 current in the flexible layout)
Bathrooms: to customize (0 current in the flexible layout)
Structural conditions: Excellent (recently renovated)
Heating: Independent (set up)
Agricultural outbuildings: Yes, separate independent secondary structures
Location: Hilly and private at the foot of the historic village
Utilities Details:
The property is equipped with independent, updated, and fully efficient technological systems built from scratch. The heating is prepared with modern high-efficiency systems for each level of the home, guaranteeing maximum flexibility in the final choice between underfloor radiant systems or radiators. Water supply is guaranteed by regular connection to the public aqueduct network and is supported by a private well connected to storage tanks with an autoclave, ideal for managing the irrigation of the large garden. Wastewater disposal occurs via a legally compliant Imhoff septic tank. The solid wood window frames are complete with double thermal glazing for perfect thermal and acoustic insulation.
Uses and Potential:
This charming estate represents one of the most versatile and exclusive real estate opportunities in the province of Pisa. Thanks to the independence of the secondary structures and the modularity of the interior layout, the farmhouse is perfect as a luxury private residence for lovers of art and nature, or as an exclusive center for holistic retreats, artist residencies, and meditation courses. The proximity to Volterra and the presence of a private art park guarantee exceptional income potential should you decide to enter the property in the international market of prestigious seasonal tourist rentals, which are highly requested in this specific area of Tuscany.
Local Real Estate Market:
The real estate market in the municipality of Volterra highlights a trend of solid stability, driven by strong foreign demand polarized towards stone farmhouses and prestigious restored historical homes. Comparative statistical analyses in the area indicate that average asking prices for residential properties in the municipality stand around €1,916/sqm, recording steady growth for independent hilly solutions. Specifically for prestigious farmhouses and rustic estates equipped with large private parks and exclusive appurtenances, average market values rise significantly, fluctuating stably between €1,750/sqm and €2,900/sqm based on the quality of finishes and the extension of land. Purchasing an entirely renovated 230 sqm structure with a private stream and an art park represents an investment with high value preservation, protected by the scarcity of similar properties in the area.
Tourist and Historical Information:
Volterra is an authentic treasure chest of history, famous worldwide for its intact medieval urban layout rising on a hill dominating the Cecina Valley. Of ancient Etruscan origins, the city preserves imposing millenary testimonies such as the monumental Porta dell'Arco, dating back to the 4th-3rd century BC, and the mighty cyclopean walls. The beating heart of the village is represented by Piazza dei Priori, dominated by the 13th-century Palazzo dei Priori, the oldest municipal building in Tuscany which inspired the design of Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. The territory preserves extraordinary art treasures in the Guarnacci Etruscan Museum, home of the famous bronze statuette "Ombra della Sera", and in the Civic Art Gallery which houses the famous "Deposition" by Rosso Fiorentino. Famous worldwide for the traditional handcrafting of alabaster, Volterra houses a magnificent Roman Theatre built in Vallebuona around the year zero, witnessing the city's splendor under the Roman Empire.
Distances:
Volterra historical center: 2 km
Roman Theatre of Vallebuona: 2.5 km
Guarnacci Etruscan Museum: 2.2 km
Piazza dei Priori: 2.3 km
San Gimignano: 30 km
Siena (City of art): 55 km
Pisa (Galileo Galilei International Airport): 62 km
Florence (Tuscan capital): 75 km
Cecina Beaches (Etruscan Coast): 42 km
Lajatico (Teatro del Silenzio): 22 km
To learn more about this rustic farmhouse and discover all its wonders, you must submit a letter of intent (LOI) and proof of identity. This process is essential to ensure the highest level of seriousness and professionalism, as we work exclusively with reliable clients who are interested in making an investment.
Ref.:A1190RC17152
Price:On request
Type:Rural farmhouse
Property size:230 sqm
Condition:Excellent
Rooms:15
Energy class:G
EPI kwh/m2 anno:>175
Garden
City:Volterra
Locality:-
Province:Pisa
Region:Tuscany
Country:Italy


