Country house for sale in Cortona

Country house for sale in Cortona, Arezzo. Restored 17th-century stone property of 200 sqm with winter garden, outdoor Finnish sauna, pond, bamboo grove, olive grove, and vineyard. Ideal as a charming Tuscan country residence or boutique hospitality investment. General Description: Perched on the gentle rolling hills framing the renowned Etruscan city of art of Cortona, we offer for sale an authentic 17th-century stone farmhouse, masterfully restored with meticulous regard for traditional Tuscan architectural heritage. The property is distributed over two levels with a total commercial surface area of approximately 200 sqm, encompassing ten harmonious rooms embellished with authentic historic materials, exposed chestnut timber beams with terracotta ceiling tiles, and large sunlit windows that interact continuously with the surrounding rural landscape. The location guarantees total seclusion and tranquility without being isolated, lying just a short drive from the historic walled town center, the shops and conveniences of Camucia, and primary regional rail and motorway connections across the Valdichiana. The estate includes an exceptional private park landscaped as a holistic wellness sanctuary, enriched by an ornamental pond, a scenic bamboo grove, an outdoor Finnish sauna, and agricultural grounds featuring a productive olive grove with secular trees and a boutique vineyard. Interior Description: The farmhouse interior pairs the timeless warmth of a period residence with contemporary living comforts. The ground floor accommodates the primary day quarters, organized into a double living room with a historic fireplace in pietra serena, a welcoming dining room, a traditional chef's kitchen opening directly to outdoor terraces, and a secluded private study ideal for remote professional work. A standout feature of the ground floor is an elegant glass-enclosed winter garden orangerie, offering an inspiring reading sanctuary immersed in natural daylight across all seasons. The internal staircase leads up to the first floor, hosting the primary sleeping quarters with generous bedrooms distinguished by handmade antique terracotta floors, vaulted ceiling beams, and bathrooms finished with select regional stones. All indoor spaces present in immaculate structural and aesthetic order, immediately ready for occupancy. Exterior Description: The park surrounding the farmhouse represents an accomplished work of rural landscaping and natural harmony. The grounds, bordered by dry-stone retaining walls and rows of Italian cypresses, provide shaded outdoor al fresco dining areas, natural flagstone sunbathing terraces, and a bespoke barrel-shaped outdoor Finnish sauna in solid natural wood nestled near the bamboo grove for open-air wellness rituals. The ornamental garden pond, enriched with aquatic flora and water lilies, creates an atmospheric microclimate and a romantic historic ambiance. The productive agricultural land consists of a mature olive grove featuring secular trees that provide private extra-virgin Tuscan olive oil production alongside a well-tended vineyard ideal for small-scale artisanal winemaking. The estate is approached via an orderly private gravel driveway offering extensive shaded parking within the fenced perimeter. Main Features: Commercial area: approximately 200 sqm Rooms: 10 rooms distributed across two levels Historical origin: original 17th-century building (circa 1600s) Maintenance status: excellent, fully and tastefully restored Winter garden: scenic all-glass orangerie overlooking the park Wellness features: outdoor Finnish wood barrel sauna and sun terrace Landscape elements: private ornamental pond and natural bamboo grove Agricultural land: exclusive parkland with productive secular olive grove and vineyard Parking: private exterior parking bays inside the fenced perimeter Position: panoramic, tranquil hillside setting minutes from Cortona center Accessibility: convenient and well-kept country road connection Utility Details: The residence is equipped with an autonomous heating system powered by an efficient boiler combined with a wood-burning thermal fireplace for tailored independent temperature control on both levels. Domestic water supply is connected to the municipal aqueduct network, complemented by a private artesian well and rainwater cisterns dedicated to automated garden, vineyard, and olive grove irrigation. The electrical wiring conforms to current residential safety regulations, configured with dedicated power lines for the exterior sauna and landscape night lighting. Wastewater is handled via an authorized Imhoff purification tank fully compliant with local environmental standards for protected hillside estates. Broadband internet connectivity is supplied through high-speed fixed-wireless access and satellite services. Uses and Potential: The combination of authentic 17th-century stonework, private wellness features, and close proximity to historic Cortona awards this property remarkable adaptability. As an exclusive primary home or rural retreat, it offers classic Tuscan countryside living with peaceful natural surroundings suited for prolonged stays far removed from metropolitan noise. In terms of hospitality and leisure investment, the estate holds all the characteristics preferred by prime international travelers: the outdoor sauna, winter garden, private lake, and surrounding vineyards make it an exceptional candidate for high-end vacation rental markets with premium weekly rental rates, as well as an inspiring venue for holistic retreats and bespoke creative workshops. Local Real Estate Market: The surrounding countryside of Cortona remains one of the most resilient and internationally recognized micro-markets in Tuscany. Comparative statistical analysis of property transactions throughout prime Cortonese hills indicates sale prices for renovated historical farmhouses and rustici ranging from 2,200 euros/sqm to 3,400 euros/sqm, with trophy country homes featuring wellness installations and agricultural land commanding peak values between 3,800 and 4,200 euros/sqm. A 200 sqm restored historic home with manicured parkland, olive grove, vineyard, and sauna holds a median valuation between 2,600 euros/sqm and 3,100 euros/sqm. In the short-term international luxury rental market, standalone properties with these lifestyle assets consistently command peak weekly rental rates between 2,400 and 4,200 euros during the summer season, generating gross annual rental yields between 6.8% and 8.5%, buoyed by strong demand from North American and Northern European travelers. Tourist and Historical Information: Cortona stands as one of the most prominent historic centers of the ancient Etruscan Dodecapolis, set at an elevation of approximately 500 meters with sweeping views stretching across the Valdichiana plain toward the waters of Lake Trasimeno and Mount Amiata. The town reveals thousands of years of human craftsmanship, from massive cyclopean Etruscan perimeter walls to medieval vaulted alleyways and Renaissance palazzi. At the town core, Piazza della Repubblica and Piazza Signorelli are framed by the 13th-century Town Hall with its monumental outdoor staircase and Palazzo Casali, home of the MAEC (Museum of the Etruscan Academy and the City of Cortona). Celebrated masterpieces preserved at the MAEC include the rare 5th-century BC bronze Etruscan Chandelier, the inscribed bronze Tabula Cortonensis, and a collection of works by Cortona-born Futurist painter Gino Severini. Just steps away, the Diocesan Museum houses world-class religious art, notably Fra Angelico's Annunciation and key masterworks by Luca Signorelli. Towering above the upper town are the Medici Fortress of the Girifalco and the Sanctuary of Santa Margherita, which enshrines the patron saint of Cortona. At the foot of the hill rests the Renaissance masterpiece Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie al Calcinaio, designed on a Latin cross plan by Sienese architect Francesco di Giorgio Martini. Deep in the forested hillside gorge nearby sits the Franciscan Hermitage Le Celle, established in 1211 by Saint Francis of Assisi in a setting of profound quietude. Cortona is also celebrated for international events including the long-running Cortonantiquaria antique fair and the Cortona On The Move international photography exhibition. The local culinary landscape honors the prized Chianina beef IGP, handmade pici pasta with slow-cooked duck ragout, raw-milk pecorino cheeses, and prestigious wines of the Cortona DOC, renowned across global markets for distinctive Syrah that thrives in these clay-rich soils. Distances: Historic Center of Cortona (Piazza della Repubblica): 3.5 km Meloni del Sodo Etruscan Archaeological Complex: 4.8 km Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie al Calcinaio: 3.2 km Franciscan Hermitage Le Celle: 5.1 km Camucia-Cortona Railway Station: 5.5 km Castiglione del Lago and Lake Trasimeno: 18 km Arezzo and Piazza Grande: 29 km Montepulciano and Vino Nobile cellars: 31 km A1 Motorway Tollgate (Valdichiana exit): 22 km Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport: 58 km To learn more about the farmhouse and discover all its wonders, it is necessary to submit a letter of intent (LOI) and identity documents. This process is essential to ensure maximum professionalism, as we address exclusively reliable clients interested in an investment.