Portion of Ancient Convent for Sale in Montevarchi

Charming portion of antique convent near Montevarchi: independent entrance, wood-fired oven, 2 vaulted cellars, kitchen with fireplace, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 300 sqm courtyard, 50 sqm loggia. Ideal for a boutique B&B. General Description: Nestled in a small hilltop hamlet just outside Montevarchi, this independent portion of a former convent spans two levels. The ground floor features an original wood-fired oven and two spacious stone-vaulted cellars—perfect for wine storage or workshop space. Upstairs, the first floor offers a stone-hearth kitchen with a large fireplace, a cozy sitting room, two double bedrooms and a windowed bathroom. A fully enclosed 300 sqm courtyard and a 50 sqm covered loggia complete the property. The building retains its historic character and awaits a full renovation to reveal its true potential. Interior Description: Entering via a private stone staircase, you arrive on the ground floor where the ancient oven and adjoining cellars create a dramatic, authentic atmosphere. The first floor opens into a generous kitchen with fireplace, leading to a separate sitting room. Original timber beams and stone walls accentuate the period charm. Two double bedrooms share a full, windowed bathroom appointed with contemporary fixtures. Exterior Description: The 300 sqm courtyard is paved in traditional terracotta and bordered by flowering shrubs. The 50 sqm loggia, with stone arches and vaulted brick ceiling, offers a shaded dining or lounge area overlooking the valley. The exterior stone façade and terracotta roof tiles are well preserved, retaining the convent’s historic character. Main Features: – Levels: 2 (ground and first floor) – Bedrooms: 2 – Bathrooms: 1 – Cellars: 2 vaulted, stone-lined – Wood-fired oven: yes – Kitchen with fireplace: yes – Private courtyard: 300 sqm – Covered loggia: 50 sqm – Independent entrance: yes – Energy class: G Details on Utilities: Mains water and electricity connected; provision made for methane heating and radiators; groundwork completed for HVAC installation; all systems require finalization and compliance updates. Uses and Potential: Ideal as a characterful family residence or boutique hospitality venue (B&B, holiday rental). The cellars suit wine-tasting events or artisanal workshops, while the loggia and courtyard provide elegant spaces for dining or receptions. Local Real Estate Market: As of March 2025, the average asking price in Montevarchi is approximately € 1 392/m², with historic properties commanding a slight premium within the hamlet rising to € 1 600–1 800/m². Transaction volumes average 120 sales per year, and the average time on market is 100 days, reflecting steady demand for rustic conversions. Tourist and Historical Information: Montevarchi, the gateway to the Upper Valdarno, dates back to Etruscan and medieval origins. Highlights include the Collegiata di San Lorenzo with its famed Della Robbia terracottas and the Paleontological Museum housed in the old Franciscan convent, showcasing thousands of Pliocene-Pleistocene fossils. Nearby walking trails traverse vineyards and olive groves, while the town’s annual festivals—such as the Palio dei Ciuchi—celebrate its rich cultural heritage. Enogastronomic tourism is anchored by local Chianti and Vino Nobile producers. Distances: Montevarchi centre: 0.3 km Montevarchi railway station: 1.3 km A1 Valdarno motorway exit: 4 km Arezzo: 28 km Florence: 75 km Siena: 90 km Collegiata di San Lorenzo: 0.6 km Paleontological Museum: 0.6 km Levanella medieval borgo: 5 km Valdarno vineyards: 3–10 km