Description in Detail
Hamlet Tuscan Sun is located on a fascinating hilltop, very close to Cortona. The estate holds 7 buildings and more than 12 bedrooms. The Hamlet sits on 10 ha of land and also includes Vineyards, Olive trees, and forest.
Building 1 – 90 m2
The first building measures approximately 90 m2 and is currently a restaurant. Here we can find a beautiful patio for lunch and dinner, a reception, a bathroom, a pantry and a professional kitchen.
Building 2 – 250 m2
The second building is divided into two living units: the current owner’s apartment and a small apartment. The small apartment is composed of a living area with kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom. The main apartment is separated onto two floors; on the ground floor we can find a living room, kitchen, dining room and a bathroom; and on the first floor, two bedrooms and a bathroom.
Building 3 – 100 m2
Is called ‘Casa Torre’ or ‘Tower Home’ because it was once an old watchtower. The tower develops on 3 levels, and currently includes a living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms.
Building 4 – 250 m2
The fourth building is divided onto two floors and holds a separate apartment on each level. The ground floor apartment consists of a large salon, kitchen, dining area, pantry, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The first-floor apartment has a living room, kitchen, laundry area, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms.
Building 5 – 80 m2
This building is also called ‘Seccatoio’, which translates as ‘drying out’; because many years ago it was here that tobacco was dried. The building consists of one floor, where we can find a living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen.
Building 6 – 40 m2
Agricultural Annex
Building 7 – 120 m2
Storage Building
Both buildings 6 and 7 require some renovation works. They are both currently used for work purposes in the agricultural business.
The property is surrounded by approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres) of land, where we find 730 olive trees, 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres) of vineyards, 1,6 hectares (3.9 acres) of woodland; along with remaining uncultivated land and woods.
The current owners produce approximately 400 liters/year of wine (mainly Red Wine) for the family and restaurant.
The grapes cultivated are Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo, Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia (Chianti grapes).
The white grapes are used for a small production of Vin Santo.
Depending upon the season, between 4-7 quintals of olive oil are produced: Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino olives.
The property is currently an Agricultural Farm Business and holds an Agriturismo license.
This property is perfect for those who want a change in lifestyle, who want to own a home in one of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany and manage a fun and profitable business.
Current State and Condition
The property is in overall good condition, however, there is some renovation work needed to be done.
Land Registry Details
The property is owned by private individuals, in the case of purchase, it is subjected to the registration tax of 9% on the cadastral value.
Potential Uses
The property is currently an Agricultural Farm Business and holds an Agriturismo license. This property is perfect for those who want a change in lifestyle, who want to own a home in one of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany while managing a fun and profitable business.