Description
Tuscan Leopoldina villa - Timeless grandeur
Nestled in the serene hills near Montepulciano stands an authentic Tuscan Leopoldina villa, embodying the essence of rural elegance. This historic abode, a paragon of countryside finesse, proudly sits amidst a lush garden brimming with Mediterranean flora, exuding an atmosphere of timeless grandeur. With its distinctive turret and inviting swimming pool, embraced by a landscape of lavender fields, aromatic herbs, fruit trees, and an olive grove, this villa is a haven of tranquility and beauty. The majestic courtyard welcomes visitors, leading to a foyer that transitions into a spacious room, currently serving as a billiard room. A few steps up, the impressive living room with its high vaulted ceilings and French doors opens to the cortile. The living room includes a cozy fireside seating area, a quiet reading nook, and a refined dining space. The large farmhouse kitchen, separated by glass doors, is equipped with a fireplace and BBQ, and through its wide French window, provides access to a terrace covered by a vegetated pergola, overlooking the enticing pool. On the first floor lies a central sitting room with a warm fireplace, leading to six bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. A stone staircase ascends to the characteristic turret featuring an additional bedroom with bathroom, adorned with authentic pointed arch windows and exposed wooden beams that add unique charm to the space. To complete the first floor there is an apartment accessible via both the gallery and an external stone staircase. Having a private entrance, it is ideal for guests or as a rental property. The swimming pool, with its panoramic views of the rolling hills and the picturesque village of Montefollonico, forms the beating heart of this estate. An annex with a wood-fired oven and a covered seating area completes this idyllic spot, while a walk through the wild garden with its Mediterranean flora, lavender field, fruit trees, and olive grove is a feast for the senses. This villa is not just a perfect family home full of Tuscan history but also suitable as a luxury holiday retreat. In short, a place where life seems to have a bit more luster, the sun appears warmer, and time ticks by just a little slower.
Montefollonico, nestled in the municipality of Torrita di Siena, is a picturesque village hidden in the southern Tuscan hills, offering breathtaking views over the Val di Chiana and Val d'Orcia, an area recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This enchanting place is just a 3 km ride from this property, where one can find restaurants, bars, and services. Montefollonico serves as an ideal home base to explore the cultural treasures of Montepulciano and Pienza, both easily accessible within fifteen minutes. The therapeutic springs of the spas Bagno Vignoni and Chianciano Terme are also nearby. Its strategic position near the A1 makes the village easily reachable from both the north and the south, with the Bettolle tollgate just a short 15 km drive away. Florence airport and the timeless city of Rome are both within a two-hour drive. Thus, Montefollonico stands synonymous with convenience and historical charm, a place where every stone tells its own story.
