Elegant Country Villa, Chianti Classico
Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena, Chianti, TuscanyWonderful country villa in the Chianti-shire boasting an elegant and authentic character. The villa that in the past was a haven for pilgrims on the way from Siena to the Arno valley, was completely restored in 1996 by its current owners in a classical style which is always up to date. The materials which have been used are basically serene stone, travertine and wood. The villa of about 1056 m2 has an original "L shape" creating two beautiful loggias with arches on the ground floor and on the first floor. The actual interior design of the villa is a great neutral base that future owners can easily customize according to their taste. The villa is bright and generous, spread over two floors with a large kitchen, several living rooms, 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It is located on a hill top with lots of privacy but not far to the main utilities. There is an independent apartment inside the villa with a bedroom and a bathroom. Outside a building has been turned in a spacious garage and there is is a further barn of 80 m2 which after a renovation can become a lovely independent dependance. The property is surrounded by seven hectares of lush green land with 500 olive trees and many cypress trees. The large 15 mt x 5 swimming pool is surrounded by a lavender hedge and officinal plants. The property is completely fenced and also equipped with alarm system, all windows have anti-breaking windows. There is a well for watering and filling the pool. The heating system works with methane and all the facilities are modern and perfectly functional. (Rif. DIC 18)