Immobiliare ItalianoItalian real estate and property for sale in Italy
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Castle of Italy |
€1,950,000
CASTELLO GAIOLE - For Sale
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Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 8
External Area 22000 m²
Internal Area 1480 m²
Heating Radiators
Features Stone and brick walls, wooden beams, terracotta tiles, stone staircase, vaulted ceilings, original fireplaces, terraced garden, swimming pool, olive trees, private garage, deconsecrated church
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11th Century castle of Italy for sale. Located near Gaiole in Chianti in Tuscany, the castle has 6 bedrooms, a 2-bedroom guest unit, a deconsecrated church (used as an art studio), land, olive trees, a garden and a swimming pool. A lovely, prestigious private home which could also be used for commercial activity. Italian Castle for sale Chianti TuscanyThis medieval Italian castle for sale stands on the edge of a small village near Gaiole in Chianti, in the province of Siena, Tuscany. The property includes approximately 1,480 square metres (15,925 square feet) of buildings, eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a deconsecrated church, an independent guesthouse, a cellar and a private garage. The estate also has a terraced garden, a 16 × 8 metre swimming pool, olive trees and approximately 2.2 hectares (5.4 acres) of land. Built primarily from local white stone and believed to date from the early 11th century, the castle occupies a panoramic position in the Chianti Classico wine region. Historical accounts associate the property with the Ricasoli family from around 1100, when it was reportedly used as a fortified residence during conflicts of the Middle Ages. The castle remains habitable, although modernisation and improvement work would allow a new owner to update its services and interiors while retaining its historic character. The estate lies at the boundary between the village and the surrounding woodland and olive groves. Two independent entrances provide access: one directly from the village and another through the private garden. The paved road access is suitable for year-round use, while Gaiole in Chianti is approximately 4 kilometres away and Radda in Chianti is around 6 kilometres away. The main castle measures approximately 900 square metres (9,684 square feet) and contains six bedrooms and six bathrooms arranged over four floors. Its stone walls, vaulted ceilings, wooden beams, terracotta tiles, original fireplaces and internal stone staircase retain the architectural character expected of a medieval castle in Tuscany. The principal entrance opens into a large hall containing the original staircase leading to the upper floors and tower. The ground floor also includes a spacious kitchen with direct access to the garden and a stone-paved outdoor area. An adjoining apartment has its own entrance and contains a kitchen and living room with a fireplace, one bedroom and one bathroom. The first floor contains three reception rooms, two with antique fireplaces, and a library with a fireplace. A large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom completes this level. Three further bedrooms are located on the second floor, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The upper floor of the tower contains the principal bedroom. From here, there is access to a panoramic terrace with open views across the hills, vineyards, woodland and villages of the Chianti countryside. A deconsecrated church of approximately 250 square metres (2,690 square feet) stands within the estate and is currently used as an art studio. This substantial historic space could continue to be used as a studio, gallery, or private event room, subject to any necessary permissions and change-of-use requirements. The independent guesthouse measures approximately 80 square metres (861 square feet) and is arranged over two floors. Renovated during the 1990s, it contains two large rooms with fireplaces, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It provides separate accommodation for guests, staff or extended family. Additional buildings include a cellar of approximately 190 square metres (2,044 square feet) and a private garage of around 60 square metres (646 square feet). Together with the castle, church and guesthouse, these buildings bring the total interior area to approximately 1,480 square metres. The well-maintained garden covers approximately 4,700 square metres and is arranged over terraces shaded by mature trees. It descends towards the panoramic 16 × 8 metre swimming pool, which is set among natural rock and travertine paving. The remaining agricultural land and olive grove extend to approximately 1.7 hectares (4.2 acres). The complete estate covers approximately 2.2 hectares (5.4 acres), providing manageable grounds around the historic buildings without isolating the property from local services. Mains electricity and mains water are connected, and the estate also has a private well. Heating is provided by an LPG-fired radiator system, while internet is available. This castle in Tuscany is well placed for access to the principal towns and cultural centres of central Italy. Siena is approximately 25 kilometres away, Florence is 55 kilometres away, and Arezzo is 62 kilometres away. San Gimignano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Pienza, Cortona and Volterra are also within driving distance. Florence Airport is approximately one hour away. Perugia, Pisa and Bologna airports provide additional international connections, while Rome can be reached by road in approximately two hours and thirty-five minutes. For buyers searching for an Italian castle for sale, this property combines a substantial medieval residence, independent accommodation, a former church, historic architectural details, a swimming pool and land in the Chianti Classico area. It could remain a large private residence or be adapted for hospitality, cultural or event-related use, subject to planning, licensing and local authority approval.
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