Italy castle for sale in Tuscany. Requiring extensive renovation but offers significant development potential. Ideal for residential or hotel development.

15th-Century Castle Montalcino Tuscany Italy

For sale in the Val d’Orcia region of Tuscany, near the medieval town of Montalcino, is a 15th-century castle with over 3,600 square metres (39,069 square feet) of interior space. This historic property requires extensive renovation but offers significant development potential. It could be transformed into a luxury private residence or a boutique hotel with up to 25 en-suite bedrooms. The complex also includes a private chapel and other ancillary buildings.

The castle is situated approximately 3 kilometres from a village with basic amenities and about 20 minutes by car from larger towns like San Giovanni d’Asso and Montalcino. Its location is ideal for accessing key destinations in Val d’Orcia, including Pienza, Montepulciano, Bagno Vignoni, and San Quirico, all within a 30-minute drive.

Perched on a hill overlooking the Asso River, the castle features a classic 15th-century design that evolved into a “fortified farm” typical of the Sienese area. It is distinguished by brick ramparts with a perimeter walkway. Historical records date the property to 1453, with notable modifications in the 19th century when manorial quarters were updated, including frescoes that remain visible today. The castle’s layout includes a large central courtyard surrounded by various sections such as the keep, manorial quarters, servants’ quarters, former olive mill, stables, and cellars. However, decades of neglect after World War II have left the structure in need of significant restoration, including floors, roofs, and overall consolidation. As a protected asset under the Soprintendenza delle Belle Arti, any restoration work must be approved by heritage authorities.

Adjacent to the castle is a two-story warehouse, believed to have been a watchtower, and across the road lies an octagonal manorial chapel, both requiring renovation. An electrical cabin also forms part of the property. The estate includes 5,900 square metres (1.4 acres) of garden and a further 1,300 square metres of wooded land. The elevated position offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, characterized by rolling hills, vineyards and cultivated fields.

This historic property is an excellent opportunity for use as a prestigious private residence or a luxury hospitality venture. The central courtyard and private chapel also make it an ideal venue for events such as weddings and corporate gatherings.

  • TYPE: 15th-century Italy castle for sale in Tuscany
  • CONDITION: Needing restoration
  • LOCATION: Hilly, very panoramic
  • ACCESS: Unpaved road
  • MUNICIPALITY: Montalcino
  • PROVINCE: Siena
  • REGION: Tuscany
  • INTERIORS: 3,729 square metres (40,123 square feet)
  • TOTAL ROOMS: 40
  • BEDROOMS: 25+
  • BATHROOMS: 25+
  • ANNEXES: chapel, storage
  • MAIN FEATURES: Brick walls, ramparts, vaulted ceilings, brick arches, historical cellars, chemin-de-ronde, wooden beams, terracotta flooring, 19th-century frescoes, original fireplaces, paved courtyard, manorial chapel, panoramic views of Val d’Orcia
  • EXTERIORS: 7,200 square metres (1.8 acres)
  • GARDEN: Yes but needs to be recovered
  • SWIMMING POOL: No, but possible
  • ELECTRICITY: Needs to be connected
  • WATER SUPPLY: Needs to be connected
  • TELEPHONE: Needs to be connected
  • ADSL: Possible
  • GAS: Needs to be connected
  • HEATING SYSTEM: Needs to be installed
  • CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS Closest services (3km; 5’), San Giovanni d’Asso (7km; 10’), Montalcino (12km; 15’), Buonconvento (15km; 25’), Asciano (20km; 25’), Pienza (24km; 30’), San Quirico d’Orcia (31km; 35’), Bagno Vignoni (37km; 45’), Montepulciano (38km; 40’), Siena (43km; 55’), Casole d’Elsa (77km; 1h 20’), San Gimignano (83km; 1h 30’), Certaldo (86km; 1h 25’), Volterra (101km; 2h), Florence (133km; 1h 55’)
  • CLOSEST AIRPORTS Grosseto C. Baccarini (90km; 1h 30’), Firenze A. Vespucci (146km; 1h 45’), Pisa G. Galilei (207km; 2h 25’), Bologna G. Marconi (228km; 2h 40’), Roma Ciampino (229km; 2h 50’), Roma Fiumicino (243km; 2h 40’)

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