Scenic beauty envelops this inviting jewel

In the Tuscan countryside, Maremma has become a much prized destination for its scenic coastline, sprawling hills and wild, natural forests filled with pinewoods. The feeling of la dolce vita, the sweet life, still resounds here.

Maremma is the perfect blend of untouched nature, with sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, endless green fields of olive groves and vineyards and small ancient towns with historical architectural jewels. The region is also home to the 9,800 hectares Maremma National Park, which boasts an unspoilt beauty that makes it immensely popular with hikers and horse-riders. All this is accompanied by an outstanding culinary tradition, where good home-made food and wine are king.

This historic old farm enjoys a timeless refinement, boasting an idyllic setting among tranquil country scenery. It enjoys a wonderful location at the foot of the hills of the Maremma Toscana, near the medieval village of Scarlino and only four kilometres from the sea and the new marina. Several beaches are nearby, including the gorgeous Follonica Beach, as well as Cala Violina, one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Italy.

In yachting circles, Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) is a desirable destination where many yachting enthusiasts converge to enjoy its natural beauty, abundance of sights and sailing-friendly infrastructure. The Marina di Scarlino is one of the most modern and efficient Tyrrhenian yachting ports, with 950 berths, and capacity to allow boats of up to 40 metres.

The finest of Tuscany comes wrapped up in this beautifully renovated stone farmhouse, which has maintained its old-world charm whilst offering high-quality appointments in an elegant, subtle décor. The estate boasts many typical Tuscan features such as terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams and feature brickwork.

The owners have brought the land and buildings back to their original beauty and productivity. The farmhouse is an azienda agrituristica, a combined farm and agriturismo farmhouse holiday property, offering charming and elegant styling with comfortable living.

The estate currently consists of a farmhouse, holiday apartments and cottages, two restaurants, vineyard and outbuildings. The farm extends over 40 hectares of land, partly arable, featuring a vineyard and olive grove of about 750 trees. The estate produces fines wines as well as extra virgin olive oil.

There is also an opportunity to further expand the estate with an additional building and extend the grounds with a hectare of parkland. The grounds are peaceful and picture-perfect, with enchanting sunflower fields, from where the views of the town of Scarlino and its imposing medieval castle can be enjoyed.

This luxury estate is an exquisite lifestyle investment.

Price: €5.5 million.

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A splendid vineyard estate in Tuscany: A wine lover’s dream

It is easy to see why Tuscany retains such timeless appeal. The region is a gorgeously romantic blend of centuries of art, culture and history, seen in its famous jewels such as Florence, Lucca, Siena and Pisa, as well as in its swathes of picture-postcard countryside and 260 kilometres of stunning coastline. But it is not just enthusiasts of art and architecture who come to indulge in their beloved passion, Tuscany is also a paradise for gastronomes, gourmets and wine connoisseurs.

This is a unique opportunity to own a distinctive winery and vineyard in Tuscany. Nestled in a hilly area in the heart of one of the major wine- and olive-growing regions of Tuscany, this premium vineyard estate is just 50 kilometres from Pisa and six kilometres from the sea.

Boasting picturesque views of fertile vineyards, lush olive groves and acres of private natural landscapes, the exceptional estate combines a historical villa originally built in the 18th century and an olive oil- and wine-producing estate.

Grandly scaled, the farm estate consists of 400 hectares, including five hectares of olive groves and 65 hectares of vineyards, the vast majority being DOC vineyards. The wine estate produces two main varietals, Tuscan Sangiovese and Trebbiano. Other varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The favourable soil and climate provide the ideal terroir for the production of 15 wine types and some 300,000 bottles of wine.

The olive grove on the estate, which consists of about 1,200 trees, produces about 20 tons of extra virgin olive oil. Most are typical Tuscan cultivars, namely Leccino, Frantoio, Moraiolo and Lazzero.

The restored principal residence offers 800m² of living space and is surrounded by 5,000m2 of gardens, vineyards and olive groves.

The immaculate one-of-a-kind wine estate features a 400m² wine tasting room, a store, renovated farmhouse used as staff accommodation, offices and various outbuildings.

The grounds also feature a forest of 150 hectares, grassland, arable land and woodland, with 40 hectares dedicated to autumn/winter cereals such as hard and soft wheat, barley and oats, or renewal crops such as corn and sunflowers.

The Tuscan property is not only spectacular, it is a priceless piece of real estate.

Price upon request.

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Superlatives can never do justice to the vista and understated elegance of the beautifully presented country estate

There is a millennium-old history to this estate, situated midway between Florence and Rome, perched strategically atop a hill that affords breathtaking views over Val d’Orcia. Regarded as the real icon of Tuscany, Val d’Orcia is the quintessential Tuscan landscape – an area recognized by UNESCO in 2004 as a World Heritage Site. Here is a rare opportunity to own one of Val d’Orcia’s foremost properties.

Just south of Siena, Val d’Orcia has become one of Italy’s most sought destinations. Close by are Pienza – considered the most perfect Renaissance town in Italy – the medieval hot springs of Bagno Vignoni, the walled town of San Quirico d’Orcia and the wine capitals of Montalcino and Montepulciano, arguably Italy’s most important wine territory.

This is a land that has inspired artists and writers from the world over, and has served as the backdrop for some of cinema’s finest films. Important films like the Oscar winner “The English Patient”, ”Gladiator” and “Under the Tuscan Sun” were filmed here, cementing Val d’Orcia’s beauty in cinematic history.

The same scenic setting that has inspired film producers makes Val d’Orcia, with its proximity to Siena and Florence, a coveted area for Tuscan property buyers, too, as well as those searching for lands that produce fine wines and premium olive oils.

This is an idyllic location, a world of natural splendour that envelops the estate. It is a place of timeless beauty and tranquillity. The residence is blessed with breathtaking 360-degree panoramas, set on a peaceful hilltop spot that overlooks the historic medieval towns of Pienza, San Quirico d’Orcia, Torrenieri and Montalcino.

It is hard to match the panoramic locale, scenic backdrop and grandness of this estate.

Offering sophistication and grace, and adorned with the finest of finishes, the historic estate has been crafted for a life of grand-scale living and world-class entertaining. The homestead is a property of majestic proportions, featuring an unsurpassed 1,000m² of pure luxury and classic elegance. It features nine en suite bedrooms, a large kitchen with a grand fireplace and an impressive living area. The property also offers two single-bedroom independent apartments, wine cellar, garage and stables. There is a private pool and a small lake.

The property is steeped in history: the courtyard farmhouse was mentioned in documents dating back to 1074 AD, while the main building is a 17th-century former convent. The old farmhouse has retained all the traditional features of a typical Tuscan country home, with terracotta floors, travertine stone staircase and chestnut ceiling beams.

The elegantly imposing estate presides over five hectares of land, replete with 1,000 olive trees for the production of extra virgin olive oil, plus dozens of 500-year-old cypress trees.

The grand estate would be ideal as a magnificent private residence for a large family, their dream home in a dream location. It also lends itself to countless other uses, including an exclusive, up-market boutique hotel, corporate retreat, wellness centre or event venue.

This is the ultimate country estate, where elegance and sophistication preside forever.

Price: €4.5 million.

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