5 Bedroom Apartment In Tuscany

Property Details: Bedrooms: 5;  Bathrooms: 2; Plot size: 570 m2; Habitable space: 220 m2.

Features: 5 bedrooms; Additional land and annex available; Character property; Original features; Panoramic terrace; Parking Space; Restored; Terrace; Vaults.

In the countryside between Volterra and San Gimignano, a very charming property that dates back to the 10th century, an old monastery was inhabited by Benedictine nuns.

The hamlet comprises 5 other units and a picturesque chapel that has origins back in the 11th century. Originally the hamlet was part of the Volterra territory, now it is officially part of Colle di Val d'Elsa.

The property is a second-floor 220 sqm apartment with a kitchen, a stunning living room with fireplace with access to the panoramic terrace, 2 bathrooms, and a long corridor that leads to 5 original monastery cells/bedrooms which boast barrel vaults.

All windows and doors have been restored and are in good condition. Heating is with LPG.

The property has been carefully renovated, enhancing and maintaining the original features, a peaceful place where it is possible to relax and meditate and at the same time benefit from the unspoiled Tuscan nature.

The house is easily accessible by a 600-meter unpaved road and the closest village with restaurants and bar is only 4 km. In 20 minutes it is possible to reach San Gimignano, Volterra is only half an hour by car, Siena is 35 minutes, Pisa international airport is 1 hour and half an hour.