
Surrounding the house on three sides is a large garden (approximately 2,000m2), with well-established grass, and ample space for a swimming pool. The roof of the house is in excellent condition having been recently replaced in the traditional style.
There are two large brick barns, both structurally in good order, where more accommodation could be added. A large original external oven is in good working order, perfect for making bread and pizzas.
The property is served by a single grey road that is almost private, leading to just the 3 properties on the hillside.
The farmland on which the house is situated, is nearly two hectares (20,000m2), and is of quality suitable for all farming types including wine production.
Its hilltop position offers views over the undulating fields of Val di Chiana, internationally famous for cattle, olive oil and fine wines. Surrounded by the vineyards and farms of Fratticciola, there is plenty of local expertise available to help with the entire viticulture process from start to finish.
Every year the warm community of Fratticciola celebrates the history of their agricultural traditions and for a weekend in October many people visit from near and far. The neighbourhood has already attracted a small number of international residents from USA, UK and other parts of Europe.
The ground floor would make an impressive open-plan living space with a large cavernous kitchen/dining area of 50m2. The stone arches throughout are fabulous original features.
The potential lounge area of 30m2 is east/south-facing and benefits from high ceilings and views to Cortona.
The upstairs, currently accessed by an exterior stone staircase, provides a minimum of 3 large bedrooms (each approximately 20m2) and a family bathroom. From the windows on the first floor there are exceptional views of Fratticciola, Cortona, Castiglion Fiorentino and Montecchio.
Fratticciola is in the heart of Val di Chiana on a hillside between Foiano and Cortona, with easy access to the A1 motorway leading south to Rome and north up to Milan.
The lively nearby town of Castiglion Fiorentino has a spectacular Olympic swimming pool and many good bars and restaurants, while the charming historic Cortona bustles with art, culture and artisan shops.
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The estimated value of the house and land is in the region of €295,000.
The property is owned by a local family in Fratticciola, so a viewing can be easily arranged on request.
If you would like introductions to local farmers to help with any aspect of land management, wine production, or with local builders and construction workers this can also be arranged.