Podere Collevicchi, Le Volpaie Reference: VOL002 City: Volterra Region of Italy: Tuscany (Toscana) Beds: 2, 3 or more Baths: 2, 3 or more Condition: new/restored Year Built: building started Sep 2008 Land/Garden Size: private gardens Status: Available Features: air-conditioning fireplace garage/parking space garden satellite TV swimming-pool Email This Listing to a Friend Printer Friendly Version of This Page View a map of the area Mortgage Calculator Currency Converter Full Description: Among the sweet Tuscan hills, a few kilometres from the “magic, mysterious and charming” little town of Volterra - a characteristic medieval village on the top of a ridge 541m a.s.l. with a marvellous view over the valley - there is the gorgeous Podere Collevicchi It is composed of 3 buildings on top of a Tuscan hills surrounded by tranquil nature. Thanks to its strategic position in the heart of Tuscany famous countryside, about 35 minutes from the sea and at a reasonable distance from the most important cultural centres of the region (Pisa, Siena, Florence – just to mention a few), Volterra is one of the ideal places for relaxing in a very evocative landscape which demands the traveller and the tourist a stop. Volterra and its surroundings offer visitors a variety of different landscapes and richness of historic culture: the result of the interaction between the particular natural characteristics of the territory and the people over three thousand years. The “Podere Collevicchi” stands out in this environment, it provides 10 exclusive and unique units (6 apartments and 4 semidetached houses – possible to convert the semidetached into a whole farmhouse at an early works stage) and , all of them with independent entrance, private garden, parking space, access to common park and a large swimming-pool to make relaxation complete. This will be a place to live with intensity, as it reveals little by little its nuances and differences, civilizations and cultures that make it “unique” and inimitable. The architecture and old materials, traditions of the Tuscany, will be preserved by skilled masters in the art of building and restoration. The high quality materials and finishing used will make Podere Collevicchi a pearl in this idyllic setting. For example the traditional Tuscan ceilings with wooden beans and terracotta on top or the famous Volterra’s ceiling which is made of small vaults in terracotta tiles. The luxury finishing and traditional Tuscan materials are an embedded value to these properties. The swimming-pool along with the central location, easy access from the airport and to the seaside makes Podere Le Volpaie an excellent investment opportunity with huge rental potential throughout the year. With prices starting from 325,000€ for a two bedrooms-two bathrooms apartment (master en suite) with large private garden and 350,000€ for two bedrooms-two bathroom semidetached house (master en suite) this is a fantastic investing opportunity too. Please note that the price does include purchasing and closing cost that average circa 25,000/35,000 Euro. These include: - connection fees (electricity, water, natural gas) - land registry registration (accatastamento) - expenses for condominium ruling draft including all the tables (spese stesura regolamento di condominio) - no estate commission due (average in Italy 3%) Closing costs not included: VAT and notary fees at closing (2,000 to 4,000 Euro). For photos of the current building site visit: Podere Collevicchi: Building in Progress To download the brochure of the project (.pdf format) simply right click on the following link and choose "save link as": Podere Collevicchi presentation General Information: Podere Collevicchi is in Volterra just outside the old town. The magic and mysterious city of Volterra has its roots in three thousand years of history. It is possible to find evidence and traces from every historical period which gives the artistic city a unique aspect. The ancient city walls, the imposing Porta all’Arco, the Necropolis of Marmini and the numerous archaeological finds conserved in the Museo Etrusco Guarnacci like the Ombra della Sera with its unique profile, the funeral urns and the finely crafted jewellery, bear testimony of the Etruscan period. The Theatre of Vallebona survives from the period of Augustus and suggests the importance of Volterra under Roman domination. Today the city conserves above all a medieval aspect not only for the 12th century city walls but also because of the urban layout with narrow streets, palaces, tower houses and churches. The Renaissance had an important influence on Volterra but without changing the city’s medieval character. From this period are the superb palaces of Minucci Solaini, Incontri-Viti and Inghirami, which are built into the medieval city, the imposing Fortezza Medicea and the Convent of San Girolamo. Volterra is also a city of museums. Other than the Etruscan Museum there is the Civic Art Gallery with a fine collection of works from the Sienese and Florentine Schools, among which is the Deposition from the Cross by Rosso Fiorentino. The Museum of Sacred Art has an important collection of reliquary, 14th century Sienese sculpture and miniatures. The alabaster craft whose history is inseparable from that of the history of the city, represents an other point of great interest. Browsing around the numerous exhibitions and workshops of the city, visitors will be charmed by the magic atmosphere. Besides the art and history the surrounding area is rich in natural beauty. There are organised excursions on foot, on horse back or by bicycle along kilometres of sign posted itineraries enabling visitors to discover unique and beautiful places. Volterra is also famous for the regional gastronomical specialities and for the warm hospitality offered to visitors. Many hotels, farm houses and holiday apartments are available to tourists along with a well equipped campsite and a modern youth hostel. During the summer period there are many cultural events like the annual festival Volterra Teatro, classical and contemporary music concerts, exhibitions and folklore events which enable visitors to enjoy a rich and varied holiday. Distances: Central located in the heart of the Tuscan country side with easy access to Pisa’s airport, to the seaside and all the Tuscan main cities. The train station of Volterra-Saline-Pomarance is about 10Km away. Bus service with direct link to Castelnuovo, Larderello, La Sassa, Pisa, Pomarance, Pontedera, Ponteginori, Saline, Volterra. From Volterra centre link to Pisa, Siena and Florence and Rome. Closest airport: Pisa 49 Km - 40 minutes driving on motorway Seaside: 40 Km – 35 minutes driving Nearest Ski resort: Abetone 130 Km – circa 2 hours driving Golfing: The well known Castelfalfi Golf Club (18 holes of mt. 6.449, par 73, SSS 73) is just 20 minutes away - others courses are within driving distance Siena: 52 Km – 45 minutes driving Florence: 80 Km - circa 1 hour driving Rome: 290 Km - 3 hours driving mostly on motorway