Unforgettable sunsets over Chianti Classico rolling hills, three-story stone character villa with courtyard and garden for sale near Siena. Set within an evocative historic compound, just 6 kilometres from the ancient walls of Siena and a mere 3 kilometres from all amenities, this distinguished 14th-century country house captures the very essence of refined Tuscan living. Amid the Chianti Classico landscape, the property commands uninterrupted views across undulating vineyards and olive groves. The gardens extend to 4,490 sq m (1.1 acres), fully enclosed and features the main access via a marvellous original arch opening into an intimate courtyard. Dating to the 1300s, the house spans 495 sq m (5,328 sq ft) over three levels and retains its authentic architectural character of exposed stone walls and terracotta roofing. The ground floor unfolds across generous rooms centred around a welcoming entrance hall, which connects seamlessly to a series of living spaces. A double reception room with a central arch and fireplace is complemented by a newly fitted eat-in kitchen. Three bedrooms, two naturally lit family bathrooms, and a closet complete the floor. From the main entrance hall, a stone staircase leads to the upper floor, where a striking panoramic window illuminates the landing, opening onto a sitting room with fireplace, a refined double dining room with parquet flooring, a second kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a mezzanine utility space. The basement accommodates a garage, a cellar, ancillary storage, and benefits from internal access as well as a second driveway. In the courtyard, a charming cottage has been sensitively converted into a dining area with a bathroom, ideal for gatherings, hobby room, or a studio. While maintained in good condition, certain interiors invite sensitive updating, presenting an opportunity to tailor the home to contemporary standards while preserving its historic character. Equipped with double-glazed windows, mosquito nets, burglar-proof shutters, reinforced security door, and a video security system. The land includes an orchard with olive trees and a natural vein supporting irrigation, and offers the possibility to add an in-ground swimming pool. The main house is currently arranged as two independent apartments, yet can be effortlessly reconfigured into a single elegant villa or create additional units and holiday apartments, offering exceptional flexibility for both private use and hospitality venture. PROPERTY Ref: CNT3595Location: La Ripa, Municipality: Castelnuovo Berardenga, Province: Siena, Region: TuscanyType: 495 sq m/5,328 sq ft stone country house set over three levels, featuring basement garage, a courtyard, garden, a 62 sq m/667 sq ft cottage, and a plot of land with an orchard and olive treesYear of construction: 1300Conditions: goodLand/Garden: 4,490 sq m/1.1 acres, fully fenced, with entrance gate and gravel driveway into the inner courtyard, grounds include a small oak woodland, a natural vein for for irrigation purposes, orchard with olive treesLayout: Ground Floor – 233 sq m/2,507 sq ft: a 29 sq m/312 sq ft storage room with an arch open into the courtyard; main entran halll with internal access to the basement; sitting room, double living room with central arch and fireplace, eat-in kitchen (newly fitted), 3 bedrooms, 2 spacious family bathrooms both fitted with windows, and a laundry/utility roomFirst Floor – 219 sq m/2,357 sq ft: bright and spacious landing with panoramic window, living room with fireplace, double dining room with parquet flooring, eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 spacious family bathrooms both fitted with windows, mezzanine laundry/utility room with windowBasement – 43 sq m/484 sq ft: garage with 2 windows, small cellar and sinkCottage – 62 sq m/667 sq former pigsty renovated into a dining room, 1 bathroom and a closetDistance from services: 3 km, Siena Porta Camollia 6 kmDistance from main airports: Florence 70kmUtilities: Fixed telephone network: available; Internet: available; Heating: methane + 3 fireplaces; Water: mains city supply, booster pump and storage tank, water softener; within the grounds, a spring vein for irrigation use; Electricity: available; Water waste: Imhoff tankInternal staircase with travertine stone and archesTerracotta, graniglia and ceramic flooring on the ground floorParquet flooring on the first floorDouble-glazed windows, mosquito nets, burglar-proof shutters, security doorVideo security systemThe property is owned by a private individual. The location, for privacy, is approximate. Please note all measurements cited are approximateEnergy Efficiency Rating: GApolloni & Blom RE conducts technical due diligence with the owner's technician to have a full report on each property's urban and cadastral state of the art. The due diligence may be requested by clients showing a strong interest in the property