Medieval Castle With Panoramic Views And Extensive Grounds

About the Property

A medieval castle dating back to 1250, situated in a panoramic position atop a hill in the Val d'Orcia, Tuscany, Italy. This expansive property encompasses approximately 21.9 hectares, featuring numerous buildings that form a virtually unaltered medieval village. The estate offers potential for conversion into a luxury hotel with 37 bedrooms, while being conveniently located near the towns of San Quirico d’Orcia and Bagno Vignoni, both a mere ten-minute drive away. The castle is enclosed by imposing stone walls, which feature later crenellations added in the late 19th century during a restoration that sought to evoke an idealized medieval aesthetic. Within these walls lies a beautifully landscaped Italian garden, arranged over two connected terraces, alongside courtyards and characteristic alleys typical of medieval towns. The property comprises several buildings, each with distinct features and potential uses. Building A includes three apartments, while Building B houses a restaurant and a two-story apartment. Building C, originally the priest’s dwelling, offers living spaces across three levels. Building D serves as a multipurpose event hall, and Building E contains offices and guest apartments. Building F features old cellars and multiple guest apartments, while Building G is the former carpenter’s workshop. Additional structures include an old church, a swimming pool, and various storage facilities, all requiring renovation. The castle itself, arranged over four floors, includes a reception hall, a private lounge, a library, and eight bedrooms, complemented by a magnificent panoramic roof terrace that provides sweeping views of the Val d’Orcia. The southeastern wing of the castle features a cinema room and an old armory. The surrounding land, predominantly wooded, offers privacy and opportunities for walking and hiking, while the ruins of an old watermill nearby could be renovated into a charming dwelling. The castle's history is rich, having been documented as early as the 12th century when it was owned by the Salimbeni family before being acquired by the Republic of Siena between 1250 and 1258. It served as a defensive stronghold until the mid-16th century, after which it transitioned into a farming estate under the Piccolomini-Clementini family. Price: €13,000,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Romolini Immobiliare.