Maison à Orvieto, Italie, 586.65 m²

In this farmhouse you will feel a true symphony of colours, materials and nature: “La Melodia” is a charming property set on a hill with panoramic view of Orvieto Cliff. The main farmhouse covers a total area of about 450sqm on three levels and is composed as follows: in the basement, reachable from both ground and first floor, we find a magnificent corridor that leads to the wide living/dining area with white marble fireplace, a perfectly equipped kitchen with utility room, a soundproofed rehearsal studio and a bathroom; the entrance at the main floor, overlooking the swimming pool, leads to the dining area, connected to the kitchen, which has access to the portico; on the same level, we also find a wide slate bathroom, a bedroom/study and a large living room with Belgian black marble fireplace; on the first floor we have a master bedroom with bathroom and walk in closet and two double bedrooms with shared bathroom. The property is surrounded by a park of about 3.500sqm, particularly well-maintained, that includes several charming corners, a swimming pool and a splendid guesthouse on two levels, with independent access and autonomous utilities. The 14x7m salt water swimming pool is provided with handmade cotto and wood solarium, relaxation area with tufa seats and a beautiful gazebo. The guesthouse covers an are of about 180sqm, was restored in 2010 and includes 2 apartments (connected internally but provided with independent accesses) for a total of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a dining area with panoramic window. Everything has been tailor-made by local artisans, including the wood-covered walls with velvet inserts and the velvet doors. The property includes more than 7.000sqm of land (4.000sqm of olive grove in production).
In the main farmhouse the heating system is fuelled by methane and pellet, while the guesthouse is provided with an independent thermal pump system. The entire property is provided with air conditioning and all the necessary utilities, including a well and a video-surveillance and alarm system. An important intervention for energy saving improvement is ongoing.
“La Melodia” was completely restored in 2008 with extreme attention for the materials, the finishing and the rationality of the rooms. Outside it boasts the typical stone and tufa facades. In the basement and at ground floor it has handcrafted cotto pavements and ceilings with wooden beams and cotto, while on the first floor we find parquet pavements. The entire property boasts prestigious double-glazed wooden windows. The important restoration of the original farmhouse preserved its style, improving the structure according to the newest anti-seismic regulations and with the addition of high-tech technological systems. There are also a perimeter ventilation system that prevents moisture and a 20kW photovoltaic system.
“La Melodia” is a magnificent residence provided with every comfort, close to all the amenities and to the splendid town of Orvieto. So, it would be perfect both as main residence and second home. The guesthouse is suitable for luxury touristic rentals.
This farmhouse is located in the countryside that surrounds Orvieto. The A1 motorway exit and the railway station of Orvieto are only 4km away. The town is full of amenities and cultural activities all year round. Thanks to its vicinity to Rome (about 1hour) and Florence (about 2hours), Orvieto is an ideal point to live and from where to explore the marvellous surrounding territory of Umbria, Tuscany and Lazio.
Great Estate Group, through the owner’s specialist, draws up a due diligence on each property, which allows to perfectly know the urbanistic and cadastral situation of every property. The due diligence can be required in case of real interest in the property.
The property is owned by private individuals and the purchase will be taxed according to the current laws.