There are houses you visit without leaving a mark, and houses that seem to tell a story to those who know how to listen. This is one of those.

Hidden among the hills of Cortona, in that strip of land suspended between Tuscany and Umbria, this authentic stone farmhouse still retains the character of ancient rural homes: exposed beams, the old stable, the cellars, the fireplace, the balcony looking out over the greenery, and, above all, that rare feeling of having arrived in a place that time has simply preserved.

It has been a family home for generations, inherited and lived in by the current owners until about ten years ago. Today, it is looking for someone who can give it new life.

AN AUTHENTIC FARMHOUSE, WITH THE CHARM OF OLD HOMES

The property is located within the small and characteristic village of Cuiano, just above the picturesque Castello di Pierle, in the municipality of Cortona, in a panoramic and quiet position.

The farmhouse, free on three sides and already registered as a residential property, extends for about 160 sqm across three levels, with additional significant accessory spaces. On the ground floor, there is an old stable of about 40 sqm, featuring a ceiling with exposed beams, as well as two cellars totaling about 19 sqm, both with the possibility of creating a connection to the upper floor. These are spaces that still retain the charm of a traditional rural home and can be repurposed, for example, as a rustic room, tavern, or additional areas for the future living space. The first floor is where the living area develops. The day area includes an open-plan kitchen and living room, enhanced by a thermo-fireplace that also powers the heating and can work both with wood and gas. The sleeping area, accessible via three steps, includes two double bedrooms, a bathroom, and a practical storage/laundry room with a custom wardrobe. 

On the second and top floor, there’s an attic, currently accessible through a hatch, and then there’s it, a small detail capable of giving a big thrill: the balcony overlooking the greenery of the surrounding hills. A place to sip a morning coffee, enjoy the colors of a summer sunset, or simply take a few minutes of silence in the peace of this green oasis.

NOT A PERFECT HOUSE. A HOUSE WITH A SOUL.

The property is in fair condition, but it needs some updating and renovation work, particularly regarding the systems and rooms that have been unused for a long time. And this is exactly where its opportunity lies, because it’s not about erasing what exists to build something new. On the contrary. The value of this farmhouse is in the possibility of preserving its identity, keeping the stone, beams, rural spaces, and elements that tell a family story going back a long way, and turning them into a renewed and comfortable environment, customized and contemporary at the same time, without losing the distinctive character that makes this old home unique.

5,000 SQM OF LAND AND THOUSAND POSSIBILITIES

The property includes about 5,000 sqm of land, with a private well, an annex already granted amnesty, and a pond for fishing.

A wealth of space and nature that allows for imagining multiple uses. A large private garden. A vegetable garden. Spaces to enjoy the outdoors. An area dedicated to relaxation. And, with authorization, even the possibility of designing a private swimming pool, further enhancing the land adjacent to the house. The land, moreover, is not just an accessory element, but an integral part of the experience of living in this property. Here, the countryside is not simply viewed from the windows. The countryside becomes part of everyday life and turns into a lifestyle. A PROPERTY TO LIVE IN OR TO TURN INTO A PROJECT One of the most interesting aspects of this property is its remaining volume of about 100 sqm, which opens up further design possibilities, naturally to be considered from an urban planning and authorization perspective. Even the old barn at the back can become the focal point of a potential restoration project, with the possibility of creating a second apartment and a swimming pool.