Villa La Pieve in Montepulciano, Siena, Tuscany – MTP239

An 18th-century historic villa comprising a former deconsecrated church, a farmhouse, a swimming pool and private grounds set amongst the vineyards of Nobile di Montepulciano REF. MTP239 There are properties that belong to history even before they belong to the property market. Villa La Pieve is one such property. Nestled within the legendary terroir of Montepulciano — one of Italy’s most celebrated agricultural landscapes, where the rows of Vino Nobile vines stretch to the horizon across hills shaped by centuries of skilful viticulture — this ancient 18th-century country parish church stands at the end of a Tuscan dirt track that winds through vineyards and olive groves, as only the most authentic Tuscany can offer. The property, partially restored in the 1990s and now awaiting a renovation that will bring out its exceptional potential, is centred around the most extraordinary feature of the estate: the former church, deconsecrated for over thirty years, with its double-height nave, white columns, terracotta arches and original herringbone brick floor. A single building — totalling around 500 square metres between the villa and the church — which lends itself naturally both as a venue for receptions and private events and as a cultural space, music hall or the heart of a top-class country resort. The Villa: The villa itself is spread over several levels: on the ground floor, the main entrance leads to three reception rooms suitable for meetings or receptions, a reception office, three further offices, six toilets and storage rooms; on the first floor, there are two separate kitchens — each serving one of the building’s two wings, both accessible via separate staircases — eight bedrooms and nine bathrooms, all featuring exposed beams and original terracotta flooring. The attic and basement house technical and storage areas of considerable size. The Farmhouse: The detached two-storey farmhouse, measuring approximately 215 square metres, completes the complex: on the ground floor, two large halls, a kitchen, an office and guest bathrooms; in the basement, storage rooms, utility rooms, changing rooms, a larder and further bathrooms. Currently used as storage and offices, it lends itself to immediate conversion into a luxury annexe or self-contained guest house. The Swimming Pool: The 6×12 in-ground swimming pool with Roman steps has already been built in a stunning panoramic location. The park and garden surrounding the property feature mature, tall trees and traditional Mediterranean planting, with the possibility of acquiring further surrounding agricultural land. Just 8 km from Montepulciano, with its wineries and Renaissance history, and a short distance from the spa towns of Chianciano Terme and San Casciano dei Bagni, Villa La Pieve is one of the rarest and most unique opportunities currently available in Tuscany — magnificent as a prestigious private residence, extraordinary as a luxury country resort.