This wonderful property is the culmination of several hundred years of endeavour by local farming families to create a habitable and sheltered position for themselves and their animals. The buildings which cling to naturally occurring outcrops of rock are built in the typical country style onto, above, below and beside their neighbours, giving, from a short distance, a delightful juxtaposition of terra-cotta roof levels and graceful lines of construction.

Because of the proximity to the internationally known Etruscan centre of Cortona, in Tuscany, the property would lend itself for use as holiday accommodation either for those seeking spiritual retreat or those wishing to immerse themselves in the artistic and architectural ambience of the surrounding area. The grounds include walnut and fig trees, blackberries and grapes as well as a natural spring.

Building on this site was started in the late XIth century and it is probable that these structures have grown out of the ruins of the Palazzo di Ruffignano destroyed by fire in 1409 during one of the wars between Florence and Milan.

The internal aspect is one of massive timber beams, archways, time-worn stone, varying levels, medieval lintels, and architectural evidence of former owners and their dreams and wishes.

The properties once fully restored and brought up to northern European standards, including, landscaping, car parking areas, tennis court and swimming pools, both indoor on outdoor, as well as access to 40.000 metres of parkland, will be exceptionally valuable.

If you are interested in this property, please use the reference 'PU-556' in all correspondence