Brief Description

Tenuta La Favola is a luxury property located in the Chianti countryside, only 25km from Florence.  This exclusive residence is ideal for those dreaming of owning a winery in Tuscany.  The estate currently runs as a certified business, producing both wine and olive oil.  The terrain of this magnificent property measures approximately 80 hectares, of which there are 14,5 hectares of vineyards, 6,5 hectares of olive groves, walnut trees, arable land, woodland, an incredible swimming pool and beautiful gardens.  The residence house and winery measure approximately 1.145mq and include a total of 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms.  

Energy Class G

Location

Tenuta La Favola is found in the beautiful town of Tavarnelle in Val di Pesa in the Chianti region.  

The Chianti region is where one can experience some of the most prestigious wines of Tuscany. The Castello di Ama of Lecchi in Chianti, Fontodi Winery in Panzano in Chianti, and Querciabella in Greve in Chianti offer some of the best wines in the area.

Florence is known as the cradle of the Renaissance and is home to artistic and architectural masterpieces. Among the most iconic places to visit are: Il Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore, designed by Brunelleschi and Giotto, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi Gallery, where you can find on exhibition, works of art by Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci.

Description in Detail

Tenuta La Favola is a luxury property located in the Chianti countryside, only 25km from Florence.  This exclusive residence is ideal for those dreaming of owning a winery in Tuscany.  

The estate currently runs as a certified business, producing both wine and olive oil.  The terrain of this magnificent property measures approximately 80 hectares, of which there are 14,5 hectares of vineyards, 6,5 hectares of olive groves, walnut trees, arable land, woodland, an incredible swimming pool and beautiful gardens.  The winery has been growing over the years, and produces labels such as Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva, Rosso Toscano and Vin Santo.  The estate annually produces approximately 1.000liters of extra virgin olive-oil.  

The residence is comprised of a historic stone building and includes a main house, a staff apartment and two guesthouses.  The residence area measures approximately 460mq, the fully equipped winery measures 565mq and the spacious storage area measures 120mq.  The estate includes a total of 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and 5 kitchens, and each apartment includes an independent entrance. 

Current State and Condition

The property is in excellent condition, and move in ready. 

Land Registry Details

The property is in good standing and in compliance with local building and zoning regulations. The sale is subject to a mortgage and cadastral registry fee, following laws for the specific case/circumstances depending on the kind of acquirer.

Utilities and Services

All necessary utilities are present. 

Potential Uses

The property is a perfect solution to be experienced as a first or second home and/or winery to be promoted internationally for tourist rental.

Sport Facilities

• Ugolino Golf Club is a prestigious golf club located in a peaceful environment near the border of Chianti http://www.golfugolino.it/en;
• Golf and Country Club Le Pavoniere is located North-West of Florence and it is famous for its 18-hole golf course designed by the world famous player Arnold Palmer http://www.pavoniere.it/?lang=en.

Annual Festival in the Area

• The Cavalcade of the Magi: during the Feast of the Epiphany (the 12th day of Christmas) local churches celebrate the Adoration of the Magi. In Florence, the celebration involves a parade in magnificent costumes that evokes the arrival of the Three Wise Men to the town of Bethlehem in search of the Messiah https://www.visitflorence.com/florence-events/cavalcade-magi.html;
• Scoppio del Carro every year on Easter Sunday, Florence celebrates the Scoppio del Carro, or the ‘Explosion of the Cart’.  An old tradition where a wagon is pulled through the streets of Florence up to the main square between the Baptistery and Cathedral. The cart holds an arsenal of fireworks and a dove-shaped rocket (symbolizing the Holy Spirit) https://www.visitflorence.com/florence-events/explosion-of-the-cart-easter.html;
• Calcio Storico Fiorentino is a combination of soccer, rugby and wrestling. The sport was founded in the 16th century and is played in historical costumes. The four teams representing the historical neighbourhoods of the city play every year on June 24, the feast day for Florence’s Patron, St. John the Baptist https://www.visitflorence.com/florence-events/calcio-storico-fiorentino.html;
• Il Palio, Siena is a major event that takes place every summer in Piazza del Campo. The jockeys are dressed in 15th-century costume and each rider represents one of Siena’s 17 city districts. The riders and horses march through the streets, while the city is filled with thousands of visitors.

Suggested Restaurants

• Enoteca Pinchiorri is a 3 Michelin Star restaurant located in via Ghibellina and offers an elegant blend of modern design and a sophisticated menu http://enotecapinchiorri.it.;
• Il Palagio a 1 Michelin Star restaurant located at the Four Seasons Hotel, owes its culinary excellence to executive chef Vito Mollica http://www.ilpalagioristorante.it;
• Arnolfo, a Michelin star restaurant located in Siena offers a gourmet menu and wonderful wines http://www.arnolfo.com/en/.

Suggested Hotels

• The Four Seasons Hotel is a 5 star resort located in Florence, set in a former 16th-Century convent near Giardino della Gherardesca found close to all of the city’s attractions http://www.fourseasons.com/florence/;
• Westin Excelsior is located in an enchanting building in piazza Ognissanti, in the heart of Florence http://www.westinflorence.com/;
• Castel Monastero, is a beautiful luxury hotel and resort in Siena with two famous restaurants hosted by Chef Gordon Ramsay http://www.castelmonastero.com/it/home.