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Prestigious historic complex with manor house, chapel, outbuildings and farms for sale in Buonconvento, Siena. Immersed in one of the most evocative and intact areas of the province of Siena, the village enjoys an extraordinary view and is located about 5 km from the Via Cassia and then from the Via Francigena, about 14 km from the town of Buonconvento and about 18 km from Montalcino. The famous Benedictine Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore, dating back to 1320, borders the estate. It belonged to various important families and then ended up under the dominion of the Piccolomini, it was purchased in the early 1900s by Raffaello Ricci, great-grandfather of the current owner. Here in 1135 Sant'Alberto was born, protector of Colle di Val d'Elsa. Access is via a municipal road, with little traffic, preserving the ancient charm of the place. The property consists of an imposing terracotta manor house whose current forms date back to 1500, structured on 4 levels for a total of about 1,249 square meters, divided into two parts: one, the main one, inside which stands an entrance in which an imposing cantilevered travertine staircase with cast iron railing, illuminated by a skylight open on an elegant cross vault, connects the reception rooms, the dining room and the bedrooms overlooking the countryside; the other part, connected by an internal door, is the old residence of the farmer. Adjacent to the villa we find a beautiful lemon house that supports a large panoramic terrace, an ancient granary recently restored as an open space for events, a warehouse, a consecrated church and further minor outbuildings. The estate also includes 4 large independent farms to be completely restored, located a short distance away. The main buildings are surrounded by a well-kept Italian garden and lawn spaces ideal for creating a swimming pool, a lounge area and other relaxation areas. The estate covers about 240 hectares and includes a hunting reserve, as well as arable land, woods, pastures, 18 hectares of olive groves and truffle fields in production. This prestigious historic residence is a perfect property for a luxury accommodation investment or for a farm of excellence in Tuscany.