Residence for sale, Gavorrano RBT57338

Case Conti di Sopra - Classic Tuscan Farmhouse with guest house, close to town, sea and services
Case Conti di Sopra is a characteristic Tuscan country home, free on all four sides (detached) with the bonus of a separate guest house on the property. It appears as “Casa del Conte” on a mining map dating to before 1859; the exact date of construction is unknown.
The home is immersed in the greenery of the coastal Maremma area, just 12 km from the seaside (Golfo del Sole), close (1km) to the historic village of Gavorrano and to services including a Coop supermarket.
■ The main home (~ 240 m²)
▸ Ground floor
* large living room, connecting to a large outdoor terrace with pergola covering
* dining room
* eat-in kitchen
* room with bathroom
* portico, entrance way and stairs to upper level; storage room under the stairs


▸ Upper floor
* 5 rooms, including a large hallway
* 2 bathrooms


The flooring is classic Tuscan cotto, in part dating back to the 19th century.
The property is connected to the municipal water system. Heating is achieved with propane gas. Fiber optic internet service enables working from the comfort of home... without tears!
The owners note that the roof was replaced in the late 1980s, early 1990s. The electrical system was redone in 2000. Shutters were replaced a few years ago.
■ Guest house cottage (~ 76 m²)
The guest home is a separate stone facade building with a pergola covered terrace in front. The home was extensively renovated in 2000, including a new roof. The guest home consists of a main room with kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. A walkout cellar underneath provides storage space.
▸ Ground floor
* main room with kitchen
* bathroom


▸ Cellar
* spacious walk out cellar storage area


■ Garden / yard (land)
The property includes 5.2 hectares of land, planted in part with olive trees, in addition to the house plots.
## About Gavorrano and surroundings
Situated on the northern slope of Poggio Ballone, east of Scarlino in the province of Grosseto, the village of Gavorrano has ancient origins: traces of the Etruscan civilization can be found. Gavorrano is part of the “Colline Metallifere”, an area rich in traditions.
Monuments and places of interest within the town limits include the Palazzo Comunale, the Teatro delle Rocce (an impressive outdoor concert theater created from a former quarry), the Rocca di Frassinello, a winery designed by the internationally famous architect Renzo Piano, and the Pieve di San Giuliano, the main church.
Gavorrano, the Castel di Pietra, was mentioned as early as the 13th century by Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy.
In addition to wine, olive oil is also produced in the town.
Nearby areas of interest include Vetulonia and Roselle (archaeological) and Massa Marittima (medieval town). Thermal spas can be found in Venturina Terme, Petriolo and Saturnia. A bit further afield are the important cities of Siena, Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Rome. Elba Island and Sardinia are reachable from the port of Piombino. Beach lovers have a plethora of choices nearby.
### Services
Nearby services include the Coop supermarket, a post office, two bars and restaurants, a pastry shop, a pharmacy and police station. Further services are found in the village of Bagno di Gavorrano.
### Transportation
The Gavorrano train station provides direct regional service to towns including Pisa, Florence and Grosseto. Longer distance service is available by going to (or changing in) Grosseto, Follonica or Campiglia Marittima.
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N.b. Property is sold "as item" (a corpo) unless otherwise stated; m² are approximate. Information, provided in part by owner, is subject to verification by the buyer during a site visit.