Villa Certosa di Maggiano

A few minutes from the city of Siena, in a secluded yet not isolated location, stands a splendid villa dating back to the second half of the 16th century, an elegant testament to Tuscan architecture of the time, set in a landscape of great value. Nestled within a private park of about one hectare, the property is accessible from two opposing entrances, connected by a double curvilinear avenue that converges in front of the large main staircase. Between the two paths lies a well-kept green area, ideal for outdoor living. The imposing facade of the villa, sober and harmonious, is marked by exposed brick arches and decorative elements such as pilaster strips and string courses, giving it a classic and solid identity. The entire building is constructed of masonry, with well-preserved wooden roofs and floors. The residence is spread over four levels and is divided into three semi-independent units currently used for residential purposes. In the basement, there is an apartment with direct access to the garden, consisting of living room, study, kitchen, two bedrooms, a wardrobe, and an underground cellar. The rooms feature brick vaulted or wooden and brick ceilings; the floors alternate between ceramic stoneware and terracotta tiles, the doors are solid wood, while the windows have internal shutters. Ascending to the raised ground floor via an independent external staircase one accesses the second apartment, which houses four rooms used as bedrooms and a study, a small kitchen, a service bathroom, storage rooms, and a refined central oval-shaped living room. The finishes are of high quality: frescoed ceilings, traditional terracotta floors, and decorated solid wood doors that still convey the charm of the original residence. The first floor houses a third residential unit, reachable through an exclusive internal staircase. This level is organized into two separate apartments, each equipped with a kitchen and bathroom. Both dwellings are in excellent condition: terracotta floors, wooden and brick or painted ceilings, thermal glass fixtures, and painted hollow-core doors. From the first floor, a staircase leads to the attic, where a characteristic tower room with a rustic masonry kitchen opens up. From here, one enjoys a breathtaking view of Siena, with the Duomo, the Torre del Mangia, and, on the horizon, Montalcino, the Val d’Orcia, Chianti, and Monte Amiata: a panorama that embraces the essence of Tuscany. The property also includes a large underground reinforced concrete garage, accessible via a ramp, with a sheet metal up-and-over door. Completing the estate are about 10,000 sq.m. of private land, divided among gardens, pathways, parking areas, and an olive grove, in addition to a wooded area of about 4,400 sq.m. located below the level of the villa, reachable from an independent entryway.