Elegant Historic Residence to be restored in the city centre of Serre di Rapolano

This elegant townhouse is part of an ancient residence that once belonged to the local noble family Gori – Martini, the “lords” of the village, who during the 19th century oversaw the construction of the adjacent characteristic Castle built in travertine, the prized local stone that features in many exterior decorative elements of the houses in the historic centre. The distinctive façade with travertine mouldings gives the house a touch of elegance and austerity, reflecting the historical importance and relevance of its original owners. Through the elegant wooden door – above which are carved the initials of a member of the Gori Martini family, who lived in the house in the 19th century - you enter a spacious entrance hall with yellow travertine flooring. Here you are welcomed by a beautiful formal stone staircase, which creates a striking geometric design and leads to the sleeping area, where you find three spacious bedrooms and a bathroom. From the bedrooms, you can enjoy a pleasant view of the garden and the village, especially the twin bell tower of the nearby church – the original Romanesque one and the one added during the 19th century renovation. On the ground floor, you find an ample and bright double living room with an elegant withe travertine fireplace, several storage rooms and a dining room featuring a characteristic red grit floor. Also on this level, you have access to the woodshed and the cellar, which extend for about 150 sqm on the basement floor, as well as to the garden of approx. 250 sqm with a well. The garden is perhaps the real jewel of the property, thanks to its centuries-old trees and the various decorative elements made from ancient local stone, which, together with the lush vegetation, create a small corner of paradise – perfect for reading a book, enjoying an afternoon tea, or sipping a glass of wine sheltered from the sun and surrounded by peace. The cellar, with its characteristic cross vaults, is accessible also from the outside and offers a versatile and high appealing space that could be used as a study/workshop, or even for hosting special dinners and tastings. There is currently no kitchen (it could be created on the ground floor, where the two storage rooms are currently located), as the house is the result of the division of a larger property. The property has always been well maintained; however, it requires renovation works, particularly with regard to the systems and utilities. It represents an interesting opportunity for those looking for a primary or secondary representative residence to personalize—offering outdoor space while still being close to essential services. Thanks to its refined architectural features and strategic location, it would also be ideal as an investment for developing a small tourist accommodation business.