3 Bed Farmhouse for sale in Le Marche, Italy

Wrapped in the warmth of its native golden stone, Casa Fringuella (Finch Cottage) celebrates everyone's dream of living in the peaceful Italian countryside. This architectural gem is both a quiet haven and a stepping stone to cultural adventure where one can enjoy bucolic al fresco dining on the sunny terraces or be stimulated to explore the medieval history of this museum landscape. Perfectly located on the Southern slope of a hill with distant views of the Sibillini Mountains, this cottage represents the state of the art in terms of refined restoration. Throughout the 210 sqm house the best of reclaimed materials has been thoughtfully used. There are 3 bedrooms including an en suite master bedroom with fireplace and plenty of living space with 3000 m2 of land where there is the beginnings of an olive grove and ample space for a pool with a view. . It enjoys a splendid setting with sweeping views of forested hillsides, the mountains, and ancient hill towns. History: The two hundred year-old farmhouse has been completely rebuilt with singular refinement, respecting the original floor plan and using salvaged antique materials. Without detracting from the history of the home, modern renovations have included reinforcement of the structural strength of the building, and a new state-of-the-art foundation and roof. Subtle details such as wiring for a central stereo sound system, and artistic touches of hand forged iron and custom crafted windows and doors of old wood, complement the tapestry of interior stone walls, arches, and unique tile floors. Size: On two floors, totaling 210 square meters, the home offers expansive areas of living room, dine-in kitchen with fireplace, two/three guest bedrooms, two/three baths, master bedroom suite with fireplace, and extensive storage. Finch Cottage, private and tranquil without being remote, is situated on one acre of cleared land with the beginnings of a small olive grove. Construction: The exterior of the home is built entirely of local, ancient stone. It rests on a new state-of-the-art foundation that employs an 'iglu' ventilation system, with the attendant layers of cement mandated by on-site seismic evaluation. The roof has been rebuilt with layers of waterproof materials and cement, covered by levels of new tiles under the facade of the old. True to its original architecture, an outside stairwell provides alternative upper floor access. A wood-burning bread/pizza oven is built into the stone outside the kitchen. A boiler room, adjacent to the house, includes a reserve water tank. City water, electric, buried gas tank and a septic system are already installed. Exterior plumbing and electric can potentially accommodate a pool and/or solar panels. The interior has many stone walls and arches. Both floors have been wired for a central stereo sound system. Floors and ceilings are salvaged antique, rare tiles. Custom doors and windows are each handcrafted from old wood in the traditional farmhouse style. Artisan-forged iron work forms the window and door hardware as well as the stair and balcony railings. Immediate availability, turn-key. Location: Private without being remote, located near the historic centers of Montelparo, Santa Vittoria, Force, and Monte Falcone, Casa Fringuella has a splendid setting with remarkable views of forested hillsides, the Sibillini Mountains, and the ancient hill towns. The home faces south and has a garden acre of cleared land, the beginnings of a small olive grove, and the exterior plumbing and electric to potentially accommodate a pool and solar panels.
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