Approx. 115 sqm surface
Two large double bedrooms with frescoed vaulted ceilings and two bathrooms
Livable private terrace with direct access from the eat-in kitchen
Dining room with fireplace framing panoramic Tuscan valley views
Second and top floor in an authentic historic period building
Separate reception lounge, central dividing hallway, and utility/boiler room
Autonomous natural gas heating and expansive windows providing abundant light
Prime address on one of Volterra’s main historic streets, steps from Piazza dei Priori
The home is approached through an inviting building foyer and a classic internal staircase leading up to the top level. Stepping inside, a central hallway effortlessly separates the reception rooms from the private sleeping quarters. The day wing encompasses light-filled rooms: an expansive living salon, a dining room centered around a classic wood-burning fireplace and boasting panoramic countryside views across the hills and valley, and a spacious eat-in kitchen with direct doorway access to a private open-air terrace. The night quarters host a utility/boiler room, two large windowed bathrooms, and two expansive double bedrooms overlooking the historic center, crowned by magnificent vaulted ceilings decorated with authentic period frescoes. Benefiting from good overall condition, generous natural light from oversized windows, and autonomous natural gas heating, this property stands as a rare showcase of authentic Tuscan heritage and timeless elegance.
External Description:
A standout asset of this historic residence is its private open-air terrace accessed directly from the eat-in kitchen: an intimate and secluded outdoor haven that is extraordinarily hard to find within medieval center apartments, ideal for morning espresso, al fresco dining, and evening relaxation. The historic palazzo is well-maintained and exudes architectural character from the entrance foyer to the upper landings. The address could not be more convenient: positioned right in the heart of Volterra, residents can step outside to immediately enjoy artisan alabaster workshops, gourmet trattorias, wine bars, and world-renowned monuments such as the Palazzo dei Priori, the Cathedral, and the ancient Roman Theatre. Volterra’s central geographical setting serves as an ideal launchpad for regional excursions: Andrea Bocelli’s Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico is just 20 km away, the medieval towers of San Gimignano lie within 30 km, and the sandy beaches of the Etruscan Coast (Cecina) can be reached in 40 minutes. An exceptional opportunity suited as an upscale primary residence, an enchanting Tuscan holiday pied-a-terre, or a prestigious vacation rental asset.
Distances:
Piazza dei Priori & historic center amenities: 100 m (1-min walk)
Roman Theatre of Volterra: 400 m
Lajatico (Teatro del Silenzio): 20 km
San Gimignano: 30 km
Colle di Val d’Elsa: 28 km
Cecina & Etruscan Coast beaches: 40 km
Siena: 52 km
Pisa Airport (Galileo Galilei): 65 km
Florence City Center: 78 km
Florence Airport (Peretola): 85 km
ref. A1190RA48836
