Cetona, Tuscany 53040

Sky-High Terrace residence with panoramic terraces, garage, cellars and independent spaces for sale in Cetona, Siena Tuscany Ref. CET189A In the heart of the historic village of Cetona, opposite Palazzo Minutelli today the Town Hall and renowned for the 19th-century frescoes by Antonio Cappelletti stands this extraordinary authors residence of about 270 m², plus an additional room/studio with bathroom, also separate from the main dwelling, of 20 m². Designed by a renowned Roman architect, the house represents a rare blend of traditional Tuscan architecture and contemporary refinement. There is artisanal care evident in every detail. Cetona is an ancient Tuscan village with origins dating back to the Paleolithic era: inhabited since the Neolithic, Etruscan and Roman times. Since 2001 it has been part of the prestigious list of The most beautiful villages in Italy. Its medieval history is still legible in the fortress erected by the Sienese in the 15th century. The urban structure preserves traces of the various erasfrom prehistoric origins to the medieval town walls. The residence The entrance to the house leads left to a first room with a bathroom in front, finely furnished, with a large window overlooking the valley and Mount Cetona. To the right opens an elegant sitting room with a fireplace, a flowering balcony and a cozy reading corner carved in a niche under the staircase. Halfway up the main staircase there is a small terrace overlooking Palazzo Minutelli. It is perfect for enjoying the tranquility of the village and the beauty of its architectures. After a few more steps, one reaches the day area: a large space that houses the kitchen and the dining room, designed and furnished with high-quality materials. The kitchen was custom-made by a local craftsman, with marbles from San Casciano dei Bagni and front cabinets in precious wood. The dining room is adorned with a stately fireplace with side benches, the true social heart of the house. Following is a large, bright reception salon with an antique fireplace. From here you access a magnificent panoramic terrace, equipped with an electric shade awning, where a marble table fits. The terrace overlooks the valley and Mount Cetona one of the most spectacular views in the entire village. Every window of the house is a real painting of the valley and natural light enhances the warm colors of Tuscan materials. The entire home is paved in handmade terracotta, giving continuity, warmth and authenticity to all spaces. The sleeping area, quiet and secluded, is entered by a corridor entirely hand-painted by a Cetona artist with trompe-lil floral decorations. It comprises two bedrooms: a master suite with en-suite bathroom, and a second bedroom with a bathroom in front. Both are finished to the same meticulous standard and share the same terrace view. A wrought-iron spiral staircase leads to the upper floor to another intimate and evocative room, with a private bathroom and a panoramic small terrace. The main spaces the sleeping area and the living room are equipped with air conditioning. Every space is finished with materials chosen with care, such as terracotta, wood, wrought iron, exposed beams and unique painted decorations. The property includes an additional room with bathroom, with a separate private entrance. The property is completed by a large double garage, rare in the historic center (can be purchased separately, not included in the price). There is also a sizable cellar that could be used as a wellness area, fitness space or private studio. The entire property has a fiber optic Wi-Fi system. A unique residence, perfect as a main home or showpiece property, in the heart of one of the most charming and vibrant villages of southern Tuscany.