A boutique hotel in the Tuscan hills, the property is a former 16th century watermill, restored with great attention to detail and transformed into a beautiful boutique hotel.
It is surrounded by a large garden with swimming pool and is set in 4 hectares of fields and meadows.
It is located in one of Italy's most important tourist destinations, amidst the rolling Tuscan hills, surrounded by dreamlike nature.
In the surrounding area, there are numerous places of historical and cultural interest (Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti area). Hiking trails, historical pilgrimage routes, mountain bike trails, golf courses and riding stables are within easy reach.
The main house was built in the 16th century and underwent careful restoration in 2002, preserving the original character of the old core. It was subsequently extended (using authentic materials from the area) and modernised in 2012. Each room is individually furnished.
The state of the property is therefore very good, it is certified class A for the new construction and C-D for the original building. The recently installed (2018) natural gas heating system includes the use of two gas boilers and hot water preparation via solar panels.
Drinking water is supplied through its own well; the electrical system complies with German standards; there is a biological wastewater treatment plant.
The hotel consists of 16 rooms, of which 12 are doubles and 2 are triples. 2 are 4-bed suites, with a current total of 30 beds.
All rooms have air conditioning, a bathroom with shower and WiFi.
There is a relaxation area, designed with a 14x7 square metre pool, with a large lawn for sunbathing, its own fountain, and art objects in the garden.
There is also the possibility of creating a wellness area of 100 square metres. This would make it one of the few facilities in the San Gimignano area with a wellness area open all year round. The access road to the hotel is convenient and wide, specially paved by the owner.
Restaurant and event location of the highest level. Total area of the gastronomic area: approx. 170 sqm (kitchen, storeroom, WC approx. 130 sqm); winter garden 40 sqm used as a breakfast room, with approx. 32 seats (plus outdoor terrace) can also be used as a location for small events, private parties, seminars or yoga classes. The capacity of the terrace is approx. 40 seats, with the possibility of increasing this to 50 seats. Kitchen equipment: high-quality stainless steel components, 3 refrigerators, 2 freezers, new dishwasher, fat separator, ice machine, grill and oven The gastronomy is characterised by the use of high-quality regional products. Above-average ratio of gastronomic revenue to overnight stays. Service rooms: wine cellar and historic wine cellar with grinding wheel Parking spaces (more than 40 comfortable places) and surrounding agricultural land, currently unused, but variously exploitable. Distances: San Gimignano approx. 6 km, Pisa Airport approx. 60 km, Florence Airport approx. 55 km
For more than 20 years, the farm has been successfully managed by an Italian and a German business partner.
A regular clientele of over 70% consisting of German guests enables constant occupancy of the hotel. Thanks to therapeutic fasting trips, yoga retreats and numerous cultural offers throughout Tuscany, the hotel is available all year round.
The existing staff would continue to be available to a future buyer; the current manager would also offer temporary support during the transfer.
The property can be used as a private residence or continue to be run as a hotel. The possible creation of a wellness area would create one of the few year-round profitable properties in the entire San Gimignano area.
San Gimignano is an ancient fortified medieval town whose walls date back to the year 1000. It is famous for its historical and artistic heritage and its architecture, in particular its towers. In 1990, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its local products, including saffron and the white wine Vernaccia di San Gimignano, are also highly appreciated.
