Close to Florence in the Chianti hills, an eco-farmhouse.

A rare opportunity to acquire a recently restored farmhouse close to Florence which offers the latest eco-friendly systems of heating, cooling and using untreated, non-toxic materials.

Dating to 1400 a farmhouse built around a watch-tower added to over the centuries with an adjoining barn, a 'limonaia' and an annex. Surrounded by almost 2 ha of land with 180 olive trees, there is covered parking, plumbing in place for a swimming pool and natural air conditioning throughout the house. Restored in 2003 with the guidance of the Director of the National Institute of Bio-architecture, the materials and systems used are ecological with non-toxic insulation, paints and a natural hydro hot and cold air system in the walls, ceilings and floors. The furnishings have been carefully designed around the rooms with in-built cupboards. There is a small staff apartment within the house and the annexe currently provides a large playroom but could become guest or staff accommodation. The property is approached by a short track with remote controlled gates. There is also an alarm and ADSL. Energy classification and performance index: class G

• 6 bedrooms
• 2 reception rooms
• 6 bathrooms
• 630.20 sqm
• Outbuildings
• 4.94 acres (2.0 hectares)
• Freehold