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A rare opportunity to acquire an entire Tuscan hamlet with immediate living possibilities, income generation, and strong long-term value potential.
Property ID: 1646
€485,000

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Hilltop Hamlet

On-Market Tuscan Hamlet
High-Yield Redevelopment & Exit Opportunity.

 

This property represents a rare acquisition opportunity of an entire Tuscan hamlet (borgo) with substantial development upside and multiple clearly defined exit strategies.

Comparable assets of this scale and flexibility are increasingly unavailable in Tuscany.

The hamlet is privately located on a hilltop, fully accessible by an asphalted road, and benefits from uninterrupted panoramic views. key drivers for both short-term rental performance and resale value.

Investment Thesis:
*) Acquisition of 900-1100 sqm (10225 – 11840 sqft) built area at a highly competitive entry price,
*) Immediate operational base: 2 renovated units already in place,
*) Value-add potential: 6–8 additional rental units can be created,
*) Hold & operate as a hospitality asset,
*) Landholding of 6.6 hectares (16 acres) significantly enhances long-term value and flexibility.

Revenue & Exit Strategies:
Hospitality & Short-Term Rental Model:
*) Capacity for 6–8+ rental units, subject to final layout,

*) Suitable for:
Holiday rentals,
Wedding and event venue,
Retreat center (yoga, wellness, corporate offsites),

*) Agritourism activities (horse riding, hiking, biking).
Possibility to build a panoramic swimming pool with different terraces.
Scalable rental pricing driven by exclusivity and panoramic positioning.

Development & Resale Strategy (High IRR Potential):
*) Borgo already subdivided into multiple units,
*) 2 units fully renovated and market-ready,
*) 6–8 additional units can be realized after renovation,
*) Strong demand for independent Tuscan homes with shared amenities.

Asset Breakdown:
*) Renovated Section (Approx. 1/8 of Total Buildings):
– Fully renovated with natural and sustainable materials,
– New roofs (partial), windows, doors, shutters, and systems.

Includes:
*) 2 fully rentable apartments: one studio apartment with living area & kitchen and en-suite bathroom, and a second family apartment with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, and a laundry room.
*) A cantina/taverna for group meetings on the ground floor with a nice view and access to the garden,
*) Large garage, laundry, storage, and technical rooms,
*) A panoramic swimming pool can be realized after obtaining the necessary permits,
*) Pizza oven, BBQ area, pergola, and terraces,
*) Ample parking.

This section allows immediate use and income generation while development planning proceeds.

Development Potential – To Be Renovated:
*) Multiple residential units in original structure,
*) Roofs partially renovated,
*) Remaining structures allow flexible redesign,
*) Potential for 6–8+ additional apartments, depending on layout strategy,
*) Ideal for standardized renovation and resale segmentation.

Land & Asset Security:
*) Total land: approx. 6.6 hectares (16 acres):
Meadows: 6 acres,

Remaining land: woodland and natural vegetation,
*) Land enhances:
Asset protection,
Privacy,
Agriturismo potential,

Pricing: €485,000, this pricing reflects:
*) Existing renovations and infrastructure,
*) Development and subdivision potential,
*) Land scale uncommon at this entry level,
*) Multiple monetization paths with downside protection,
*) At the rear, there is a right of way for the owners of the land located slightly further up the hill.

Location Advantage:
*) Municipality of Caprese Michelangelo in Tuscany,
*) Strong balance between privacy and accessibility,
*) Near the service hubs of Pieve Santo Stefano and Sansepolcro, and the tourist center Anghiari,

Layout

The fully built-up areas are approximately 950-1100 square meters (10225 – 11840 sqft).

The future owner may determine the final layout of the property, subject to the necessary permits and approvals to be obtained in advance from the competent authorities, including the municipality and the land registry.

The current situation:

1- Main building: consists of several units, two of which have been completely renovated and fitted with a new roof. A third unit is a shell renovation and still needs internal finishing. The remainder is a former house, and various spaces still need to be renovated according to the new owner’s plans. These spaces could be used for rental units, group and meeting rooms, etc.

First Apartment completely renovated: This spacious family apartment is located on the first floor and has its own entrance. It comprises a large living room, kitchen, storage room, and a stone staircase leading to the second floor, where there are three spacious bedrooms, a bathroom, and a laundry room. The laundry room also houses the gas-fired central heating system for heating and hot water.

Second Apartment, completely renovated: has its own entrance and comprises a spacious hall on the ground floor, with a fixed stone staircase leading to the first floor, where there is a living room with an open-plan kitchen and a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. It is also possible to use the renovated, spacious tavern on the ground floor (which is already connected by a door) as a living room with a kitchen and to create a second bedroom upstairs.

A spacious renovated tavern with a private entrance (which can be connected to the second apartment) has a kitchen and is currently used as a family room for large groups.

Third apartment with a private entrance has been renovated from scratch and consists of a living room with a kitchen on the ground floor, while two small bedrooms and a bathroom can be created upstairs.

The fourth house with a private entrance requires complete renovation, and the layout is up to the new owner.

Several other rooms require complete renovation, and more apartments with private entrances can be created. The layout of these apartments is up to the new owner.

Second building: This building is located approximately 20–30 meters from the main house and requires renovation according to the new owner’s plans. It could, for example, be converted into a detached house or two apartments.

Third annex: Consists of various storage rooms and the pizza and barbecue hut.

Fourth outbuilding: It is in poor condition and could be converted for use with garden tools, a tractor, etc.

Possible construction: According to the surveyor, a detached building of approximately 150–200 square meters could be built, to be used as a party hall, meeting room, retreat center, etc.

Swimming pool: According to the surveyor, it is also possible to build a swimming pool around the hamlet.

The site is approximately 8 hectares and consists of meadows, woods, and shrubs.

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General ameneties

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Please note, this may not be the properties exact location due to security reasons.

Distances & airports

– Caprese Michelangelo: Approximately 5 km / 3 miles away, offering necessary facilities and historical charm.

– Sansepolcro: A 15-20-minute drive, providing access to major amenities including stores, supermarkets, and hospitals.

– Access to Airports:
– Perugia: 93 km / 57 miles
– Florence: 120 km / 74 miles
– Bologna: 175 km / 108 miles
– Roma-Fiumicino: 290 km / 180 miles.

Additional & regional information

Caprese Michelangelo is a charming village in the province of Arezzo, named after the famous Renaissance master sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti.

This quiet, small part of Tuscany is located about 100 kilometres east of Florence, with houses and beautiful old churches, excellent restaurants, and a museum and library built in honour of its most famous resident, Michelangelo.

Michelangelo was born here in 1475. Many tourists travel to his birthplace to view his birth house.

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