Equestrian & Polo

On the Mugello hills, in a highly scenic and private location, 62.2-hectare estate with a medieval castle and accommodation businesses for sale. The property boasts an almost thousand-year history and is in excellent condition, with over 5,300 m² of living space and great development potential for the hospitality activity. 

The heart of the property is formed by the castle (2,587 m² – 27,836 ft²), an imposing stone building perched on the hilltop overlooking the surrounding countryside. The structure dates back to the 11th century and was most likely a fortified tower in its early phase. Over the centuries, the building was expanded and became an important control point of Mugello. In the 13th century, the fortress became part of Florence’s possessions, and a document from 1269 indicates that at that time, the castle consisted of a palazzo with a tower and thirteen houses arranged along the perimeter of the walls. By the end of the 14th century, the military function of the castle began to fade, and the fortress did not take part in significant military events from then on. A mid-17th-century census openly speaks of a villa rather than a castle, signaling the definitive conversion of the building into a countryside residence. The structure passed into the hands of various families and was renovated multiple times, without significantly altering its original appearance. Between 1915 and 1917, the castle was renovated by architect Agenore Socini, who also created the beautiful Italian-style garden (6,600 m²) that covers the south slope of the hill.

On the foothills of Casentino, not far from Arezzo and Subbiano, a 17th-century farmhouse with guesthouse and outbuildings for sale. The property (468 m²), tastefully and carefully restored by the current owner, retains all original features and currently houses a total of 5 bedrooms with large and elegant living areas. The 40.5 hectares surrounding the buildings are covered with woods and olive trees (7.3 ha).

The property, as a whole, lends itself very well to multiple uses.

A large family that was looking for a home in which to live in full contact with nature but at the same time not far from services would find the ideal place here. Alternatively, the country house could be converted into a B&B and/or vacation home with potential conversion of the old stables into a small wellness center for the guests. Finally, the estate could be managed in the form of an Agriturismo if the new owners wanted to try their hand at agricultural activities, which could include olive production alone, new organic crops and even animal breeding.

In the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, immersed in over 100 hectares of gentle hills, vineyards, olive groves, and Mediterranean forests, stands this extraordinary organic estate with Agriturismo (45 rooms in total), wellness center, and facilities dedicated to agricultural and equestrian activities. An authentic and charming place, where the beauty of the Tuscan landscape blends harmoniously with significant hospitality and productive activities.

The property, entirely organic, produces wine, extra virgin olive oil, and spirits, offering a unique experience in the heart of Tuscan enogastronomic tradition. Among the symbolically significant places of the estate are a suggestive centuries-old oak and a fascinating natural labyrinth, elements that contribute to making the setting unique.

The hospitality complex is divided into three main bodies: the first is an Agriturismo characterized by authentic and traditional environments; the second is a 4-star country hotel, equipped with all comforts and designed to host an international clientele seeking relaxation and well-being; the third consists of agricultural buildings.

On the hills of Orvieto, in southern Umbria, 45.9-hectare estate for sale. Renovated in recent years and finished with fine materials, the property consists of three buildings and is perfect both as a private home and as an income property thanks to the presence of three separate residential units. The agricultural land surrounds the buildings and includes an Orvieto DOC vineyard and 400 olive trees as well as forest paths and fields suitable for horses.

The property can be purchased either through a real estate transaction or as a transfer of shares. The latter might prove advantageous by reducing potential taxes, facilitating acquisition by non-EU nationals.

DESCRIPTION OF THE BUILDINGS

The main villa (478 m² – 5,143 ft², 3 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms) is a large historic building, which once belonged to a famous count of Orvieto. The structure was entirely renovated in 2023 and in in excellent condition, structured on two floors. On the lower level are large representative rooms, the laundry, two bathrooms (one covered in marble, the other in wainscoting) as well as a beautiful kitchen equipped with modern, state-of-the-art appliances. On the upper level, on the other hand, is the sleeping area consisting of three bedrooms with en-suite marble bathrooms (the master also has a private walk-in closet). All the rooms enjoy dramatic views of the surrounding countryside, while five of them are equipped with in-wall speakers.

The villa is surrounded by an exclusive garden of 3,600 m² that houses a convenient parking area and the 10 × 5 m swimming pool with terracotta solarium.

The rustic farmhouse (272 m² – 2,927 ft², 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms) located not far from the villa houses some storage rooms on the ground floor as well as two apartments (one on each floor). On the ground floor there is also a semi-open forno in its original non-improved state containing the estate’s wood oven (still functional) as well as a smaller room which anticipates an outdoor bathroom. While currently used for storage, this 40-m² area can be developed for habitation or agricultural purposes. The apartment on the first floor consists of living room, dining room with kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

This building also has an exclusive outdoor garden (about 3,500 m²) with parking behind the house.

For enthusiasts, the property also has stables with 8 stalls (160 m² – 1,722 ft²) and a large barn (153 m² – 1,646 ft²) with tool storage, bathroom and hay storage. The roof of the stables houses the 34-kW photovoltaic system (mounted so that it is not visible from anywhere on the property). The volumes could be reconfigured for other use more in line with the buyers’ needs. Not far away is an outdoor working arena for training.

In the vicinity of the villa is the original cellar (115 m² – 1,237 ft²) which leads to the grotto formerly used for storing wine, olive oil and other produce of the estate. It has fallen into disrepair; however, it offers great potential as it can be used for numerous purposes. While currently 115 m², it can be extended another 300+ m² should the purchaser wish to pursue vinification or other agricultural endeavors.

Nestled in the rolling countryside of Radicondoli, just a short 10-minute drive from the village center, this remarkable estate extends over approximately 1,012 hectares (2,501 acres), offering an exceptional combination of privacy, natural beauty and productive land.

Of the total surface, around 700 hectares are enclosed by a rare 2.5-meter-high electro-welded mesh fence – a unique feature that can no longer be replicated – ensuring absolute privacy and controlled wildlife management.

The estate lies within the renowned Chianti production area and boasts a well-established agricultural activity, currently yielding approximately 300 tons per year of cereals, alongside olive oil production and livestock farming. The property includes dedicated areas for cattle breeding, with facilities accommodating up to 500 head, complete with barns, silos and operational buildings. Approximately 5.2 hectares are devoted to olive groves.

A significant highlight of the property is its large artificial lake, with a capacity exceeding 450,000 cubic meters and an expansive surface area, serving irrigation systems, fire prevention infrastructure and offering potential for private fishing activities.

The estate is equipped with photovoltaic panels, ensuring substantial energy production and partial resale to the national grid, contributing to its overall sustainability and efficiency.

Originally established in the 1950s as a private hunting reserve, the property remains unique in Italy as the only estate where hunting is permitted year-round (subject to national wildlife regulations). The grounds are rich in fauna, including wild boar, mouflon, red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, hare and pheasant, alongside sightings of foxes, wolves, badgers, porcupines and martens.

In the hills of Umbria, not far from Perugia and in an area of rare beauty, impressive estate with medieval abbey for sale. The numerous buildings on the estate largely need restoration work, but the property boasts incredible development potential with the possibility of creating a high-level accommodation business (over 150 potential bedrooms) combined with the agricultural activity already in place.

The heart of the property is the beautiful 10th-century Benedictine abbey (over 6,500 m²). The building rose on the remains of a pre-existing Roman temple and reached its peak around the 12th century. Over the years, various bequests and donations meant that the abbey came to exert its influence over more than thirty towns and twenty castles in the Perugia area. The cloister and church visible today were built in the 13th century, and during the same period the same buildings were embellished with fine art and furnishings. Crisis began to set in at the end of the 14th century, and the abbey slowly became depopulated, until in 1602 it became the focal point of a large farm.

A group of Cistercian monks came to the abbey in 1749 and remained there continuously until the Unification of Italy, when the property was expropriated and sold.

The interior of the abbey still features original elements of rare beauty: the chapter house houses beautiful religious-themed frescoes from the late 13th century, while the church (dating back to the 14th century) still has the original altars decorated with frescoes by Bartolomeo Caporali and Fiorenzo di Lorenzo. In the basement, however, is the crypt, which is, to date, the oldest part of the abbey.

In the grounds of the abbey there are also 50 rustic buildings including farmhouses and agricultural outbuildings (over 27,000 m²): some of these (around twenty) have been renovated over the years and are in excellent condition, while the remaining ones are in need of restoration, consolidation and renovation. At the same time, the Master Plan of the Municipality of Perugia would allow the construction of new volumes within some areas of the property (roughly equal to those already existing) intended for tourist and accommodation activities.

Not far from Arezzo, in Tuscany, equestrian estate for sale. The main building of the property is a modern stable (1,900 m² – 20,444 ft²) with an ample covered training arena (20 × 46 m). 21 horse stalls are located on the longer sides of the building. On one of the short sides are located the offices, a club house for meetings, a refectory, a barn and a storage room.

Not far from the stables is an ample two-story farmhouse (459 m² – 4,939 ft²) in need of renovation but ideal if one wants to either live within the property or start an accommodation business. Right next to the farmhouse there is a shed once used as animal recovery, carriage workshop and storage room.

A small warehouse (73 m² – 785 ft²) is currently used as a tool storage house. A canopy (140 m² – 1,506 ft²) completes the property.

The property covers roughly 4.0 hectares of arable land, surrounding both the stables and the farmhouse. Just outside the stable are located an open-air arena (50 × 80 m) and 4 paddocks for the horses.

On the hills at the border between Umbria and Lazio, in a quiet and panoramic location less than an hour from Rome, 69.8-hectare estate is for sale. The property consists of numerous residential and agricultural buildings (over 6,400 sqm) and has 30 bedrooms for guest accommodation, two swimming pools, a tennis court, and large well-maintained gardens. The extensive agricultural land allows for typical local crops as well as animal breeding.

THE MANORIAL VILLA

The main villa (855 m² – 9,200 ft², 9 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms) is a noble-style building dating back to the mid-1700s, completely renovated. The building is spread over four floors connected by a convenient elevator.

• Basement: technical rooms and caretaker’s apartment (living room with kitchenette, two bedrooms, and bathroom);
• Ground floor: entrance, living room with fireplace, game room, lounge, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room, and bathroom;
• First floor: entrance, living room, two bedrooms with private bathrooms, and two bedrooms with shared bathrooms;
• Second floor: living room, bedroom with private bathroom, and two bedrooms with shared bathrooms.

The villa is surrounded by a private park and features a 15 × 7 m swimming pool with a dedicated pool house.

Set in the hills between Val d’Elsa and the Maremma, in a highly scenic and picturesque location, 31.7-hectare estate featuring a renovated farmhouse and vineyard for sale. The result of an exceptional renovation and enhancement project, this one-of-a-kind property is ideally suited to serve as a luxury private residence or a vacation home.

The farmhouse (493 m² – 5,305 ft², 6 bedrooms, and 8 bathrooms) is a rustic Tuscan-style building, fully renovated and finished with high-quality elements that blend seamlessly with the building’s original character. On the ground floor is a large living room with a dining area and an open kitchen. From here, one then proceeds to a bedroom with a private bathroom, a private office, and a second bedroom served by a separate bathroom. From the outside, there is also access to the tasting room, a two-story independent suite with private bathroom, and the laundry room.

On the upper floor, accessible both via an internal staircase and directly from the outside, there is a large central living room with a walk-in closet that leads to four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (two with walk-in closets).

Outside, in front of the farmhouse, a paved pergola has been built that serves perfectly as both a summer lounge and an outdoor dining area with views of the surrounding countryside.

The wine cellar (86 m² – 925 ft²) is housed in a charming outbuilding located just a few steps from the farmhouse and consists of two interconnected rooms.

A few kilometers from Osimo, not far from the famous Recanati and the crystalline coast of Numana, 93-hectare estate with eight farmhouses to renovate for sale. The property boasts numerous buildings (more than 4,300 m² in total, most to be renovated) that could be easily adapted for hospitality activities thanks to the presence of various independent farmhouses. The company offers great development potential for an agritourism-related hospitality business. The agricultural land includes an olive grove (1.2 hectares) which produces excellent olive oil.

The property is available with different options that allow maximum flexibility for the buyer:

• Entire property (Business center + land + farmhouses): € 4,900,000
• Only agricultural land: € 3,730,000
• Only farmhouses: € 1,230,000
• Individual farmhouses: see below

THE MAIN BODY

The business center (1,145 m² – 12,320 ft²), composed of annexes used for productive functions connected to agricultural activities, is located in a strategic and easily accessible position, ideal for activities related to the management of tillable land and running a structured farm. The property includes rural buildings for operational and logistical use, warehouses for storing equipment and products, as well as functional spaces for storing agricultural machinery.

One of the buildings is equipped with a photovoltaic system, which allows the production of renewable energy to support business activities, contributing to reduced management costs and improved overall energy efficiency.

The complex is suitable for different types of use, both for direct management and as an investment, thanks to the versatility of the spaces and the presence of already operational infrastructure, in a productive and well-organized agricultural context.