Penthouse overlooking Piazza del Campo in Siena!

ITALY, TUSCANY, SIENA

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Penthouse in Siena of about 160 sqm + panoramic terraces overlooking the monuments of the medieval city and the surrounding countryside. The amazing 360 degree views which include the famous Piazza del Campo (famous the world over for the Palio horserace) make it a property of rare beauty and historical value. It is on the top floor of a noble 13th century palazzo.

Description
The property is accessed by a perfectly preserved terracotta staircase, with double entrance from a wooden door to a stained glass door, there is access into the living room where, through the central window there is a first view of the square and the Torre del Mangia, symbol of the city.

On the left of the entrance is a guest bathroom, and also from the hallway is access to the living area communicating with the kitchen. From the entrance, continuing on the right there is a corridor which leads to the a single bedroom and two storerooms, one with boiler. Then there are two bedrooms, a second bathroom and a study. From the main bedroom, which has two windows and a lot natural light, you can see the Duomo and the rooftops of the city.

Outdoor spaces
There are two beautiful panoramic terraces, overlooking the city and providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, from the Val di Merse, Chianti to the Val d’Orcia with Monte Amiata and Monte Cetona in the background. There are unique views of monuments such as the Duomo and the Torre del Mangia as well as the famous red roofs of the city of Siena. The first terrace is excellent for dinners, aperitifs and exclusive events, and the second offers a privileged view of the main piazza especially during the world’s most famous horse race, the Palio. The exterior is typical of stone palazzi of the Middle Ages, with imposing and at the same time elegant structures.

Condition and finishes
The property has passed through the centuries of its long life in an excellent state of preservation, renovated and refinished over the years with elegant and light color finishes.The floors are both terracotta and Italian oak herringbone parquet but there is no shortage of comforts such as central heating with cast iron radiators, and air conditioning.

Potential use
This penthouse, in addition to being a piece of history, lends itself perfectly to any use, whether residential, as a second home, to be rented out, or as an impressive property for high-profile companies.
The property, both internally and externally, is listed by the Fine Arts Authority as a property of great historical significance.

Location & lifestyle
Siena is one of the symbolic cities of Tuscany but also the beating heart of a province that encompasses some of the most evocative landscapes in the world, including Chianti, Val d’Orcia, Crete Senesi and Val di Chiana, in addition to being the place where the most famous horse race in the world, the Palio di Siena, takes place twice a year (July 2 and August 16), this is a city ”on a human scale” where the entire center is easily covered. The apartment is located right on the city’s main square, so it allows guests to walk to the major points of interest in the historic center, including Piazza del Campo with the Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre della Mangia, the Duomo and the Facciatone, the Medici Fortress, and the Basilica of San Domenico. Likewise, the city’s many typical restaurants and Conad and Pam supermarkets, just over 200m from the property, are within easy reach.