Villa for sale in Cortona, Monsigliolo

Welcome to Manzano, Cortona, in the province of Arezzo, the heart of one of the most important agricultural estates in the Val di Chiana since the 18th century, first owned by the noble Diligenti family and then by the Magi family from the early 1900s, members of the first parliament established after the unification of Italy. The Villa Magi-Diligenti complex stands on the beautiful hills surrounding Cortona and represents the most important part of the villa district, due to the quality and importance of the historic architecture present and the precious park that surrounds it. In 1967, the d'Alessandro family of Rome purchased the ancient Fattoria di Manzano, an estate spanning approximately 100 hectares in the hills surrounding Cortona. Here they founded the TENIMENTI LUIGI D'ALESSANDRO winery, a pioneer that introduced the Syrah grape to Cortona, transforming it into an icon of the region and bringing it international recognition. REAL ESTATE ASSETS FOR SALE • The eighteenth-century Villa Magi Diligenti • The historic cellar • The former Riding School • The Winter Garden • The former lemon house • The Park • The eighteenth-century noble villa, approximately 1,400 square meters, extends over three levels and still retains its 18th- and 19th-century architectural features intact. Only partially renovated, it retains an authentic charm, particularly visible in the main façade: an elegant alternation of solids and voids, with regular windows framed by stone elements and vertical pilasters that lend momentum and rigor to the structure. The central body is embellished with an architectural avant-corps that houses the current entrance, with an arched portal, balustraded balcony, and curvilinear pediment with a clock and family crest. The space in front, framed by greenery, is decorated with two tall potted palm trees that accentuate the symmetry and prestige of the entrance. • The company's historic cellar, modernized and expanded in recent years, has a covered area of over 400 m2, with all the equipment necessary for the entire grape transformation process, from the harvest phases to the packaging of the bottles. • The former Cavallerizza, completely renovated, of approximately 720 m2 on two levels divided as follows: the ground floor used for warehouses, for the benefit of the cellar, the tavern and direct sales and the first floor, completely renovated and finished, which houses Creta Osteria and a large multifunctional space for tastings and events; • A winter garden, a multipurpose space, approximately 50 m2, with glass walls, mainly used for events and tastings. • The former lemon house, now a 74m2 fully glassed-in multipurpose space used to welcome customers for visits to the cellar as well as for tastings and the direct sale of company products. • The Villa Magi Diligenti park covers approximately 1.3 hectares and features ancient sculptures, fountains, decorative rocks, a historic aviary, and a temple-style stone pergola. The vegetation—including yews, plane trees, wisteria, and boxwood—creates a well-kept yet natural environment, with shade, seasonal colors, and a romantic atmosphere. It is a quiet and charming place, ideal for relaxation or cultural events, where water, light, and art interact in every season. A strategic location for living and investing From the Villa Magi Diligenti complex, you can reach the A1 motorway exit, major road and rail hubs, national and international airports, schools, hospitals, and universities in just a few minutes. You'll be surrounded by the Tuscan hills and the vineyards of the historic and renowned Tenimenti D'Alessandro winery, enjoying a unique atmosphere of relaxation, nature, art, and music. Versatility of use of assets The property comprises a series of buildings of great charm and historical value: the 18th-century Magi Diligenti villa, the historic winery, the former riding stables, the park, the winter garden, and the former lemon house. Each asset offers ample potential for development with diverse uses, harmoniously integrating with the estate's architectural and landscape context. In particular, the villa lends itself to multiple scenarios, including: • Prestigious private residence • Mixed use with small boutique hotel • Luxury boutique hotel • Apartment complex or private residences with shared facilities • High-end wellness center or retreat • Cultural center, foundation or artist residence • Cooking school, wine academy or food and wine experiential space • Location for exclusive events • High-quality senior living • Representative headquarters or corporate campus for high-end brands A unique opportunity to bring a distinctive project to life, in a setting of absolute beauty and authenticity.