Just minutes from Cortona, in the heart of the Val di Chiana, in the locality of Sodo, in an extraordinarily panoramic position overlooking the valley, we offer for sale a historic building complex currently used primarily for residential purposes, with adjoining buildings originally associated with the production activity of what is known as La Fabbrica di Catrosse. A unique property, where production, architecture, landscape and living are authentically intertwined. The Sodo area represents one of the most significant contexts from an archaeological point of view in the Cortona area, known for the presence of important Etruscan remains dating back to the 6th century BC. A landscape in which history is stratified and becomes an integral part of the place. History and identity The Catrosse Factory was founded at the end of the 18th century by the noble Venuti family, protagonists of the cultural and productive life of the Cortona area. Here, a manufacturing industry dedicated to the production of earthenware and majolica was developed, in an Enlightenment context in which production, knowledge, and territory were profoundly connected. The ceramic production of Catrosse became a symbol of prestige and refinement for Cortona, an expression of a cultured and ambitious vision of the territory The structure was part of a larger system, in which production and daily life coexisted in the same place: a rural microcosm in which those who worked in the factory lived within the complex, creating an authentic balance between function and living. This system was closely linked to the nearby family residence, the historic Villa Venuti, with which it shared a direct relationship, helping to define a unique productive and cultural context in the surrounding landscape. Even today this story is perfectly legible in the spaces, proportions and signs left by time. A distinctive feature is the building's evolution: today, the complex has a predominantly residential configuration, which allows for a renovation project without the need for a change of use, enhancing the existing features in a coherent and direct way. Description and structure The property extends over approximately 1,100 m2 in total, spread over various levels and divided into over 20 mainly residential spaces. The complex is composed of several distinct buildings harmoniously inserted into the land, organized around a front courtyard that represents the relational hub of the entire settlement. The interior spaces reflect the complex's historical stratification: on one side, the spaces linked to the original production, on the other, those intended for living, today the prevalent and central element in interpreting the property. Architectural features and atmosphere The interiors convey an extraordinarily authentic and material identity. The living spaces, punctuated by large brick fireplaces, antique terracotta floors, and exposed wooden beam ceilings, interact with more minimalist and evocative spaces, where layered walls, niches, arches, and irregular passageways evoke the memory of the workmanship. A sequence of diverse yet coherent atmospheres emerges, where time becomes an architectural element and the material retains its character intact. Some rooms are particularly dramatic, with double windows and views of the valley; others, more intimate, convey the more intimate and operational dimension of the complex. Natural light, together with the materiality of the surfaces, creates a unique atmosphere: a place that should not be imagined, but interpreted. Volumes and external spaces Alongside the main building, the property includes additional volumes that enrich the architectural composition. Among these, an original stone structure, characterized by arches and openings towards the landscape, overlooks the valley directly, becoming one of the most iconic and evocative elements of the entire complex. In front of the main building, a courtyard connects the various buildings and provides an authentic sense of the original layout. Location and view The property enjoys an extraordinarily panoramic and dominant position over the Valdichiana. From here, the view opens wide and uninterrupted over the valley, amidst olive groves, fields, and rolling hills, with a privileged visual relationship with Cortona, whose architecture emerges from the landscape and becomes an integral part of the setting. A rare vantage point for its quality, depth and breadth. Land The property is surrounded by approximately 10,000 square meters of land, characterized by an olive grove and spontaneous vegetation. Main data • Surface area: approximately 1,100 m2 • Premises: over 20 rooms • Land: approximately 10,000 m2 with olive grove Potential Due to its characteristics, size and location, the property lends itself to multiple developments: • private residence of great character • accommodation facility (relais or boutique hotel) • cultural or creative project An identity to be brought to light The La Fabbrica di Catrosse complex preserves a concrete history, made of material, light and function. A coherent set of spaces that tell the story of the past and suggest new possibilities. Today represents the opportunity to transform this legacy into a contemporary project, enhancing a configuration already oriented towards living and keeping its soul intact. Some of the images proposed include home staging interventions, created to offer a design reading of the spaces and suggest possible contemporary interpretations of the environments.