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Country estate in central Istria
StatusFor sale
The estate, dating back a century, is nestled amidst a collection of ancient stone houses and winding village pathways in central Istria, near the medieval town of Žminj.
305 sqm
House
354 sqm
Land
2
Bedrooms
200.000 €
Price
Awaiting
E.P.C.
20829
Listing ID
Key features
A century-old estate with a lot of character
A tame village surrounded by greenery
Pazin 15 km - Rovinj 26 km
Authentic village ambience
Main house | 2 Bedrooms - 1 Bathroom - 3 Floors - 227,62 m2
Auxiliary building | 2 Floors - approx. 56,00 m2
Description
The estate, dating back a century, is nestled amidst a collection of ancient stone houses and winding village pathways in central Istria, near the medieval town of Žminj. Žminj is renowned for its historic trade, crafts, and lush, verdant landscapes. The tranquil, picturesque villages surrounding Žminj offer a serene, green, and quiet ambiance, drawing in visitors seeking relaxation in an authentic setting. This timeless estate offers the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate these ancient houses and preserve them for generations to come.
Adjacent to the main house, an auxiliary building spanning two floors and totaling 56 m² serves as a garage and a crop storage facility. The property sits upon a fenced plot spanning 354 m², with additional potential to acquire various building and agricultural plots in close proximity. Living or vacationing in a renovated stone house is a unique experience that connects us with history and tradition, and this is exactly what demanding guests from urban areas are looking for. In addition to the historical context, this estate also offers the peace of village life and an excellent connection to nearby Rovinj or Pula, which offer numerous facilities and attractions. Let's also mention that this location is excellent for nature trips either on foot or by bike along the paths that lead through nearby forests and fields.
Location
Istria is known for the appealing coast and also green inland with its valleys and hills, small hilltop villages, the white cliffs, the forests, the limestone hollows, the small churches and the old medieval castles covered with ivy. In the center of Istria, Žminj is located - a small picturesque village of exceptional natural beauty, endless meadows, native vineyards, rich fields, old forests and discovered caves. Tame village environment in the interior of Istria, in the vicinity of Žminj, where the house is positioned, offers a whole spectrum of amenities nearby: Sea | Beach 26 km Services | Food store 3 km - Cafe or bar 3 km - Inn or restaurant 3 km - Elementary School 3 km - Pharmacy 3 km Sports and fun | Soccer field 3 km - Basketball court 3 km Nearby towns | Pazin 15 km - Rovinj 26 km Traffic | Highway entry Žminj 5 km - Pula Airport 39 km Attractions | Abandoned medieval town Dvigrad 13 km - Cave Feštinsko Kraljevstvo 9 km
About the property
The estate which extends to 354 square meters comprises: Main house | 2 Bedrooms - 1 Bathroom - 3 Floors - 227,62 m2 Auxiliary building | 2 Floors - approx. 56,00 m2 Canopy | approx. 21,00 m2
Main house
The spacious house with a simple layout, with 305 square meters, is spread over three floors, i.e. through the ground floor, the 1st floor and the attic. Ground floor | The entrance to the house is on the ground floor. This 227,62 m2 floor includes an covered entrance, a wine cellar and 3x storage space. First floor | Internal straight stairs lead to the upper level, that is to the 1st floor. This 56,00 m2 level features a kitchen with dining room, two bedrooms, a terrace, one bathroom, a corridor and a staircase. Attic | Internal straight stairs lead to the attic, the highest level of this house. This floor, with surface area of 21,00 m2, boasts one room.
Parking spaces
• Parking for two cars
About the house
The entrance to the house is on the ground floor level, on the west side, and vertical communication takes place via an internal staircase. The basic architectural characteristics of this well-maintained two-story building are: • Floors | Ground floor + First floor + Attic • Orientation | West • External walls | Block brick wall | Stone wall • Floor structure is made of hollow clay bricks • Roof | Pitched roof covered with clay tiles • Built approx. in 1900 • Partially renovated approx. in 2000
Fences | Old stone wall Driveway | Metal door - Wing opening
Services
• Connection to the power grid • Connection to the water supply network • Septic tank • Paved public access road
Real estate status
The land is located entirely within the boundaries of the construction area.
Documentation
Extracted documents | Decision on the constructed condition of the building - Architectural snapshot of the existing state
Area calculation
The area of the house (304,62 m2) includes the areas of these spaces: • Main house = 227,62 m2* • Auxiliary building = 56,00 m2* • Canopy = 21,00 m2* *Areas are calculated with coefficient c= 1,00 Data source = Architectural snapshot of the existing state │ Unofficial measurment of the space
The total land area including the footprint of the building(s) amounts to 354 square meters. Data source = Cadastre data
Aerial view
Main house
Ground floor
1. floor
Attic
Ancillary building
27
Attachments
Ground floor
1. floor
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200.000 €
Price
6.000 €
Approximate amount of the real estate transfer tax per rate of 3%
206.000 €*
Total price - Real estate transfer tax included 3%
*Broker's commission is not included in the stated price. More about
Licensed agent
Alesandro Laginja
With us since 2010
Alesandro will be happy to communicate with you in Italian, English and German.