Published by carratelli3 years ago

Farmhouses for sale: useful information for those looking to sell or buy a farm. The farmhouse market in Italy and farmhouses in Tuscany.

Farmhouse for sale

 

Do you have an agritourism business and want to know how to market it, or are you looking for a farmhouse for sale? Here's what you need to know.

 

Agritourism in Italy and farmhouses

 

Agritourism is still a very popular activity in Italy. In 2021, there were over 25,000 agritourism establishments in Italy. In the summer of 2022, these establishments achieved sold out in Italy and have been chosen by 7 million Italians, a figure corresponding to 30% of the peninsula's holidaymakers.

An agritourism property for sale is therefore attractive and destined to be purchased sooner or later. However, it's essential to know its true value to avoid false expectations or, worse, selling off your business at a low price. To do this, simply contact a real estate agency specializing in this type of market, such as Carratelli RE. 

For those looking to purchase a property to convert into an agritourism business, however, it's essential to understand the characteristics required for this type of business and the parameters required to operate the accommodation business in compliance with the law. 

 

The characteristics of the farmhouse

 

But what exactly is an agriturismo? Perhaps a country house with rooms and/or apartments? Not exactly. Let's take a closer look at the exact profile of an agriturismo and the essential characteristics it must have. 

As we have already had the opportunity to tell, thefarmhouse It was born around the mid-1960s as a form of economic support for agricultural companies. 

To be able to talk about agritourism, three fundamental conditions must exist:

  • - agricultural production or animal husbandry
  • - enhancement of the agricultural resources of the area
  • - hospitality services (catering and/or accommodation) 
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These three parameters are the basis of the business, therefore anyone intending to take over a facility or start one in a new context must ensure that they exist: only in this way can the necessary authorizations be obtained.

 

Agricultural production

 

Regarding agricultural production, it's quite simple: those who run an agritourism business must dedicate themselves to cultivating the fields, forestry, or livestock. This activity produces products that can be sold at the market or within the agritourism itself. These products will be used as zero-mile products in the restaurant and as local products for purchase in the agritourism shop. 

 

Valorization of resources

 

The commitment to enhancing the territory implies respecting and safeguarding local traditions, both in terms of construction and rural development, by promoting typical regional crops, the use of agricultural techniques, and the promotion of local traditions.

 

Hospitality

 

Finally, the agritourism business must offer hospitality. This can take the form of catering, lodging, or both.

A fourth parameter, which we might call commercial, is represented by the "experiential" proposal: educational visits, craft workshops, outdoor sports, and excursions are all activities that can complement the agritourism offering to the benefit of the business. 

While these are the general parameters, there are regional provisions that strictly regulate issues relating to:

  • - activity criteria and limitations
  • - qualification and tax regulations
  • - health and hygiene standards
  • - communications relating to rates and opening periods
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Farmhouses for sale in Tuscany: the best opportunities with Carratelli RE

 

If you are looking for a farmhouse for sale in Tuscany (here the regional regulation for agritourism), Carratelli RE It's the real estate agency that can find you the best deals on the market and the right properties to launch your business.

If you are thinking of opening an agritourism business, you can consult the farmhouses for sale or use our service Property Finder.

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