Description:

Tuscan style property built in 2008, with sweeping panoramic views of the valley and surrounding hills.The property has been built to a high standard: double glazing, flyscreens and aluminium shutters on every window; high quality cream floor tiles, with a mosaic design by the front door; local stone 'pietra serena' steps to first floor with black marble balustrade. The house is on two floors:Ground floor:Spacious living room with fireplace and main door and french doors into gardenKitchen area with french doors to portico area by poolSmall laundry under the stairsFirst floor:Two double bedrooms with two windows and exposed beamsFurther double bedroom with one windowBathroom with shower, basin, bidet and toiletBathroom with shower, basin and toilet (wet room)Outside space:Infinity swimming pool with mosaic tiles (8 x 5m, 1.5m deep) with roman stepsCovered portico by kitchen doorPaved patio area by pool, with plenty of space for sun loungersRaised wooden pergola areaParking space for 3-4 carsOutbuildings:Wooden shed for storing garden equipmentCovered carportAdvantages:Modern, energy efficient houseWeaknesses:Steep road down to propertyDistances:4 km Bagni di Lucca27 km Lucca42 km Abetone (skiing)54 km Pisa airport53 km Viareggio (beach)91 km FlorencePlease note that any utility services, heating system or appliances have not been tested and no warranty can be given or implied as to their working order.Energy classification: E Performance index: requested from vendor. Additional costs1 Agency charges amount to a minimum of € 1,500, otherwise up to 3% of purchase price (see our SERVICES page for a full description of the assistance we provide)2 Investigation of existing ownership and boundaries of a property, normally carried out by a geometra, generally costs from € 750 plus, as a rule, 1% of the purchase price3 Notary fees are based on the declared value for tax purposes. There is no published tariff but experience points to about 3% on lower value properties, perhaps 2% on higher valuePlease note that all professional fees are subject to IVA (Italian purchase tax) 4 Land registry + Government taxes: a) 1st home, Italian resident: € 336 + 2% of declared value b) 2nd home, or non-resident: 9% of declared value c) agricultural land: 18% of declared valueDeclared values are determined by the notary at the time of the rogito (final contract). Villatua recommends all prospective purchasers to seek advice on likely tax obligations, as individual circumstances may alter the amount significantlyProperty for sale in Tuscany: Detached house with pool near Bagni di Lucca