Description:

Spacious, delightfully authentic Tuscan farmhouse located in a sunny position with fantastic views of the Apuane mountains.Property has had planning permissions granted, although these have expired. Re-submission of plans would be required before commencement of works.While the owner would consider offers for the property as it stands, there is also the option of agreeing to a longer term deal involving the full renovation of the property, for delivery in 12 to 18 month,at a price negotiable around €1,000,000, depending upon detailed specification.There is a 600m private access road and has a sizeable parking area adjacent to the farmhouse.Currently the plans are for 3 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a separate self-contained apartment in the barn attached to the house. These plans can be modified by a new owner, as required.Plans for a swimming pool in a prominent panoramic position are also all ready to be submitted to the local council.There are numerous olive trees and a vineyard on the extensive land, which has potential for small scale farming operations.AdvantagesGreat opportunity to create a classic Tuscan homeWeaknesses A factory, on the valley floor, is visibleDistances2 km Nearest village/shop7 km Barga15 km Bagni di Lucca (thermal spa)34 km Lucca49 km Abetone (skiing)55 km Viareggio (beach)57 km Pisa airport101 km Florence Please 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 orderAdditional costs 1) 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 price 3) 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 value Please 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 valueb) 2nd home, or non-resident: 9% of declared valuec) agricultural land: 18% of declared value Declared 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 significantly Large farmhouse to renovate in Tuscany: Classic Tuscan farmhouse to restore