Opis:

Unique opportunity to own a medieval 'palazzo' - just oozing Tuscan charm!
The property was built in 1274 as a fortress-palazzo. In 1648 the property was completely re-modelled to become a hunting lodge. Many famous Tuscan families have been the previous owners of this 'palazzo': Castuccio, Guinigi and Sforza.
The renovation works were carried out with great care, so that all modern comforts are on hand - but do not spoil the incredible charm of this beautiful 'palazzo'.
The 'palazzo' is on four levels:
Semi basement:
- Wellness centre, which can be accessed from the outside alleyway or from the ground floor. Built in sauna, large jacuzzi vitality pool, 'mood' shower, relaxation area and standard shower.
- Cloakroom with basin and toilet.
- Cellar/storage room
- Boiler room
Ground floor:
- Atrractive entrance hall with 'pietra serena' stone steps to the first floor
- Spacious sitting / dining room (approx. 65 sqm) with original chestnut wood ceiling, fireplace and two windows. Beautiful painted doors from the 1650s.
- Large eat-in Lucchese kitchen with pizza oven, original Tuscan cooker and cotto tile floor and wood ceiling.
- Cloakroom with marble basin, bidet and toilet.
First floor:
- Spacious sitting room (approx 65 sqm) with original chestnut ceilings and floors. Window enclosure with two pairs of windows. Fireplace with family coat of arms.
- Double bedroom with fireplace and enclosed loggia area and an external balcony with wonderful views of the valley and surrounding mountains.
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, antique copper basin, bidet and toilet.
- Further double bedroom
- Ensuite bathroom with corner shower, marble basin, bidet and toilet.
Separate suite with:
- Small sitting room with fireplace and pannelled wood walls with gold leaf decoration.
- Double bedroom
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, beautiful fluted marble basin, bidet and toilet.
Attic:
- Two large rooms with original chestnut wood floors and two small windows in each room.
These rooms offer the potential of further bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.
Outbuildings:
- Outbuilding in the garden with a 'summer kitchen' with stone sink, gas hobs, electric oven, kitchen units and a pizza oven.
- Bathroom with shower (hot and cold water), basin and toilet.
Outside space:
- Fully enclosed garden of 1,450 sqm, accessed across public footpath.
Garden is on three levels:
Top level with 'summer kitchen', bathroom and covered pergola area.
Middle level with grass and box hedges, fruit trees.
Bottom level with swimming pool and lawn for sunbathing and relaxation, with several large statues around the edge.
Beautiful swimming pool of 40 sqm (9 x 5m), lined with 'pietra serna' stone and a decorative water spout.
Advantages:
Unique historical Tuscan palazzo with very attractive Wellness Centre and elegant swimming pool.
Weaknesses:
No parking on the property. Large communal car park 30m away.
Distance:
800 m Nearest bars/restaurants/shops/post office
8 kms Bagni di Lucca (thermal spa)
27 kms Lucca
43 kms Abetone (skiing)
48 kms Viareggio (beach)
51 kms Pisa airport
94 kms 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 order.
Energy classification and performance index: Vendor to advise
Additional costs:
Luxury homes, as defined by Italian property law, do not qualify for the concessionary rate of tax (currently 2%) available to residents, or to those intending to establish residence within a year, buying their first house.

In these cases tax + registry charges on residential property will total 9% of the ‘valore catastale’. These are calculated by the notary according to a number of assessment criteria which often results in a figure considerably below the purchase price.

Agricultural land is currently subject to tax at 18% of its ‘valore catastale’.

Agency fees are normally 3% of the purchase price, + IVA

If an architect or geometra is employed, charges are generally calculated on a time-related basis. It is advisable to obtain quotes for any major works or renovation projects.
Luxury villa for sale in Tuscany: Historical Tuscan palazzo for sale