Description
Spectacular and panoramic historic villa of 1300 square meters with swimming pool, olive grove of 10000 square meters with an ancient church converted into a flat and outbuilding. Extraordinary in its kind, the villa is in excellent condition finely restored in 2008 retains the old flavor and welcoming noble houses with luxurious environments with a rustic and genuine touch that make it contemporary and extraordinary.
Location
The villa is located on the first hill overlooking the historic city of Lucca, famous for its historical monuments. It is one of the few cities to preserve its historic centre, rich in ancient structures from various eras, completely surrounded by sixteenth century walls. The period residence is located in a very panoramic and well exposed position, easily accessible from the state road is not far from all the primary services. Set in a context of rolling hills, the villa offers 360 degree views over the valley. The beaches can be reached in twenty minutes by car and the shopping streets and restaurants in a quarter of an hour's drive.
Description
Entering the villa through the private gate, we are immediately struck by the majesty and grandeur of the structure. The double staircase leading to the main floor of the villa gives prestige and rigour; we are welcomed by the huge hall embellished by the large antique fireplace, the dining room, a large room dedicated to music, a second reception room, a study and a service room. Going up the original stone stairs you reach the first floor where you can appreciate a large room with its large fireplace, the spacious and practical kitchen, a laundry room, three comfortable double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Of particular beauty is the large loggia accessible by external staircase as well as from the great hall. Characterized by important heights and sinuous vaults, the loggia creates a livable environment in many months of the year in which to spend moments of absolute relaxation in total privacy. In the sleeping area on the upper floor there are 7 very large and bright bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. Particularly beautiful and precious is the central hall that on this floor perfectly disengages the rooms. In the oldest part was obtained a further living area now used as a study with panoramic views.
Not far from the main villa the old church has been converted into a living room with a sitting room, bathroom, kitchen and a bedroom. On the opposite side there is another agricultural outbuilding of 110sqm with living room and kitchen, bathroom with bath, 2 double bedrooms.
Outdoor spaces
The historic house is set in its own private land of 10,000 square meters planted with olive trees with about 110 plants you can also appreciate a variety of fruit trees, old trees and colorful patches of flowers in the spring that give off very pleasant scents.
The swimming pool located a short distance from the villa enjoys absolute privacy.
State and finishes
The historical villa as well as the flat and the guest house are perfectly maintained both internally and externally. The floors are in old terracotta tiles, the original wooden doors, the high ceilings are embellished with massive beams of the time and expertly restored and wonderful to the eye. The fireplaces leave one speechless for their majesty and rarity.
Potential use
The villa is suitable to accommodate a large family that wants to live in a luxurious environment particularly sought after and beautiful, for those who love to organize parties and events and for those who want to approach the road of hospitality addressing a demanding and wealthy public.
