Description
In the renowned Poggio Imperiale area, not far from the Medici Villa and about 4 km from the International School of Florence, a restored portion of a historic villa with a swimming pool. The property (460 sqm) includes five bedrooms, a private gym, and spacious living areas with original decorations and frescoes. Outside, the garden (880 sqm) features a 10 × 4 m pool and an elegant fountain designed by the architect Bernardo Buontalenti in the 16th century.
The residence (460 sqm) is part of a larger villa, occupying about half of the total volume. The building dates back to the 15th century when it was originally constructed as a convent. Over the centuries, the religious function gave way to residential use, and the villa was later subdivided into multiple units. The restoration has preserved many of the original features, including beautiful vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, and frescoes that were restored or recreated when necessary, taking inspiration from Buontalenti’s external fountain.
Upon entering the ground floor, you are welcomed into a large living area, divided into three bright and airy rooms. At one end, there is a guest bathroom and a laundry room. On the opposite side of the building are the staircase (with storage space and an elevator), the kitchen with pantry, and the dining room with direct access to the garden.
Descending the stairs leads to what were once the villa’s cellars, now converted into a private gym with a guest bedroom and en-suite bathroom. These underground rooms are characterized by distinctive exposed brick vaults that reflect their original use as cellars and storage areas.
Going up from the ground floor, midway up the stairs is a bedroom with a private bathroom. Continuing to the first floor, the space becomes more elegant and refined. From the landing (also accessible via elevator), one side leads to a bedroom with private bathroom and walk-in closet, while the other opens to a living room with a fireplace. From here, a hallway with two large built-in wardrobes leads to the master bedroom, which includes a spacious en-suite bathroom and private walk-in closet. A staircase from the living room leads up to the attic, where the final bedroom is located, complete with bathroom and walk-in closet.
