Single family villa, excellent condition, 380 m², Rignano sull'Arno

The villa dates back to the 13th century, was originally built as a watchtower and stands in a privileged panoramic position overlooking the Tuscan hills, with easy access to all main roads and transport links, just 15 km from Florence.
The villa it is surrounded by large gardens brought to life by the famous Italian landscape designer Pietro Porcinai, who shaped the exclusive 6 hectares of land of the Estate including an elegant 8 x 14 meter salt water swimming pool, completed by a solarium with double sun loungers and umbrellas, large lawns edged with flowers, shrubs and olive trees and panoramic terraces with splendid views of the countryside. The main Villa is spread over three levels. The interior has been carefully restored to preserve the original supporting structure of the house: every painting, mirror, carpet and furnishing accessory is the result of careful research and craftsmanship. The original Italian sandstone was used for the floors and stairs, the walls are finished with Venetian stucco in pastel shades and all the accessories are hand-made to measure.
On the ground floor there is a fully equipped kitchen, with stove wood-burning stove and direct access to a large paved patio perfect for breakfasts, a large and bright formal dining room with an antique fireplace, a further smaller dining room with glass door and direct access to the garden, a double living room with fireplace and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to the stunning terrace, fully furnished for alfresco dining. A service bathroom and a storage room complete the ground floor.
The original Gothic stone arch dating back to the 13th century leads to the first floor via the sandstone staircase which leads to a large landing and the beautifully finished and furnished sleeping area in which there are 3 double bedrooms and one single bedroom with en suite bathrooms, made of pink Portuguese marble and luxury finishes. A delightful studio apartment with independent entrance has been created in the basement, with elegant all-white furnishings, equipped with a double bed, a living area with fireplace and wall shelves, bathroom, air conditioning and private patio. The property includes a garage with automatic gate, a small greenhouse/winter garden and an agricultural building. The property is completely fenced and is accessed via two automatic gates.

DISTANCES:
Florence: 15 km, Florence Airport: 24 km, Greve in Chianti: 20 km, Siena: 80 km, Pisa city and airport: 100 km, Lucca: 100 km, Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi: 100 km