Description
In Bagno a Ripoli luxury villa of about 500 sqm with private garden of about 25,400 sqm and swimming pool overlooking the gentle Tuscan countryside. Immersed in quietness and perfectly restored, it is a typical example of a cozy and romantic classic Tuscan home.
Description
Walking down the main street, you reach the private entrance gate to the 500-square-meter mansion developed on two floors. You arrive in the outdoor courtyard overlooking the villa that leads to the wonderful stone-paved loggia. The ground floor has two separate and independent entrances with large windows that give brightness to the living area. The living room houses two large, cozy and double living rooms with majestic and ancient stone fireplace, the dining room and the fully equipped eat-in kitchen in addition to the bathroom. Large windows with pleasant views of the surrounding garden make the environment even more comfortable. A majestic internal wooden staircase leads to the second floor hosting the sleeping area with five large bedrooms, one of which has a voluminous loft as well as four bathrooms. Opposite and independent from the main house a comfortable outbuilding of about 150 square meters with private entrance, large living room, kitchen and loft bedroom with bathroom. A large masonry wood-burning oven for cooking tasty pizzas makes the room perfect for hosting guests. An annex to be restored composed of with sports equipment, sauna and bathroom is part of the is perfect for use as a fitness or relaxation area. Adjacent is the large three-car garage with alarm, kitchenette and laundry compartment.
Outdoor spaces
The villa is surrounded by its well-kept 25,400-square-meter private park with lawn, tall trees and colorful flowers. The land is partly cultivated with olive groves with 500 olive trees productive of the tasty Tuscan olive oil and partly with vineyards for the production of the typical Tuscan red wine. Large outdoor spaces are dedicated to relaxation such as the large loggia overlooking the living room or the lovely covered patio furnished with table, chairs and deckchairs for organizing pleasant lunches with friends. The swimming pool with open views of the surrounding green hills is ideal for relaxing.
Condition and finishes
The dwelling is well cared for in all its internal and external parts, and the annex has been completely renovated. The finishes are those typical of the Tuscan style such as the walls of the external facades in stone, the terracotta floors and the beamed ceiling in antique wood. Antique terracotta was laid on the ground floor, while on the first floor for the sleeping area parquet was chosen. The internal staircase and the doors themselves are made of antique wood.
Potential uses
The villa is ideal as a main residence for a large family who wants to easily reach the city of Florence without giving up the pleasantness of the gentle Tuscan countryside. Convenient to reach all Tuscan services and food and wine experiences, it also lends itself as a second home immersed in nature.
Location
Bagno a Ripoli lies on one of the very first hills of Florence and is one of the most comfortable and sought after residential areas in the immediate vicinity of the center with all the necessary services that make this place perfect for family living. The historic center of Florence a few kilometers away is easily accessible by car or public transportation. Siena can be reached in less than an hour and the proximity to Chianti allows the discovery of new tastes.
