Description
Historic Villa near Florence with Breathtaking Panorama
This prestigious historic villa, located in the picturesque Florentine countryside, is just 3 km from all services and 20 minutes from Florence. It was originally a medieval tower dating back to the 13th century, built for defensive purposes, hence its unique position overlooking the valley. The location provides excellent privacy while not being isolated, close to Florence and all major Tuscan attractions such as Chianti, Siena, Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia and Pisa and with easy access to all major roads.
The villa has been expertly restored by Mr. Gucci to highlight its original features, resulting today in an elegant and welcoming home that is true to its heritage. The property includes about 6 hectares of land with olive groves and scenic gardens designed by Pietro Porcinai, one of Italy's most renowned landscape architects. The villa is on three levels and covers an area of about 410 square meters, consisting of the main house and an independent studio annex. The exteriors boast an 8.5 x 14-meter saltwater swimming pool, a large terracotta patio with a stone pizza oven, and several relaxation areas shaded by gazebos. The panoramic view from the villa sweeps over the entire Valdarno valley, from Reggello to Pelago to Vallombrosa.
The interior of the villa has been carefully restored to preserve the original structure, using fine materials such as sandstone and Venetian stucco. The main house is composed as follows: on the ground floor there is a fully equipped kitchen with wood stove and direct access to the large paved patio perfect for breakfasts, a large and bright formal dining room with antique fireplace and an additional smaller dining room with glass door and direct access to the garden. Completing the ground floor is a living room with a fireplace and full-height glass doors leading to the stunning terrace with breathtaking views, a half bath and a utility room.
The original Gothic stone archway dating back to the 13th century leads to the second floor via the sandstone staircase. A wide landing leads to the beautifully finished and furnished sleeping area, in which there are 3 double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a single bedroom. All bathrooms are made of pink marble from Portugal.
To complete the property, an area that is currently dedicated to guests develops under the panoramic terrace.
The property is fully fenced, with access through two automatic cast-iron gates. Hot water is provided by solar panels and a recently installed pellet stove, while an own well ensures water supply.
Located in Valdarno, between the river and the hills, the territory of Rignano sull'Arno is made up of many hamlets scattered in the green, interspersed with Romanesque churches and cultivated fields. The origins of the first settlement date back to 1086, with evidence of Castelluccio, soon coveted by Florence for the control of this strategic area. Striking throughout the Rignanese territory are the churches, which formed the central hub around which the settlements were built.
Distances to major cities; Florence (15 km), Greve in Chianti (20 km), Siena (80 km), Pisa and airport (100 km), Lucca (100 km), Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi (100 km).
Distances to the main airports; Florence A. Vespucci (43 km), Pisa G. Galilei (104 km), Bologna G. Marconi (128 km), Perugia San Francesco (143 km), Grosseto C. Baccarini (156 km), Rome Ciampino (270 km), Rome Fiumicino (284 km).
