Magnificent historic estate comprising a stunning villa, various restored cottages and outbuildings, surrounded by 110 hectares of land (275 acres) including landscaped gardens and olive grove.
The property enjoys a commanding panoramic position, in Tuscan hills with breathtaking views that from the villa extends over the Tuscan Riviera and across wonderful countryside to the coastal town of Viareggio and Lake Massaciuccoli.
The main villa, dating back to 17th century, belonged to a noble family who maintained the property original features and character over the past centuries, it is a fine example of classic and elegant architecture typical of historic villas in this area.
The villa is surrounded by extensive, landscaped and terraced gardens including heliport and large heated pool with Jacuzzi that benefits from spectacular sea views. On the lower level is a magnificent Italian garden with pergola, an ideal outside space where relaxing while enjoying the breathtaking panorama.
The villa provides 1.200 sq m of well-presented living space arranged on various levels. The ground floor features the main entrance hall, a large living room with open fireplace, a spacious dining room that can accommodate 12 people, sitting room with open fireplace, bathroom, study/office room, a functional walk-in wardrobe and master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, dressing room and living area.
There is a generous sleeping area on the first floor, it consists of four large double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom and study-library room with en-suite bathroom. Upstairs on the attic there are utility rooms, laundry room and storerooms.
The basement comprises a big kitchen connected to the dining room located on the upper level by dumb-waiter lift,
a functional spacious pantry, living room with open fireplace, huge dining room that can accommodate 24 people, bathroom and cellar. From the basement an elegant staircase leads down to reception-room with billiard table, grand piano and doors opening on to the garden outside.
The ground floor, the first floor and the basement are connected by staircase and by internal lift.
In addition to the main villa, there are various cottages including restored country houses ( 310 sq m), two large outbuildings of 1.300 sq m in needs of renovation and a lovely private chapel of 60 sq m.
The olive grove, comprising 350 olive trees, used to make up to 30 quintals of (Protected Designation of Origin) excellent quality extra-virgin olive oil.
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This unique property is located within the territory of Municipality of Massarosa, in hillside position facing the Tuscan Riviera, only 11 km away from Lucca town centre and 17 from the coastal town of Viareggio and local beaches.
Massarosa, town of Roman origins, is a major tourist, agricultural and industrial centre, located to the west of Viareggio between Sarzanese road and Massaciuccoli lake and has a territorial structure spread among hills, plains and lakes. The area is dotted with a lot of exclusive villas (dating back to the 16th and 19th centuries), villages and historical churches. Massarosa is also well known for its natural beauties, especially for the famous Massaciuccoli Lake inside the natural Park of Migliarino, San Rossore, Massaciuccoli. The park extends along the coastline between Pisa and Lucca and also includes the former Presidential Estate of San Rossore, the pinewoods of Tombolo and Macchia Lucchese. In 2005 the Park was awarded with the European Diploma of Protected Areas and, thanks to its rich fauna, is a LIPU oasis, as well.
The most outstanding hilly areas, if considered from a panoramic point of view along the shoreline, are Corsanico, Bargecchia, Mommio Castello, Montignano and Pieve a Elici, where one can appreciate breathtaking natural sights, historical and artistic beauties, immersed in the greenery and tranquility.
From those hilly areas, the centre of Massarosa, the seaside and the beaches of the famous Versilia Riviera can be conveniently reached by car in just a few minutes. The hilly hinterland allows to go walking, cycling or horse riding on the old paths of the pilgrims along the Via Francigena.