Superb farm including elegant villa, outbuildings, chapel, a lake and extensive land accessed along a private drive.

The historical villa, an example of neo-gothic architecture, is set over 3 levels and extends to 970 square meters. The villa retains many original features including mosaic floors and fresco ceilings.

Built between 1844 and 1848 and subsequently restored at the end of the 19th century the property was passed down through nobility to its present day owner.

The accommodation comprises on the ground floor a large farmhouse style kitchen with fireplace, terracotta floors and beamed ceilings, dining room, living room, study and a series of reception rooms and, acessed indipendently what was once the farm shop;

on the next level are 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms set around a magnificent large reception room and a further 3 rooms used as studies;

upstairs are the staff quarters,

the original marble staircase dominates the spacious entrance hall

the villa opens onto a formal garden with fountain and overlooking the lake.

Along the tree lined drive is a private chapel.

Two farm buildings complete the property.

The original farm extends to adjacent land (total of 45 hectares) with further numerous outbuildings that may also be purchased.

The buildings require restoration.

WHERE IS IT

Set in the rolling hills of Lunigiana between Aulla and Fivizzano the property offers excellent acces to amenities, motorway, train station and to the beaches.

Fivizzano is just 5 km, Aulla 13 km, ski resort 25 km, beaches 35 km, Pisa (airport) 95 km.

Fivizzano is a medieval walled town with a central cobbled piazza and is often referred to as the Florence of Lunigiana. The bustling town hosts many cultural events over the summer with concerts in the piazza and reenactments of medieval parades. With its musical heritage the town also attracts international musicians during its annual folk music festival. There is a hospital, shops and restaurants in the town.

Lunigiana (pronounced Loonee-janna) is a magical part of Tuscany starting with its name the ?Land of the Moon?. The hills that encircle Lunigiana create an intimate and relaxed atmosphere whilst the blend of the mountains and sea are extremely inviting to those who enjoy the outdoors. The rolling landscape is liberally sprinkled with castles of Medici or Malaspina vintage but for lovers of the coast the sea is only half-an-hours? drive away.

Lunigiana is special and has been likened to a magical kingdom. It is not only the breath-taking scenery with its abundance of medieval castles but you simply feel a huge sense of wellbeing radiating from the sunshine, glorious countryside, delicious food and wine, kind friendly locals and most importantly, from the sense of tradition and community amongst people here that is rarely seen in modern day life.

The golden sandy beaches around Lerici and the pebble coves of the Cinque Terre are ideal for swimming and sailing in the summer while the snow clad mountains offer skiing in the local resorts during the winter months and are each a short drive away. The area is criss-crossed with marked footpaths for walks to the hills and mountains. The airports of Pisa, Parma and Genova are all within an hours? drive.