Wonderful house with four double bedrooms, and four bathrooms set in stunning grounds with beautifully planted gardens. Privately situated amidst rolling countryside, yet not isolated, and just a few minutes drive to village shops and coffee bars. There is also a large outbuilding currently housing a very large garage/ tractor store, games room and bathroom. The property has a picturesque stream nearby, ideal for paddling on a hot day.

This lovely home (158 sqm or 1,700 sq ft) is on two levels and has undergone a recent transformation to be offered in excellent condition throughout.

On the ground floor is a new kitchen diner, with new appliances including a dishwasher, which has just been installed, opening through lovely, arched double doors onto a sunny terrace, just perfect for outdoor dining. This is a light, sociable room with a table to seat eight. Also on this level are two double bedrooms, one with ensuite, and another bathroom. Upstairs there is a beautiful living room, with windows to take in the countryside view and this opens onto a perfect terrace, a wonderful spot to enjoy drinks in the evening. Also on this upper level are two double bedrooms, one with ensuite, and another bathroom. So this is a spacious house comprising, in total, four double bedrooms and four bathrooms, large kitchen/diner and beautiful living room, both of which access terraces.

Furthermore, there is an exceptionally large barn (150 sqm), currently used as a garage/workshop/games room, with a bathroom, which offers ample additional space.

The property offers privacy and excellent accommodation. There is a prettily planted garden with land including meadows and woodland. There is a little river running near the bottom of the property which is a great place to paddle and cool off. A new pergola is a perfect place to enjoy an open air meal in the evening, or just to sit and chat in the daytime. The land is extensive at around 7,500 sqm or just under 2 acres. Much of this is self-managing woodland.

There is central heating and mains water and electricity. Ample private parking for several cars. Plenty of space for a swimming pool (subject to planning).

Equidistant, and just 15 mins drive away, are the medieval market towns of Fivizzano and bustling Aulla with supermarkets, shops, motorway and train station. Fivizzano a medieval walled town with a central cobbled piazza 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. Aulla is the main point of access to the area, with autostrada exit and trains, from where it is easy to reach the Ligurian coastline and all the sights of Tuscany. It is an easy run to Pisa airport, straight down the autostrada.

Lunigiana is a magical part of Tuscany with breath-taking scenery and an abundance of medieval castles. The sunshine, glorious countryside, delicious food and wine, kind and friendly people offer a perfect mix for a summer retreat or for year-round living.The golden sandy beaches around Lerici and the pebble coves of the Cinque Terre are ideal for swimming and sailing. The area is criss-crossed with marked footpaths for walks to the hills and mountains. The airports of Pisa, Parma and Genova are all just over an hour away.

Distances: Aulla (shops, autostrada, trains) 12 km, Fivizzano 12 km, Lerici (beaches) 25 km, Lucca 90 km, Pisa (airport) 90 km, Portofino 100 km, Florence 150 km.