Superbly restored four bed detached villa with magnificent views, in a commanding position in the hills overlooking the Lunigiana countryside. Separate guest unit across the courtyard, wonderful land, outbuildings and a swimming pool. The property was once the church warden's house, and it has been lovingly restored by the current owner, maintaining much of the ancient rustic charm, now coupled with a contemporary flair. At the edge of the little hamlet, the property enjoys panoramic views of the hills and valley below, and it is only 5 kms from the market town of Fivizzano.

The accommodation extends over 300 sqm. On the ground floor of the main villa is a practical built-in kitchen, a cozy living room with fireplace, a double bedroom, with separate WC and a shower room, a laundry room and the boiler room. Upstairs is the upper level which can be accessed by the internal staircase, or directly from the courtyard to the rear of the property. Here is further, larger living accommodation with a lovely living room flowing into a wonderful kitchen, three double bedrooms and an immaculate, modern bathroom with bath and shower. The fixtures and fittings are all of high quality and the high ceilings give a feeling of space and light, coupled with the traditional old stone.

A main feature of the villa is the large terrace overlooking the large swimming pool (12m x 6m) with decking. A separate building across the courtyard has also been fully restored, offering a one bedroom self-contained unit. There is also a large, adjoining store room. The land is of one hectare (around 2.5 acres) and a further stone barn on the land could also be restored. Easy car access, garage, a gated drive and private parking.

Set in a small village in the hills with wonderful views, just 5 km from Fivizzano. 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 strong musical heritage the town attracts international musicians during its annual folk music festival and music of all kinds. There is a hospital, shops, supermarkets, restaurants/pizzerie and coffee bars in the town. Although snow in the town itself is very rare, just 20 kms from Fivizzano is the ski resort of Cerreto Laghi, which offers great days in the snow in the winter months. The are is known for 'monte e mare', the mountains and the sea, with so much on offer for every season.

Aulla, down the road, is one the largest towns in Lunigiana; it has a good selection of shops, supermarkets, medical centre, public transport and links to the motorway. The historical town centre is the site of a marble fountain built in the year of Italian unity and the 16th century fortress called La Brunella is perched on a hill overlooking the town. The fortress now houses the Museum of Natural History of Lunigiana. Enjoy the colourful market hosted in the town centre every Saturday morning where you get a true feel for the bustling, local life.

A similar distance is the ancient town of Pontremoli. Each year Pontremoli hosts a large festival, 'Medievalis' when the town is transformed into Medieval times with medieval camps, horse jousting, flag throwing competitions, live music, markets and street food. It also hosts the prestigious Premio Letterario Bancarella, the Italian literary prize voted for by booksellers originating from 1953 when first won by Ernest Hemingway’s “The Old Man and the Sea”. It is a lovely town to wander through, and the cathedral is definitely worth a visit. The nearby village of Filleto also undertakes a total transformation in August to host four days of medieval market stalls, traditional food, artisans and displays around the Italian summer holiday of Ferragosto. There are numerous country farm restaurants (agriturismi) to discover nearby serving local specialties and excellent walking trails abound. The small town of Villafranca is close by, set on the banks of the river Magra, and offers a selection of shops and restaurants, schools, chemist and one of the best cheese shops in the area.

Lunigiana is a magical part of Tuscany. The rolling landscape is liberally sprinkled with castles of Medici or Malaspina vintage and for lovers of the coast the sea is only half an hour away. 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. There are many great day trips to explore. Lucca is a beautiful Tuscan town protected by massively thick 16th-century walls, featuring some of Italy's finest medieval and Renaissance architecture, superb dining, antique markets, classical and rock music at the Lucca Summer Festival and with easy access to stunning nearby villas in the surrounding hills. The central Piazza dell'Anfiteatro in the centre is stunning. Pietrasanta is a historic medieval and artistic town in northern Tuscany sometimes called the City of the Artists or Small Athens for its marble studios and monuments. It is an important centre for working marble and was used as a marble source by Michelangelo. And, of course, the art and architectural treasures of Florence are a must.

The Ligurian coastline is within easy reach. The Cinque Terre (UNESCO World Heritage site) is made up of the five fishing villages: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore and the 20 km of coastal walks along the old mule-tracks between them, the most famous of which is the Via dell’Amore. Just south of the Cinque Terre is Portovenere where you can catch a ferry to the Cinque Terre or to Lerici, swim at Byron’s Bay or visit one of the islands Palmaria, Tino or Tinetto. The villages of Lerici and San Terenzo, each with impressive castles, face each other across the Gulf of the Poets and Tellaro has been named as one of the top 100 most beautiful hamlets in Italy. Neighbouring Fiascherino is just as beautiful. In addition to being known as a beautiful seaside town, Viareggio is famous for its Carnival in February and the Puccini Festival during July and August. So the Ligurian coastline offers endless possibilities for days swimming or sailing, or for catching a boat trip or for simply taking a 'passeggiata al mare' and sipping an aperitivo. The Ligurian coastline is special and Lunigiana, the northernmost part of Tuscany, is magical. The year round calendar of festivals offer wonderful local specialities to try in each of the ancient towns and villages and it is easily accessible with the airports of Pisa, Parma and Genova each just over an hour away.

Distances: Fivizzano 5 km, Aulla (supermarkets, autostrada) 20 km, Pontremoli 20 kms, Cerreto Laghi (skiing) 20 kms, Lerici (beaches) 40 km, Cinque Terre 45 km, Pietrasanta 60 km, Viareggio 80 km, Lucca 90 km, Parma (airport) 85km, Pisa (airport) 100 km, Florence 150 km.