Houses for Sale

Holiday Complex - Montecatini, Tuscany - €2,000,000

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This prestigious development of 3 seperate houses, 2 appartments and a gym or restaurant complex is set above the well known spa town of Montecatini if the most affluent of areas 20 minutes west of Florence.

Currently in the final stages of development, the complex consists of 2 large detached houses, a small cottage, one small seperate apartment and another large seperate apartment. There will be a large outdoor swimming pool and stunning landscaped terraces with fabulous views towards both Lucca and Florence.

The first house comprises: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large galleried lounge with traditional open fireplace, Kitchen dining room and utility room. There is the posibility to split this house into one 3 bed and one 2 bed separate apartments if desired.

The second house comprises feature open plan living space with spectacular views. Upstairs there is a very large bedroom and open loggia (which could be enclosed to make a further bedroom)

The cottage is a one bedroomed studio which is houses in the converted Chestnut barn.

The apartments have been created in the hillside, with large, arched open glass walls planned. One will be one bedroomed and the other can be either 2 or 3 bedroomed depending on desired layout.

Also set into the hillside is an extensive underground complex of large rooms which the owner planned as a restaurant but could also be transformed into a gym and spa with squash court and pool. This is a very remarkable feature and one which makes the whole complex perfect for holiday ownership investment or Luxury hotel.

Outside there are gardens, sundecks, terraces and parking.

This is a unique opportunity to aquire a superbly renovated and sympathetically restored yet modern property. Building work is continuing and the property can be purchased 'as seen' or a sale agreed with the final purchase to be done once the work is finished.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Villa Umbria , Perugia, Umbria - €995,000

A beautiful architect designed house using the finest quality materials with the added bonus of two guest apartments, and a swimming pool with incredible views over the Umbrian countryside. The ambiance of the house and its surroundings is truly wonderful and yet one is not too far from Perugia and Lake Trasimeno with easy motorway access to Rome, Florence and Siena.

Perugia 20 mins, San Giovanni Del Pantano 10 mins, Umbertide 20 mins, Lake Trasimeno 25 mins

The main house has all the features one would expect from a building of this quality, ancient beams, hand made tiled floors, arches, large windows and more.

The ground floor has an open plan design which combines a spacious living room with fireplace, fully fitted state of the art kitchen and dining room. Also on this floor there is a guest w.c. and laundry/utility room.

The first floor has a master bedroom with ensuite dressing room and bathroom and two further double bedrooms with another large shower room. Both bathrooms use top quality fittings and tiles.

The guest cottage has a tower like feel and is currently divided into two separate guest apartments, both of which are beautifully restored in keeping with the house restoration. The ground floor apartment has an open plan lounge/dining/kitchen area with fully fitted kitchen, double bedroom and shower room. It has its own private terrace.

The larger apartment occupies two floors and has on the first floor a fully fitted kitchen, dining area and comfortable lounge area. From this floor doors lead out to another private terrace/lawn area. The second floor of this apartment has a master ensuite bedroom and a second bedroom with shower room.

Outside the garden has a cypress lined drive, an abundance of lavender and ample lawned areas. The swimming pool area is tranquil and beautiful.

The land extends to 1.5 hectares

This house is perfect for those who want a luxury house to live or holiday in with the added bonus of rental possibilities, live in staff or just somewhere lovely for your guests to stay with you but not in your pocket.

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Margerita Farm House, Barn & Cottage - €850,000

Situated just outside the historic, medieval market town of Pescia in a commanding position with fantastic views, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports).

The main house is immediately habitable with all traditional Tuscan features (cotto tiles, chestnut beams, open fires etc) and offers spacious 3 bedroomed accommodation. Large farmhouse kitchen, dining room and living room, house bathroom and additional cellar space (cantina) which could easily be converted to additional living space.

The cottage (chestnut house) which has been converted to a self-contained, one bedroomed rental cottage with ensuite bathroom and fitted kitchen. The views are breathtaking.

In addition, there is a large barn to convert into 2 or 3 independent apartments or add to the main house to create a truly magnificent country home. Subject to planning permissions.

There is 3 hectares of land including garden, fruit and olive groves plus woodland.

The property has all services attached and has it's own private water supply. The access road is well maintained asphalt road.

PRIVATE SALE

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Casa da Maffia - Pescia, Tuscany - €850,000

This splendid villa is a unique opportunity for those wanting to establish an agriturismo, boutique B&B, rental complex or simply live in the most commanding house in the Casa del Sole area.

Less than 5 mins from the quaint market town of Pescia, 40 mins from Florence and Pisa, 20 mins from Lucca and 90 mins from Siena. This house is in a prime and unspoilt area of Tuscany near to all the major attractions.

Set in a commanding position overlooking the Pescia valley.This property is currently divided into:

One large habitable house (7 rooms), including a covered outdoor living space with pizza oven, BBQ /& wood store and stunning tower overlooking the Pescia valley

A seperate house consisting of a further 7 rooms - in need of modernisation),

A large barn which could be converted into a further 3 bedroomed house

2 Large garage/machinery stores

Land: 4.5 hectares of woodland. circa 250 olive trees and 100 other mixed fruit trees. The garden surrounding the house is excellently maintained and there is even a small football pitch! There is permission for a pool to be installed.

The house has amazing views across Pescia and towards Lucca. It would make a truely wonderful home or business. The current houses could easily be seperated to form more rental units or joined to make one large house (potential for a 14 bedroomed B&B + seperate 3 bed barn conversion).

The price is negotiable and the owners eager to sell - PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Casa Bianca - €675,000

This beautiful house can be found in the foothills above the picturesqe town of Pescia. Wonderful views, including a fantastic view of Medicina, make this a perfect location.

The property has been renovated to a very high standard and is being sold as either one house or two houses. If the property is split, then both houses will be completely self contained.

Each with it's own lounge, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. The house is just one hour from Pisa, Florence (Firenze) and the Italian Riviera. It is also 60 km south of the major ski resort of Abetone.

Either, one very large house with four/five bedrooms and four bathrooms - perfect for B&B and with the idealposition for a pool, extensive olive groves & woodland acrage.

Price. €675,000.00

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Gli Olivi, San Quirico, Pescia - €600,000

Gli Olivi consists of three holiday apartments in a traditional, rustic, stone built country house on a hillside in the Val Torbola near Pescia.

While this is an excellent base for anyone wanting to explore the whole of Tuscany, its real attraction lies in its beautiful surroundings – the rugged hills with their chestnut forests, olive groves, medieval villages and abandoned mills.

The apartments, which have been recently restored using time-honoured techniques and local materials (traditional terracotta floors, chestnut beams etc), are spacious and peaceful, surrounded by terraced olive groves and chestnut trees.

Each apartment has its own entrance from the garden and spans two floors. Each accommodation consists of a large bedroom, a bathroom, a living room and fully equipped kitchen area. There is central heating throughout.

The house can remain as 3 separate units generating a substantial yearly income, or can be modified into a 3 bedroomed home + 1 bed apartment or fully integrated into one large home consisting of 4/5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and various reception rooms.

This house is truely a gem and a fantastic bargain (to purchase and renovate an existing house of this size, to this specification, would cost at least 600000k + all the stress!).

In the heart of the Tuscan countryside yet only 7 mins drive from Pescia (all necessary amenities), 40 mins from Florence and Pisa (and both their airports) and 20 mins from Lucca. It is the perfect permanent home, holiday home or business investment.

Outside there are olive groves, fruit trees and woodland along with beautifully manicured gardens. (exact number of acres to follow).

There is a pool and al fresco dining areas.

Price subject to negotiation... as with most of our properties!

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Calamari Villa - Pescia - Tuscany - €550,000

This beautiful villa is situated in the hamlet of Calamari (5 mins drive from the town of Pescia - 40 mins to Florence and Pisa, 25 mins to Lucca).

The house is in immaculate condition, fully modernised to a high standard retaining all the traditional features (cotto floors, beams etc).

Currently this house is run as a successful holiday accomodation business with scope for further expansion or it can be easily changed into one very large family home.

Ground Floor:

First Floor:

Large appartment (separate entrance) comprising 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and separate lounge.

Outside:

Terracing to the rear of the house for alfresco dining.

Pizza oven and BBQ area.

Landscaped pool with sunbathing area.

Gardens and olive groves extending to approx. 2 hectares.

Independant outbuildings with seperate access (would realise 130msq house (planning permission previously granted).

PRIVATE SALE

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The Old Mill - Calamari - Pescia - Tuscany - €550,000

This lovingly restored old mill is situated in the hamlet of Calamari, 5 mins drive from the market town of Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 40 mins from Pisa and Florence.

The accommodation is spread over 4 floors and is around 280sqm.

It would be possible to divide this house into 3 seperate appartments which is how the house is currently designed.

The renovations have been carried out sympathetically in keeping with the original rustic style of the property.

There are open fireplaces throughout, an indoor pizza oven and the typical cotto floors and chestnut beams of the area.

There are ancient stone cellars (see photos) and private access to the river (where the owners have styled a natural bathing area).

Included in the sale is 1200sqm of garden, parking and woodland.

This house would be perfect for holiday accommodation or as a rental imcome investment.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Castelvecchio Farm & Cottage - Tuscany - €550,000

This traditional Tuscan stone farmhouse is situated close to the village of Castelvecchio, 10 mins drive from the quaint market town of Pescia, 45 mins from Pisa (and airport), 45 mins from Florence, 25 mins from Lucca.

Recently restored to the highest standards, and sympathetically incorporating the creature comforts of double glazing, central heating, insulation etc.

This idylic house has fantastic views of the Tuscan countryside from every angle and would suit a family for holidays or permanent residence. The house has excellent possibilities to be used as a holiday home for rental income as it would easily accommodate 2 families.

Comprising:

First Floor: Living area including, fully fitted dining kitchen in 'rustico' style with all mod cons. Large house bathroom, three double bedrooms, one with ensite bathroom.

Ground Floor: Currently cantinas running the full length and width of the house with permission to make either a 2 bedroomed apartment or as an extension to the existing accommodation, making the house into a 5 bedroomed, 3 bathroom, luxury residence with huge farmhouse kitchen and thru lounge with picture views. Work has already started on this project.

Outside:

Spacious parking area, large flat lawn (ideal for swimming pool), a covered terrace for outside living/dining, flagged BBQ area with authentic pizza/bread oven.

In Addition: Separate chestnut cottage to renovate (would realise a one bedroom cottage) in Tuscan stone.

All mains services connected.

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Via Speri Farmhouse - €550,000

Superb detached traditional Tuscan Farmhouse situated just outside the quaint market town of Pescia, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports), 90 mins from Siena, 40 mins from the beach and 120 mins from skiing.

The position of this house is unique - it has fabulous views extending across the Dieci Castelle region.

The main farmhouse (375msq)is sound and recently renovated with new roof, double glazing, woodfired central heating and hot water, solar hot water in summer.

Comprising: Entrance hall, Kitchen/dining room, utility room, house bathroom, Double bedroom with ensuite.

Upstairs there are 3 double bedrooms & 1 bathroom.

There is CH throughout, all amenities are attached.

The house is sold with planning permission to convert the adjoining barn to accommodation (a further 70msq)

There are two further buildings, a log cabin and a small stone cottage, both converted to 1 bedroomed accommodation.

Outside, there is an original pizza oven and seperate woodstore and gorgeous stone table. The grounds extend to 14 acres of woodland, with around 350 olive trees in well kept groves. The house is surrounded by a mixed fruit orchard. There is a chicken house and currently stabling for 2 horses.

The house is sold as a running business (accommodation, olive oil, various other produce.)

PRIVATE SALE

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San Quirico Villa - Pescia - Tuscany - €500,000

In the neighbourhood of San Quirico (medieval hill town 10 mins drive from the market town of Pescia - 45 mins to Florence & Pisa, 25mins to Lucca, 90 mins to Siena)

Set in a unique position with stunning 360degree views of the surrounding valleys, this substantial villa c.350sqm is in need of refurbishment.

Originally a farmhouse, the villa is stone built and has full residential status. The cantinas and stables underneath the house could be developed into a further 100msq of accommodation if desired

The house is in excellent condition and structurally sound. What is needed here is lots of TLC and imagination to recreate the Tuscan Farmhouse feel. Internal renovation and decoration plus external 'beautification' to the price of around €100k would result in a villa with a value of over a million euro.

There are many original Tuscan features (chestnut beams, fireplaces, cotto tiles, cellars etc) which could be integrated into the final renovations to create interesting features.

Currently there are more than 20 rooms with possiobility to create 3/4 apartments, one prestigious home or B&B accommodation.

There is a very large balcony offering stupendous views, stretching the full length of the house - ideal for al fresco living.

The villa has all amenities.

Outside there are olive groves extending to 70 trees & ample space for a pool and sun bathing terraces.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

La Costa Farm & Barn - Uzzano, Pescia - €490,000

This is a fabulous, semi-detached stone farmhouse 10 minutes drive above Pescia and close to the lovely hill village of Uzzano.

Main house comprises: Ground Floor - Fitted farmhouse style kitchen and living room.

First Floor - 2 double bedrooms & house bathroom

First Floor - 2 very large attic bedrooms

In excellent condition throughout, the house has central heating and all amenities attached.

Attached to the main house there is a barn which has been externally and structurally renovated but needs all the internal work doing to realise a further 3 bedroomed house.

Outside there are well established gardens surrounding the house and a further 12 acres of olive grove and woodland.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Casa Rosa - €450,000

Positioned in the prestigious village of San Gennaro this luxury villa is an excellent example of a restoration carried out by real craftsmen.

10 mins from Lucca, 50 mins from Florence and only 40 mins from Pisa (and the nearest airport) the village offers superb restaurants, quaint bars and the best views of rolling vinyards in the Lucca valley.

The local church has a Leonardo inside.

This house has recently been refurbished to a very high standard, incorporating all the original features of a traditional Tuscan stone house.

Among the many original features are:

chestnut beams, terracotta floors and some antique furniture.

The house comprises:

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large kitchen dinning room and living room. This property is fully and expertly restored to the point of internal works (kitchen & bathroom are to fit).

There is also a cantina running the full length of the house.

There are 2 houses side by side offered for sale. These houses could be sold together to offer one large house.

There is garden to the front, side and rear of the property, plenty of room for a swimming pool.

This beautiful home is ideal for holidaying or full time residency.

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Casa di Monte B&B + Restaurant + Barns - €400,000

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a potentially lucrative leisure complex in the heart of the beautiful Tuscan hills.

Situated just outside the hill village of Casa di Monte, in a commanding position with fantastic views, 30 minutes from Pescia, 45 mins from Florence and 60 mins Pisa (and their respective airports). Also only 20 mins drive to the ski resort of Abetone

The main building has been used as a 350 seat restaurant with self contained owner/manager accommodation with an additional 6 letting bedrooms.

Within the grounds there are 2 large separate barns which could be converted to additional substantial accommodation.

Outside there is a large, panoramic picnic area with own private fishing lake.

Set in it's own extensive woodland, easily reached from the main road, this is a superb investment for anyone who wants to run a business in Tuscany. There is the potential to create a campsite, add wooden lodge complex, in fact, the opportunities are endless.

The price is negotiable and this is a PRIVATE SALE - so no expensive estate agent fees.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Rustico - Pescia, Tuscany - €390,000

This delightful farm house is situated just above the medieval market town of Pescia (Florence, Pisa and both airports 40 mins drive).

The house is recently renovated, retaining all the charm of a stone farmhouse (cotto tiles, chestnut beams, fireplaces, etc.) with the comfort of central heating.

Consisting:

Large lounge with open fire. Dining room, Kitchen and bathroom.

3 bedrooms.

The is the possibility to make a self contained apartment on the top floor as there is access on both levels

Outside there is a lovely large covered terrace for eating, manicured gardens and a further 27000msquare of land (woodland and terraces.)

The house is south facing with wonderful views. A perfect home with a rural feel yet only 5 minutes from town.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Castlevecchio Village House - Tuscany - €390,000

Situated in the gorgeous hilltop village of Castelvecchio (where you can find 3 excellent restaurants and bars with village shop) - 10 mins drive from Pescia, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports), 90 mins from Siena, 40 mins from the beach and 120 mins from skiing

This delightful detached village house has been recently renovated to a high standard, maintaining many original features.

Constituting: Ground Floor: 2 large cantinas (store rooms) which would be converted to offer further living accommodation.

First floor: Huge open plan kitchen/dining/living area with access onto balcony with stunning views, seperate studio and bathroom.

Second Floor: 3 double bedrooms and house bathroom.

Outside, there is a delightful private garden of around 80sqm and original pizza oven - perfect for al fresco dining and easy to maintain.

This house would make the perfect holiday home or family home in the safe and gorgeous hills above Pescia.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Malocchio Olive Farm - Pescia - €390,000

Superb detached traditional Tuscan Farmhouse situated just outside the quaint hill village of Malocchio (where you can find a superb restaurant and bar) - 10 mins drive from Pescia, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports), 90 mins from Siena, 40 mins from the beach and 120 mins from skiing.

The position of this house is unique - it has fabulous views extending across the Dieci Castelle region.

The house is structurally sound but in need of modernisation.

Comprising: Entrance hall, Kitchen/dining room, utility room, bathroom, 2 cantinas (storage rooms) which should be converted into accommodation.

Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms.

There is CH throughout, all amenities are attached.

Outside, there is an original pizza oven and seperate BBQ plus woodstore and gorgeous vine covered stone table. The grounds extend to 14 hectares of woodland, with around 400 olive trees in well kept groves. The house is surrounded by a delightful cottage garden and below is a mixed fruit orchard.

The price is negotiable.

PRIVATE SALE

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Rustic Farm, Cozzile, TUSCANY - €380,000

This substantial farm is situated in Cozzile, 10 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa and their airports.

The house is part restored with a barn still to convert.

The current habitable part is 230msq.

There is 18000msq of olive terraces and mixed fruit orchard.

The access is one mile along a good but unmade (not asphalt) road. The house is in a stunning position with amazing views but it is isolated so not for those who like to be within a walk to the nearest shop.

Many apologies for the sketchy outline - we have yet to view the property ourselves but once we have done the details will be updated in full (including more photos). In the mean time, if you would like to view simply drop us and email or give us a call. (00 39) 0572 478034.

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Marliana Farmhouse, Pescia TUSCANY - €375,000

This lovely rustic farmhouse is situated in the village of Marliana (15mins to Pescia, 15 mins Pistoia, 30 mins to Florence and 50 mins to Pisa (and their respective airports).

This house boasts 265msq living space, plus an open terrace upstairs and plenty of outside living space, covered terraces etc.

The setting is idylic, being only a short walk to an excellent restaurant and bar. The house is in a rural position but not isolated.

The house is in need of modernisation although water and electric are present, the roof is good and all it needs is a little TLC. Fabulous views extend across the valley.

Many apologies for the sketchy outline - we have yet to view the property ourselves but once we have done the details will be updated in full (including more photos). In the mean time, if you would like to view simply drop us and email or give us a call. (00 39) 0572 478034.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Casa nel Bosco - Sorana, Tuscany - €360,000

This exceptional farmhouse is a huge bargain and should be viewed soon to aviod disappointment.

The house is stone, rendered in the traditional Tuscan manner. The renovations have been done recently and sympathetically to the highest standards. There are original features throughout inc. cotto tiles, beams and fireplaces.

Consisting over 3 floors:

3 double bedrooms, one with balcony looking over the Sorana valley. All with excellent views.

2 bathrooms

Full length sitting room with french doors onto the rear terrace and lovely big farmhouse fireplace.

Dining Kitchen.

On the lower ground floor there are storage rooms, a utility/wash room and small kitchen. This level could easily be divided off from the rest of the house to create a separate 2 bedroomed apartment with it's own entrance and immediate access to it's own private covered terrrace for al fresco dining.

There is central heating throughout.

The driveway to the house is well lit and maintained with ample drainage.

In all, this house is an excellent proposition for a holiday home or if you were thinking of moving to Tuscany. For families, there is a local infant school and the bigger schools are all in Pescia with a regular school buss to your gates.

This house is only a short walk from the famous Sandrino and da Carla's restaurants - at 10euro per person for lunch you'll never have to cook again!

Sorry about the lack of internal photos - they didn't come out well and I will be taking some more shortly.

PRIVATE SALE

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Castlevecchio Farm House - €360,000

Superbly located farmhouse offering spacious 3 bedroomed accommodation, possibility to enlarge the house, with land.

Situated just 2 mins drive from the gorgeous hilltop village of Castelvecchio (where you can find 3 excellent restaurants and bars with village shop) - 10 mins drive from Pescia, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports).

Immediately habitable, this traditional Tuscan stone Farmhouse is ideal for a family or holiday rental.

Comprising: Living room, dining room, kitchen downstairs bathroom, 3 bedrooms and large double garage. There is also additional workshop space. The house has central heating, log fires and solar water heating.

Outside there is a large level garden area (with pool), olive groves (plus fruit trees), vines and vegetable garden extending to 7000msq

The house is spectacularly situated on a promontary giving priceless views of 3 valleys. A superb example of a Tuscan Farmhouse

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Ferrero Palazzo, Pescia Tuscany - €360,000

Panoramically situated above Pescia with views towards Lucca, Montecarlo and Florence. Airports within 45 mins drive (Florence & Pisa). Beach 40 mins and skiing in winter 1.5 hrs.

Buildings (main villa, servants wing and stables, barn and deconsecrated church) to 1300msq.

This stunning 1700's estate was originally a hunting lodge for the Ferrero family (think 'Nutella'). The substantial main house has been a superbly elegant building in it's time but since the last world war, when it was occupied by the invading forces, it has been abandoned. Structurally, most of the main house needs totally rebuilding. There are stables and a servants wing that could be restored rather than being a total rebuild. In addition, there is a large barn to rebuild too.

This property has outline planning for a leisure complex or hotel.

It has it's own water and no difficulty in getting all amenities attached.

The house has had elegant gardens which are now overgrown. There is still a large walled vegetable garden.

The remaining grounds stretch to a vast 79000msq including olive grove and woodland.

The estate is approached by a well maintained un-metaled road which is easily passable by car.

The possibilities are endless for this beautiful old house. The situation is private with unparalleled views but it is by no means isolated.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Medicina Villa + Chestnut House + Land - €350,000

Three bedroomed detached villa in need of modernisation but currently habitable.

Situated just 2 mins walk from the gorgeous hilltop village of Medicina - 10 mins drive from Pescia, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports).

Comprising: Kitchen with woodfired 'range', living room, internal garage, usefull storage area, panoramic balcony to 2 sides. 3 big bedrooms. Large attic space. Conservatory with pizza oven and summer dining area.

Outside there is extensive woodland and garden with olive terraces to the rear of the house. There is also a dining terrace with BBQ/pizza oven to the side of the main house.

There is also a chestnut House on 2 floors which could be renovated to give a rental income of studio.

There is an existing swimming pool (in need of minor repairs). Access to the house is on a private driveway - well maintained.

Stunning views of the Dieci Castelli valley.

This house is simply in need of a little 'TLC' (lick of paint and a new bathroom?) and would make an ideal family home or rental opportunity.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

San Gennaro Villa - Lucca - Tuscany - €320,000

This house has recently been refurbished to a very high standard, incorporating all the original features of a traditional Tuscan stone house.

Among the many original features are:

chestnut beams, terracotta floors and some antique furniture.

The house comprises:

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large kitchen dinning room and living room. This property is fully and expertly restored to the point of internal works (a staircase, kitchen & bathroom are to fit).

It would be easy for the new owners to split the accommodation into 2 large, self contained appartments for either resale or rental purposes.

There is a garden on the left hand side of the house that is easily maintained.

San Gennaro has some of the best restaurants in the area and is considered a prestigious address in the Lucca area.

The views are outstanding.

The local church has a Leonardo inside.

150 meters from the house is a fresh tapped spring with the best drinking water in the area.

This beautiful home is ideal for holidaying or full time residency.

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Via Nieri Olive Farm, Pescia, Tuscany - €320,000

Less than 5 mins from the quaint market town of Pescia, 40 mins from Florence and Pisa, 20 mins from Lucca and 90 mins from Siena. This house is in a prime and unspoilt area of Tuscany near to all the major attractions.

Set in a commanding position overlooking the Pescia valley and directly below Casa del Sole this detached property is a traditional working olive farm. Consisting:

3 bedrooms, fitted kitchen, living room, bathroom, huge double garage, workshop and outbuildings. Large panoramic dining terrace.

Land: 500 olive trees, fruit trees & woodland (circa 2 hectares).

Recently refurbished with new roof and all amenities. Ready to move into.

This house is within walking distance of Pescia but is still in the countryside - the perfect location for a family with children at school or those who do not want to run a car.

The price is negotiable. Please excuse the terrible photos - they do the house no justice at all.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Casa Marguerita - Pescia - Tuscany - €300,000

Stunning, traditional stone farmhouse and barns in need of total renovation.

Less than 5 mins from the quaint market town of Pescia, 40 mins from Florence and Pisa, 20 mins from Lucca and 90 mins from Siena. This house is in a prime and unspoilt area of Tuscany near to all the major attractions.

Set in a commanding position overlooking the Pescia valley and directly opposite Casa del Sole, the house and barn covers approx. 330sqm with many traditional features (chestnut beams, teracotta tiles, original fireplaces etc).

Outside there is 1 hectare of land (in excellent, working condition) mainly olive grove.

In front of the house is a lovely large, flat area perfect for making into an al fresco terrazzo & BBQ area. To the side of the property there is an area ideal for the installation of a pool.

Consisting of: Main house (pictured centre, almost tower-like) with large sitting room and open fire, kitchen, staircase to second floor - 3 rooms & bathroom and staircase to 3 floor (tower room) one large room. The main house has been lived in up until 8 years ago. There is water, electricity and phone line to the property.

Barn (to the right on the main photo) with 6 rooms over 4 floors. Would convert into a 2 bed large apartment.

Barn (to rear of house) Currently one large room over 2 stories - would convert to a single bedroom (large) apartment.

The private access road has already been newly laid and a parking area created.

This house would convert into a very substantial private home but is also ideal for B&B or splitting into 4 independant apartments.

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Borgo Buggiano Castello Apartment - €295,000

This delightful apartment is situated in the desirable village of Borgo Buggiano Castello, famous for producing citrus fruits.

Located 5 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 45 mins to Florence and Pisa (and airports) and 90 mins to Siena.

The apartment has been superbly renovated by local craftsmen and offers all the comforts of modern living combined with stunning traditional features. There is a delightful private courtyard for al fresco dining, featuring the famous lemon trees of Buggiano.

Currently the house consists:

Kitchen/living room, large double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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San Quirico Rustico - €270,000

This traditional Tuscan stone farmhouse is situated close to the village of San Quirico, 10 mins drive from the quaint market town of Pescia, 45 mins from Pisa (and airport), 45 mins from Florence, 25 mins from Lucca.

Crying out to be restored, & retaining all the original features (chestnut beams, cotto floors, open fires etc.)

This idylic house has awsome views of the Tuscan countryside from every angle and would suit a family for holidays or permanent residence. The house has excellent possibilities to be used as a holiday home for rental income - it's everyones idea of what a Tuscan farm should be.

The house will divide into 3 bedrooms, bathroom, large kitchen/dining room and lounge. There is also the possibility to extend at the far end and renovate the barn into further accommodation.

This house certainly needs renovation - more details to follow once Richard has had a good poke around.

Outside:

This house is truely in a magnificent position facing south-east and looking out over 3 or 4 beautiful hill villages.

There is stone flagging and a lovely little garden area (perfect for a pool). The water arrives at the house via gravity feed from your own spring.

Substantial acerage (specifics to follow) including well maintained olive groves and vines (for the wine enthusiast: start designing your own label as these vines provide more than you can drink on your own in a year!) and woodland.

The price is negotiable and viewing is very highly recommended.

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Terry's Nest, Vellano - Tuscany - €250,000

This large stone house is situated in the picturesque hill village of Vellano (10 mins Pescia, 25 mins Lucca, 45 mins Florence and Pisa - and both airports).

The house is renovated and has been divided into two seperate apartments with one connecting door.

Apartment 1:

Kitchen

Large living/dining area

2 double bedrooms

Bathroom

Apartment 2:

Kitchen/dining area

Galleried lounge

Large balcony

1 bedroom

This house has wonderful views of the Pescia valley and would make a superb rental holiday buisness or large family home.

PRIVATE SALE

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Vellano Farmhouse - €250,000

This traditional Tuscan stone farmhouse is situated close to the village of Vellano, 10 mins drive from the quaint market town of Pescia, 45 mins from Pisa (and airport), 45 mins from Florence, 25 mins from Lucca.

Retaining all the original features (chestnut beams, cotto floors, open fires etc.) this cottage style farmhouse is a perfect holiday or family home.

This idylic house has excellent possibilities to be used as a holiday home for rental income - it's everyones idea of what a Tuscan farm should be.

Upstairs, the house has 3 double bedrooms & house bathroom. The ceilings are quite low. Anyone over 5'8" has to duck under some of the beams - the roof has permission to be raised if this is a big problem for you.

Downstairs there is a large kitchen, dining room and lounge.

Undernieth the house are cantinas which could easily be converted into a 1 bedroomed apartment or added to the original house via internal staircase to extend the existing accommodation.

Outside:

There is stone flagging and a lovely little garden area (where currently there is a pool). The water is from the commune but could also arrive at the house via gravity feed from your own spring.

Substantial acerage (specifics to follow) including well maintained olive groves and woodland.

The price is negotiable and viewing is very highly recommended.

PRIVATE SALE

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San Quirico Farm - €250,000

Impressive farmhouse in need of renovation just outside the village of San Quirico, 10 mins from Pescia, Tuscany.

upstairs: 3 rooms >>1 bathroom >>1 kitchen>>2 rooms to restore and open

downstairs: entrance >>big original kitchen >>side room

on the left side of the house: big arched double room to restore

on the right of the house: big room to restore

landscape: approx 6 acres including fruit and net trees and woodland. The land is flat and ideally suited to equestrian purposes

Fabulous views, privacy and mains water make this house a perfect investment

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San Quirico Country House - €235,000

In the neighbourhood of San Quirico (medieval hill town 10 mins drive from the market town of Pescia - 45 mins to Florence & Pisa, 25mins to Lucca, 90 mins to Siena).

This lovely single storey country cottage is perfect for holidays or country living - especially since it has a barn ready to be renovated into further accommodation. Both houses have spectacular views of the dieci castelle (10 castles) valley.

Main house consisting: Kitchen/ dining room, Sitting room, 3 bedrooms,bathroom and large garage - this runs the full length of the house and could be converted into accommodation or a seperate 1 bed apartment.

Barn: 64msq - to convert into a 2 bedroomed independant house.

Outside: 3500msq of olive grove and cultivated garden.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Cori Penthouse Apartment - Rome - €225,000

This house is situated in Cori, a little town to the south of Rome (about 60 km). Cori is on a hill and is close to the sea (25 km) and it counts 8000 people.

The house is 110 sq.m. with a terrace of approx 100 sq.m.

Completely restructured and composed of:

Fitted kitchen,

2 bedrooms,

study-room,

2 bathrooms with hydromassage bath,

very wide and luminous hall.

The views are astonishing towards the sea and the mountains.

Town - CORI

Cori is a town built in 1400's, characterized by the presence of Ciclopic walls which surround the town and the presence of Temples, of Roman remains and of important churches.

Cori is about 60 km in the South of Rome, it is on a hill and is about 25 km from the sea. It is easy to reach all the principal roads and motorway and the nearby towns are: Latina, Sabaudia, Sermoneta, Rome.

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Aramo Cottage - Aramo - Tuscany - €215,000

This delightful village house rests spectacularly on the medieval outer walls of Aramo (one of the pretty hill villages outside Pescia).

Located 5 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 45 mins to Florence and Pisa and 90 mins to Siena.

The house, dating 1746 (see carved keystone), is deceptively large, ranging over 3 floors. There is permission to divide the house into 2 or 3 apartments (all with independant entrance ways).

Currently the house consists:

Ground floor:

Entrance hall, Kitchen, bathroom, utility room.

1st floor:

One very large living room (half renovated), 2 double bedrooms.

Attic space (with sufficient head room to make into a computer room/study)

All the above could easily be split down the middle (this was actually how the original houses were arranged). There are provision for 2 kitchens and are 2 staircases leading to the upper level. One apartment would have 2 bedrooms and the other one.

There is permission for a large roof terrace (the work has already been started). The terrace would be large enough to divide between 2 houses if the cottages were to be split.

Lower ground:

4 cantinas with separate entrance on the lower ground level (on the outer side of the building, this is the ground level with the terrace (see photos). This lower level could be converted to the 3rd apartment.

Outside:

A terrace with spectacular views (see photos) - could be extended by around 10m to provide a substantial terrace/garden.

This house is a wonderful opportunity to aquire a beautiful and romantic holiday home in the Tuscan hills. It also offers a great investment opportunity for those wishing to create a rental business, Bed and Breakfast or simply renovate and sell on.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Summer House, Goraiola, Tuscany - €195,000

This newly refurbished house - portion of an independent villa - is set in Goraiola (a hill village above Pistoia and Pescia). It is 30 mins to Florence, 30 mins to Lucca, 20 mins to Pescia, 55 mins to Pisa (and the airport) and 55 mins to skiing in winter.

Goraiola has a bar, shop and 2 restaurants.

Consisting: 2 double bedrooms, open plan kitchen/dining/lounge with feature corner open fire & beautifuly fitted kitchen, bathroom, spiral staircase & very large attic space (games room? 3rd bedroom?) all with central heating.

Outside there is a large, safe garden, covered terrace for outdoor dining, hard standing for 4 cars and a garden shed.

A perfect, low maintenance holiday home for every season.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Lariano Villa - Nr Rome - €195,000

The house is located in Lariano which is set in the CASTELLI ROMANI area at about 60 kms from Rome and 35km from the coastal town of Anzio.

Lariano is renowed for its bread and porcini mushrooms and every year a fair is run to taste and enjoy the local produce.

Originally a farm house that has been completely renovated in 2007 and divided into 3 portions. The portion for sale is the central one and its about 90 sq meters on 2 storeys. The front yard is nearly 200 sq meters and the back yard is 40 sq meters, but the property is surrounded by a comunal park of nearly 1500 sq meters of cypresses and pine trees.

The house is sold completely furnished, if desired.

On the ground floor there is a lounge with an open kitchen fitted with all domestic appliancies ( dish washer, washing machine and electric oven) and a bathroom with a shower. on the top floor there are 2 bedrooms with another bathroom fitted with a bath tub.

More photos of the location and surrounding areas are available on request

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Sorana Viewissimo - €175,000

Situated in the medieval village of Sorana, 10 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 40 mins from Florence and Pisa airports.

This house was a much loved and planned project for the owner but unfortunately he is now unable to see it through to completion. There is full planning permission and it is just waiting for a new owner to start work. We estimate that it will cost a minimum of €50k to finish this house off. You can have the outside done in whatever finish you choose - but we think it would be lovely in local stone, made to look rustic and traditional.

Comprising over 3 floors:

2 double bedrooms (the master bedroom upstairs is huge and also has permission for an extension to add an ensuite bathroom if you wish), bathroom, kitchen, dining room, Lounge.

The master bedroom covers the whole of the top floor. It has access onto the most amazing 'wraparound' terrace which has 360 degree views to die for.

There is a large cantina (cellars) covering the whole of the ground floor imprint - ideal for conversion into a holiday flat. With external access.

Outside there is a terrace for 'al fresco' dining and a cute little front garden.

There is a terrace which would be ideal for a pool and there is also permission for a double garage if you should want to construct one.

There are a further 4 acres of fertile olive groves and vines with this house... loved and cared for and ready for you to take over.

Being on the edge of the village of Sorana the house is perfectly positioned for a stroll to the bar or restaurants, yet you have privacy and tranquility... and those amazing views!.

Richard provides a comprehensive building or site management service which you can discuss when you view the property.

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Obizzi Luxury Apartment - €160,000

Situated in the historic, medieval center of Pescia in a quiet square off the main piazza, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports).

Superbly renovated first floor apartment in a historic stone built palazzo.

Comprising: Spacious Living/kitchen (kitchen yet to be fitted), mezzanine study, large double bedroom.

The apartment has been recently renovated to the highest standard using lacal marble, and traditional artisan craftsmanship.

The attention to detail is evident throughout, from the glass steps to the spiral staircase to the light fittings which are specially designed to give off different types of light throughout the day. The decorating has been done by a local artist and the frescoes are of the highest quality.

This apartment would provide substantial letting income either for holidays or long term rents. The renovations are aimed at the discerning purchaser of fine Italian craftsmanship.

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Vellano Town House - €140,000

Town house in spectacular Vellano, Tuscany

Situated in the Centro Storico within the fortified town walls of old Vellano. (10 mins drive from the bustling market town of Pescia. 40 mins from Florence, Pisa and 20 mins from Lucca)

The property is over 3 floors.

Ground floor - 2 characterful cantinas

1st floor - kitchen/living area

2nd floor - 3 bedrooms & bathroom

The house has many interesting features (exposed stone-work, open fires, cotto floors etc). It has been well maintained and is immediately habitable. Perfect as a holiday home or rental or for anyone looking to enjoy Tuscan village life.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Sorana Apartments - Pescia - €135,000

Located in the delightful hill village of Sorana (10 mins drive from the bustling market town of Pescia. 40 mins from Florence, Pisa and 20 mins fro Lucca)

This large town house is ideally suited to development into apartments or one large family home.

Over 3 floors there is the possibility of a 2 bedroomed apartment on the 3rd floor, 2 bedroomed apartment on the 1 st floor and 1 bedroomed apartment on the ground floor.

There are 2 superb terraces, one to the front and one to the side of the property, with great views and plenty of room for alfresco dining, sunbathing and even a Jacuzzi!

In addition, there is a tumbled down cottage included in the sale which has permission to be rebuilt as a detached 2 bed home.

This property requires full renovation but is perfect for investment due to the phenomenally low asking price.

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San Lorenzo Villa with Land, Pescia Tuscany - €135,000

Situated just outside the historic, medieval market town of Pescia in a commanding position with fantastic views, 20 minutes from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and Pisa (and their respective airports).

This part renovated barn is in need of total restoration, although the structure is sound and the permission is in place to create a beautiful house.

The shell could realise a luxury 2 bed, 2 bathroom house with panoramic balcony, if you were to have large rooms. The interior floor space measures 120msq with covered terraces of 40msq.

Outside there is a covered terrace away from the house which could be used as a carport or outside dining area plus there are olive groves and woodland to an expansive 20200msq.

The approach is along a private road.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Appartamento Storico, Pitigliano - S. Tuscany - €130,000

Apartment in spectacular Pitigliano, Southern Tuscany

Situated in the Centro Storico within the fortified town walls of old Pitigliano and dating back in parts to the 16th century, a large apartment sleeping up to 6.

A doorway at street level opens onto a stairway with barrel roof leading to:

A large kitchen/diner with double sink, gas cooker (bottled gas, as Piti is built on and of porous Tufa stone, so mains gas is not permitted), a small wood burning stove and a Juliet balcony overlooking the street and a pretty viccolo with a fountain.

Bathroom with oversize shower, sink vanity unit and toilet

Internal corridor leading to:

Double bedroom with feature curved arch and dressing room

Large living room with two sofas (one a double bed settee), tv etc., a large wood burning stove and stairs leading to a mezzanine with roof light containing a large single bed and a folding single bed. A large wood store is situated off the living room.

The living room leads to a long, thin balcony with a panoramic view from the town wall overlooking the valley.

The apartment comes fully furnished (apart from linen) and is suitable for holiday letting. Situated in an area of the town known as Capisotto (or ‘Head down’) it was originally used by the servants of the Palace, the Orsini Fortress in the main square. It is near many local restaurants and fabulous butchers!

Pitigliano is a beautiful pre-Roman Tuscan hill town and many of the ancient cave homes can still be seen. It is an excellent area for walking as the ancient carved Etruscan walkways radiate from the town.

It is 2- 2.5 hours from Rome airports and about 3 hours drive from Pisa, giving a choice of available airports served by low cost airlines. It is about 50km from the beautiful cathedral town of Orvietto and 30km from the spa resort at Saturnia. It is approximately 15km from Lake Bolsena and there is a ski centre approximately one hour away at Monte Amiata.

Any enquiries please contact jaxxpoole@yahoo.co.uk or ring 07935 317222.

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Vellano Terrace, Pescia Tuscany - €120,000

TYPICAL TUSCAN STONE COTTAGE IN VELLANO (10 MINS FROM pESCAI, 45 MINS FROM FLORENCE AND PISA WITH THEIR RESPECTIVE AIRPORTS. 20 MINS FROM LUCCA AND 90 MINS FROM SIENA

95 SQ MTS

MAINS WATER

MAINS ELECTRIC

GPL GAS

TELEPHONE

EASY PARKING CLOSE BY

This is a delightfull cottage built between 1650 and 1700, set in the beautifull medieval village of Vellano ,one of the ten "castelli"( or fortress villages)in this area known as the "Svizzera Pesciatina" or "The little Switzerland above Pescia"The whole area being known for its outstanding natural beauty.

A delightfully characteristic cottage UNSPOILED and retaining many of its original features. Typically Tuscan this Florentine stone cottage consists:

Stone walled and chestnut beamed entrance, with terracotta flooring,leading onto the loverly kitchen/dinning area , again cotto floor and beams.There are two beautiful stone archways here again giving lots of character.

Going up through the archway over the stairs you find a lovely sunny double bedroom with spectacular views over the terracotta rooftops and down the valley then the bathroom with shower w.c.and new shower and mirror units .

On the next level there is a loverly little sitting room/study area with the original stone fireplace and a lovely large double bedroom, again with the most breathtaking views down the valley towards Pescia and beyond.Above there is a loft area ideal for storage or computer use etc. or this area could be converted into a roof terrace without losing any living space.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Medicina Cottage - Tuscany - €110,000

This delightful cottage rests spectacularly on the hills outside of Pescia (on the outskirts of Medicina - one of the pretty hill villages outside Pescia).

Located 5 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 45 mins to Florence and Pisa and 90 mins to Siena.

The house is structurally sound and in need of finishing - depending on your specifications this will cost from €15k). For renovation details please ask. Richard is happy to give advice and quote for this type of work. There are no shorttage of local and reliable builders.

Currently the house consists:

Kitchen/living room, large double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Downstairs is currently a large space, open on two sides currently used as outdoor living space. This area can be enclosed and made into further living accommodation (making the house into a spacious 2 bedroomed dwelling with a seperate lounge)

There is permission for a covered terrace to be built to the side of the property giving additional outside living space.

Outside:

A terrace with spectacular views (see photos). Around 800msq of cultivated garden including olive, fruit and nut trees, a small vegetable garden and a beautiful vine covered arbour.

Access is via a shared road which is very well maintained. Water is connected and electric is at the house but currently disconnected.

This house is a wonderful opportunity to aquire a beautiful and romantic holiday home in the Tuscan hills. It also offers a great investment opportunity for those wishing to create a rental business.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Castlevecchio Cottage - Pescia - €95,000

This cottage is situated in the locality of Castelvecchio, 10 mins drive to the medieval market town of Pescia, 45 mins to Pisa and Florence (and their airports), 25 mins to Lucca. There is a bar/shop in walking distance.

The cottage is in need of full renovation, but is structurally sound. It will make either a large 1 bed cottage or a 2 bedroomed dwelling. There is the posibility of extending the house slightly and also adding a covered terrace.

There are a few acres of land including woodland, vines, olive grove.

The position is idylic with beautiful rural views yet near to the bar and shop. This is a perfect little Tuscan retreat for a couple or small family.

The price, as with most houses listed, is negotiable

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Colognora Town House - €95,000

A delightful village stone house in need of renovation. Located in the hill village of Colognora above Collodi;the famous home of Pinocchio. Lucca is 20 minutes away and Bagni do Lucca, with all amenities, is a 15 minute drive. The nearest airport is Pisa (50 mins) Florence is also only 55 mins drive and Bologna or Genova 2 hours.

The property comprises extensive accommodation over 3 floors:

Ground floor; Cellars and storage rooms (easily converted to accommodation)

First Floor: Entrance hall, living area, kitchen, dining room

Second Floor: 3 main bedrooms, space for en suite bathrooms or house bathroom.

Most rooms overlook the valley beyond with superb views and are light and airy.

There is a small garden adjoining the house. There is also additional land near the village included in the price (exact quantity to be confirmed).

This house is in a lovely position and enjoys a great small village atmosphere... the perfect holiday home or house in Tuscany for those who want to renovate a character filled property.

PRIVATE SALE

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Sorana 'Bella Vista' Cottage - €90,000

This traditional hill village cottage was built around the 1700's. Situated in the medieval village of Sorana, 10 mins from Pescia, 25 mins from Lucca, 40 mins from Florence and Pisa airport.

The house covers 2 thirds of an independant villa with magnificent wiews to the south and east.

Comprising over 3 floors:

2 double bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen/dining room, hall with open fire and sitting area.

2 large cantinas (cellars) with external access, one of which would convert ideally into extra living space (either another bedroom or sitting room with access onto the terrace).

Outside there is a terrace for 'al fresco' dining and the possibility of a balcony on the first floor.

There are various parcels of woodland dotted around the nearby hills that are included in this sale.

Being on the edge of the village of Sorana the house is only accessable via the old cobbled mule tracks. It is a 2 min walk from the main carpark to the front door.

The house is in need of some TLC - redecoration, new bathroom & kitchen but could be made livable very easily. If you wanted to extend and rearrange the living space this can be simply done and we can always provide estimates for work, help with permissions and sourcing builders. Richard provides a comprehensive building or site management service which you can discuss when you view the property.

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Casa de Monte Villa - Tuscany - €90,000

Situated in the pretty hill village of Casa de Monte, this portion of a villa built in the late 1700's is ripe for renovation into a glorious 3 bedroomed home.

The nearest town is Lanciole (7 mins drive), Pisa (and the airport) is 50 mins, Florence 30 mins, Lucca 45 mins.

This traditional Tuscan property consists of the first 2 floors of the three storey villa.

Internal Potential:

Outside:

There is Garden, Terrace and balcony attached to the house. Perfect for long summer days lounging! There also is a 1 acre fenced paddock less than a stones throw from the front door. A small, quaint, brick built summer house is built on this land - perfect for the visiting mother-in-law?

Internal photos unavailable at present but will be added to the website when we have them.

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Casa di Monte Farm - Tuscany - €80,000

Set in the beautiful countryside above Pistoia, this attractive Farmhouse is to restore, with an adjoining barn and its Chestnut Cottage is already renovated and ready to rent out to holiday makers or live in whilst you renovate the rest of the property.

The farmhouse is semi-detached, the neighbouring property being renovated and currently used by the owners as a summer house. There are all facilities on site and connected.

Full plans and permissions are in place for the Farmhouse to be restored. The barn is also eligable for conversion into accommodation.

The Chestnut House is fully converted and comprises a one bedroomed, stitting/kitchen/dining room and shower room

The Farmhouse is set to realise a 2 bedroomed large house and there is potential for either expansion into the barn or for the barn to be converted into seperate accommodation. Currently, the Farmhouse has had work started; the floors are removed, pending replacement but no further work has beed carried out.

Outside, there is over a hectare of land, mostly woodland. There is a perfect grove which would be ideal as a camping site or for log cabins. This area is actively promoting the tourist industry and we forsee litte problem in a resident being granted the relevant permissions. Indeed, there are even grants to encourage this type of development.

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We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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Vellano Terrace Cottage - €75,000

Delightful Terraced Cotttage in the spectacular hill town of Vellano, Tuscany (nearest airport: Pisa - 50 mins)

Situated just off the main square in the Centro Storico within the fortified town walls of old Vellano. (10 mins drive from the bustling market town of Pescia. 40 mins from Florence, Pisa and 20 mins from Lucca)

The property is over 3 floors.

Ground floor - 1 characterful cantina

1st floor - dining kitchen - open fire

2nd floor - double bedroom & bathroom

The house has many interesting features (exposed stone-work, open fires, cotto floors etc). It has been renovated to a high standard and is immediately habitable. Just a short walk from the nearby car park, this house is perfect as a holiday home or rental or for anyone looking to enjoy Tuscan village life.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

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for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Sorana House - Pescia - Tuscany - €65,000

This traditional village house is located in Sorana – a lovely hill village 10 mins drive from Pescia.

The house is in need of complete renovation and currently comprises:

Ground floor: Large cellar (possibly converted to kitchen)

First Floor: 2 rooms

Second Floor: 2 rooms

All amenities to be installed (not a difficult job as the house is near the mains supplies)

Outside: pizza oven & seating area.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk

Fairy Cottage, Fibialla, Pescia - TUSCANY - €50,000

This quaint cottage is situated in the locality of Fibialla, 5 mins drive to the medieval market town of Pescia, 45 mins to Pisa and Florence (and their airports), 25 mins to Lucca. There is a bar/shop in walking distance.

The 40 msq cottage is habitable with a kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom. There is a woodburning stove for heating and all the original features (wooden beams, exposed stone etc.) have been retained. Downstairs there is room for a single sofabed making this home perfect for couples or small families.

To the side there is a large, flat terrace with great view - perfect for 'al fresco' dining. There is a 'semi-sunk' pool on this terrace - perfect for those hot summer days.

The cottage has been looked after well by the previous owners who used it as a summer retreat. It has just recently been re-roofed, had wall ties inserted, walls underpinned and foundations redone plus new plumbing and electrics installed. There is no phone line but cell phones generally function well at the house.

Surrounding the house is an acre+ of well maintained land, planted with mixed fruit trees, olives and other ornamental trees.

The position is idylic with beautiful rural views yet within a walk of bar and shop. This is a perfect little Tuscan retreat for a couple or small family.

The price, as with most houses listed, is negotiable

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Quirico Chestnut House - Tuscany REDUCED - €49,000

Just on the outskirts of the village of San Quirico (medieval hill town 10 mins drive from the market town of Pescia - 45 mins to Florence & Pisa, 25mins to Lucca, 90 mins to Siena). This cute cottage is within walking distance of the local bar and restaurant but is just outside of the main village so enjoys privacy and peace.

The property is 65msq and comprises downstairs a sitting/dining/kitchen and upstairs a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (no shower but room to extend and add one). Heating comes from a woodburning stove .

This cottage is a perfect holiday home and you will always be able to rent it out when you are not around.

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Vellano Uliveto - Land - Pescia - Tuscany - €30,000

This is a prime piece of land very near the hill village of Vellano (10 mins from Pescia, 20 mins from Lucca, 45 mins from Florence and airports)

Comprising 3060 sqm with 60 olive trees, 30 various fruit trees and other woodland.

It may be possible to erect a wooden structure (ie log cabin) on this piece of land.

Log cabins sleeping 2+2start at around €15000 euros - erected.

We have produced a comprehensive booklet which describes the buying process in Italy in great detail. The booklet offers professional advice on> Finding a property, successful viewing, finances, mortgages, taxs and fees. The price is only £2.25 and we guarantee that reading this booklet can save you thousands of pounds on your Italian house purchase. To order or find out more simply go to the Casa del Sole on-line shop, choose 'literature' and purchase the booklet immediately.

for more details email us enquiries@casadelsole.co.uk