5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Fiesole, Tuscany

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Reference: 173183

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 1,052 m2
Plot Size: 1.8 hectares / 4.45 acres

Features

Terrace
Fruit Trees
Tennis Court
Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Private
Parking
Garage
Good Condition

Details

PRICE REDUCED - Within easy reach of the centre of Florence is this traditional Tuscan property surrounded by olive groves.
Entry via a private drive with security gates and into a tranquil setting, nestled into the sweeping hillside, with attractive views over the valley.

The layout provides large flowing reception rooms and well distributed bedrooms and guest accommodation. In addition there are extensive cellars and service quarters as well as the potential to create further accommodation/reception rooms. The quality of the materials and finishes is of the highest standard and maintained in immaculate condition, as well as and in keeping with houses and villas across Tuscany, features such as pietra serena stairs, terracotta floors from Impruneta, chestnut beams and doors and exposed brick vaulted ceilings. Inside and out the property has been maintained in exceptionally well.

In total there is 1052 sqm of floor area spread over three floors. The rooms on the garden floor are particularly impressive, centered around the main reception room with mezzanine level, 114 sqm of floor area, double-height ceiling and floor to ceiling windows leading onto panoramic terraces.
All four bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and ample wardrobe space. In addition to the bedrooms in the main body of the house there is a separate guest apartment with entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and two bathrooms. The lower level has a large study room and office area as well as extensive cellars, garage and service apartment.

The grounds surrounding the property cover almost 2 hectares (18,000 sqm) and include a tennis court, a limonaia and two small storerooms. Should one wish there would be no problem adding a swimming pool.
For outside living and dining during the summer months one can choose from the pergola leading off the kitchen, terracing leading off the principal reception rooms on the garden level and a terrace leading off the lower ground floor. There are also two parking areas suitable for several cars.

The location of the property is truly unique, just 5 minutes from Fiesole centre and 10 minutes from the centre of the Florence. Though positioned on a hillside famous for its villas one enjoys the utmost privacy with no neighbouring properties overlooking the grounds or house itself.

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Italy Property Buying Guide

1. Making the Offer to Purchase (Offerta)

Once you have found the property you wish to purchase you will start the process by making a formal offer to the vendor, the estate agent will act on your behalf and put forward the offer, a deposit will be made available, generally around (10,000 - 20,000 EUR). Once the vendor has accepted the offer it will be formalised in writing to the vendor in both English and Italian. If this is accepted the deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid to the vendor. This will form a legally binding contract. Neither party may withdraw at this point, the sale can be forced by either party or a claim for damages can be made. If the purchaser withdraws their deposit will be lost, if the vendor withdraws the purchaser can claim twice the deposit in compensation.

2. Signing the Preliminary Contract (Compromesso or Contratto preliminare)

The next step will take place between 1 and 3 months after the offer has been accepted, this is a formal agreement between the vendor and purchaser to sell and buy the property, this agreement is the Preliminary Contract and will contain the conditions and terms of the sale. It is important at this stage that you have a full understanding of all the details contained in the contract. We would strongly recommend that you appoint a Notary who is fluent in English. This document will include the purchase price, a detailed description of the property including completion date and will cover any obligations placed upon the buyer and the vendor. All information relating to the property including any planning permissions for the property and the cadastral details (a public record, survey, or map of the value, extent, and ownership of land as a basis of taxation). Once the Preliminary Contract (Contratto preliminare) has been signed a further deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid, this will generally be 10% - 20% of the purchase price. There will also be an estate agents Commission Fee (Provvigione) which will need to be paid at this point.

3. Signing the Final Deed of Sale (Rogito or Atto Notarile)

The purchaser must have a bank account in order to make the purchase on completion. The signing of the final deed of sale which will authorise the transfer of the property must be overseen by a Notary (Notaio). The buyer will select and hire the Notary, but they are members of an independent body of public/professionals who will draft the purchase deed, they will oversee the passing of the title legally from the vendor to the purchaser. The Notary will also verify the legality of the documentation and registration with the Conservatoria dei Registri Immobiliari and the Local Land Register.

4. Formalities to be observed after Completion

Foreign buyers should obtain a certified copy of the Purchase Deed (Rogito), which the Notary will have lodged with the authorities. Generally this will be available to collect around 2 – 3 weeks after completion. The Notary will also give you a form to complete for the the local authority (Questura) who will have been given formal notice of the purchase. Your Notary will help you to complete this form. You will need to contact the utilities companies to set up new contracts (power, water, telephone, gas etc.). If the property is a flat, the condominium manager (Amministratore del condominio) should be informed of change of ownership of the property.

IMPORTANT - Disclaimer : All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.