5 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Montecatini Val di Cecina, Tuscany

3,000,000 EUR 2,580,000 GBP 3,240,000 USD

Reference: 171474

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Reception room(s)::1
Floor Size: 460 m2
Plot Size: 2 hectares / 4.94 acres

Features

Terrace
Fruit Trees
Fireplace
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Panoramic View
Good Condition

Details

Approached by a cypress tree lined drive, beautifully restored villa, set in the stunning Tuscan countryside, with 2 outbuildings and attractive gardens, nestled in the hillside above Montecatini, surrounded by 2 hectares of gardens and olive groves.

Main House:
The accommodation is spread over 3 structures, the principal residence being the 2 storey villa with Stucco facade and 240m2 of living area:
Ground floor: entrance hall leading into a large open plan living room with a large fireplace as the centrepiece of the room; dining room with fireplace and a kitchen. There is also a bedroom, an impressive marble bathroom, study and utility room.

First floor, accessed via the pietra serena stairway: 2 bedrooms, 1 of which is en-suite.
Possibility to add a further bathroom.

This Tuscan property has been restored to the highest standard with high quality terracotta floorings, oak beams and pietra serena features.

Outbuildings:
2 guest apartments, the first offers 80m2 of floor area with living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom and the second offers1002 of floor area with entrance hall, living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and terraces. One of the apartments is completed to 'builder's finish'.

There is also a 40m2 cantina for storing wine and olive oil.

Gardens & Grounds:
Surrounding the property are 2 hectares of land with an olive grove of 600 trees, oaks, cipress trees and fruit trees. These extensive gardens provide ample seating areas from which the Tuscan views can be enjoyed.

Location
Situated just 5 minutes from the charming spa town of Montecatini with a range of services and conveniences. The vibrant town of Lucca is also just 20 minutes away, Florence 30 minutes and the coast and Pisa airport 40 minutes.

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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.