Renovated 8 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Lari, Tuscany

2,350,000 EUR 2,021,000 GBP 2,538,000 USD

Reference: 227328

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 4
Floor Size: 700 m2
Plot Size: 2.1 hectares / 5.19 acres

Features

Balcony
Fruit Trees
Fireplace
Renewable Energy
Countryside View
Private
Parking
Turnkey
Good Condition

Details

Nestling in over 5 acres of glorious landscaped gardens and olive grove, is this 3 storey, 8 bedroom, 19th century Art Nouveau style villa with expansive pool, enjoying panoramic countryside views from its private and peaceful location on the edge of the historic centre of Lari.

This prestigious property has been renovated in recent years using quality materials and respecting all its original charm and features. It is shielded by a stone wall to ensure privacy, and exudes an atmosphere of comfort, balance and class.

Not far from the property, in the garden, is an elegant lemon house equipped with a modern kitchen, and further down is a large swimming pool with solarium.

The villa has a classic and functional composition with the typical symmetry of the late 19th century Art Nouveau style.

On the ground floor is an elegant entrance hall, a central living room with a large stone fireplace, high ceilings, tall French doors and high quality parquet in an appropriate herringbone design.

Around this living room there are different areas, such as a living room / TV room, a study, a dining room, and a very elegant kitchen with a large pantry where a fridge-cell has been installed.

On the same floor there is also a laundry room, a bathroom and some storage areas. An elegant staircase leads to the first floor with another large central room, this time furnished as a billiard room. Around this room there are 4 large bedrooms, one of which has a beautiful outdoor porch, a walk-in wardrobe and a large en-suite bathroom.

Another floor further up leads to an attic floor. Under the finely restored roof there are 4 more bedrooms, other rooms and a particularly elegant bathroom. Below the house is a huge vaulted cellar in excellent original condition.

In addition to the garden, lemon house and swimming pool, the property has a beautiful small olive grove and a large parking area which is easily accessible from the road via an automatic gate.

The picturesque centre of Lari with its particular castle, the central square and its typical Tuscan atmosphere is about 500 metres away.

Pisa airport can be reached in half an hour, Pontedera with all its services in 15 minutes, Viareggio in 40 minutes, Florence in 45 minutes (also by train from Pontedera).

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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.