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

1,950,000 EUR 1,677,000 GBP 2,106,000 USD

Reference: 234718

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 7
Floor Size: 530 m2
Plot Size: 4 hectares / 9.88 acres

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Fruit Trees
Equestrian Facilities
Air Conditioning
Renewable Energy
Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Private
Parking
Garage
Good Condition

Details

Absolutely beautiful fully renovated 6 bedroom villa with 2 one bedroom apartments, nestling in nearly 10 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool and olive and fruit trees, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful elevated location near all amenities in Livorno.

Set among the Pisane hills, the estate is 20 km from the coast and Castiglioncello harbour, 15 km from Livorno and only 20 minutes from Pisa international airport.

It is easily accessible through a short unpaved road in perfect condition leading to 2 automatic gates, and it faces South-West.

From the gate a picturesque tree lined path leads to the villa which is 530m2 on two floors plus several outbuildings and the swimming pool.

The house dates back to the 1700s and the current owners executed a careful and high quality renovation in 1997, by enhancing the original features of the property.

It is ideal for those who are looking for a property in an intimate and secluded location, but at the same time close to services and motorways.

The ground floor is composed of a huge living room with original arches, originally the stables of the farmhouse, a good size typical Tuscan style kitchen with access to the outdoor terrace, bathroom and fabulous wooden staircase leading to the first floor.

Upstairs the villa comprises of 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and access to the terrace.

Additionally there are 2 guest apartments: the first one, on two floors, consists of a kitchen, bathroom on the ground floor, and bedroom and bathroom upstairs. The second one is a studio apartment.

All systems are autonomous with LPG heating and air conditioning in some of the bedrooms.

The sale includes 5 ha of land with 350 olive trees and some fruit trees, a charming and original bread oven which dates back to the 1800s, a fantastic swimming pool with solarium and a well-kept garden.

This is a real jewel.

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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.

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