8 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Lucca, Tuscany

2,300,000 EUR 1,978,000 GBP 2,484,000 USD

Reference: 172268

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 4
Plot Size: 0.7 hectares / 1.73 acres

Features

Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Parking
Garage
Good Condition

Details

PRICE REDUCED - Set in attractive gardens is this beautiful and luxurious Tuscan villa which was renovated 5 years ago.
The property comes with many original features and frescoes and dating back in parts to the 17th century. views to th Lucca hills.

On entering the villa there is an entrance hall with the following rooms leading off: a modern kitchen, dining room, conservatory, breakfast room and ironing room. At the heart of the villa is the grand hall from which there are two staircases that lead up to the first floor. The conservatory staircase leads into the L-shaped drawing room which the study and an office lead off. Through an archway there is a double bedroom and bathroom.

On the next floor there are three double bedrooms, one bathroom and a dressing room. The master bedroom has its own bathroom and a dressing room.

Surrounding the villa there is a formal garden laid to lawn and numerous stunning flower beds. There is a swimming pool (33ft x 16’6ft) set lower down on bottom part of the lawn surrounded by a stone wall. There are several covered seating areas set within the grounds and within easy reach of the villa.

In addition to the main Tuscan residence there is a garage and additional storage in three barns.

There is also a self contained cottage which provides guest accommodation or the potential to generate income. The cottage has 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with cellars for storage. It is currently let on an annual basis.

The villa is situated off a private road stretching a mile long within a private estate close to the city of Lucca.
Within 10 minutes one can be in central Lucca. Pisa airport can be reached in under 30 minutes and the beaches of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi are just 35 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.