Description
Set in a picturesque countryside surrounding, this traditional stone farmhouse offers an authentic experience of the beauties of Tuscany
With a backdrop featuring the majestic Apennine Mountains, the hilltop location provides also stunning views across the Mugello valley.
While the location provides everything needed for a quiet retreat into the heart of the Tuscan countryside,the property is at only 3km from the classically Italian town of Vicchio, which has a wide selection of beautiful restaurants along with bars, shops, supermarkets and all other amenities required. Located in close proximity to Florence and other nearby historic towns, this is the perfect spot to start exploring the surrounding area.
This elegant farmhouse in the heart of Tuscany was originally restored in 1978, and then fully renovated to an extremely high standard of finish in 2006 by the current owners. Beautifully renewed in the style of the surrounding area, this is a real idyllic retreat positioned in a truly remarkable and unique location.
The farmhouse itself is surrounded by 3 hectares of well kept land with wonderfully landscaped gardens (with lavender, rose bushes and olive trees) and a generous swimming pool (12m x 5m) allowing clear views of the surrounding vistas while cooling off from the Tuscan sun.
At 240m2 the property is perfectly proportioned, split over 2 separate floors.
Ground Floor:
- Kitchen/Dining Room – the kitchen is fitted in a farmhouse style while still containing everything you could need to prepare meals. With two sets of patio doors leading onto an external terrace, the room is well positioned to be bright and retains an elegant, rustic quality.
- Sitting Room – adjoined to an enclosed loggia that leads into the comfortable sitting room, complete with an open fireplace and wood burner for those cozy winter evenings.
- Double Bedroom – furnished sympathetically with your comfort in mind including a number of original features.
- Twin Bedroom – similar elegant furnishings with patio doors and a unique original cotto fireplace
- Bathroom – well proportioned graceful downstairs bathroom
- Walk-in Storage Cupboard – ample room for necessary storage
First Floor:
- Master Bedroom Suite – a fantastic and spacious room with cotto fireplace, sitting area and en suite shower. Perfect for all requirements and maximum relaxation.
- Double Bedroom – a large and very comfortable room with an attractively tiled fireplace.
- Bathroom – a large bathroom with a lavish walk-in shower
- Access to loft and additional storage space
External Buildings:
- Laundry Room – all mod cons with fridge/freezer, boiler, washing machine, tumble dryer and sink.
- Additional storage space with water storage/softener and swimming pool equipment.
- Large Garage – to accommodate all your needs.
This is a beautiful, highly desirable farmhouse. Although wonderfully traditional, the property has been renovated to an extremely high standard with all the necessities of modern living included.
Truly a location to retreat, explore and experience the unique atmosphere of the Tuscany region.