Tuscany is a beautiful region in central Italy stretching from the Tyrrehenian Sea in the west to the foothills of the Apennine Mountains in the east. Spanning over 20,000 kilometres, with a population of 3.6 million, Tuscany is famous for its rich artistic legacy, culinary treasures and incredible wines. Its cities, Florence, Siena and Pisa, together with smaller towns and medieval villages such asLucca and San Gimignano, house some of the world’s finest art treasures. As a matter of fact, Tuscany is possessing more historical monuments than any other country, let alone province, on earth.
More and more people are investing in Italy real estate and Tuscany continues to be a favourite location with property buyers. What makes Tuscany so appealing is the vast natural beauty of the landscapes – from sandy beaches with pine forests and rows of slender cypress trees, to vineyards and olive groves.
Investing in luxury real estate in Tuscany is not only a sound investment, it must also be one of the most pleasurable ways to invest. Buying a magnificent prestigious Tuscany property, ranging from prestigious villas to country estates and Tuscan vineyards, means more than just investing in bricks and mortar. The moment you step inside one of these historic Tuscan properties it feels like stepping back in time.
A few examples of properties for sale in Tuscany include:
Historic villa with breathtaking views over the rolling Tuscan hills: This beautiful 18th century villa is located in the scenic Morianese Hills, 5 km from the medieval town of Lucca. The villa has been owned by a noble Lucchese family for more than five generations and it boasts many family antiques. The 600m² villa features a lovely mature garden and stunning views over the Tuscan countryside. There is also a beautiful chapel situated on the grounds of the villa.
Exceptional Tuscany farmhouse with panoramic views over Lucca: This is a perfectly restored family farmhouse, originally dating back to the 15th century. The 5 hectares land surrounding the Tuscany villa stretches over different levels and terraces. There are 900 olive trees on the grounds, yielding about 1,000 kilos of extra virgin olive oil annually. The property offers breathtaking views of the Tuscan landscape.
Gorgeous historic villa: This beautiful Tuscan villa is located in a small hamlet south of the ancient walled city of Lucca. With 560m² living area and 3,000 m² of land, the lovely villa, comprised of nine bedrooms, professional kitchen and several living rooms, offers plenty of potential. Two of the bedrooms have access to a very large terrace. The house also benefits from a walled garden.
Grand historic villa set in a wonderful park: This impressive Lucchese villa with a typical double staircase is surrounded by a lovely park of about 2,500m². The first floor features two terraces, each about 50m², from which you can enjoy beautiful panoramas over the Pinocchio Park. The total living space is 900m². The grand villa is situated in a quiet location, yet only 18 km from the enchanting medieval town of Lucca.
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