Astride a turn in the hillside, known as A Capo, lay a farm with exceptional views (incl. Leaning Tower of Pisa, 12 miles south) and a building that was until recently abandoned, overgrown, collapsed.

 

The new owner has returned some 1000 olive trees to production and (using the Ferrari construction company and international realtors Knight Frank) restored the property, sparing no expense to use traditional terracotta and chestnut materials.

 

The result is an excellent house for the discerning traveller to enjoy. So what makes this property so special and how does it achieve meeting all the requirements in todays holiday home market.

 

Here are just a few of features that await you;

 

Excellent creation and excecution of  interior design

Satellite TV + 5.1 DVD for your entertainment

Solar-powered under-floor heating for all year round rentals

Air-conditioning for your convenience and comfort;

Infinity pool with stunning outlook and panoramic far reaching views

4 lavishly appointed double/twin bedrooms (all en-suite)

Large kitchen, dining room, 50sq m living room

Stunning panoramic outlook to Pisa, Lucca and,towards Florence & Siena

2 terraces shaded by chestnut pergolas

A peaceful and tranquil location YET only 10 mins to shops

and all major Tuscan culture within 1.5hrs.

 

The property lies on one of the most sought-after hillsides in north west Tuscany. Only 15 minutes drive from the outstanding wallled city of Lucca (known as the worlds largest open-air museum), and in view of The Leaning Tower of Pisa.

 

The south-facing hillside is covered with groves which yield some the worlds best olive oil (Lucca DOP) and the vineyards of the Colline Lucchese DOC. San Macario in Monte is in the process of becoming a Nature Reserve.

 

The culture and museums of Florence are within an hours drive (also accessible by train), and San Gimignano and Siena are within 90 minutes. The coast and beach resorts of Forte di Marmi, Pietrasanta and Viareggio are some 20 miles west.

 

The area is abundant with bars and restaurants of all levels from pizzerias, basic Tuscan countryside trattorias through to Michelin starred restaurants.

 

Sports are also well served, including 7 golf courses within one hours drive (some closer). The Garfagnana National Park is just to the North.