Classic Tuscan farmhouse near Pescia, beautifully presented, having been restored with artistry and taste in recent years. Currently the property is a successful rental property, but would make a spacious family home.
The farmhouse is located within walking distance of Pescia, where there is a good selection of restaurants, bars, shops etc. The property has good views of the surrounding countryside and overlooks Pescia.
The property is decorated in a sought-after style that is in keeping with Tuscan buildings. Space has been used thoughtfully throughout and the preservation of desirable features lends a most satisfying overall feel to the accommodation.
The layout of the building is as follows:
Ground Floor
Entrance to large kitchen/dining room
Sitting room with fireplace
Second living room, currently used as the 4th double bedroom
Loggia of about 20 sqm
Large patio to front of property with good views
First Floor
Master bedroom with small ensuite toilet and washbasin
Two further double bedrooms
Family bathroom
Rear covered walkway, incorporating the utility area
Stone steps down to car parking area
Outside space
Car parking for 6 plus cars
Above ground swimming pool (permissions to excavate and rebuild below-ground pool, should be possible)
6 hectares of land, mostly woodland and extensive olive groves
Advantages
No work required
Good rental history
Very convenient location
Weakness
Narrow access road
Distances
1 km Pescia
19 km Lucca
29 km Bagni di Lucca (thermal spa)
42 km Pisa airport
44 km Viareggio (beach)
58 km Abetone (skiing)
59 km Florence
Please note that any utility services, heating system or appliances have not been tested and no warranty can be given or implied as to their working order
Additional costs
1) Agency charges amount to a minimum of € 1,500, otherwise up to 3% of purchase price (see our SERVICES page for a full description of the assistance we provide)
2) Investigation of existing ownership and boundaries of a property, normally carried out by a geometra, generally costs from € 750 plus, as a rule, 1% of the purchase price
3) Notary fees are based on the declared value for tax purposes. There is no published tariff but experience points to about 3% on lower value properties, perhaps 2% on higher value
Please note that all professional fees are subject to IVA (Italian purchase tax) at 20%
4) Land registry + Government taxes:
a) 1st home, Italian resident: € 336 + 3% of declared value
b) 2nd home, or non-resident: 10% of declared value
c) agricultural land: 18% of declared value
Declared values are determined by the notary at the time of the ‘rogito’ (final contract). Villatua recommends all prospective purchasers to seek advice on likely tax obligations, as individual circumstances may alter the amount significantly
Farmhouse for sale in Tuscany: Farmhouse for sale near Pescia
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