Properties for sale in Italy

"Casa Paola" is a traditional 2 bedroom stone built village house (about 80 sqm) with garden far reaching views of the Apuan Alps in a sunny position in the village of Gragnana just a short drive from Piazza al Serchio. Steps lead to the front door which opens into a welcoming lounge with open fire. This leads to a large dining room with galley kitchen  and stairs to the first floor where there are 2 double bedrooms a shower room . A summer kitchen off the little garden has been built on the ground floor. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms (one with large terrace with exceptional views) and a shower room. On the top floor there are two attic rooms used as bedrooms. The house has central heating to radiators but the boiler needs to be replaced. The upstairs windows need attention. The ancient stone built village of Gragnana has a rich and historic past, traces of which can still be found. The village grew up along a traditional mule track which led to Lunigiana. According to local legend, the bell of Santa Margherita church was blessed and would be rung to dispel the Black Death. A medieval bridge, which joined Gragnana to Piazza al Serchio via San Michele is still standing. The local café and little village car park are just a stone’s throw from the cottage (although it’s possible to park at the cottage). The bustling mountain town of Piazza al Serchio (on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla train line) is about 4.5 km away and provides extensive shopping and services as well as a weekly open air market. Aulla, (with its great access to the Italian motorway network), Lucca and Pisa airport are about 40km, 64km and 90 km away respectively. The world famous coastline of the “Cinque Terre” is just an hour's drive away. There are local ski slopes in Careggine (20 mins) and a very good ski resort in Abetone (1 hour 15 minutes), making this a great base for holidays at any time of year.

Restored and updated 2 bedroom first-floor apartment in the historic centre of the bustling 6th Century mountain village of Pieve Fosciana (360 m asl), just a few minutes drive from the market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. The property has around 65sqm of floor space and is laid out as follows - main door to reception lounge, 2 double bedrooms, dining-kitchen and shower room with window. On the ground floor there is a cellar. Outside there is an enclosed garden of about 200 sqm (0.04 acres), mainly lawn with some fruit trees. The house has double glazing, a warm air pellet heater and a boiler for hot water, Parking is close by.and the local shops, restaurants and the small village cinema are just a short stroll away.. There is a bus stop close to the house with an hourly service to Castelnuovo. Castelnuovo train station is on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line and there is a bus station with good links to the surrounding area. Pieve Fosciana lies in the heart of the Garfagnana, as this stretch of the fertile valley of the Serchio, flanked by the Apuan Alps to the west and Apennines to the east, is known. The district provides a range of sporting activities and promotes folk, agricultural and cultural events. The historic centre is brimming with ancient buildings of historic interest and close by (walking distance) there is a small thermal spa which is said to help with arthritic and other ailments. Lucca and Pisa are 48km and 64km respectively. The coast can be reached in about 1 hour. Local skiing is just 20 minutes away (winter only!) while the large, well equipped resort of Abetone is about 1 hour and 15 minutes away.

Sitting peacefully on the edge of the village of Villa Collemandina, tastefully and sympathetically restored stone house (130 sqm) with courtyard, large garden with lovely views and parking area. This property has been finished to the highest specifications (including central heating) while maintaining its traditional charm. The front door opens into a large, open plan living room/dining room/kitchen (+ separate utility room/WC) with some exposed stone walls, terracotta floor tiles and beamed ceilings in the kitchen area. There is a back door in the kitchen which leads into the courtyard and garden (about 200 sqm; 0.04 acres), which is completely enclosed and has a wrought iron gate. A lovely open fireplace adds to the ambience between the kitchen and dining area. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms (2 doubles and 1 large single), a 4-piece shower room and access to the attic space above. Villa Collemandina has a baker, butcher, chemist, café, post office, and doctor's surgery as well as a restaurant. There is picnic area near the “Lago di Villa” lake in Villa Collemandina, which provides trout for fishing and beautiful walks along its shores. Just 5 minutes drive away is Pontecosi village with its pretty lake, churches, traditional houses also has a café/village shop right on the shores of the lake, which not only stocks basic groceries but also sells ice cream and snacks. The lake is a haven for wild birds and is also a good fishing venue. There is a traditional Italian bowling (bocce) alley and a small children’s play park. The medieval market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana (227m/745ft; population 8,000) lies in the heart of the Garfagnana, as this stretch of the fertile valley of the Serchio, flanked by the Apuan Alps to the west and Apennines to the east, is known. The district provides a range of sporting activities and promotes folk, agricultural and cultural events. Castelnuovo train station is on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line and there is a bus station with good links to the surrounding area. The ski slopes of Il Casone are about 15 minutes away. The coast (Forte dei Marmi) and excellent ski resort of Abetone are about 1 hour away by car (in opposite directions!) Lucca and Pisa airport are about 1 hour and 1.5 hours away respectively.

Centrally located in the bustling mountain village of Careggine, 882 m asl, next to local shops this Alpine style hotel, “Abete Bianco” (Silver Fir) is laid out over 4 floors and has a restaurant with traditional pizza oven. Level garden area. The hotel is about 1 hr 20 minutes from Lucca and 1 hr 40 minutes from Pisa. “Abete Bianco” was run very successfully for a number of years and, with its traditional pizza oven, was very popular with locals for birthday parties and other celebrations. It has been empty for a while and needs to be spruced up to restore it to its former glory! It has direct access from the village car park at the side or from the village road that ends at the historic archway in the ancient town walls. The layout is: Ground floor: Entrance hallway, large dining room with pizza oven access to the garden, kitchen (front and back), games room, storage cellar, wine cellar, 2 x WC rooms. First floor: Sitting room, 7 bedrooms (of which 5 en-suite), 3 bathrooms Second floor: 8 bedrooms (of which 5 en-suite), 2 bathrooms Top floor: 4 bedrooms, bathroom, storage. Located in the heart of the Apuan Alps, within the National Park, Careggine is surrounded by forests, mountains, meadows, rivers and lakes but can be reached in less than an hour from the main motorway exits or railway stations. Careggine itself is over 1000 years old, with traditional stone built houses and village lanes. It is a bustling little town with grocery store, cafés, family butcher, restaurants, pizzeria, chemist and post office. A couple of minutes drive away are the small ski lifts of Formica and Via Nova with restaurant three ski lifts and artificial snow making facilities. The nearest large market town, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, is 15km away It has supermarkets, banks, garages and all manner of other shops, services and sporting facilities as well as a train station on the line from Lucca and Pisa airport. The much larger ski resort of Abetone is about 1 hour away. The coast is less than 30 miles (46km) away over the marble mountains of Carrara, making Careggine an ideal location for holidays all year round.

Less than 1km by foot from the historic walled town of Castiglione di Garfagnana, this restored traditional stone built farmhouse with up to 2 ha (4.5 acres) of land and original stone barn. The farmhouse has been sympathetically and tastefully restored retaining many of the original features; Interior layout GROUND FLOOR Lounge with traditional open fireplace,terracotta tiles and solid chestnut beams. Fitted farmhouse kitchen Dining Room 3 Double Bedrooms  Shower Room FIRST FLOOR 3 Double Bedrooms Dining/Lounge with Fireplace Study Laundry room Kitchenette and stairs access to loft/attic area Outside the farmhouse is surrounded by a fully enclosed, level garden from which the views are spectacular. At the back of the house stands a 2-storey hayloft/barn. Additional land (up to 2ha) can be included. Castiglione is an ancient mountain town (545m asl) with much of its historical heritage intact. Local shops include grocery store and cafés, restaurant, hotel, butcher's shop and chemist. A very wide range of additional shops and services are available in the nearby towns of Pieve Fosciana (3km) and Castelnuovo di Garfagnana (6 km). Lucca and Pisa are 52km and 74km respectively. The small local ski resort of Casone (with its renowned restaurant of the same name) is a 15 minute drive away while the much larger, well equipped resort of Abetone is a 55 minute drive. The beach (Forte dei Marmi) is about 1 hour by car while Florence can be reached in less than 2. Pisa airport is 80km away (1.5 hours).

Offices for sale on the first (top) floor of a recently restored, historic “palazzo”, centrally located next to a small piazza/car park within the historic walls of the bustling market town of Castelnuovo G. There are 5 offices, ranging from 12.6 sqm to 18 sqm (with balcony) and a bathroom. The owner would prefer to sell the whole of the upper floor but the offices are also available separately from 30,000 euros (negotiable) for the smallest one. We understand from the owner (who is an architect) that permission for change of use to an apartment would be granted and the resulting apartment (about 110 sqm) would be spacious, airy and very well positioned. The medieval town of Castelnuovo G. (227m/745ft; population 8,000) lies in the heart of the Garfagnana, as this stretch of the fertile valley of the Serchio, flanked by the Apuan Alps to the west and Apennines to the east, is known. The district provides a range of sporting activities and promotes folk, agricultural and cultural events. Castelnuovo is about 11km from the walled town of Barga, 43 km from Lucca and 66 km from Pisa airport, which is less than 1 ½ hours drive away. Castelnuovo train station (about 10 minutes walk from the property) is on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line and there is a bus station with good links to the surrounding area. Skiing (Abetone - 45km) and the coast (Forte dei Marmi – 43km) are both less than an hour's drive away (in opposite directions!)

Elegant traditional stone-built manor house (built in 1582) sitting proudly in the Tuscan mountains on the outskirts of the medieval village of Fosciandora. Luxurious family home, ideal B&B, small hotel or unique venue for weddings, retreats and other functions Spectacular views, outbuildings (including large stone built traditional house with barn) and 1.5 ha land with swimming pool. Antique furniture, some dating back to the days of Napoleon, available by separate negotiation. Move-in condition. Fosciandora (495m asl) is a very pretty village, only a few km from Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, 49km from Lucca and less than 1.5 hours drive from Pisa airport. 3km away is Fosciandora train station which is on the main Lucca/Pisa to Aulla line. The small centre has kept its medieval aspect with the castle, church and tower. Summer here is peppered with many festivals based on local cuisine and traditions. Ground floor – east wing The ground floor comprises a series of beautiful interconnecting rooms, large traditional wine cellar and cold meats store and (perhaps more interestingly!) a rear corridor which was used as an escape route during various wars. The corridor leads to secret underground passages which have now fallen into disrepair. The large dining kitchen has a tiled floor, covered beams and a gorgeous marble worktop. Next to it is a large pantry with wooden ceiling and terracotta floor. The dining room is beautifully laid out and has a large traditional stone open fire, square terracotta floor tiles and a beamed ceiling. A door leads to the lounge with its two attractive columns, covered beams and tiled floor. Ground floor – west wing The east wing of the ground floor was the original kitchen area and it retains some features (including a working stove) that are about 200 years old. It is currently used as an office area. First floor The formal lounge is on the first floor and is stunning with its original terracotta floor tiles, frescoed ceiling, antique furniture (including a grand piano in the middle of the room) and fantastic views from the French windows. It opens onto a formal games/family room with original 1800s fireplace and terracotta floor tiles. From the formal lounge, a door leads to a galley library with bookshelves stacked with antique books and documents, many of which relate to the history of the manor house itself. There are 5 double bedrooms, 3 in the east wing and 2 in the west wing, (all with period furnishings and art, the earliest dating from the 1600s), 3 bathrooms and a shower room. Second floor The second floor is divided into two apartments. The apartment in the east wing has wooden floorboards and beams and comprises kitchen, bathroom, dining room and 2 bedrooms .(It was not possible to view this apartment as it was being let.) The apartment in the west wing has terracotta floors and painted beams. It can be entered via a private entrance in the courtyard and comprises a large, attractive hallway leading to a corridor with 3 windows, large dining kitchen, attic, 2 further large rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 kitchens (one with open fire and the other with stone sink and feature arched window) and 4-piece bathroom with window. External Traditional stone built house with barn (about 180 sqm). This building had various uses throughout the ages, from smokery for cold meats (the ancient stone fireplace is still in situ) to a school. Limonaia/Stables (about 30 sqm) with arches, terracotta/stone floors, beamed sloping ceilings and ancient vaults below (one was an ice house while another has arrow slits in the wall from the days when the manor house was a fortress). This lovely outbuilding is currently divided into a limonaia (for storing potted citrus fruit in winter), large kennel, gymnasium and haybarn. Large internal courtyard with exceptional views Fountain Swimming pool Water will with private water supply Garage

Just off the main piazza of the historic walled town of Castiglione in Garfagnana, town house (about 160 sqm usable floor space) with garage and terrace). Completely restored and updated in 2003, including new central heating boiler (LPG) and double windows. The main door opens into a hall which leads to an open plan lounge/dining area with open fire and French windows to a terrace above an archway. In the corner there is a fully equipped fitted kitchen. Double bedroom with dual aspect windows. Additional double bedroom (or lounge) with dual aspect windows and French door to terrace. Shower room with window. Under stairs cupboards with plumbing for washing machine. Upstairs there is a 3rd bedroom with sloping ceilings and 4th with French windows to a tiny terrace with lovely views . The area above the shower room downstairs could be made into an en-suite for this bedroom. Door to attic. Outside, the garage has a remote control electric door. Inside there is a sink and washing machine. A second room, with access from the garage has been blocked with rubble from the restoration but could be emptied and used as additional cellar space. Castiglione is an ancient mountain town (545m asl) with much of its historical heritage intact. Local shops include grocery store and cafés, restaurant, hotel, butcher's shop and chemist. A very wide range of additional shops and services are available in the nearby towns of Pieve Fosciana (3km) and Castelnuovo di Garfagnana (6 km). Lucca and Pisa are 52km and 74km respectively. The small local ski resort of Casone (with its renowned restaurant of the same name) is a 15 minute drive away while the much larger, well equipped resort of Abetone is a 55 minute drive. The beach (Forte dei Marmi) is about 1 hour by car while Florence can be reached in less than 2. Pisa airport is 80km away (1.5 hours).

Surrounded by chestnut woods and cultivated terraces in the heart of the Garfagnana area of northern Tuscany, Pian di Lago Agriturismo offers peace and tranquillity just a few km from shops and restaurants. The property comprises (I) 2 detached traditional houses, (ii) a detached lodge with portico and WC and (iii) a separate covered “loggia” as well as (iv) just under 1.5ha land (3 acres) with plenty of room for a swimming pool. The properties have been completely renovated and decorated in Tuscan style, with a hearth and external wood stove. The main house is built over 3 levels and comprises bedroom and 2 WCs on the ground floor. Spiral staircase to main floor with kitchen, lounge (currently used as bedroom 3). Spiral staircase to upper floor with bedroom and study (currently used as bedroom 4). The second house is built over 2 floors and has large reception room with kitchen off on the ground floor and a spiral staircase to the first floor, which has has 2 bedrooms and 2 WC rooms. The lodge has a large reception room with kitchen off, shower room and portico. At an altitude of 890m, Pian di Lago enjoys a position of particular panoramic interest, making it a spectacular point from which to admire the Alpine peaks of the Apuane mountain range. It is also near the beginning of many hiking trails. It is ideally placed for hill walkers, being a veritable paradise of marked footpaths which criss-cross the Natural Park of the Apuan Alps. Designated as a Natural Park for its exceptional beauty, the area is characterised by meadowland and mixed woodland and it possible to see many plant species typical of the Apuane flora and listen to the woodpeckers and other wild birds. 10 minutes away by car are a number of villages including Sassi/Eglio (700 metres asl) with its historic Duomo, lovely traditional stone built village houses, café, restaurant and a grocery shop. Further down the road is the town of Molazzana (7km) has a range of shops while the thriving market town of Castelnuovo (13km) and Barga (17km) have a wide variety of shops and services and a bustling weekly street market. Lucca is just 47 km down the valley. Pisa airport can be reached in about 1.5 hours. The coast (Forte dei Marmi) and the excellent ski resort of Abetone can be reached in about 1 hr 15 minutes.

Ground level apartment of a  villa (113 sqm) with large garden (800 sqm, just under 0.2 acres) in the mountain village of Colognola, just 5 minutes from Piazza al Serchio. Superb views. Plenty of room for swimming pool. Main door to hallway. To the right there is a kitchen with corner fireplace, dual aspect windows and access to the dining room. To the left is a last storage cupboard. Door to back hall from which there is access to 2 bedrooms (1 double and 1 single) and shower room with window. A bread van comes to the village 6 days a week, there is a café and some other shops about 1km away, and Piazza al Serchio has many shops and amenities, including an open-air swimming pool and train station on the main line from Pisa airport. It takes about 1.5 hours to get to Lucca by car and about 20 minutes more to Pisa airport. The coast (Lerici and the Cinque Terre) are just over an hour away by car while the excellent ski resort of Abetone is about 1 hour and 20 minutes drive. Much closer to the property there are some local ski runs at Careggine (20 mins).

Charming 2 bedroom village house with arched terraces, open plan living/kitchen area and taverna/summer kitchen. Garden area round the back. Central heating. An inscription bearing the date “1772” sits above the traditional wooden front door while the stone archway leading from the village lane to the house is marked “1804”. Stone steps lead up to the first arched terrace and the front door. The whole of the ground floor has been opened out and converted to a lovely, welcoming living/dining/kitchen area with double glazing. A quaint spiral staircase leads upstairs to 2 double bedrooms and shower room, which has a door to the upper arched terrace. From the kitchen, stairs lead down to the taverna/summer kitchen – this can also be accessed directly from outside Round the back of the house there is a rectangular shaped garden which measures around 100 sqm. The house is only a short walk from the train station of Poggio, which is on the main line from Pisa airport, is about 5 minutes walk (700m) The village of Poggio is about 10 minutes by car from the bustling market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, 1 hour from Lucca and 1.5 hours from Pisa airport. The sea and ski resort of Abetone are about 1 hour away, while the local ski slopes of Careggine are just 10 minutes drive

Stone built, 3-bedroom detached village house with partly restored ground floor, parking area, terrace and level garden with outbuildings and lovely mountain views. The main house comprises reception room, kitchen with door to the garden, 3 double bedrooms (1 with terrace leading to the garden) and 4-piece shower room with window. The partly restored ground floor can be accessed either internally or from the garden. It is the same size as the floor above and has a partially fitted bathroom and pipes for a kitchen sink. The house has thick walls, double glazing and piping for central heating. Radiators and a boiler have not been fitted. The garden is about 90 sqm comprising a level lawn with fruit trees ()apple, cherry, olive, hazelnut) and herbs (including rosemary and bay leaf). The outbuildings are very sturdily built of stone and could be linked to the kitchen via a door or archway. The peaceful little village of Cogna (663 m asl; population about 100 ) is surrounded by beautiful views yet is only 4km from the bustling town of Piazza al Serchio which as a variety of shops and services including open air swimming pool and station on the main Pisa – Lucca – Aulla line. Distance to Lucca and Pisa is 64km and 85km respectively. Skiing is available 20km away while the coast is 60km. Food vans offering fresh bread and other provisions visit the village daily (except Sunday). A number of good restaurants can be reached within 10 minutes by car.

Beautifully furnished 2 bedroom apartment with magnificent mountain views in Foce di Careggine, 1079m asl, close to the bustling mountain village of Careggine, 882 m asl, and just a few minutes drive from the ski slopes. The apartment has a floor area of 90 sqm over 3 floors. The ground floor comprises entrance, large lounge with open fire, kitchen area and terrace with plenty of room for dining and magnificent mountain views of the Apuan Alps. On the first floor there is a large double bedroom with balcony, store, laundry room and shower room. The 2nd floor has a large attic which is used as a double bedroom (sleeps 5) with double bed and raised platform. Central heating and up to date utilities. Located in the heart of the Apuan Alps, within the National Park, Careggine is surrounded by forests, mountains, meadows, rivers and lakes but can be reached in less than an hour from the main motorway exits or railway stations. The apartment is about 1 hr 20 minutes from Lucca and 1 hr 40 minutes from Pisa. Careggine itself is over 1000 years old, with traditional stone built houses and village lanes. A couple of minutes drive away are the small ski lifts of Formica and Via Nova with restaurants, three ski lifts and artificial snow making facilities. The much larger resort of Abetone is about 1 hour away. The coast is less than 30 miles (46km) away over the marble mountains of Carrara, making Careggine an ideal location for holidays all year round. The nearest large market town, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, is 13km away It has supermarkets, banks, garages and all manner of other shops, services and sporting facilities as well as train station on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line.

Brand new luxury ground or 1st floor 2 bedroom apartments with garden and parking area, on the sunny side of the Serchio valley, just a few minutes walk from the centre of the village of Piano di Coreglia. Dwellings are divided in 2 categories - larger unit 146 sqm and the smaller unit which measures 73sqm. Some of the units have small gardens, others larger gardens and some have large panoramic balconies. Internal details - parquet floors, under floor heating, doors, centralised vacuum clearer, plumbing for kitchen and white goods. The units are fully insulated, under floor heating, double glazing, acoustic insulation and solar panels can be installed. Fixtures - the windows, doors and external shutters are made of solid wood. Double glazing, copper gutters and down pipes, wrought iron external hand rails, grey marble doorstep and window details. Prices - Smaller units €120,000 to 145,000, Larger units €255,000 to €285,000 NB these are turn-key / finished prices In order to allow maximum flexibility, the apartments will be sold as seen and only completed later taking account of the buyer's needs and wishes. However, please note that the asking price refers to the fully finished, move-in property (except solar panels). For those seeking a larger property, it would be possible to join 2 or 3 apartments either side by side or vertically. Piano di Coreglia is a very Italian village. Originally predominantly small farms, it now has many shops and services. It is very well located, only minutes from the ancient hilltop settlement of Coreglia Antelminelli, 15 minutes from Barga, half an hour from Lucca and about an hour from Pisa airport. The train station in Piano di Coreglia is on the main Lucca/Pisa airport to Aulla line. The coast (Viareggio) is 58km (1 hour) while the excellent ski resort of Abetone is only 45km (50 minutes), making this area idea for both summer and winter holidays.

Beautiful detached traditional stone farmhouse with outbuildings in a very sunny spot close to Chiozza village. Views over surrounding area and Apuan Alps. Close to “La Sponda” (“Riverbank”) stream, which can be heard flowing by. The farmhouse (180 sqm) is in very good structural condition and has central heating. The roof was renewed a few years ago and is well insulated. Built over 3 levels, it is laid out as follows- Ground floor – large reception with open fire (30 sqm), dining kitchen (26 sqm), small double bedroom (12 sqm), shower room Upper floor – hall/sitting room (14 sqm), 4 bedrooms (13 sqm, 12sqm, 11 sqm, 10 sqm), bathroom with window (4.5 sqm) Cellars – 15 sqm and 12 sqm. There are about 2.7ha (6 acres) of land surrounding the farmhouse, comprising mostly sloping chestnut woodland as well as a large terraced orchard and vineyard (both uncultivated for some time now). The outbuildings include a traditional stone chestnut barn, chicken coop, bread oven and another derelict barn A flat area of land with lovely views at the start of the property would be suitable for a swimming pool. A well stocked grocer, café/pizzeria and post office are less than a kilometre away, in the centre of Chiozza. Chiozza is a very pretty, friendly village in the Apennine mountains, about 10km from the well known market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana (which has a train station on the main Pisa – Lucca - Aulla line) and 75km (just over 1 ½ hours drive) to Pisa airport. The beautiful walled city of Lucca is about 60km away. A 10 minute drive takes you up to the small local ski resort at Passo delle Radici (9km) while the large resort of Abetone is about 40 minutes. The coast is about 1 hour away. Distances from Chiozza: Airport (Pisa) : 89km Beach (Forte dei Marmi) : 54km Ski (Abetone): 35km Lucca: 54km Castelnuovo di Garfagnana: 10km Supermarket (Pieve Fosciana): 7km

Partially restored stone built village house with parking. The property consists of: 1 Double Bedroom 2 Single Bedrooms Large Lounge/Kitchen Bathroom Garden Parking 80m2 + 80m2 Cellarage San Romano is a very friendly village. Its streets are cobbled with stones from the river and its original houses are made in hewn stone.  It has 3 cafés, 2 grocers shops,Pizzeria, chemist, bank , post-office, hairdresser, beauty salon, sports centre, swimming pool and  adventure centre.   Around the village are numerous trails that lead to other fantastic viewpoints. The Garfagnana countryside is quite stunning with hills, meadows, valleys, mountain streams and pools.    There is  a train station on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line in the nearby village of Villetta (5min drive) allowing easy journeys through the scenic Garfagnana valley to Lucca, Pisa and Florence.   The nearest large market town is Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is 15 minutes by car.  It has supermarkets, banks, garages and all manner of other shops and services.    Distances to other places of interest are - Skiing - Careggine (20 minutes).  The larger resort of Abetone is 53km/1hour away Barga (30 minutes)  Sandy beach (Forte dei Marmi) (1 hour – 55km)  Lucca (1 hour – 57km) Pisa airport (1 ½ hours – 80km)

Lovingly restored stone built village house with 2 bedrooms with large terrace, upstairs balcony, cellar and magnificent views in the beautiful historic village of Vibbiana. Fully modernised, including central heating. Excellent structural condition. About 60 sqm + 12 sqm terrace. Parking about 40m away. From the village lane, you enter the property through the gate into the west-facing terrace. The front door is at the far end of the terrace leads into a very bright and welcoming reception lounge with corner fireplace, south facing window and spiral staircase to the upper floor. Just off the reception lounge is a pretty kitchen. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms and a bathroom with small bath (currently situated off one of the bedrooms). French doors to a balcony with views directly across to the imposing and historical hilltop fort known as “Fortezza delle Verrucole”. The small village of Vibbiana (about 700 m asl) is situated very close to the well known Orecchiella National Park, well known for its uncrowded trails and byways from which visitors can enjoy the local wildlife and flora. These include royal eagles, royal owls, hawk, deer and the recently re-introduced rams and wolves. The village itself, which is famous locally for its cheese making, is a charming, typical small Tuscan hill village, with mediaeval origins.  Pizzeria 1 km The nearest large village, 2.5km away, is San Romano di Garfagnana (café, bank, restaurants, various shops, sports ground) while the market town of Piazza al Serchio is less than 5km away. Piazza al Serchio provides all day to day shopping and services as well as a weekly market, open air swimming pool and train station the main Pisa-Lucca-Aulla line. Vibbiana is about 1 ¼ hours from Lucca by car and just over 1 ½ hours from Pisa. Walking and cycling opportunities abound in the area. In addition, there is local skiing just over half and hour's drive away while the coast and the well equipped ski resort of Abetone are less than 1 ½ hour away by car. A 6 hole golf course is located about 10 minutes drive away. Distances Castelnuovo di Garfagnana - 15km Lucca - 59km Pisa Airport - 79km Firenze 134km

Reputedly founded by the Romans in 102 BC, Sillano (734m asl) is a peaceful and ancient mountain village, surrounded by woodland and mountains in the Orecchiella Park. The property for sale is a lovely upper villa (separate entrance) on the edge of the village, with large garden, stone built barn/chicken coop and beautiful far-reaching views of the surrounding mountains and villages. Built in the 1950s, it is accessed via remote control gates and driveway. It has its own entrance which leads to marble steps to the enormous, sunny hallway with pellet heater and arched door to external terrace. Lounge with additional pellet heater. Original tiles, lovely wooden doors and arched windows with spectacular views. 2 double bedrooms (one built in the turret). Kitchen with internal corridor to lounge. Bathroom with arched window. Excellent order throughout. Sillano has a number of good, well-stocked shops, including grocers, butcher, general store and chemist as well as a post office, library, bank, doctor's surgery, café and hotel/restaurant. The village has its own nursery and primary school, while secondary schooling is available in Piazza al Serchio, just 7km away. There is a tennis court and “bocce” (bowls) in the village. Both Sillano and the surrounding villages organise a number of festivals throughout the year. Piazza al Serchio (7km away) provides many shops and amenities, including an open-air swimming pool. It is on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla train line and is about 1.5 hours from Lucca and less than 2 hours to Pisa by car (and a bit less by train). The coast (Forte dei Marmi) and good skiing are just 66km away (in different directions, naturally!)

Nestling in woodland on the edge of the pretty mountain village of Poggio, large traditional paper mill, restructured to comprise six 2-bedrooms apartments (each 90 sqm) requiring completion + new building attached to paper mill + stone built water mill + original pigsty + large area of flat land bordering a trout-filled stream on the edge of the pretty mountain village of Poggio. The paper mill has been restored to a builder's finish (ie all the building work such as external and internal walls and roof has been completed) and is subdivided into six, 2-bedroom apartments that would be ideal for summer rentals. Attached to the paper mill is a newly built, 1 storey property, also finished to a “builder's finish” which could be used as living accommodation or a games room with changing facilities for the pool.< Although the vendor had envisaged converting the paper mill into four 2-bedroom apartments, it would be just as suitable for a B&B or small hotel. The water mill is in good structural condition with sturdy stone walls and traditional tiled roof. It is built over 3 levels with many original mill components still in place in the lowest (semi-interred) level. The two upper floors have independent entrances and are each about 56 sqm. Traditional open fire. It could be converted into a lovely detached family home. The pigsty could easily be converted to an outside oven and/or BBQ for making bread, pizzas and “al fresco” dining. Around the house there is a large area of flat land with covered parking area, lovely views and plenty of room for a swimming pool and tennis court. The house is only a short walk from from Poggio train station (poggio-careggine-vagli), which is on the main line from Pisa airport, is about 10 minutes walk (700m) The village of Poggio is about 10 minutes by car from the bustling market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, 1 hour from Lucca and 1.5 hours from Pisa airport. The sea and ski resort of Abetone are about 1 hour away, while the local ski slopes of Careggine are just 10 minutes drive

This enchanting, fully renovated village house (over 200 sqm) was formed from part of a medieval church, which is believed to date from the 1519, and first renovated in the 1700s. It sits on quiet one-way street in a residential area of the historic centre of Diecimo. The renovation has been very sympathetically carried out, taking account of the historic nature of the building and highlighting a wealth of original period features throughout the property. Amongst these are terracotta floor tiles (many of which are original), solid chestnut beams, marble fire surround, exposed stone walls, wooden furniture and what appears to be part of the church font. Telephone, computer and TV points have been installed. The roof is in good condition. Gas central heating, electrics and plumbing are brand new. The house is within easy walking distance of Diecimo’s shops (3 grocers, bakery, flower shop, hardware shop) and restaurants and less than 10 minutes walk from Diecimo trains station on the main Pisa/Lucca to Aulla line. Lucca is about a 20-minute drive away and the medieval town of Barga about 30 minutes. Pisa airport is about 25 miles away and can be reached in under an hour by car or train. Florence is 1 hour away and the ski resort of Abetone about 1.5 hours. Details Ground floor: Large open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen, French windows to the pretty garden. First floor: Living area/ hall, double bedrooms 1 and 2, shower room Second floor: Large attic bedroom with en-suite Taverna: Converted cellar area plumber for sink. Summer kitchen or possible 4th bedroom Garden: About 50 sqm with mountain views