11 bedrooms villa, 545 m²

Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Lucca (province)

Garfagnana

For sale in northern Tuscany this extraordinary 150-hectare estate offers a rare blend of historic prestige, hospitality infrastructure, and development potential.
At its center stands a magnificent 500-year-old villa built over Roman ruins by a distant Medici relative-set in Tuscany's cooler mountain climate and currently operating as a successful boutique hotel. The main residence spans three floors and features a breathtaking central hall with fourteen Pietra Serena columns across two levels, dual glass ceilings, and a suspended glass floor that floods the interiors with natural light throughout the day. Antique artworks and period furnishings enhance the property's authentic aristocratic character.
A restored 18th-century outbuilding now hosts six luxurious guest suites, each with a private entrance and en-suite bathroom, while the Lemon House-set beside the main pool-offers an additional guest suite with permission to expand below the existing floor.
In total, the estate comprises 11 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, two swimming pools, landscaped gardens, woodland, gated entrances, and extensive parking. Two further historic structures-one near the forest entrance and another below the main house-offer additional redevelopment opportunities, complemented by approved building rights for 2,000 sqmin the lower gardens.
The grounds include a formal Italian garden with twin fountains and water canals, sweeping lawns, ancient forests, and a mountain waterfall. A private spring supplies the estate with water directly from the surrounding peaks, reinforcing its self-sufficiency and long-term operational appeal.
Below the access road sits a large, fully equipped gym and medical center, while the main villa occupies a commanding and secluded hilltop position above the Torrite River-ensuring privacy while remaining accessible.
Just minutes from Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, and within reach of iconic destinations such as Cinque Terre, Pisa, Lucca, and Florence, the location combines wilderness, medieval charm, and international accessibility. The surrounding region-often called the "Switzerland of Tuscany"-is prized for its alpine landscapes, rivers, lakes, and forested roads.
A compelling opportunity for luxury hospitality investors, private estate seekers, or those envisioning an exclusive retreat in one of Tuscany's most unspoiled territories.