8 bedrooms house, 525 m²

Pescaglia, Lucca (province)

KEY FEATURES

• Fully renovated to a high standard 
• Tastefully furnished throughout 
• Original features include chestnut beams, stone fireplaces, terracotta floors
• Panoramic views from rooms
• TV connections, internet and wireless connectivity

PROPERTY LOCATION

The original property, built around 1594, occupies the highest point of the tiny medieval village of Celle dei Puccini, nestled against the sweeping hills of Lucca. From an elevation of 400 metres, panoramic views are a particular feature, providing glimpses of hidden valleys, tucked away villages and deep forests below. On a clear day one can see as far as the Roman city of Lucca. The village of Celle, with its ancient narrow streets, is celebrated as being the ancestral home of composer Giacomo Puccini. A museum in his name sits in the pretty cobbled town square close to a rustic restaurant and bar serving excellent home cooking. Generations of Celle families have cultivated the local land for centuries, and they continue to do so. The rich dark soil continues to produce an abundance of local wine, olive oil, porcini mushrooms and wonderful fresh vegetables and fruit. On a clear night the unpolluted sky comes alive with stars - a true astronomical experience.

THE ACCOMODATION

The property comprises 4 SEPARATE accommodation.  

La Rondine - 1 bedroom  80 sq m
Filomena     - 3 bedroom 172 sq m
Sinfonia       - 2 Bedroom 150 sq m
Belvedere    - 2 bedroo 123 sq m

The thick stone walls of its 16th century keeps the heat of the summer out and insulation from the cold of the winter. History tells us the original property was built firstly as a convent, and given its tranquil, Shangri-la like setting, it's not hard to image why.

For the last fifteen years the property has undergone a complete renovation; lovingly restored at no expense, under the guidance of a much-admired local architect. Working with the current owners, and with the full support of the village community, his design has embraced both the style of the past and the excellence of locally sourced materials. The project utilised the finest craftsmen.

The accomodation now boasts contemporary appliances, quality plumbing and modern electrics, while maintaining their traditional Tuscan charm. There is a fascinating mixture of high beamed ceilings, wrought iron metalwork, chestnut timbers and doors, stone fireplaces,  stone staircases and beautiful terracotta floors.
The accomodation is furnished to a high standard in keeping with the local taste.

There is a 55 sqm swimming pool (new liner 2023) which is set in its own grounds, commanding an unbroken and breath-taking panorama of the surrounding hills, this is indeed a special spot. 

This property provides the buyer with a wonderful life changing opportunity to enjoy Tuscany as it was meant to be. Far from the madding crowd, yet just a short distance from local shops and the grand old city of Lucca.

A place for families to use as a holiday home or as a long-term residence this property is unrivalled in the region. In addition, the property has a proven track record as a successful holiday rental property, with all the facilities for any purchaser to start immediately.

PROPOSED BUYER

Since 2007 this was one of  4 units that have been successfully rented during the summer months May – September to a variety of nationalities.  We have many guests who have returned year after year and we have watched their children grow into adults and in turn bring their children.

Celle dei Puccini has a very special place in our hearts and the people in the village are part of our family.    With this in mind, we are looking for a buyer who understands the importance of keeping the bond we have made with the village folk, hence the need for us to meet the prospective buyer in person and not through an agent.  

Investment companies, need not apply.

RECREATION NEARBY - culture, the beaches, ski-slopes and eating out.

There are miles of west facing, sandy beaches within easy reach from Celle (45 mins).
Viareggio, Lido di Camiore, Forte di Marmi are just a few of the many stretches of beaches that can be found, not forgetting the lovely beaches of Pisa. The celebrated ski resort of Abetone is just over an hour away by car. Nearby, just a short car ride away, there is much to see and many places to walk.

A variety of restaurants, serving delicious local Tuscan food, are close at hand while picnicking is dead-easy - it's a short walk from the terrace.

A railway station, ten minutes away in nearby Diecimo, has regular services to Lucca with connections to the glorious city of Florence, which can be reached in less than an hour and a half. Ancient Pisa with its modern international airport is less than an hours distance by car.

Activities for the more energetic and adventurous Horse-riding, paragliding, freshwater scuba diving, birdwatching, golf and cycling are available close by, -

Local shopping - Less than ten minutes away by car, is the village of Diecimo, where there is a wide selection of locally shops and supermarkets, including a Post office, two petrol stations, a hardware store, a chemist and a baker who bakes on the premises. There are two coffee shops serving fresh ground coffee, delicious cakes and freshly filled rolls, and a number of other businesses selling local produce and household goods

DISTANCES
- BY TRAIN

The nearest train station is 6.3 km (9 mins) where you can park for free and take the train to Lucca (19 mins - it is a rural train so stops at stations on the way). From Lucca you can take the train towards Pisa or Florence.

Diecimo to Lucca 19 mins
Diecimo to Pisa (direct 1 hr 7 mns) short walk to the Leaning tower
Diecimo to Viareggio (beach) 1 hr 14 mins - short walk to beach (6 mins)
Lucca to Pisa 30 mins
Lucca to Florence 1 Hr 19 mins
Lucca to Siena 2 hrs 25 mins (changing at Florence)

- BY CAR - from Celle

Pisa Airport - 55 mins
Lucca - 25 mins
Barga - 30 mins
Garfagnana Region - 30 mins
Beaches at Viareggio and Pisa - 45 mins
Torre di Lago - Giacomo Puccini open air opera house - 50 mins
Carrara for the Marble tours - 1hr 10 mins
Vinci - birth place of Leonardo - 1hr 10 min
Florence - 1hr 15mins. We recommend travelling by train (a doddle) as parking
can be tiresome in the City.
Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra- 2 hrs The Chianti area between Florence and Siena is one of the most beautiful in Italy
Cinqueterre - 2 hrs 30 mins

ACTIVITIES

Numerous places for walks, Close to the Alpi Apuane
Horseriding, - very local
Paragliding in Diecimo - very local
Adventure Park, tree climbing, and zip wires
Canyoning Park - very local - Fresh water scuba diving (one of the 4 top places in the world - as mentioned on a Place in the Sun), paddle boarding, (SUP boards) zip wires across the canyon, rafting
Cycling
Bird watching on the Lake of Massaciuccoli - the most important wetland breeding
location in Italy
Golf - Pisa, Castelfalfi
Skiing in Abetone - 1hr 5 mins