555 m² Villa Toscana

The original property, built around 1594, occupies the highest point of the tiny medieval village of Celle dei Puccini, nestled on the wide hills of Lucca. From an altitude of 400 meters it offers a panoramic view and lays beautifully between gardens and the charm of the historic centre. The village of Celle, with its ancient narrow streets, is celebrated as the ancestral home of the composer Giacomo Puccini. A museum named after him stands in the pretty cobbled town square next to a rustic restaurant and bar serving excellent home cooking. Generations of Celle families have been cultivating the local land for centuries, and continue to do so. The structure includes 4 independent lodgings, named as follows: La Rondine - 1 bedroom 80 sqm Filomena - 3 bedrooms 172 sqm Symphony - 2 bedrooms 150 sqm Belvedere - 2 bedrooms 123 sqm The thick 16th century stone walls keep the heat out during summer and insulate you from the cold of the winter. History tells us that the original property was built primarily as a nunnery, and given its peaceful and Shangri-la-like location, it's not hard to imagine why. For fifteen years the property has undergone a complete renovation; The accommodation now enjoys all contemporary appliances, quality plumbing and modern electrical installation whilst retaining their traditional Tuscan charm. There is a charming blend of high beamed ceilings, wrought iron metalwork, chestnut beams and doors, stone fireplaces, stone staircases and beautiful terracotta floors. The accommodation is furnished to a high standard in keeping with local taste. There is a 55sqm swimming pool (refurbished in 2023) which is set in its own little garden, commanding an uninterrupted panorama of the surrounding hills. This is a place for families to use as a holiday home or as a long-term residence. Furthermore, the property has a proven track record as a successful holiday rental property, with all facilities for any buyer to get started immediately.