Historic home for sale in Tuscany near Lucca. Restored 13th-century monastery with guesthouse, pool, woodland and event potential on 24.5 acres.
Historic Home for Sale in Tuscany – Restored 13th Century Monastery with Guesthouse, Pool and Woodland
This historic home for sale in Tuscany is a restored 13th-century monastery located in the hills of Garfagnana, within the province of Lucca. The property combines residential accommodation, hospitality potential and event space within approximately 966 sqm (10,394 sq ft) of interiors surrounded by nearly 10 hectares (24.5 acres) of woodland. Its layout, privacy and existing accommodation make it suitable as a private residence, wellness retreat, boutique hospitality business, corporate retreat venue, creative centre or multi-generational home.
Originally established as a hermitage by monks from the hermitage of Montesiepi, near Siena, the monastery remained active until the 15th century, when it evolved into an agricultural estate and eventually fell into disuse. The current owners carried out extensive restoration between 2011 and 2014, preserving original architectural elements including exposed stone walls, timber beams, former religious spaces and loggias, while integrating sustainability measures such as solar panels and wood-fuel heating systems.
The main monastery building extends to approximately 609 sqm and contains nine guest bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, alongside communal areas, including a large kitchen with dining space, reading areas, and the former church, now adapted into an event room suitable for gatherings, workshops, ceremonies, or conferences.
Separate accommodation is provided by a guesthouse measuring approximately 76 sqm with a kitchen, living space, bedrooms and bathroom facilities. An additional 87 sqm panoramic terrace area near the swimming pool offers potential for outdoor entertaining, wellness activities or events. Supporting buildings include an art studio/workshop and storage spaces.
The property is largely self-sufficient: a mountain spring provides an abundant supply of water all year round, more than enough to meet the property’s needs; similarly, the woods surrounding the buildings are used to produce firewood, which is then used to heat the property. In addition, there is a solar panel system for domestic hot water.
Outdoor areas include mature gardens, panoramic terraces and a secluded 10 × 5 metre infinity swimming pool overlooking the surrounding Garfagnana landscape. The woodland provides privacy, walking routes and a renewable fuel source for the property’s heating system.
The property is approximately 45 minutes from the historic centre of Lucca and within reach of the Tuscan coast, including Versilia and Forte dei Marmi. Essential services are available within two minutes, while airports in Pisa and Florence provide international connections.
For buyers seeking a historic home for sale, a restored Tuscan monastery, an Italian retreat property, an event venue in Tuscany, or a versatile property with hospitality potential, this estate offers a combination of historical significance, privacy, and multiple possible uses.
- TYPE: Historic home. Restored 13th-century monastery with guesthouse, gardens, pool, outbuildings and woodland
- CONDITION: Restored
- LOCATION: Hilly, very panoramic
- ACCESS: Unpaved road (250 m)
- MUNICIPALITY: Lucca
- PROVINCE: Lucca
- REGION: Tuscany
- INTERIORS: 966 square metres (10,394 square feet)
- TOTAL ROOMS: 24
- BEDROOMS: 10
- BATHROOMS: 11
- ANNEXES: Guesthouse, workshop, storages
- MAIN FEATURES: Stone and brick walls, wooden beams, parquet and stone flooring, former church, panoramic terrace, swimming pool, loggias, solar panels, natural spring, low environmental impact
- EXTERIOR: 9.9 hectares (24.5 acres)
- GARDEN: Yes, mature and well-maintained
- SWIMMING POOL: 10 × 5 m
- ELECTRICITY: Already connected
- WATER SUPPLY: Natural spring
- TELEPHONE: To be connected
- INTERNET: Yes
- FUEL: LPG + firewood
- ENERGY CERTIFICATE: C (EPgl, nren = 111.11 kWh/m2year)
- HEATING SYSTEM: Radiators
- CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS Closest services (1,5km; 2’), Barga (16km; 25’), Castelnuovo di Garfagnana (25km; 30’), Lucca (38km; 45’), Camaiore (39km; 1h 10’), Viareggio (43km; 1h 15’), Pisa (57km; 1h 15’), Montecatini Terme (63km; 1h 5’), Forte dei Marmi (74km; 1h 10’), Livorno (91km; 1h 30’), Volterra (106km; 2h), Florence (111km; 1h 50’)
- CLOSEST AIRPORTS Pisa G. Galilei (75km; 1h 15’), Firenze A. Vespucci (102km; 1h 30’), Bologna G. Marconi (184km; 2h 20’), Genova C. Colombo (204km; 2h 35’), Milano Linate (313km; 3h 30’), Milano Malpensa (363km; 4h 10’), Roma Ciampino (393km; 4h 20’), Roma Fiumicino (407km; 4h 20’)
FAQ
Is this historic monastery suitable as a hospitality or retreat business?
Yes. Existing guest accommodation, event areas, guesthouse and secluded surroundings may suit boutique hospitality, wellness retreats, workshops or private events, subject to local permissions.
How old is the property?
The monastery dates back to the 13th century and originally functioned as a hermitage.
What restoration work has been completed?
The estate underwent major restoration between 2011 and 2014, preserving historic architectural details while adding sustainable systems.
How private is the location?
The property is surrounded by approximately 24.5 acres of woodland, providing substantial privacy while remaining close to services.
How far is Lucca and Pisa Airport?
Lucca is around 45 minutes away by car, and Pisa International Airport is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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