Restored 18th-century Tuscan estate near Florence with 12 guest apartments, 20 bedrooms, 22 bathrooms and 2,065 sqm of buildings. Set within 33.7 hectares of gardens, woodland and agricultural land, the property includes a 14 × 7 m swimming pool, private lake, event and tasting facilities, agricultural outbuildings and land designated for further tourism development.

Tuscan Estate for Sale Near Florence with Historic Villa and 12 Apartments

This Tuscan estate for sale near Florence sits in the Valdarno hills, in the municipality of Reggello, about 35 km from Florence. The 33.7-hectare (83.3-acre) property comprises a restored 18th-century villa, several guest accommodation buildings, agricultural outbuildings, a swimming pool, landscaped gardens, woodland and a private lake. The estate includes 2,065 sqm (22,219 sqft) of buildings, with 20 bedrooms and 22 bathrooms distributed across 12 residential apartments and associated accommodation and service areas.

Currently arranged for tourist accommodation, the property combines an established hospitality layout with substantial agricultural land and an area designated for further tourism development. Its location near the A1 motorway provides convenient access to Florence, Arezzo, the Chianti wine region and other destinations throughout Tuscany.

The estate is approached along a cypress-lined avenue and sits in a private, hilly setting surrounded by gardens, agricultural land, and woodland. The restored buildings retain traditional Tuscan architectural elements, including stone masonry, wooden ceiling beams, terracotta and ceramic flooring and wooden window frames.

The Restored 18th-Century Villa

The principal residence is an 18th-century Tuscan villa measuring 896 sqm (9,641 sqft), arranged over three floors with additional cellar and communal areas. The building has been restored and divided into eight independent residential apartments, totalling 16 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms.

Seven apartments have two or three bedrooms, while the eighth has one. Each unit includes its own kitchen and living or dining accommodation, making the villa suitable for guests seeking independent accommodation within a historic country estate.

The villa’s original stone and masonry construction has been preserved, together with traditional wooden roof structures and terracotta roof tiles. Interior finishes include terracotta and ceramic floors, wooden fixtures and stone staircases.

The eight apartments are arranged as follows.

Apartments 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 each contain a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Apartment 5 has a living room, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Apartment 7 comprises a dining room with kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Apartment 8 provides a living room, kitchen, one bedroom and one bathroom.

The division into separate apartments lets guests enjoy independent accommodation while sharing the estate’s gardens, swimming pool, and communal facilities.

Additional Guest Accommodation and Hospitality Buildings

In addition to the historic villa, the estate includes two more recently constructed residential buildings containing four further apartments and a dedicated tasting and event space.

Building A – Three Guest Apartments

This building measures 168 sqm (1,808 sqft) and contains three independent apartments, providing three bedrooms and four bathrooms.

Apartment 9 comprises a dining room with kitchen, one bedroom, a study and two bathrooms. Apartments 10 and 11 each contain a dining room with kitchen, one bedroom and one bathroom.

The building has a reinforced concrete structure and provides additional guest accommodation separate from the main villa.

Building B – Apartment and Event Space

Building B measures 197 sqm (2,120 sqft) and combines one residential apartment with an area intended for tastings and events.

Apartment 12 contains a dining room with a kitchen, one bedroom and one bathroom.

The adjoining hospitality area comprises an event hall, kitchen and two bathrooms, including one accessible bathroom suitable for wheelchair users.

This arrangement provides facilities for organised tastings, private gatherings and other hospitality activities, complementing the estate’s 12 residential apartments.

Agricultural Buildings, Garages and Storage

The estate includes several buildings used for agricultural activities, storage and vehicle accommodation.

Building C measures 169 sqm (1,818 sqft) and is arranged over two levels, including a partially underground floor. The ground floor contains six vehicle bays, while the lower level provides space for agricultural machinery and equipment.

Building D is a 75 sqm (807 sqft) cellar suitable for storage and agricultural use.

Building E measures 545 sqm (5,864 sqft) and is used for agricultural purposes. Its size provides substantial covered space for the estate’s land management and agricultural operations.

An additional 15 sqm (161 sqft) building stores swimming pool maintenance equipment.

Together, these structures provide the estate with extensive support facilities for its residential, tourism and agricultural activities.

Gardens, Swimming Pool, Private Lake and Land

The 33.7-hectare Tuscan country estate includes landscaped gardens, agricultural land, arable fields, woodland and a private lake.

The maintained garden and park area covers approximately 10,000 sqm (2.47 acres), with mature trees, open lawns, and established planting. The gardens surround the principal residential buildings and provide outdoor space for guests and residents.

The garden includes a swimming pool measuring 14 × 7 metres, positioned for convenient access from the guest accommodation.

The remaining land includes woodland and agricultural areas, separating it from neighbouring properties and allowing continued agricultural management.

A tree-lined avenue bordered by cypress trees leads directly to the estate buildings.

Tourism Development Potential

A key feature of this Tuscan hospitality estate for sale is its designated tourism development area.

Under the Operational Plan of the Municipality of Reggello, approximately 10,000 sqm of the property falls within an area designated for tourist activities in agricultural zones.

The planning designation allows for additional construction of up to 20% of the existing built-up area, equivalent to approximately 300 sqm of potential new buildings.

This provides an opportunity to expand the property’s hospitality facilities, subject to the applicable planning regulations, building permissions and any other necessary approvals.

For buyers looking to acquire a tourism property in Tuscany, the combination of 12 existing apartments, event and tasting facilities, agricultural buildings and designated development land provides several options for continued operation and future expansion.

Location – Reggello and the Valdarno Hills Near Florence

The estate is situated in the municipality of Reggello, within the Metropolitan City of Florence, in eastern Tuscany.

The location combines a rural hillside setting with access to essential services and major transport connections. Incisa in Val d’Arno is approximately 5 km away, while Reggello and Figline Valdarno are 6 km and 7 km away, respectively.

The nearby A1 motorway connects the Valdarno area with Florence, Arezzo, Bologna and Rome, making the estate accessible for international visitors and guests travelling throughout central Italy.

Florence is about 35 km away, a 40-minute drive. The city provides access to major museums, galleries, historic architecture, restaurants and shopping.

Greve in Chianti, approximately 35 km away, provides access to the Chianti wine-producing area. Arezzo is 65 km away, while Siena is approximately 85 km from the estate.

Other destinations within driving distance include San Gimignano, Cortona, Lucca, Pisa and Perugia.

Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport is about 50 km away, a 45-minute drive. Pisa International Airport is 115 km away, while Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 130 km from the property.

The location is particularly relevant to buyers seeking a tourist accommodation estate near Florence, with established accommodation, countryside surroundings and road connections to Tuscany’s principal visitor destinations.

Property Condition and Utilities

The estate’s residential buildings have been restored, with the principal historic villa retaining its traditional construction and interior materials.

Electricity, mains water and telephone services are connected. The property also has private wells, internet access and an LPG gas supply. Heating is provided by radiators.

Access to the estate is excellent, via the established tree-lined driveway.

Investment and Ownership Potential

This historic estate in Tuscany combines residential accommodation, hospitality facilities, agricultural buildings and extensive land within a single property.

The existing accommodation comprises 12 independent apartments, supported by an event and tasting hall, swimming pool, gardens and agricultural infrastructure.

The property would suit buyers seeking an established tourist accommodation business, a large multi-residence country estate, or a hospitality property with development potential.

Its proximity to Florence, the A1 motorway, and the Chianti area provides access to key tourist destinations while retaining the space and privacy of a substantial rural estate.

• TYPE: Tuscan estate with restored historic mansion villa and several guesthouses, agricultural outbuildings, pool, gardens and tourist development land
• CONDITION: Restored
• LOCATION: Hilly
• ACCESS: Excellent, tree-lined avenue
• MUNICIPALITY: Reggello – map 
• PROVINCE: Florence
• REGION: Tuscany
• INTERIORS: 2,065 square metres (22,219 square feet)
• TOTAL ROOMS: 45
• BEDROOMS: 20
• BATHROOMS: 22
• ANNEXES: Several buildings
• MAIN FEATURES: Wooden beams, terracotta and ceramic floors, wooden fixtures, stone walls, garden, pool, private lake
• EXTERIOR: 33.7 hectares (83.3 acres)
• GARDEN: Yes, well-maintained
• SWIMMING POOL: 14 × 7 m
• ELECTRICITY: Already connected
• WATER SUPPLY: Mains water + private wells
• TELEPHONE: Already connected
• INTERNET: Yes
• GAS: LPG
• ENERGY CERTIFICATE: G (EPgl, nren = XXX.XX kWh/m2year)
• HEATING SYSTEM: Radiators
• CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS Incisa in Val d’Arno (5 km; 10’), Reggello (6 km; 10’), Figline Valdarno (7 km; 15’), Leccio (8 km; 10’), Rignano sull’Arno (12 km; 20’), San Giovanni Valdarno (20 km; 25’), Pontassieve (25 km; 30’), Montevarchi (30 km; 35’), Greve in Chianti (35 km; 45’), Florence (35 km; 40’), Fiesole (40 km; 50’), Arezzo (65 km; 1h), San Gimignano (75 km; 1h 15’), Siena (85 km; 1h 20’), Cortona (95 km; 1h 30’), Lucca (105 km; 1h 30’), Pisa (115 km; 1h 35’), Volterra (110 km; 1h 45’), Bologna (130 km; 1h 40’), Perugia (140 km; 1h 50’), Assisi (155 km; 2h), Rome (270 km; 2h 50’)
• CLOSEST AIRPORTS Firenze A. Vespucci (50 km; 45’), Pisa G. Galilei (115 km; 1h 30’), Bologna G. Marconi (130 km; 1h 40’), Perugia San Francesco (140 km; 1h 50’), Roma Ciampino (270 km; 2h 50’), Roma Fiumicino (290 km; 3h)

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