Unique Tuscan property for sale near Lucca, comprising a restored 16th-century Renaissance villa, historic farmhouse, additional residences, private chapel and orangery. The estate provides 3,442 m² of accommodation with 28 bedrooms and 22 bathrooms, surrounded by 10.8 hectares of landscaped parkland, olive groves and agricultural land. Currently used for events, this substantial historic estate offers opportunities for private residential or luxury hospitality use.

Unique Tuscan Property – Historic Luxury Villa and Farmhouse Estate near Lucca

This unique Tuscan property for sale just outside Lucca is a substantial historic estate comprising a restored 16th-century Renaissance villa, a 17th-century country residence, a historic farmhouse, additional residential buildings, a private chapel and an orangery. The estate comprises approximately 3,442 m² (37,036 sq ft) of buildings, with 65 rooms, 28 bedrooms, and 22 bathrooms, surrounded by 10.8 hectares (26.7 acres) of landscaped parkland, olive groves, agricultural land, and woodland.

Located just 4 km from the historic centre of Lucca, this luxury villa for sale in Tuscany combines significant architectural heritage with extensive residential accommodation. The principal villa currently serves as an events venue, while the additional residences offer considerable flexibility for private accommodation, guests, and hospitality activities. The property’s size and arrangement also make it suitable for consideration as a luxury boutique hotel or exclusive hospitality estate, subject to the necessary permissions.

The estate occupies an open, sunny position with excellent access from a paved municipal road. Shops, supermarkets, and everyday services are about 2 km away, while the A11 motorway provides convenient connections to Pisa, Florence, and the Tuscan coast.

The Renaissance Villa

The principal residence is an imposing Renaissance villa dating from the late 15th to early 16th century, extending to approximately 2,275 m² (24,479 sq ft) over five levels. The building contains 14 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, plus formal reception rooms, frescoed halls, a ballroom, a library, kitchens, historic cellars, and staff accommodation.

The basement contains the original cellars, a woodshed, ironing room, service kitchen and two independent apartments suitable for staff. Each apartment has a living area, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.

The ground floor includes a large reception room, library, frescoed arched loggia, kitchen, formal dining room, and three bedrooms with private bathrooms. The loggia provides an architectural connection between the interior reception spaces and the surrounding gardens.

The first floor contains a reception hall, ballroom, four sitting rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This level is particularly significant for its decorative interiors, with 17th-century frescoes covering the principal rooms.

The second floor includes a living room, a large kitchen for everyday dining, six bedrooms, and three bathrooms. The third floor consists of partially habitable attic spaces.

Throughout the villa, the restoration has preserved the building’s historic character, including original frescoes, painted ceilings and walls, marble and terracotta floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and decorative architectural details. Large windows provide natural light, while the formal rooms reflect the villa’s original status as an important aristocratic residence.

Historic Farmhouse and Additional Residences

The estate also includes a second historic residential complex covering about 1,000 m² (10,764 sq ft), comprising a 17th-century country residence and a group of restored rural buildings.

The principal building measures approximately 600 m² (6,458 sq ft) over three floors. Its traditional Tuscan architecture includes collonaded loggias, terraces and substantial interior spaces.

The ground floor contains a small private chapel and a recently renovated apartment. The upper floors accommodate two further spacious, independent apartments, providing separate living arrangements within the same historic building.

Adjoining the residence is a collection of restored agricultural buildings converted into residential accommodation. These include a historic Tuscan farmhouse, distinguished by the mullioned windows on its main façade. The farmhouse is the estate’s oldest building and represents an earlier phase of the property’s development.

Together, the additional residences provide accommodation that complements the main villa, making the estate suitable for an extended family, visiting guests or hospitality use. Across the entire property, there are 28 bedrooms and 22 bathrooms.

Private Chapel, Orangery and Historic Parkland

The grounds immediately surrounding the Renaissance villa extend to approximately 4.8 hectares (11.9 acres) of mature, well-maintained parkland. Established trees, lawns and shaded garden areas create a substantial private setting for the historic buildings.

Within the park, a separate aristocratic chapel of 63 m² (678 sq ft) stands a short distance from the main villa. An original orangery of 104 m² (1,119 sq ft) provides further space that could be adapted for leisure or reception use, subject to the appropriate approvals.

The formal gardens and parkland are particularly suitable for outdoor gatherings, ceremonies and events, complementing the villa’s existing use as an events venue.

Beyond the landscaped park, approximately 6 hectares (14.8 acres) of agricultural land lie in a gently hilly position. This includes olive trees, cultivated fields and woodland, extending the estate’s rural character beyond the immediate residential grounds.

The total landholding is approximately 10.8 hectares (26.7 acres), offering a combination of historic gardens, productive agricultural land and natural surroundings.

Location and Accessibility

This historic luxury estate sits just outside Lucca, one of Tuscany’s best-known historic cities, recognised for its Renaissance city walls, medieval streets, churches, and cultural heritage.

The centre of Lucca is about 4 km away, while supermarkets, shops, and other everyday services are within 2 km. The nearby A11 motorway provides convenient road access towards Pisa, Florence and the coast.

Pisa is about 17 km away, while the coastal destinations of Viareggio, Camaiore, Forte dei Marmi, and Pietrasanta are 29-36 km from the property. Florence is approximately 80 km away.

Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport is about 36 km away, a 30-minute drive. Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport is approximately 71 km away, with a driving time of around 50 minutes.

The location allows convenient access to Lucca’s cultural attractions, the beaches of Versilia, the Tuscan countryside and major international transport connections.

A Large Historic Estate with Multiple Uses

With 3,442 m² of accommodation spread across the Renaissance villa, historic farmhouse, and additional residences, this unique Tuscan property offers a scale and variety of buildings uncommon so close to Lucca.

With 28 bedrooms, 22 bathrooms, independent apartments, formal reception rooms, a ballroom, chapels, and extensive grounds, the estate can accommodate a range of residential and hospitality needs.

The property could serve as a substantial private Italian residence with separate accommodation for family and guests, continue its established events-related use, or be considered for conversion into a luxury boutique hotel or exclusive hospitality destination, subject to planning and licensing requirements.

Its restored historic buildings, original frescoes, extensive accommodation and 10.8 hectares of land make this a distinctive luxury estate for sale in Tuscany, within easy reach of Lucca, Pisa and the Tuscan coast.

• TYPE: Large historic 16th-century luxury villa with gardens
• CONDITION: Restored
• LOCATION: Open and sunny
• ACCESS: Excellent, paved road
• MUNICIPALITY: Lucca
• PROVINCE: Lucca
• REGION: Tuscany
• INTERIORS: 3,442 square metres (37,036 square feet)
• TOTAL ROOMS: 65
• BEDROOMS: 28
• BATHROOMS: 22
• ANNEXES: Farmhouse,chapel, orangery
• MAIN FEATURES: Renaissance villa, original frescoes, marble and terracotta floors, wooden beams, large windows, balcony, loggia with arches, manorial chapel, park
• EXTERIOR: 10.8 hectares (26.7 acres)
• GARDEN: Yes, mature and well-maintained
• SWIMMING POOL: No
• ELECTRICITY: Already connected
• WATER SUPPLY: Mains water
• TELEPHONE: Already connected
• ADSL: Yes
• GAS: Natural gas
• ENERGY CERTIFICATE: G (EPgl, nren = 230.96 kWh/m2year)
• HEATING SYSTEM: Radiators
• CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS Closest services (2km; 5’), historic city centre of Lucca (4km; 5’), Pisa (17km; 25’), Viareggio (29km; 25’), Camaiore (31km; 30’), Forte dei Marmi (35km; 30’), Pietrasanta (36km; 30’), San Miniato (46km; 50’), Livorno (49km; 45’), Volterra (71km; 1h 25’), San Gimignano (79km; 1h 40’), Firenze (80km; 1h 15’)
• CLOSEST AIRPORTS Pisa G. Galilei (36km; 30’), Firenze A. Vespucci (71km; 50’), Bologna G. Marconi (153km; 1h 50’), Genova C. Colombo (165km; 1h 50’), Roma Fiumicino (350km; 3h 40’), Roma Ciampino (363km; 4h)

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