Villa Lucques

Set in a panoramic position in the hills north of Lucca, this important historic property overlooks the Serchio Valley and enjoys sweeping views towards the city and the surrounding hills.

The estate, entirely enclosed by walls, comprises the main villa, a farmer’s house with a private chapel, a lemon house, a barn and several additional outbuildings, creating the atmosphere of a small private hamlet.

The Villa

The property has very ancient origins: its foundations date back to the 12th century, when the site was probably used as a lookout point over the valley. The present villa was rebuilt in the early 19th century and later renovated in 1836 as the owners’ main residence.

The main villa is arranged over three floors, with approximately 1,384 sqm of floor space, in addition to approximately 114 sqm of cellars on the basement level.

The interiors are spacious and retain the character of a historic residence. The internal layout also allows the building to be divided, if required, into several independent units, while maintaining access to the main reception rooms on each floor.

The Outbuildings

One of the most interesting features of the estate is the number of separate buildings included in the property.

The farmer’s house, measuring approximately 327 sqm in total, includes residential accommodation and a private chapel on the upper floor, while the ground floor contains agricultural rooms, cellars and service areas.

The estate also includes a lemon house of approximately 132 sqm, a two-storey barn of approximately 152 sqm, as well as a wash house, a traditional chestnut drying house, a hen house and several smaller service buildings.

The farmer’s house, lemon house and barn require renovation, offering interesting opportunities to restore and adapt these spaces to different uses, subject to current planning regulations and the necessary authorisations.

Garden and Outdoor Areas

The property includes approximately 7,000 sqm of land, arranged over different levels and featuring mature trees, ornamental and fruit plants, camellias, antique roses, wisteria, citrus trees and olive trees.

One of the most distinctive features is the small temple with its panoramic terrace, dating back to the early 19th century and enjoying beautiful views across the valley and surrounding hills.

The possibility of building a swimming pool in the lower garden has already been verified with the local Municipality.

Location and Potential

The property is located in the hills north of Lucca, above Ponte a Moriano, in a setting that combines privacy, panoramic views and convenient access to the city.

Thanks to its size and, in particular, the presence of numerous independent buildings, the estate is suitable both as a prestigious private residence and for a more extensive redevelopment project, subject to planning regulations and the necessary authorisations.

A further point of interest is that the villa is not subject to restrictions by the Italian Fine Arts and Heritage Authority.

**Asking price: Eu.2,700,000**