Panoramica
Description
The house: occupying a panoramic position on the fringes of a charming hamlet, this substantial rustico offers breathtaking views across the Lucca plains. Every window serves as a frame for the emotive landscape beyond. Spanning approximately 450 square metres, the residence is detached on four sides, save for a small portion of the lateral façade which connects to the pedestrian path leading into the village centre.
The property is arranged over two storeys, in addition to a cellar. Currently, only one section is habitable; the remainder of the complex offers different states of repair, with some areas requiring modernisation and others necessitating full restoration.
The estate is complemented by an exclusive elevated courtyard, accessed via a driveway gate. This outdoor space is thoughtfully partitioned into a dedicated parking area, a private garden, and terraces bordered by traditional Lucchese stone walls. Given its significant potential, the building could comfortably accommodate multi-generational families wishing to reside under one roof, or alternatively, be transformed into a bespoke hospitality business. The location is particularly advantageous for tourism, bolstered by world-renowned events such as Lucca Comics & Games—Europe’s premier international festival dedicated to comics and gaming—which draws visitors from across the globe.
The Area: It is truly remarkable to discover such a sanctuary of profound peace and stillness just 15 minutes from the historic Walls of Lucca—one of Italy’s best-preserved Renaissance hearts. At the centre of this tranquil community stands a historic church, first documented in 1167 within the Archiepiscopal Archives of Lucca.
Inspired by the inscription at the entrance, “DOMUS DEI ET PORTA COELI” (House of God and Gate of Heaven), the small community of around one hundred residents has demonstrated an enduring devotion to this heritage site. Following its 19th-century expansion, the church underwent a complete renovation, which included the addition of two lateral chapels with altars dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary and Our Lady of the Snow.