Magnificent historical villa for sale in Florence

"The origins of this building date back as far as 1372. Originally named Villa de Bellosguardo the house was renamed after the Chinese Umbrella feature constructed in the 1800s. Energy classification and performance index: class G.

Still in need of restoration, this unique opportunity to purchase one of the great villas of Florence, will provide its new owner with a truly magnificent private home or a commercial venture.

In more recent times the villa has been used as a conference centre, offices and a venue for functions. The house sits in parkland rich with exotic trees, although in need of some attention. There is also c. 800 sqm of land given up to olive grove. The main house is characterised by large halls with barrel vaults and lunettes, coffered ceilings, frescos and partial terracotta floors. The buildings have been somewhat institutionalised in recent years and needs remodelling. There are extensive outdoor terraces and balconies, which in summer give a wonderful place to enjoy the far reaching panoramas of Florence below. The estate is completed with other smaller buildings such as a caretaker's lodge at the entrance gate, the belvedere, cavernous underground cellars, greenhouses and the lemon house.

To those who know Florence well, Bellosguardo is one of the most prestigious addresses, and this villa the best address of the hamlet. Perched on the hill overlooking Florence there is access from Porta Romana, Piazza Tasso and Ponte della Vittoria.

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Features

• 10 Bedrooms
• Outbuildings
• Period
• City
• Detached
• Restored
• Secondary Accommodation
• Terrace
• 2.47 Acres

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Property reference 207521_RSI102559. Details provided and maintained by KNIGHT FRANK, International Residential. Countrylife.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of these details.