Country/farmhouse - For Sale - East of..

Characteristic Tuscan property set in a tranquil location, in the countryside just 15 minutes from Lucca.The buildings are in the typical stone and brick style of the 1800s.It might be possible to increase the actual volume of the buildings slightly, although this would need to be investigated by a geometra with the local Council.There is electricity at the property, although the communal water needs to be connected.Main building : 870 sqmMain building is in good structural condition, although it needs to be completely restored.On three floors - cellar, first floor and second floorThe house retains all the original Tuscan features such as exposed chestnut beams, cotto floors, \"pietra serena\" stairs and chestnut wooden doors.There is the original pizza/bread oven and an artesian well.Outbuilding: 135 sqmThis building was used for storage and is also in reasonable condition. It offers good potential as additional guest accommodation.Shed: 45 sqmThis is building was used for the farm equipment. It has a roof and brick columns.Outside space5,000 sqm of flat land, with rough grassThere is plenty of space for a pool, after obtaining the relevant permissions.AdvantagesThis property offers the possibility to run a luxury B & B or rental business in one of the most sought after area of Lucca.WeaknessesThis big property will be costly to renovate.End part of main house is close to a small road.Distances:12 km Lucca29 km Bagni di Lucca (thermal spa)35 km Pisa airport37 km Viareggio (beach)66 km Florence66 km Abetone (skiing)Please note that any utility services, heating system or appliances have not been tested and no warranty can be given or implied as to their working order.Energy classification: G Performance index: requested from vendor.Additional expenses:1) Agency charges amount to a minimum of € 1,500, otherwise up to 3% of purchase price 2) Investigation of existing ownership and boundaries of a property, normally carried out by a geometra, generally costs from € 750 plus, as a rule, 1% of the purchase price3) Notary fees are based on the declared value for tax purposes. There is no published tariff but experience points to about 3% on lower value properties, perhaps 2% on higher valuePlease note that all professional fees are subject to IVA (Italian purchase tax) 4) Land registry + Government taxes:a) 1st home, Italian resident: € 336 + 2% of declared valueb) 2nd home, or non-resident: 9% of declared valuec) agricultural land: 18% of declared valueDeclared values are determined by the notary at the time of the ‘rogito’ (final contract). Villatua recommends all prospective purchasers to seek advice on likely tax obligations, as individual circumstances may alter the amount significantly.Large country house near Lucca: Property for sale near Lucca