Tuscany, Arezzo, Foiano della Chiana, Italy

This detached Tuscan property offering absolute luxury is a beautifully-restored substantial family home located within a prestigious private estate called "Il Pino". Set on a small hillock, "Il Pino" consists of seven buildings, some of them dating back to the end of the 18th century, and is enclosed by 5 hectares of private land. Villa Il Pino is the largest single property within the estate and, being located on its western side, has the best views of the sunset and of the lovely Val di Chiana. Many beautiful Tuscan towns like Foiano, Lucignano, Castiglion Fiorentino and Cortona are nearby, as is the ancient Abbey of Farneta.

The home is arranged over two floors and additionally benefits from fine and extensive cellars. On the ground floor there is a bespoke, artisan-crafted solid wood kitchen and a large dining room with an antique fireplace. A elegant, arched French window leads on to the covered loggia which is perfect for al fresco dining. The spacious living room also features a lovely antique stone fireplace. A study /guest room with its own en-suite, a laundry room and a downstairs cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs, the four bedrooms, each uniquely furnished, are all en-suite and command views over the countryside.

The restoration throughout the property has used reclaimed materials and traditional construction techniques including handmade 'cotto' tiles for the floors, solid chestnut wooden beams, artisan made doors and windows, etc. But the estate has been renovated with modern facilities, all discreetly installed, such as underground electric cables and broadband internet connection.

In total, the house offers over 300 square meters of living space. The basement, with its external staircase of reclaimed bricks, adds another 200 square meters of space. There is underground parking for three cars along with a hobby/games room, a cellar, a large store room and a cloakroom.

The private gardens surrounding the property extend to some three quarters of an acre (3,000 sq.mt.) and include delightful mature fruit trees.

And additionally, Villa Il Pino benefits from being located within the small, privately-managed, exclusive Il Pino estate where the condominium and general maintenance services are managed by the team of experts who originally restored the estate. A typical cypress-lined private road leads up to the estate, where electronic gates ensure privacy. There is a large fenced shared swimming pool and lush communal green gardens.

Il Pino offers the opportunity to enjoy the very best of the lovely Tuscan countryside, the beautiful Tuscan towns, and the charm of the Italian way of life in complete peace and privacy, but with the security of like-minded neighbours and with committed professionals taking care of the day-to-day details of the property management.

Energy classification: G