Tuscany, Florence, Montaione, Italy

Brief Description
Le Case di Casicello - Il Palazzo - Apartment 3 This beautiful apartment on the ground floor, with panoramic terrace and garden which both face stunning views, is part of an old historical Palace, restoration of which has almost been completed. The apartment is on one single floor and it comprises of: a living room with kitchenette with access on to the paved terrace outside, one useful and very accessible understair storage space, two bedrooms and one bathroom.
Location
Casicello is situated on the margins of the characteristic village of Iano, just 10km from San Gimignano and within 40 minutes drive from Pisa international airport and the coast. Palagio, 5 minutes by car, is the closest village with cafè and restaurants. The nicest original renovated farmhouses are in this area as well as the best restaurants such the popular Osteria San Vivaldo, a combination of cheerful and pleasant atmosphere with genuine food and good wine "della casa" Unique perfect location for real Tuscan countryside lovers! Distances: Pisa International Airport 57 km, Railway 11 km, Coast 58 km, City centre 2 km, Firenze 61 km, Siena 58 km, Lucca 61 km, Golf 9 km.
Description
A small and historical hamlet will shortly be returned to life. It is currently under renovation and it is composed of "Il Palazzo" and "Il Granaio", in total 10, from 1 to 4 bedroom apartments all with private garden, south facing and with a spectacular view on the hills and the green valleys. Il Palazzo is part of the old country building, "house" and work site of farmers in the 1800`s and early 1900`s, with annexes such as the Granary. Casicello is a small hamlet and belongs to the district of Iano, whose origins date back to the Etruscan period, V century B.C. The property opens onto a wide green area which will be completed by a communal swimming pool, solarium, garden and private parking area for the owners, all perfectly set in the natural and historical ambiance. Casicello is a peculiar location for being in the open country area, but not isolated. A small community of Italians lives there in the other refurbished houses. Palagio, the closest village with cafè and shops is only 5 minutes by car.
State of repair
History and elegance in Il Palazzo, country atmosphere in Il Granaio. Unique architectonical design and maximum use of the space. Big and bright living areas. Terracotta floors and terracotta ceiling tiles and wooden beams. Bathrooms are tiled using travertino marble stone and edging tiles in terracotta. Double glazed windows with internal wood shutters.
Utilities
Restaurants, bars, and other amenities are at easy reach in the centre of iano, at 5 min drive from the residential complex. Utilities: Individual meters for water, electricity and LPG gas supply. TV sat and proper plumbings and electrics to one day fit air conditioning units. Common areas: a large swimming pool and surrounding paved area, gardens, walkways and designated parking.
Land registry details
Each single unit will be registered at the Land Registration Office of the Comune di Montaione upon completion of the works, which is foreseen around end of summer 2010.
Ownership Details/Contractual Obligations
The owner is a Building Developer hence VAT varies from 4% for residents and 10% for non-residents on the purchase price.
Potential Land Use
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