Tuscany, Lunigiana, Aulla, Italy

Modern village house (326 sqm) in immaculate, move-in condition. Ideally situated in a peaceful village location, yet very easily accessible to the main town of Aulla.

The house is set in a tranquil village, on a 'no-through road'. It is approached through an electric gate, with private parking, into a wonderful, sunny courtyard with wide-open views over the rolling countryside. External stairs lead up from the courtyard to a full-width balcony, perfect for an aperitivo.

The main accommodation is entered from a portico into a welcoming large living room. A charming and fully equipped kitchen with fireplace, laundry room and bathroom complete the level. The condition is immaculate throughout. Upstairs are three bedrooms, bathroom and storage, with balconies on three sides.

Below the main accommodation - accessible via an internal staircase and also with an independent entrance from the courtyard - is a 'taverna' sitting room / living room / kitchen area, a pleasant and sociable space in which to relax and entertain. Also on this ground floor level are two bathrooms plus further rooms, which - subject to planing - offer potential to create an independent guest unit for family and friends, or for rental income.

Outside, the courtyard offers exceptional views, and is nicely finished with paving and planting. It is in a great private spot for barbecuing or just lazing in the sun. Little maintenance is required making the porperty a great option as a 'lock up and leave' holiday house or rental property.

Aulla is one the largest towns in Lunigiana; it has a good selection of shops, supermarkets, medical centre, public transport and links to the motorway. The historic town centre is the site of a marble fountain built in the year of Italian unity and the 16th century fortress called La Brunella is perched on a hill overlooking the town. The fortress now houses the Museum of Natural History of Lunigiana. Enjoy the colourful market hosted in the town centre every Saturday morning. Lunigiana is a magical part of Tuscany. The rolling landscape is liberally sprinkled with castles of Medici or Malaspina vintage and for lovers of the coast the sea is only half an hour away. Lunigiana is special and has been likened to a magical kingdom. The golden sandy beaches around Lerici and the pebble coves of the Cinque Terre are ideal for swimming and sailing. The area is criss-crossed with marked footpaths for walks to the hills and mountains. The airports of Pisa, Parma and Genova are all just over an hour away.

Distances: Aulla (motorway, station, supermarkets) 5 kms, Lerici (beaches) 25 kms, Cinque Terre 35 km, Lucca 80 kms, Pisa (airport) 90 km, Florence 150 kms.