Fivizzano, Lunigiana, Tuscany, Italy

A two-bedroom stone mountain retreat with garden, courtyard and woodland walks from the doorstep
Traditional stone fireplaces, chestnut beams and mountain views give Il Funghetto the character of an authentic Apennine retreat. Set among established chestnut woods, approximately five kilometres from Fivizzano, this two-bedroom house offers a base for walking holidays, weekends away and longer stays in northern Tuscany.
The property provides approximately 106 sq m of accommodation over two levels, together with around 90 sq m of garden and courtyard. Internal refurbishment is required, including a new electrical installation and the fitting of a new bathroom, giving buyers the opportunity to refresh the interiors while retaining their traditional character.
Walking trails begin at the doorstep, a mountain bar and restaurant is approximately 500 metres away, and skiing at Cerreto Laghi is around 20 kilometres from the property.
KEY FEATURES
* Two-bedroom stone house with mountain views
* Approximately 106 sq m of accommodation over two levels
* Around 90 sq m of combined garden and courtyard
* Chestnut beams, terracotta tiles and wooden floors
* Stone fireplaces and two cast-iron wood-burning stoves
* Internal refurbishment, plasterwork repairs and restyling required
* New electrical installation and new bathroom required
* Potential for on-site parking with a small retaining wall
* Walking trails from the doorstep; Fivizzano approximately 5 km away
* Feasibility studies and estimated refurbishment costs available at viewings
THE HOUSE
Il Funghetto retains the materials and atmosphere of a traditional mountain home. Handmade terracotta tiles, chestnut beams, wooden floors and stone fireplaces bring warmth and texture to the interiors, while the bedrooms look towards the surrounding woodland.
The accommodation includes an eat-in kitchen, a separate sitting room and two bedrooms, arranged across two levels. The layout provides a starting point for creating a comfortable holiday home, with separate spaces for cooking, relaxing and welcoming family or friends.
Two cast-iron wood-burning stoves are present. Their condition and associated flues should be checked before use.
REFURBISHMENT
Internal refurbishment is necessary, including repairs to the plasterwork, redecoration and restyling throughout. A new electrical installation is also required.
The property is sold without a bathroom. Purchasers must therefore include the fitting of a new bathroom, together with the associated plumbing, drainage, fixtures and finishes, in their refurbishment budget.
Feasibility studies, details of fees and estimated refurbishment costs are available through Pianta Immobiliare and will be provided during viewings.
GARDEN, COURTYARD AND ACCESS
Around 90 sq m of combined garden and courtyard provides space for outdoor dining, planting and relaxing in the mountain air. Improvements to the paving and arrangement could create an inviting outdoor extension to the house.
The property sits below the road connecting Tuscany with Emilia-Romagna. The existing approach is via stone steps down from road level.
There is also scope to create parking within the property through the construction of a small retaining wall, subject to technical assessment and any necessary permissions.
WALKING AND MOUNTAIN LIFE
Paths lead directly from the house into the surrounding countryside, making it easy to head out on foot. Chestnut woods and changing mountain scenery give the setting appeal across the seasons, from summer walks to autumn weekends and winter excursions.
A mountain bar and restaurant approximately 500 metres away offers a nearby option for coffee or a meal. Cerreto Laghi, around 20 kilometres away, provides skiing and further opportunities to explore the Apennines.
FIVIZZANO AND LUNIGIANA
Approximately five kilometres downhill, Fivizzano offers shops, cafés, restaurants, markets and everyday amenities. Its historic streets and Piazza Medicea provide a sociable contrast to the woodland setting, with festivals and cultural events throughout the year.
Beyond the town, Lunigiana offers castles, villages, wooded valleys and walking routes to discover.
Il Funghetto will appeal to buyers looking for a mountain pied-à-terre to refurbish in their own style: a stone house with traditional features, manageable outdoor space and countryside paths beginning at the door.