Tuscany, Florence, Florence, Italy

"La Limonaia" – Timeless elegance in the heart of Tuscany Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, La Limonaia is a truly unique residence, set within a historic and exclusive estate. Situated just 3 km from the medieval town of Castiglion Fiorentino, which offers a wide range of shops, amenities and a railway station with excellent connections to Italy’s major cities, the property was once part of a noble estate belonging to one of the region’s most illustrious baronial families, whose documented origins date back to the 1400s. The location is strategic: 15 km from Cortona, 25 km from Arezzo, 70 km from Siena, 90 km from Perugia (San Francesco d’Assisi Airport), 110 km from Florence (Amerigo Vespucci Airport) and 200 km from Rome (Fiumicino Airport). Less than 1.5 km from Castiglion Fiorentino railway station, with direct connections to Florence, Rome and Arezzo. The property: ‘La Limonaia’ is a charming detached villa dating from 1850, meticulously restored and modernised in 1993. It is characterised by a unique blend of refined architectural details and classic Tuscan style, combining charm with modern comfort. Layout: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Outdoor areas: panoramic entrance, private parking, ornamental gardens and over 4 hectares of olive groves, woodland and open fields Architectural features: original columns, Gothic windows and a working fountain Relaxation areas: a secluded stone terrace in a sunny spot beneath the trees, perfect as a ‘martini bar’, and a picturesque 600-metre footpath Interior features The interiors are refined and welcoming: An elegant living room with cathedral-style ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace and double glass doors opening onto the private gardens; a kitchen and dining area with direct access to an outdoor patio Traditional Tuscan terracotta flooring and fine wood parquet Upstairs: a guest bedroom with views of the gardens and woodland, a stylish bathroom with a shower, an internal balcony and a private study