Prestigious Period Estate On Florence's Hills

Nestled in the enchanting hilly setting on the outskirts of Florence, between Settignano and Rovezzano, this splendid residence covers a gross floor area of 260 sqm spread over two levels, offering three spacious bedrooms and three elegant bathrooms. The property forms part of the renowned monumental complex of Villa Loretino, set within a residential environment of exceptional privacy comprising a total of twelve residential units, where the tranquillity of the Florentine countryside blends with a strategic proximity to the city’s historic centre. The whole is surrounded by a sumptuous monumental park covering over two hectares for the exclusive use of residents, creating an oasis of peace of inestimable value for those seeking a residence of the highest prestige.

The interior spaces, skilfully distributed across the residence’s two levels, exude a solid, classical elegance defined by the use of fine materials crafted with a level of artisanal care that is difficult to replicate today. The living area derives its added value from the spacious and light-filled, spectacular reception rooms, ideal for entertaining guests in an atmosphere of understated grandeur and absolute comfort. The floors and decorative details feature an interplay of fine marbles in various types and shades, laid with millimetre precision to enhance the natural light of the rooms. Pietra serena, the undisputed symbol of Tuscan architectural tradition, defines the cornices and structural details, blending in perfect harmony with refined panelling, warm wood finishes and bespoke furnishings. The sleeping area, designed to ensure maximum privacy, features luxurious bedrooms, offering a structural framework of extraordinary quality ready to accommodate any contemporary aesthetic customisations.

Outdoor living finds its fullest expression in the extraordinary two-hectare park that surrounds the entire complex. It is a genuine, immaculately maintained botanical masterpiece, enriched by impeccable Italian-style gardens, tree-lined avenues, picturesque ornamental fountains, classical statues and romantic ponds that invite you to take rejuvenating strolls in absolute tranquillity. Rounding off the premium facilities of this magnificent property are a convenient private cellar situated on the service levels, ideal for storing fine wines, and a secure parking area that guarantees the constant availability of private parking spaces for every single unit.

Villa Loretino is an estate with a long and illustrious history, boasting origins of the utmost prestige. Once owned by the noble Stiozzi-Ridolfi dynasty, the villa was one of the first and most renowned agricultural outposts for the cultivation of the prized Aleatico grape variety and owes its name to the evocative chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Loreto, erected in 1640 in the historic style of the famous Holy House. The timeless charm of these surroundings and their spectacular gardens also captured the imagination of Gabriele D’Annunzio, who loved to stay at the nearby Villa La Capponcina, imbuing this setting with an unrivalled cultural and literary aura.