Luxury Rural Estate With Olive Grove And Pool In Florence

Nestled in a hilly landscape of rare seclusion and panoramic charm in the Bagno a Ripoli area, just a short distance from the centre of Florence, this 800-sqm country estate comprises two historic buildings housing a total of seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms. The property is surrounded by a vast private park of 5.9 hectares, skilfully divided between a lush garden of 5,000 sqm, a productive olive grove of over three hectares and a picturesque centuries-old woodland, enhanced by a spectacular oval swimming pool and a private annexe. The entire complex, dating back to the 15th century, is imbued with the sophisticated aesthetic vision of Lietta Cavalli and her husband, leading figures in Florentine creativity who have infused the property with an eclectic character and a distinctive artistic personality. Today, this property complex presents itself as an extraordinary stately residence or as a potential investment for elite hospitality, offering ample space to be renovated and enhanced to the highest standards of international luxury.

The ancient stone farmhouse is set within a dense hillside woodland from which it overlooks the surrounding valley. The large oval-shaped swimming pool is nestled in a lush clearing and sheltered by centuries-old trees. The outdoor space is enhanced by a stunning loggia covered by a dense pergola of climbing plants, running parallel to a monumental wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. This structure, mirroring the lush outdoor vegetation, creates a striking visual effect and houses an outdoor dining area sheltered by stone walls and period planters, complemented by a barbecue area and an antique wood-fired oven.

The ground floor welcomes guests into a grand hall characterised by imposing cross-vaulted ceilings in light-coloured plaster and continuous stone flooring laid out in circular geometric patterns, enhanced by statues and arched openings. On the upper level lies the majestic main drawing room, characterised by walls in a deep Pompeian red, a coffered ceiling with imposing dark wooden beams and a monumental fireplace in carved pietra serena. This space houses works of art, classical busts and period paintings that help to lend the residence a timeless aristocratic charm.

The main kitchen features ribbed vaulted ceilings in shades of blue and boasts a monumental central island in steel and dark wood. Adjacent to the living area, a beautiful glass and wrought-iron lemon house serves as a conservatory, perfect for tending to exotic plants. The sleeping area comprises seven bedrooms, the highlight being the master suite situated in the medieval tower on the second floor. The property is complemented by a utility room and a dressing room with an en-suite bathroom near the swimming pool, as well as a convenient private car park for two vehicles.