Villa for sale in Frazione Uliveta, Vicchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

In the heart of Mugello, the magnificent Borgo dating back to 1200 is situated on a hill in the municipality of Vicchio, only 30 km from the centre of Florence.
The property extends over an area of about 5 hectares sloping from the top of the hill to the stream flowing downstream. The main complex, divided cadastrically into four units, has a surface area of 1200 square metres. The property includes other rural buildings for approximately 500 sqm, annexes, warehouses for a further 500 sqm and a small church.
The central layout of the property dates back to 1200.
In all likelihood, the complex of buildings served as a resting place for horses and wayfarers and at the same time acted as a lookout point. The crenellations of the tower are still recognisable, and from the tower, now used as a reading room, one can enjoy a 360° view and dominate the entire valley. From the Art Nouveau period are the fine stained glass windows signed by Chini. The old tennis court, equipped with lighting for playing at night, is just waiting to be refurbished to host the challenges of the hosts and their guests. A part of the villa is dedicated to conviviality, including a large oven for embers and roasters with adjacent wood-burning oven, a large living room with fireplace, an industrial kitchen and a bathroom.