Casa para comprar en Santa Croce sull'Arno, Toscana

Wonderful semi-detached house free on three sides of 260 square meters with exclusive courtyard, located in the lower Valdarno, an important manufacturing center that bases its economy on the processing and export of leather and hide. The characteristic features of this typically Tuscan-looking property are very particular and cared for down to the smallest detail, the villa is a residence of great charm. Location The villa is located in a strategic position to reach the sea and the beaches of Livorno in less than half an hour by car but also convenient for visiting the historic cities of Pisa and Florence and only ten minutes from the international airport of Pisa. All the services for daily life are a short distance away and can be reached on foot. Description The 260 sqm villa is served by two independent entrances, one facing the street with access from the private courtyard and the other, at the back of the building, with access from a secondary road with little traffic. Entering the ground floor from the armoured door you reach the large living area embellished by the ancient and functioning fireplace, the large eat-in kitchen and a service bathroom are always located on the ground floor; going up the staircase you reach the first floor where there is a double living area and a second perfectly equipped kitchen with a familiar and ancient taste, a bathroom is at the service of this floor. The cosy sleeping area has been created on the second and top floor - two large double bedrooms. in the basement, with direct access to the property, there is the garage that can comfortably accommodate two cars. State and finishes The house is in perfect condition, the floors are in ancient terracotta, the ceilings are also in terracotta and vaulted with ancient exposed beams. Two important fireplaces stand out in the living area embellished with walls with stone and plastered inserts. The internal staircase is made of stone and has been carefully restored. The heating is divided by floors, there are two air conditioners in the attic floor. The atmosphere is very pleasant and warm. Potential use The villa is perfect as a first residence near the sea but also as an investment to rent to tourists. it is also possible to divide it into two apartments easily and cheaply. There is also the possibility to buy the furnishings, at a total price for the whole property as today at 450,000.00 Euros.