Villa for sale in Casciana Terme Lari

Villa for sale in Casciana Terme Lari, Pisa. Historic 700 sqm estate with frescoes, 4,000 sqm park, olive grove, and period stone cellars. Ideal noble residence or luxury boutique hotel. General Description: In the heart of authentic Tuscany, set within an evocative hillside medieval village with a strong tourism appeal just thirty minutes from Pisa International Airport, we offer for sale a stately historic villa of timeless allure. The property, developed entirely from ground to roof across multiple noble floors, is defined by precious original fresco cycles and impeccably preserved architectural features. Primary access to the estate is provided by an independent gated driveway with a private automatic gate, opening onto an access road that leads to both the covered parking area and the lush rear park. The mansion is in sound overall structural condition, with recently renovated roofs and gutters, enjoying absolute tranquility and privacy while remaining just a short stroll from all shops, restaurants, and amenities of the village, as well as being close to the renowned thermal springs of the region. Interior Description: The interior spaces of the villa extend across a commercial surface of approximately 700 cadastral sqm, arranged harmoniously around an imposing central stone staircase connecting all noble floors. On the ground floor, the grand formal living area welcomes guests into spacious frescoed reception halls with ceilings adorned by soaring groin vaults, period terracotta tiling, and a monumental pietra serena stone fireplace; this level also houses a spacious eat-in professional kitchen and guest restrooms, with direct access to the level lawn garden and an ideal setup for a high-end restaurant or catering operation. The upper noble floors host expansive reception living rooms, eight light-filled bedrooms featuring classic exposed chestnut beams, rafters, and original terracotta ceiling tiles, along with three full bathrooms. The top floor features a scenic attic studio enhanced by wide windows overlooking the rolling Valdera hills and the medieval village silhouette. In the basement, accessible from both inside and outside, open magnificent period stone cellars with exposed brick arches and grottos, ideal for creating a private wine tasting room, a recreational tavern, or an exclusive indoor spa. Exterior Description: The villa is framed by an exclusive private park of approximately 4,000 sqm completely fenced, ensuring total seclusion and privacy. The outdoor grounds feature landscaped terraced gardens, flat courtyards paved in stone and terracotta ideal for summer lounges and al fresco dining, and an agricultural parcel cultivated with a productive olive grove of 70 mature trees in full harvest. The layout of the land allows for the installation of an in-ground panoramic swimming pool oriented towards Tuscan sunsets and the rolling hills of Pisa. Completing the outdoor amenities are a private garage for multiple vehicles and generous gravel driveways providing ample turning and parking spaces within the private gates. Main Features: Commercial living surface: approximately 700 sqm Private park and land area: approximately 4,000 sqm Property type: detached historic noble villa from ground to roof Total cadastral rooms: 15 rooms Bedrooms: 8 bedrooms Bathrooms: 3 full bathrooms Condition: good overall condition with recently inspected roof Architectural elements: historic frescoes, groin vaults, exposed wood beams, and terracotta tiles Historic dependencies: monumental underground stone cellars with arches and grottos Outdoor spaces: mature olive grove with 70 productive trees and landscaped park Access and parking: independent driveway entrance with private gate and private garage Heating system: independent hybrid setup with natural gas boiler and pellet stove Energy class: currently being certified Utility Details: The property is connected to municipal infrastructure systems. Domestic water is supplied by the municipal public water supply, complemented by dedicated water storage tanks for irrigation and garden care. The heating system features an efficient independent hybrid configuration combining a city mains natural gas boiler with pellet burner stoves, allowing zoned energy management. The electrical system is structured to handle commercial or high-capacity residential demands. The recent complete inspection of the roof tiles and downspouts guarantees water tightness for the entire building. Uses and Potential: With its impressive 700 sqm volume, richly preserved period frescoes, and private park with olive grove, this property offers outstanding versatility. It is well-suited as a prestigious single-family private manor or a multi-generational estate for those seeking exclusivity and heritage. Furthermore, its generous layout, dramatic vaulted underground wine cellars, and the ground floor setup for dining services enable an immediate conversion into a luxury boutique hotel, private wellness retreat, or high-profile venue for weddings and international corporate retreats in Tuscany. Local Real Estate Market: The hillside territory of Casciana Terme Lari exhibits a solid and dynamic real estate market, driven by its central position between Tuscan art capitals and the Tyrrhenian coast. Standard residential properties range between 1,150 euros/sqm and 1,450 euros/sqm, while period noble villas and historical estates featuring private grounds and authentic artistic finishes command higher values between 1,850 euros/sqm and 2,450 euros/sqm for well-preserved buildings. In the hospitality and vacation rental sector, historic luxury residences targeting international visitors achieve estimated gross annual rental yields between 6.8% and 8.4%, backed by the enduring appeal of neighboring thermal spas and Valdera cycling itineraries. Tourist and Historical Information: Casciana Terme Lari is one of the most culturally evocative destinations in the Pisa hills, blending medieval fortified heritage with thermal wellness traditions. The village of Lari overlooks the Valdera countryside from the summit of its rock, dominated by the Castello dei Vicari, an ancient fortress of Etruscan-Roman origins later converted into the seat of government and law courts by the Florentine Republic; the inner courtyard displays ninety-two glazed terracotta coats of arms sculpted by the Della Robbia workshop over four centuries. Along the medieval village lanes operate traditional artisanal workshops, including the famous Martelli family pasta factory, and each spring the village hosts the Cherry Festival of Lari, celebrating native cherry varieties cultivated for two centuries. A short distance away lies Casciana Terme, a spa town known since Roman antiquity and developed in the 12th century by Countess Matilde di Canossa: legend tells that the Countess discovered the therapeutic qualities of the warm Acqua Mathelda spring after her aging pet blackbird regained its vigor by bathing in the 36-degree Celsius mineral waters. The neoclassical Grand Ducal thermal complex, featuring its Gran Caffè and large open-air balneotherapy pools, attracts international travelers for wellness therapies. Cultural highlights in the area include the Baldinucci Civic Museum, the nearby Piaggio Museum in Pontedera celebrating the Vespa scooter, and the open-air contemporary art village of Peccioli. Culinary traditions feature fresh pasta with Tuscan meat sauces, Cinta Senese charcuterie, cave-aged pecorino cheeses, Colline Pisane PGI extra virgin olive oil, and Terre di Pisa DOC Sangiovese red wines. Distances: Castello dei Vicari of Lari: 2.5 km Casciana Terme Thermal Spa Complex: 4.0 km Historic Center and Artisanal Shops of Lari: 2.0 km Piaggio Museum and Vespa Archive in Pontedera: 14 km Peccioli Contemporary Art Center: 17 km Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico: 23 km Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport: 30 km Piazza dei Miracoli and Leaning Tower of Pisa: 33 km Tyrrhenian Coast and Beaches of Livorno and Castiglioncello: 36 km Historic Center of Florence: 74 km