Sesto Fiorentino, Tuscany 50019

Prestigious Medici villa with Italian garden on the hills of Florence with panoramic views. Description A cypress avenue leads to the majestic villa of the fourteenth century, of extraordinary historical, architectural and artistic interest, for a total of 1300 square meters. It has 9 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms in total, is spread over 3 levels and a convenient elevator connects each floor. From the Renaissance to the contemporary era, the residence was lived by historical and illustrious figures and celebrities. The Medici had the greatest impact, adorning the garden with statues and complex water features, commissioning the best painters and craftsmen of the time. Of the renowned Florentine family we still find the original coats of arms and names in various forms and in many points of the property. The large frescoed entrance leads to the annex on the left, while on the right is the large kitchen with access to the garden and the bedrooms. Continuing along the corridor you reach the incredible main hall with a very high vaulted ceiling and large fireplace, majestic reception rooms with coffered ceilings, a refined dining room and cozy kitchen as well as a laundry room and bathrooms. There is also a study and other rooms that are enchanting thanks to their timeless beauty. The most beautiful jewel set in the villa is the family chapel with vaulted ceiling and frescoed sacristy. In addition, a winter garden and a large independent studio with bathroom, kitchenette and open garden views. The upper floor houses the sleeping area with 5 bedrooms decorated with en suite bathrooms, including a master bedroom as well as a large loggia and an independent apartment for guests. The basement houses the ancient underground baths with their nymphaeum decorated with precious statues and fountains as well as the wellness area with sauna, Turkish bath, tub and jacuzzi. Outdoor The Medici villa is surrounded by its 1 hectare land with 8000 square meters of olive grove and 2000 square meters of splendid terraced Italian garden embellished with fountains, statues, flowering shrubs and terracotta decorations as well as an ancient tunnel carved out of stone. The faades are characterized by the imposing loggia with columns and panoramic terraces overlooking the majestic garden with an enchanting view of Florence. Finally, a typical lemon house that houses more than 30 lemon trees and a comfortable covered garage. Condition and finishes The beautifully maintained villa offers beautiful original period details and many of these, such as the frescoes, the beautiful coffered ceilings and the terracotta floors have been meticulously preserved. It represents a true testimony of history and is in fact protected by the Fine Arts. Potential uses The villa is a true dream home, with its tidy garden, perfectly preserved features and modern amenities. Location The villa is located a few kilometers from the historic center of the city of Florence, surrounded by the green of its hills.