Picture yourself on a sun-drenched terrace in the Lunigiana hills, the morning air carrying the scent of wild herbs and fresh espresso as church bells echo across the valley below. This is where your Tuscan story begins—in a carefully restored 180-square-meter stone house perched at the edge of an ancient hamlet, where medieval pathways wind between chestnut forests and the promise of coastal adventures lies just 35 minutes away. This is not just a vacation home in Fivizzano; it's your gateway to authentic Tuscan living, where every season unveils new layers of beauty and every visit creates memories that last generations. The property seamlessly marries centuries-old character with contemporary comfort, creating a holiday home that works as beautifully for weekend escapes as it does for extended summer sojourns or potential rental income. Step through the entrance and discover living spaces that tell stories. The heart of the home beats in the living room, where a working fireplace provides warmth during crisp autumn evenings and winter getaways. The connection to the dining room through an authentic Tuscan brick arch creates fluid entertaining spaces perfect for long dinners with family and friends. The kitchen becomes a stage for culinary adventures, equipped with marble worktops, a traditional stone sink that whispers of the building's history, and a modern central island where morning cappuccinos transition into evening aperitivos. Vaulted ceilings add architectural drama while keeping spaces naturally cool during summer months. The ground floor bathroom and cantina provide practical storage for provisions, wines, and seasonal equipment. Upstairs, three generous bedrooms offer flexible accommodation for families or guests. The master bedroom opens directly onto a spacious terrace where mountain views stretch to distant peaks—this becomes your outdoor living room from April through October, perfect for al fresco breakfasts, afternoon siestas, or stargazing over local wine. The second bathroom features modern fixtures while maintaining the home's character. A door from the upper level leads to the rear garden, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Outside, the property reveals its true vacation potential. The landscaped garden features multiple zones for different moments: a patio area with built-in barbecue and pergola for long lunches, manicured lawn space for children or pets, and a terraced fruit orchard climbing the hillside behind. Imagine harvesting your own figs, plums, and apples throughout the growing season. Parking sits conveniently in the lane below, and the house enjoys easy vehicular access—crucial for international owners arriving with luggage and provisions. The flexible heating system runs on either gas or pellets, giving you control over costs and environmental impact. Fivizzano, just 5 kilometers away, serves as your local hub and earns its nickname as the Florence of Lunigiana. This walled medieval town offers supermarkets for provisioning your holiday pantry, cafes where locals gather for morning rituals, and restaurants serving traditional tordelli, testaroli, and herb-filled torte. The town comes alive during summer with concerts filling the piazza, medieval parades in period costume, and the annual folk music festival drawing international performers. You'll find a hospital, banks, and all essential services here—practical for part-time residents. Living in Lunigiana means positioning yourself at the crossroads of multiple Italian regions. The Ligurian coast beckons 35 kilometers south, where the five villages of Cinque Terre cling to cliffsides above turquoise waters. Hike the Via dell'Amore between villages, catch ferries from Portovenere to island beaches, or claim your spot on the sand at Lerici and San Terenzo. These beaches become your summer playground, reachable for day trips or sunset swims. Inland adventures prove equally compelling. Lucca, 90 kilometers south, offers Renaissance architecture, antique markets, and the Summer Festival featuring world-class performers within intact 16th-century walls. Pietrasanta's marble studios continue traditions Michelangelo knew, while Florence's art treasures sit just over an hour away for cultural weekends. The Apuan Alps provide hiking trails that transition to ski slopes in winter months, creating year-round outdoor recreation. The Lunigiana valley itself rewards exploration with over 160 castles dotting the landscape, weekly markets in ancient village squares, and a festival calendar celebrating everything from mushrooms to chestnuts to local honey. Spring brings wildflower meadows and mild temperatures perfect for hiking. Summer offers long days for coastal adventures and evening sagre (food festivals) in hilltop villages. Autumn transforms forests into tapestries of gold and crimson while funghi porcini appear in local trattorias. Winter brings occasional snow to the mountains, cozy fireplace evenings, and the tranquility of off-season village life. This property presents solid investment fundamentals for international buyers seeking a Tuscan vacation home. The good condition means move-in readiness—arrive, unpack, and begin your holiday immediately. The 180-square-meter size accommodates families comfortably while remaining manageable for two owners. Three bedrooms create rental appeal for the growing vacation rental market; similar properties in Lunigiana generate seasonal income that offsets ownership costs. Pisa Airport sits 95 kilometers away (approximately 75 minutes), with Parma and Genoa airports offering alternative access points just over an hour distant. The A15 motorway at Aulla (20 kilometers) connects to Italy's autostrada network, while trains from Aulla station reach Florence, Pisa, and La Spezia. This accessibility proves crucial for vacation homeowners balancing Italian getaways with professional obligations elsewhere. Italy welcomes international property buyers, though engaging local legal representation ensures smooth transactions. Property taxes remain reasonable compared to northern European markets, and various ownership structures accommodate different tax situations. Local property management companies can oversee maintenance, manage rentals, and ensure your second home remains secure between visits. At €200,000, this restored stone house offers exceptional value in the Tuscan market. You're not buying just square meters and bathrooms—you're investing in a lifestyle where morning markets yield fresh porcini and San Marzano tomatoes, where neighbors become friends over shared harvests, where your children learn Italian phrases while playing in village streets, and where every visit reconnects you to rhythms that modern life often obscures. Key features include: Three bedrooms accommodating family and guests • Two bathrooms including modern fixtures • 180 square meters of living space across two levels • Restored stone construction with original character details • Working fireplace in living room • Tuscan brick arch connecting living and dining areas • Kitchen with marble worktops and vaulted ceiling • Spacious terrace with mountain views • Landscaped garden with barbecue area and pergola • Terraced fruit orchard • Ground floor cantina for storage • Flexible heating system (gas or pellet) • Easy car access with nearby parking • 5 kilometers from Fivizzano amenities • 35 kilometers from Ligurian beaches • Move-in ready condition This is your invitation to claim your corner of Tuscany, to write your family's Italian chapter in a region where authenticity hasn't yielded to tourism, where the cost of living allows you to truly enjoy ownership, and where each season offers new reasons to return. Contact Homestra today to schedule your viewing and take the first step toward your Tuscan vacation home reality.
