The house is being restored by a Barga based architect, retaining the original features of chestnut beams, terracotta floor and ceiling tiles and traditional fireplaces, while introducing attractive modern shower rooms with stylish Italian fittings. The house has mains electricity, gas central heating and mains water supply and drainage. The kitchen layout will depend on which of the fit-out options is chosen. If a single family house is required, a large traditional family/living kitchen will be provided with terracotta floor tiles and a large canopied fireplace. If two apartments are required, each will be fitted with a compact mini kitchen within the family living/sitting room. The house is situated in an historic street leading from the main mediaeval city gate to the Duomo (cathedral) which crowns the city. There are many excellent restaurants within easy walking distance of the house. The Theatre, which is the venue for concerts, opera and plays is within 2 minutes walk. There is an excellent bus service from Lucca and Pisa, where the nearest airport is situated. There is a high level of demand for rental apartments from March to September, and particularly in the summer months when a number of music festival are held.

view east from via del pretorio : view towards Porta Reale : shady public park c 20m from the house

Prices are:

For a single family house on 3 levels with large sitting room, large family/living/kitchen, spacious master bedroom with en suite shower room, another 3 spacious double bedrooms, plus two bathrooms, utility room, wine cellar and garage: €380,000 (approx £260,000)

For two apartments, each with large sitting/living room (with compact mini kitchen), large master bedroom, double bedroom and shower room, utility/storage room. One apartment would have the option of an en suite from the master bedroom, and a garage: €370,000 (approx £250,000)

The property will be ready for occupancy in Spring 2008

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