Apartment for sale in Firenze GALLUZZO

Prestigious villa located in a strategic position on a beautiful panoramic Florentine hill above Galluzzo, just 3 km away from the historical centre of Florence.

The available apartments are situated in Villa La Favorita: it was originally commissioned at the beginning of the 17th century by Bishop Francesco Giugni, whose family were the first residents. In 1942, the Sisters of the Franciscan Order came in to possession of the property that they then used as a nursing home. The Villa has an imposing 17th century façade and rectangular shape, arranged over three floors. The Giugni family crest in stone sits above the front entrance on via del Portico.

Recent restoration has maintained all the historical aspects whilst renovating all the various apartments and two-level properties in a fine and elegant manner.

First floor:
The apartment offers a total surface of 290 sq.mq /3,150 sq. ft. with spectacular panoramic terrace of 110 sq. m/1,200 sq. ft. Magnificent triple 80 sq.mt. living room with a beautiful coffered ceiling painted in white and gold and the walls frescoed in a typical 17th century Florentine style. This beautiful area was originally the Villa’s grand ballroom. The kitchen gives directly onto the terrace with adjacent dining room. The sleeping area offers three double bedrooms, a study or fourth bedroom and three bathrooms.
Private parking area for four cars.