Florence, Tuscany 50125

Historic Villa for sale in Florence Villa Giramonte, a historic residence dating back to 1400, is for sale on the hills of Florence. The property is located in a panoramic position and offers a view that embraces the city, the monuments and the surrounding landscape. Surrounded by a private park with centuries-old trees and well-kept gardens, it guarantees privacy and large outdoor spaces. Over the centuries, the villa has been home to prestigious families of Russian, German and American origin, who have safeguarded its historical value. In the 1920s, the architect Cecil Pinsent redesigned the gardens, enriching them with ponds, fountains, statues and terraces, and oversaw some interventions on the interiors. The property requires modernization work and, in some areas, more thorough restoration. The large spaces and the layout of the rooms allow it to be adapted to different needs, transforming it into an elegant residence with accommodation for staff and guests. The villa can be reached from two driveway entrances and has several pedestrian entrances along the perimeter walls. Internal spacesThe main residence is spread over three levels, in addition to a basement. Ground floor: entrance with main hall, triple living room with access to the garden, living room with fireplace, dining room with pantry, guest bathroom, kitchen with stairs leading to the cellars and an ancient kitchen with fireplace and wood-burning oven. First floor: three bedrooms, all with private bathroom, plus an additional bathroom for guests. The master wing includes a walk-in closet, a bathroom covered in pink marble, a corner bedroom with a panoramic terrace overlooking the garden and the Cathedral and a library with balcony. Second floor: three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a bedroom on the mezzanine with bathroom. Panoramic tower: room with seven windows and a view of Florence. Basement: ancient cistern and well, three cellars, two of which with vaulted ceilings. The interiors retain original details, wooden ceilings, stone fireplaces and large windows overlooking the garden. OutbuildingsCaretaker's house (390 m2): located at the entrance, it is spread over two floors with a living room, kitchen, study, four bedrooms and four bathrooms.Limonaia (120 m2): overlooking a rose garden, with the possibility of transforming it into a wellness area and hosting an indoor swimming pool.Gardener's house: with four rooms and an adjoining greenhouse.Tower in the woods: building hidden in the woods, with remains of period frescoes.Outdoor spaces and servicesThe park is home to centuries-old trees, cypresses, palms and Lebanese cedars, as well as nature trails. The Italian garden is well-kept and offers private spaces. There is also a tennis court in need of renovation. Location and connectionsThe villa is located a short distance from Piazzale Michelangelo and the International School of Florence. The location is quiet but close to the main services and the city center. Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, while Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is just over an hour away. Access to the A1 motorway is approximately 15 minutes away.