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TUSCAN LUXURY
BEAUCHAMP ESTATES
A NOBLE 17TH-CENTURY LUCCA ESTATE
FEATURED PROPERTY
Boutique Real Estate Agency Opens
New Florence Branch Office
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Villa Orsetti. A Tuscan Paradise:
Luxury Estate in Lucca
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ITALIAN PROPERTY SELECTION
he Villa Orsetti Estate is an exclusive, private Tuscan residence.
Immersed in the beauty and serenity of the Tuscan landscape,
The Tuscan and Italian Property Selection
this expansive property features three historic villas and outbuildings,
private parking, an Italian-style garden, swimming pools and charming
FOCUS
footpaths into the nearby woods and olive groves. Its proximity to
Property Purchasing in Italy.
Is it the right time?
nearby cities and historic towns makes it an easy commute to any
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Tuscan Interior Design Secrets
major European capital from the Pisa airport.
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INTERNATIONAL
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Beauchamp Estates
BOUTIQUE REAL ESTATE CONSULTANCY AGENCY
FROM LONDON OPENS BRANCH IN FLORENCE:
BEAUCHAMP ESTATES ITALY
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he Beauchamp Estates Italy office is the latest addition to Beauchamp Estates Ltd, a leading boutique real
estate agency in London, boasting a portfolio of international offices that includes Cannes in the South of
France and Mykonos, Greece. The Italian office, based in Florence, is a natural progression for Beauchamp
Estates. It offers clients the opportunity to take advantage of an experienced property services team, operated by
expatriates who truly appreciate and understand why clients are interested in purchasing property in Tuscany and
Italy. The team will ensure that each client's experience is seamless and enjoyable.
Beauchamp Estates Ltd, founded by Penelope Court and Gary Hersham
in 1981, is a leading property service group with over 30 years' experience.
Specialising in prime central London real estate, selling and acquiring
luxury residential and commercial property in some of the most exclusive
areas including – Belgravia, Mayfair, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, South
Kensington and Chelsea, and Regents Park areas, Beauchamp Estates has sold
apartments and penthouses, as well as both newly built and period homes.
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Penelope Court, Head of Residential Sales at Beauchamp Estates London,
says, “In addition to our international collection of offices – London, Cannes
and Mykonos - Beauchamp Estates is delighted to have established an office
in Florence, selling and renting properties not only in this wonderful city but
in Tuscany, as well.”
Headed by Lynne Davie, the Florence team has a wealth of experience,
spanning 8 years of operation in the highly competitive market place of Tuscany
and Italy. As Lynne explains, “We have a solid, well-established network of
contacts and market knowledge which, combined with our expatriate staff,
enables us to provide our clients with complete real estate services…my team
and I are very excited about the opening in Florence and believe we will offer
something unique to local and international clients, providing a window of
opportunity to access properties in markets not only in the Tuscany region, but
other prime regions in Italy. The Beauchamp Estates network is a collaboration
between the four international offices.”
The Beauchamp Estates Italian team is highly experienced in all aspects of
selling and purchasing properties in Italy. We provide in-depth assistance to
our clients during the purchasing process, in addition to crucial before- and
after-care services, to ensure that clients are able to fulfill their expectations
when purchasing or selling a property. This makes Beauchamp Estates Italy
your one-stop connection in Tuscany, Italy, specialising in luxury property
sales and rentals and prestigious and exclusive property services.
To review the Beauchamp Estates portfolio of properties, visit www.
beauchamp.it or www.beauchamp.co.uk. For additional information,
please contact our Florence office at [email protected] or call (00) +39
3483157052.
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1. Penelope Court
2. Gary Hersham
3. Head office London
4. Lynne Davie and Jenny Schenker
at the Florence office
Featured Property 3
Italy Property Selection
Lucca - Tuscany
VILLA ORSETTI
A TUSCAN PARADISE: LUXURY ESTATE IN LUCCA
5 Main Buildings,
including 3 Villas
2 Swimming Pools
Private Park
The Villa Orsetti Estate is an exclusive Tuscan residence in Lucca,
comprised of three villas and adjoining outbuildings, dating from the
1400s to the 1700s. Set in a secluded park and surrounded by the
Tuscan countryside, including olive groves, woodlands, and natural
streams, the property is situated in the fertile hills of Lucca, where
some of Italy and Tuscany's best Extra Virgin Olive Oil is cultivated.
The estate extends over 55 hectares and is close to the Pisa International Airport, the famous Tuscan towns of Florence and Siena and
is less than 30 minutes away from the beautiful seaside resorts of
Pietrasanta and Forte dei Marmi.
The estate comprises three main villas.
The first villa, Villa Orsetti, is 1,200-square-metres, frescoed and dates from the early 1700s. It is situated inside a walled park, together
with a luxury farmhouse, a wine house that is yet to be restored, a
conservatory and the recently restored Orsetti family chapel.
Higher up on the hill, Villa Mommi boasts a commanding view of
the underlying Lucca landscape, stretching 20 km across the valley.
The 750-square-metre villa includes a farmhouse, garage and maid’s
home, plus several other houses in the woods, near the olive groves.
La Fattoria, which is part of the Villa Orsetti Estate, is an elegantly
restored 480-square-metre property, composed of 5 bathrooms, 6
bedrooms, a private swimming pool and gardens, and a beautiful
pergola, which faces the original 18th-century gates of the estate.
Italian-Style Garden
Large Olive Grove
Private Chapel
Price Upon Application
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Italy Property Selection
FOCUS
San Donato in Collina, Tuscany
PURCHASING PROPERTY
IN ITALY. IS IT THE BEST
TIME TO INVEST?
4 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms
+ 3 Reception rooms
+ Study + Office
by Tommaso Francalanci
Casa San Donato
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taly and particularly the Tuscan property market remains a prime
location for investors, despite the global financial crisis. Real estate
in Italy, and particularly in Tuscany, has not been affected much by
the crisis and the real estate market has recorded a strong increase in
the rental sector, implying that the vast majority of property prices have
remained stable.
Long distance relationships are difficult, however, and investing in
another country can result in a host of new problems that a client would
not usually encounter when investing at home. Below are some steps
to consider when starting your Italian property research from overseas.
Dr. Tommaso Francalanci, Director of Legal, Tax and Technical Affairs for International Clients from Commercialisti Consulting in Florence, specializes in offering legal and tax assistance to clients all over
the world.
This property is located in the hills
south-east of Florence, in San Donato in Collina, and offers the convenience of being just 18 km from
Florence.
Casa San Donato is located on a private, residential road, surrounded
by beautiful private walled gardens
extending over 2 hectares. It is set
Property 340 m2
Land – 2 hectares
Requested Price:
€ 1,800,000
in an idyllic, private setting with all
the characteristics of a traditional
Tuscan experience. The property extends over 340 square meters and
was carefully restored in 2010.
Cortona, Tuscany
One of the things that he stresses is the importance of doing your
groundwork: “While it is easy to purchase an Italian property, there are
many things to consider,” he says. “Going in blind can cost you in more
ways than you may be aware of, and therefore following professional
advice is a vital step and one of the first a client should take.”
With over 10 years of experience in the property fiscal and conveyancing sector, Tommaso suggests the following steps for clients interested in investing in property in Italy:
Appoint a local legal advisor to act on your behalf and ensure that the
property is up to legal standards and can support all conveyancing.
La Leopoldina
Understand your financial commitment, including all purchasing,
property taxes and registration fees. Always keep within your budget.
La Leopoldina is a beautiful managed estate, only a few kilometers
from Cortona.
Be aware of your legal obligations when entering into a purchase contract and as a homeowner in Italy.
Select the method of purchase based on your personal situation and
your future plans.
“Italy, and Tuscany as a region, is still one the strongest markets for
real estate investment as it is one of the most beautiful in the world,”
Tommaso concludes.
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CONSULTING
The estate is composed of a main
building, which dates back to the
18th century, and 3 single independent country houses with private
gardens, shared pool and communal green areas.
3 Bedrooms + 2
Bathrooms + Private
Garden + Swimming
Pool + Private Parking
+ Personal Entrance +
Electric Gates
Requested Price:
€ 450,000
La Leopoldina is a fantastic independent cottage, divided in 3 bedrooms,
2 bathrooms, living room with fireplace, fitted kitchen and a mature
private garden.
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Italy Property Selection
Arezzo, Tuscany
Borgo Le Vaglie
Luxury Tuscan Villas on a Private Estate
BESPOKE TRANSFORMATION OF TUSCAN FARMHOUSES TO LUXURY HOMES IN PRIVATE FARMING ESTATE
Borgo Le Vaglie is located in the heart of Tuscany,
near Arezzo. An ideal location, a short 15 km drive from the medieval city of Arezzo, it is accessible to the main airports of Florence and Pisa and
the major cultural centres of Tuscany, such as Florence and Siena.
Six luxury country villas, each with guest houses
and private swimming pools will be restored with
an authentic and traditional Tuscan aesthetic.
The interior and external spaces and finishings
will be carried out according to the specific requests of the client, guaranteeing that each
home is unique and highly personalized to each
owner's taste.
Requested price starting from € 1,760,000
Lake Como
Villa Lake Como
The property is an independent house, set directly on
the lake. Restoration of the home was completed in
2010, both internally and externally.
The house is set on 4 floors, with two entrances.
On the first floor there is a large double living room
with fireplace, a dining area and a beautiful fitted
kitchen, all facing the lake with french doors and providing magnificent views of the lake.
5 Bedrooms + 5 Bathrooms
+ 5 External Terraces +
4 Reception Rooms +
Private Access & Lake Dock
+ Gardens
Requested Price:
€ 4,500,000
LORE LIVING. Client Property After Care Services:
Our partners in Florence, Lore Living a multi-functioning service agency,
provide Beauchamp Estates clients consulting services for all their needs in
Tuscany and throughout Italy, ranging from Real Estate services, Renovation,
and Relocations to Concierge assistance.
Jenny or Lynne +(39) 0552654089 - [email protected]
Please visit the website for more information: www.loreliving.com
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Italy Property Selection
Florence
Umbria
3 Reception Rooms +
4 Bedrooms +
4 Bathrooms
Borgo Albizi
Terrace + Parking
This 220-square-meter apartment
is located in the heart of the historic
centre of Florence. The property is
in a beautifully restored historical
building, with a large entrance and
courtyard, as well as private parking
for two cars.
Located on the third floor, the appartment is serviced by an elevator.
The property has been completely
restored to a very high-standard. The
restorative effort paid great attention
to detail, while maintaining all of the
apartment's original features.
The property also boasts a unique
roof-top terrace, providing open,
panoramic views of the Reniassance
city.
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Villa San Martino
This is a truly special property, located in Umbria, on a seven acre peninsula on the shores of Lake Corbara. It
features a beautifully restored farmhouse which provides the perfect rustic setting to relish in the peaceful surroundings and boasts incredible views
of Lake Corbara and the surrounding
hills, covered in vineyards.
11 Bedrooms +
11 Bathrooms +
5 Reception Rooms
Swimming Pool, 20
meters + 2 Undeveloped
Properties Included
Requested Price:
€ 3,000,000
The property extends over a total of
700 squared-metres, and includes
an additional two properties that
require restoration for potential development.
Villa San Martino
THE "SECRETS" OF
TUSCAN INTERIORS
Unless you live in Tuscany, you will rarely get
to see authentic Tuscan interiors
by Simone Vannucchi
TUSCAN DECORATING SECRET #1:
TUSCAN DECORATING SECRET #2:
“Keep it simple, natural, and rustic,” says Simone.
Much of the Tuscan décor style reflects the Tuscan landscape and the origin of farmhouse properties and the surrounding countryside.
In the past, furniture was simple and so the Tuscan home should and can
reflect your own personal style: “I like to mix classic traditional furnishings
and interiors with modern touches. Of course, there are also large country
villas and castles in Tuscany, but even though they are more lavishly designed
and decorated, they too have a rustic feel - it is as if all of Tuscany was about
appreciating what the land provided for you.”
INTERIORS AND DESIGN
If you are after original Tuscan home decorating ideas, Simone Vannucchi,
owner of SVDecor Interiors, based in Florence, has 25 years’ experience of
design, interiors and furniture procurement. He uses the highest quality of
materials and a skilled team of Tuscan craftsmen. Here, he shares his best
secrets to achieving authentic Tuscan décor and interiors.
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“A lot of Tuscan decorating is done in white and warm neutrals. Traditional Tuscan colours can cover the whole spectrum from pale peachy cream
through burnt orange to reddish browns.”
TUSCAN DECORATING SECRET #3:
“The kitchen really is the heart of the Tuscan home. Take the time to cook
- and eat in your kitchen. As in the Tuscan kitchen, the same principles of
simplicity and top-quality apply to all aspects of Tuscan home décor,” says
Simone.
TUSCAN DECORATING SECRET #4:
“Mix chunky natural materials with colorful objects, against a mostly white
backdrop. Mix modern with classic pieces. Use upholstery in light neutrals or
solid colors, and add prints. Use natural - even roughly textured materials wherever you can. Have fun with the space and with colour.”
SVDecor offers professional Italian design and management services for
both internal and external spaces. Owner Simone Vannucchi is a Florentine
with a true passion and understanding of Tuscan craftsmanship, which, as he
says, is …“very much a dying art.”
International 7
Beauchamp Estates International Portfolio
London, SW3
Pond Place
A stylishly understated new-build
townhouse offering four en suite
bedrooms, secure off-street parking
and a passenger lift for the ultimate
in ease of use and flexibility. Chapman House is one of a collection of
three exceptional new townhouses
effortlessly balancing timeless elegance with cutting edge luxury. A rare
find in central London, this beautifully designed new build property is spacious, convenient and secure, tucked
London, SW1
Cinema + Kitchen + Reception
+ Dining Room + Master
Bedroom with Master
Bathroom + Three Further Ensuite Bedrooms
Secure Garage with Lift Access
Full Audio Visual Automation
Alarm: System, CCTV.
Freehold property
Requested Price:
£ 9,950,000
away from busy London life behind a
discreet facade. Created by exclusive
property developers, Morpheus London, the townhouse is offered on a
freehold basis.
This is a beautiful Belle Epoque Beaulieu, comprised of 5 bedrooms and an
independent apartment, just minutes
from the beach and the shops of Beaulieu sur Mer.
A renovated villa with stunning panoramic sea views.
The villa features 420-square-metres of
living space and is ideally situated just
a few minutes walk from the beaches
and restaurants of Beaulieu sur Mer.
This renovated property, which also
features 1200 square-metres of
grounds, enjoys stunning panoramic
sea views.
A contemporary style house with a
triple volume atrium, located in a
quiet London mews. Interior design
by Katharine Pooley.
The extensive interior design features
an inner atrium with a 10-metre internal water feature, a Zen garden,
air-conditioning and heated floors, a
media room, steam room, gym, study
and a garage.
Freehold property
Requested Price:
£ 8,250,000
Technology and security throughout
the home is piped through over 10
miles of cabling. Virtually every indulgence has been fulfilled to satisfy the
most discerning tastes.
Mykonos, Greece
South France
Beaulieu sur Mer
Grosvenor
Crescent Mews
Drawing Room + Sitting Room
+ Dining Area + Kitchen /
Bar Area + Master Bedroom
Suite + 2 Further En Suite
Bedrooms + Gym/Study
With + En Suite Shower +
Cloakroom + Atrium With
Sliding Glass Roof + Garage
Living area: 420 sq m
Land size: 1200 sq m
Bedrooms: 7
View: Panoramic Sea
Orientation: South
Requested Price:
€ 7,950,000
The interior, divided on three floors,
offers superb volumes with a total
of 5 bedrooms, with en suite bathrooms. It also features a large living
and dining room, a fully equipped
kitchen and another 2 bedrooms in
an independent apartment.
It also has a swimming pool and garage for 2 cars.
Super Paradise
A brand new seafront villa in “Super
Paradise” boasting far-reaching views
of the Aegean sea and the outlying islands of Paros and Naxos.
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 8
Requested Price:
€ 5,500,000
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