Stunning apartment with shared pool for sale in Orciatico, municipality of Lajatico, Province of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy.
This apartment is undoubtedly a real gem! It is part of an exclusive development of just 13 properties, offering designated parking within the complex and a sunbathing area with a large shared swimming pool.
More than just an apartment, this is truly a home, equipped with all modern comforts and recently refurbished with brand-new furniture, including the kitchen! The property spans two floors, ground and first. It features a small porch at the front and a lovely garden at the back. On the first floor, you’ll find two private outdoor spaces: two spacious terraces — one overlooking the rear garden and the other at the front, offering breathtaking panoramic views!
LOCATION
We are in the heart of the quaint village of Orciatico, just steps away from the bus stop, local bar, and grocery shop. The town centre of Lajatico is a 10-minute drive, and the historic centre of Volterra is only 20 minutes away by car. The coast is about an hour’s drive, and Pisa International Airport is approximately 45 minutes away. This location is ideal for those looking to explore Tuscany’s famous art cities while enjoying a peaceful setting, far from the traffic and hustle. Above all, it’s perfect for those seeking the peace and tranquillity of the countryside without feeling isolated, and with no unpaved roads to navigate.
Beautiful road in Orciatico
DISTANCES (IN KM)
Lajatico: 7
Volterra: 17
Pisa International Airport: 50
Lucca: 62
Siena: 75
Firenze Peretola Airport: 87
The Coast: 44
As we often say, it’s Tuscany, everything is pretty much within an hour drive!
THE APARTMENT
This stunning property spans two floors, ground and first, connected by an internal staircase. On the ground floor, there are two porches, one at the front and one at the back. The ground floor, aside from the bathroom and the under-stair storage, features an open-plan living and dining area with a fully fitted kitchen. The kitchen opens onto the charming rear garden—a true delight! The ground-floor bathroom is complete with a window, a shower, a WC, a sink, and a heated towel rail. There’s also a convenient under-stair storage area, perfect for keeping cleaning supplies like brooms, mops, and a vacuum cleaner. The entire ground floor is equipped with an air conditioning unit, located in the living room.
Apartment with shared pool for sale in Orciatico, Lajatico, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy – The ground floor
From the ground floor, we access the first floor via an internal staircase, which, like the rest of the house, is paved with genuine Tuscan terracotta from Impruneta, in the province of Florence. Upon reaching the first floor, we immediately notice the well-lit landing, thanks to a skylight, two bedrooms, each with its own private terrace, and a bathroom.
Both bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, and each has its own terrace, providing the perfect peaceful spot for some quiet reading or simply enjoying the beloved Italian pastime of ‘dolce far niente’—the sweetness of doing nothing!
Apartment with shared pool for sale in Orciatico, Lajatico, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy – One of the two bedrooms on the first floor
The first floor has also been completely renovated, featuring fresh, light, and airy spaces. The bathroom is equipped with a window, shower, WC, bidet, and heated towel rail.
THE ‘CANTINA‘ (PRIVATE LOCK-UP STORAGE ROOM)
Detached from the house but still within the property complex, and located near the parking area, you’ll find a ‘cantina‘ that is sold with this apartment! It’s a convenient lock-up storage room where you can store personal items, bicycles, BBQ equipment, deck chairs, garden umbrellas, and anything else that might be bulky and not frequently used.
THE SWIMMING POOL
The pool is large, featuring a Roman staircase on one side to facilitate easy access. This chlorine pool is lined with blue PVC, it is not heated but it is illuminated. The relaxation area around the pool is entirely paved with travertine marble and surrounded by low walls made of tuff blocks, a natural stone from the region. The entire area is fenced and equipped with a gate. Additionally, there is a shower, which it is always advisable to use before and after entering the water. As this is a communal area, there are specific rules regarding access, timings, and expected conduct.
Apartment with shared pool for sale in Orciatico Lajatico Pisa Tuscany Italy
Surrounding the pool, there is a meticulously maintained garden, complete with shrubs and trees. It’s a true haven of peace and tranquility where you can relax amid the scents of the Tuscan countryside, perhaps after returning from a visit to one of the many art cities in the region!
ACCESS
Access to the property is straightforward, and a 4×4 is not required. The roads leading to Orciatico, including the one that leads directly to the communal parking gate, are all paved.
PARKING AND STORAGE SPACE
The parking is communal, but each owner has an assigned spot under a canopy. It is fenced, has an access gate, and is lit with dusk-to-dawn lights. The maneuvering spaces are generous. From the parking area, you can access the cellar zone. Not all apartments have a private cellar, but this one does. There is also a communal cellar