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Borgo di Rocca Casella - Ref: V1195

Location: Near Barga, with a view of the town

Price: € properties from 240,000, or fractions from €48,000
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Land: private gardens, terraces, shared grounds

Description: NEAR BARGA, LUCCA

BORGO DI ROCCA CASELLA

Are you looking for a fantastic unique investment in Tuscany, one of the most beautiful places in the world? Do you want breath-taking views, superbly designed luxury properties, terraces and gardens, infinity pools, hassle-free ownership with a management company to take care of maintenance and guests, a nearby historic village with amenities, a development which runs ecologically, with low emissions, low bills, famous towns and tourist attractions close by, in between the mountains and the sea, with a strong sense of community and the possibility to buy a share or a whole property, as you wish? Do you want to get there in less than an hour from one of the Italy’s major airports? Do you want high rental yield, guaranteed deposits, a 10 year structural guarantee for your property, a low-rate mortgage, a discount for buying off-plan?

If so, then invest in one of the best developments in one of the most beautiful places in the world and come home to a new way of life.

Location:

In a stunning hillside location 35 minutes north of Lucca, in the scenic Garfagnana area, with fantastic views of Barga, the Serchio valley and surrounding mountains.

The land is within walking distance of a characteristic village with castle, shop, bar, restaurant, bakery and post office, half an hour from the beautiful city of Lucca, an hour from Pisa airport, and 45 minutes to both the sea and the ski slopes.

►Excellent location in Tuscany, an hour from Pisa airport, close to famous
towns and cities, coast and ski resort
►Breathtaking scenery and views, including view of medieval Barga
►Easy access and not too high or isolated
►Close to amenities

In the valley below, about 3km away, are a wealth of shops, outlets, hypermarket, restaurants, garages, banks, pharmacy, bakery etc.

To do in the area –

Barga – medieval town
Bagni di Lucca – elegant spa town on river
Castelnuovo Garfagnana – medieval town with castle
Lucca – beautiful walled city, one of Tuscany’s main attractions
Pisa – the famous leaning tower, nearest international airport
Florence – one of the most beautiful cities in the world, has airport
Sea – down to the exclusive Versilia coast, up to the Marble mountains. Le Cinque Terre within easy reach.
Skiing – in the resort of Abetone, central Italy’s largest ski resort, just an hour away.
Grotta del Vento – underground caves open to the public with fascinating minerals, stalactites etc
Sports – horse riding, fishing, potholing, canoeing, tennis, mountain biking, hiking.
To do – the casino and thermal baths of Bagni di Lucca, local markets, slow food, mountain climbing, fossil hunting, lakes, medieval towns and villages, hiking, the art cities of Lucca, Pisa, Florence, the sea, skiing.

General Description of the development

Borgo di Rocca Casella offers a unique solution for buyers wanting a good investment, an idyllic location and views, ecological features, traditional design, a sense of community and good rental income. The ease of access to some of the world’s most famous towns and cities, steeped in art, history and culture and the stunning beauty of the Garfagnana landscape makes for a truly outstanding home. This exclusive development offers a limited number of select two to four bedroom apartments and villas. The Borgo has been carefully designed by a skilled architectural team and designers to the highest of specifications, employing the traditional Tuscan materials, but encompassing ecological aspects, using renewable energy, reclaimed materials, natural ochre colours, and salvaged feature details. The beautiful interiors combine traditional architecture with stylish contemporary living surrounded by gardens, terraces, swimming pools. The developers wish to make this borgo appeal to discerning buyers who want to make a unique investment in an established market, whether they wish to buy an entire property or to invest in a fraction of a property, the aim is to create a caring community which works for all its owners in every way. The Borgo is covered by a 10-year structural guarantee and comprehensive package covering on-site management and rental services.

Work began on this exciting development in summer 2010. The first properties will be completed by summer 2011 and the whole development will be finished by summer 2012.

The properties are available to buy now off-plan. All off-plan buyers will benefit from a 10% discount off the advertised prices.

The borgo consists of 5 detached villas with private pools; 4 attached villas and one detached villa with shared pool; 5 villa apartments with shared pool.

►Traditional design with modern/traditional interiors.
►Eco features and use of reclaimed materials and salvage
►Fully managed.
►Freehold whole properties for sale as well as freehold fractions, from €48,000.
►Deposits fully protected by bank guarantee
►All properties guaranteed for 10 years.
►Fantastic rental potential. For rental prices see website.

Encompassing quality constructions which all benefit from privacy, outdoor areas, with natural ochre colours, the significant use of salvaged materials and architectural features to give the new buildings a sense of beauty and history, ecological awareness and energy efficiency, and ease of purchase for through a full package of assistance.

The borgo will include both private and shared swimming pools. Private for 5 detached villas and shared for other properties.

Other recreational activities -
- relaxation/social areas
- barbecue area
- communal wood-burning oven (for pizza parties or bread-making)
- bocce area in the woods (bowls)
- volleyball area

The design of the project aims to make this the most attractive development available, by its strong concept, optimum location and attention to detail, both in the design and facilities. The design team have worked hard to create something different, unusual, which creates desire, and keeps ecological issues in mind.

Mortgages available (for whole property purchase, not fractional purchases) up to 70%, up to 30 years duration, typical rates - variable rate 2.1%, fixed rate 5.5%.

Eco aspects

Specifications:

Each unit will have eco certification and class A energy rating.

Each unit will have

For electricity: Photo-voltaic panels
For hot water/pool heating: solar panels
For heating: Geothermic system and under-floor heating

All excess energy generated can be resold to the national network, thus generating an income.

Swimming pools purified with ionisers
Water butts for garden irrigation

Foundations: reinforced concrete (the only possibility)
Insulation: natural – wool, cork, wood shavings
Structure: wooden structure, built locally (10km away). Earthquake-proof
Roof membrane: eco membrane
Roof tiles: reclaimed cotto tiles
Exteriors: lime plaster, coloured with natural pigments
Windows/doors: wood from a renewable source or reclaimed.
Beams: wood from a certified renewable source or reclaimed
Interior plaster: lime plaster
Paints: ecological natural paints
Flooring: living areas – cotto, if possible reclaimed
- sleeping areas – wood from renewable source or reclaimed
Sanitaryware: water-saving sanitaryware. Reclaimed elements such as stone sinks
Tiles: reclaimed or recycled where possible
Reclaimed features and decorative elements.

All properties will be earthquake-proof, and are guaranteed for 10 years.

Interior design
Beams painted white or in light colours
Cotto/wood flooring
Natural light colour schemes with as many natural materials and textures as possible
Although an eco house, more of a luxury/ designer Tuscan feel

All buyers can have substantial input in the design of their property so the finished product is as close to your tastes and as custom-made as possible

Purchase process

Whole freehold properties or freehold fractions (1/6) can be purchased.
(for details of fractions, see ‘Fractions’)

Mortgages available, see below.

Deposits: 15% deposit payable. 15% interim payment payable as each building reaches the roof. Balance on completion.
All deposits are protected by an insurance guarantee.

In addition to the purchase price, the following taxes and fees are payable:

- Notary fees – 1900 – 3000 Euros (at completion)
- VAT (instead of purchase tax) – 10% for non-residents, 4% for residents (on deposits, on balance)
- Compromesso registration fees – 168 Euros + 120 Euros + 45 Euros official stamps + 0.5% of deposit paid as tasso di registro ( + VAT (4% or 10%))
- N.B. No agency fees are payable.

Mortgages

up to 70% (for whole properties, not for fractional purchases) through broker Kiron who source the best rates available. Pre-qualification forms available on request.

Up to 30 years duration, typical rates - variable rate 2.1%, fixed rate 5.5%.

Ask us for details and an application form.

Fractional ownership

What is fractional ownership?
Fractional Ownership originated in the USA in the 1980s, particularly in areas of very high property values. Its success is based on the simple principle of friends and family pooling their resources for the purchase of luxury assets such as yachts, aircraft and holiday homes. Fractional Ownership has now developed into one of the fastest growing sectors of the global leisure and real estate market. Fractional Ownership is exactly what it says it is. A purchaser is actually buying a fraction or percentage of a property itself. At Borgo di Rocca Casella this will generally be fractions of 1/6 to allow enough time for each owner to spend at the property, but smaller fractions will be available on request.

Fractional ownership is NOT timeshare. Timeshare literally buys time, usually 1 -2 weeks a year and at no point do you actually own any part of the property.
Fractional Ownership has significant advantages over traditional second home ownership. A property of considerably higher value than the capital outlay required can be enjoyed. All the usual concerns of second home ownership in relation to maintenance and security are taken care of by a management company and all costs are shared. In addition the value of a fractional share will run in tandem with the usual property market and can be sold at any time.

The benefits of fractional ownership.
● More affordable way of owning a property abroad, especially if you only intend visiting a few weeks a year.
● You can own a share in a better property than buying a whole property for the same budget
● Share running costs.
● Long-term investment as you benefit from increases in the price of the property.
● Hassle-free
● Fully furnished, included in the price

Division of use
Purchasing 1/6 of a property, you will typically get to spend the time below staying at your home or letting friends and family use it.

10 days in high season (July, August)
2 weeks in mid season (May, June, September)
1 week in skiing season
1 week during Christmas, New Year, Easter, or half-term school holidays
2+ weeks during the rest of the year

A rota will be prepared each year for the following year, which will fairly divide the weeks, and requests will be taken into account if possible.
Many people who purchase a property abroad do not spend more than 8 weeks there and in this way can spend up to 8 weeks, but spend only 1/6 of the price.

Deposits from €7,200 (15%) All deposits are protected by guarantee.

Interim payment (15%) payable when roof is finished.
Balance on delivery of finished apartment

Fractions start from €48,000 for 1/6 ownership.

The following properties are available to purchase fractionally (1/6 but smaller fractions on request);

A1 – 2 bedroom apartment with shared roof terrace in tower, shared pool
and gardens (see description below)
1/6 fractions: €48,000
A2 – 3 bedroom apartment with shared roof terrace in tower, shared pool
and gardens
1/6 fractions: €51,500
F - 3 bedroom ground floor apartment with private garden and shared pool
1/6 fractions: €55,000
G - 3 bedroom 2 storey apartment with 3 bedrooms, private garden, shared
pool.
1/6 fractions: €71,000
I - 3 storey attached villa with 4 bedrooms, terrace, shared pool and gardens
1/6 fractions: €90,833
L – attached villa with 2 bedrooms, terrace, shared pool and gardens
1/6 fractions: €60,833
M - Detached villa with 3 bedrooms. Private gardens, shared pool
1/6 fractions: €108,000

Projected rental yields

5.75 - 10.15%

Request the e-brochure to see all projected rental prices and yields.

Management

The borgo will be fully managed by a local management company who will –

Maintain the communal areas and roads, paths (for which an annual condominium fee is payable)

And for individual properties

- Pay bills and annual taxes
- Maintain individual properties and pools

The management services will be tailored to match the client's specifications. Whether you choose to let the property or to use it for personal use, the management company can coordinate the services that best fit you and your property’s needs, including

* Cleaning services (changeovers, daily, weekly, monthly)
* Linen service
* Welcome pack arrangements, grocery/dietary shopping needs for the home and guests
* Meet and greet when letting for your guests upon arrival to the property
*Act as your primary contact for your property
* Handle property inspections on a regular basis when owner is not present
* Accompaniment to and from airport (Florence and Pisa only) and train station (Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Viareggio)
*Provide reliable and efficient Professionals (maids, nannies, chefs, tour guides, shuttle service, property supervision, personal shopper, etc…)

Furniture packages available:

Basic: IKEA, Mercatone Uno or similar
Mid-range: local department store
Luxury: local handmade furniture craftsmen with showrooms

Substantial discounts negotiated

Properties for sale

N.B. Prices include fitted kitchens and appliances
For plans see separate property details.

A. VILLA L'UCCELLIERA
5 two and three bedroom apartments with shared pool and gardens, communal roof terrace in the tower.

A1:
First floor
94 square metres + communal areas
(stairs and tower) 88.04 squ. metres
living /dining room
kitchenette
2 double bedrooms
bathroom
wc
storeroom
cellar
parking space
shared pool and garden
shared roof terrace in tower
€240,000

A2:
First floor
99 square metres + communal areas (stairs and tower) 88.04 squ. metres
living /dining room
kitchenette
2 double bedrooms
further bedroom/study
2 bathrooms
cellar
parking space
shared pool and garden
shared roof terrace in tower
€259,000

A3:
Second floor
94 square metres + communal areas (stairs and tower) 88.04 squ. metres
living /dining room
kitchenette
2 double bedrooms
bathroom
wc
storeroom
cellar
parking space
shared pool and garden
shared roof terrace in tower
€240,000

A4:
Second floor
99 square metres + communal areas (stairs and tower) 88.04 squ. metres
living /dining room
kitchenette
2 double bedrooms
further bedroom/study
2 bathrooms
cellar
parking space
shared pool and garden
shared roof terrace in tower
€259,000

A5:
Ground floor
94 square metres + communal areas (stairs and tower) 88.04 squ. metres
living /dining room
kitchenette
2 double bedrooms
bathroom
wc
storeroom
cellar
parking space
shared pool and garden
shared roof terrace in tower
€240,000

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B. IL FIENILE

Detached 4 bedroom villa with private swimming pool and garden
156.6 square metres + 69.91 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Ground floor
kitchen
living/dining room
bedroom
bathroom
storeroom
covered veranda
boiler room (separate entrance)

First floor
3 bedrooms
bathroom
terrace

private garden
private swimming pool
parking space
€645,000
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C. IL CONTADINO
Detached 4 bedroom villa with private swimming pool and garden
154.24 square metres + 69.91 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Ground floor
living room
kitchen diner
2 bedrooms
bathroom
storeroom
veranda

First floor
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
terrace

private garden
private swimming pool
parking space
€645,000
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D. IL FRANTOIO
Detached 3 bedroom villa with private swimming pool and garden.
153.93 square metres + 25.47 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Ground floor
living room
dining room/kitchen
bedroom
bathroom
storeroom
pergola

First floor
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
large panoramic terrace

private garden
private swimming pool
parking space
€625,000
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E. LA LIMONAIA
Detached 4 bedroom villa with private swimming pool and garden.
173.61 square metres + 15.05 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Ground floor
living room
dining room/kitchen
bathroom
bedroom
Pergola

First floor
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
panoramic terrace
private garden
private swimming pool
parking space
€659,000
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F. IL SECCATOIO + G. IL METATO
Two 3 bedroom attached properties with shared swimming pool and gardens.
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F. IL SECCATOIO
97.89 square metres + private garden

Ground floor
open-plan living room/kitchen diner
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
private garden

shared swimming pool
parking space
€280,000

G. IL METATO
137.92 square metres + 46.53 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden

Ground floor
2 bedrooms
bathroom

First floor
open-plan living room/ kitchen diner
bedroom
bathroom
2 terraces
private garden

shared swimming pool
parking space
€375,000
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H. LA CANTINA
Detached 3 bedroom villa, with private swimming pool and garden.
180.03 square metres + 33.82 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Basement
cellar

Ground floor
kitchen diner
living room
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
terrace

First floor
bedroom
bathroom

private garden
private swimming pool
parking space
€625,000
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I. IL GRANAIO and LA STALLA
Two attached villas with shared swimming pool and gardens.

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I. IL GRANAIO

Semi-detached 3 storey house with 4 bedrooms, 2 terraces, shared gardens
144.96 square metres + 37.62 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden

Ground floor
open-plan kitchen diner/living room.
antebathroom
bathroom
pergola

First floor
2 bedrooms
bathroom
terrace

Second floor
2 bedrooms
bathroom
Shared pool and gardens
parking space
€495,000
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L. LA STALLA
Semi-detached 2 storey house with 2 bedrooms, shared gardens
96.60 square metres + 29.48 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden

Ground floor
open-plan kitchen diner/living room.
antebathroom
bathroom
pergola

First floor
2 bedrooms
bathroom
Terrace

Shared pool and gardens
parking space
€315,000

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M. IL MULINO
Detached 3 bedroom villa with shared swimming pool and garden
144.02 square metres + 58.96 square metres of terrace/veranda + private garden
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Ground floor
living room
kitchen diner
bathroom
2 loggias

First floor
3 bedrooms
bathroom
2 terraces

Shared pool and gardens
parking space
€598,000

Please request brochure and individual property details for plans and elevations.

Please note, the information above relating to free cars, mortgages, rental yields and furniture packages does not apply to fractional purchases, only to entire property purchases.

Fractional property prices include furniture.


Contact and viewing

For further information about this exciting development, please contact the agent

Karen Roos
Casa Tuscany Ltd
info@casatuscany.com
Tel 01223 360523 from the UK, 0044 1223 360523 from outside the UK.


Disclaimer
The details above are accurate at the time of writing but may be subject to change. All aspects become legally-binding only when a contract is signed.


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