Villa Colonne, just 40 min. from Forte dei Marmi, Italy

Welcome to the Villa Colonne, an authentic Tuscan masterpiece that embodies luxury, art and an outstanding view over the Tuscan countryside. Built in 1895 by Augusto Rey, an illustrious painter of the Macchiaiolo movement, this sumptuous residence is located in Crespina, a short distance from Pisa, Lucca and only 40 minutes from Forte dei Marmi.
The villa, immersed in 25 hectares of woods and surrounded by 1000 olive trees, is set on a beautiful hill with a panoramic view over a typical Tuscan valley, enriched by its small lakes. An authentic architectural work of art, the main residence is accompanied by three additional properties:
a cosy flat for the janitor, Villa Santernetti and Villa Torre Alta. These two, although in need of complete restoration, are a riot of frescoes signed by the famous painters Giovanni Battista Tempesti and the Roman Pietro della Valle.
At the entrance, the original painting by Augusto Rey welcomes guests to a residence that goes beyond the concept of a home, becoming an art gallery reflecting the spirit of the 19th century Macchiaioli movement. The ground floor reveals a gallery of almost 20 metres, a frescoed dining room, a kitchen in typical Tuscan style but with modern appliances and an extraordinary library.
The 'Sala delle Colonne', a large, fully glazed reception room with marble columns, offers a panoramic view of the Tuscan countryside and is the pièce-de-résistance of this villa. Elegantly decorated stairs lead to the basement, where a luxurious SPA area welcomes guests with a heated indoor pool, whirlpool, Finnish sauna and shower.
On the same floor, an automatic glass door leads to the 20x6.5-metre infinity pool, made of precious stone, with a view of the valley, whirlpool and outdoor shower. A large table next to the pool is ready for breakfast, dinner and aperitifs with friends and family.
The first floor houses a beautiful art gallery and bedrooms, including a master suite with en-suite bathroom, another finely furnished bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a guest room with en-suite bathroom. Additional living areas, a dressing room and a panoramic terrace complete this floor.
The second floor, with an impressive gallery staircase, features four spacious bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, and the painter's personal study, now converted into a cosy home cinema with a wall screen and state-of-the-art hi-tech system.
The terraced garden, with well-kept hedges, statues and columns, offers an elegant belvedere overlooking the Tuscan countryside. Surrounded by a park of 43,000 square metres, enriched with typical Italian ornamental flowers, Italian jasmine and lemon trees, the villa invites to walks on gravelled paths shaded by olive trees and the trees of the park.
This is a unique opportunity for those seeking a luxurious retreat in Tuscany, enhanced by the artistic legacy of Augusto Rey and the timeless beauty of the region. Contact me for a private viewing.