A splendid historic villa in the heart of the ancient castle of Forcoli, in a panoramic position overlooking the Era valley, within a complex that still preserves architectural elements dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries.

Access to the property is through a majestic arched bridge, framed by twin towers on five levels.

The villa, on three levels, has a longitudinal plan with two side wings facing a large square raised by an embankment. Beneath this are large cellars with cross vaults, while the distinctive element of the main façade is an imposing projecting portico supported by columns, culminating in a terrace overlooking the landscape.
Under the large panoramic terrace are the old granaries, also distributed over two floors with cross vaults, where the first drying of grain used to take place.

At the rear, a walkway connects the villa to a building of rural origin, once the site of the farm and now used as a residence. Inside, on the ground floor, there is a small private theatre in 18th-century style, with stalls punctuated by Tuscan columns, a gallery with a wooden parapet, floral frescoes and a painted scenography depicting a garden.

On the piano nobile, once occupied by large halls facing the main façade, there are now smaller subdivided rooms, many of which are decorated with frescoes with bucolic themes, painted architecture and ornamental motifs. In two rooms, valuable frescoes with mythological figures in illusionistic niches have been recovered.

Historic rooms used by servants, such as the old kitchen on the first mezzanine, and a second small semi-circular theatre, a rare example of 18th-century private theatre architecture, complete the property.

In the heart of the Pisan hills, Forcoli is a quiet and well-served location, immersed in nature but convenient to the main services. Just a few minutes from Pontedera and easily connected to the main communication routes, it is ideal for those seeking relaxation without giving up practicality. The area is appreciated for its green setting, quality of life and proximity to historic villages and Tuscan food and wine itineraries.

38 km Pisa
42 km Livorno
33 km Pisa airport