Apartment for sale in Bagni di Lucca, Ponte a Serraglio

Charming apartment in the historic former Hotel De Russie – Ponte a Serraglio, Bagni di Lucca In the heart of Ponte a Serraglio, one of Bagni di Lucca's most picturesque and charming villages, we offer an exclusive apartment on the second floor of the historic building that once housed the famous Hotel De Russie—a true 19th-century architectural gem designed by Giuseppe Pardini and inaugurated in 1838. Once a haven for artists, aristocrats, and writers seeking tranquility and well-being in the renowned Bagni di Lucca spa, the Hotel De Russie was one of the most beloved luxury hotels of its time. Its illustrious guests included the writer Louise de La Ramée (known as Ouida), now buried in the town's English Cemetery. Interesting fact: the building's unique and fascinating shape is said to have inspired Daniel Burnham, the architect of the famous Flatiron Building in New York, built about sixty years later. The property The apartment, recently modernized and equipped with natural gas heating, is accessed via a bright and well-maintained stairwell shared with a few other residential units. Inside it is composed of: welcoming entrance, functional and well-arranged kitchen, bright living room with balcony overlooking the characteristic streets of Ponte a Serraglio, two double bedrooms, one of which is a passageway, bathroom with shower. The property includes a cellar in the basement, ideal as a utility space or for wine storage. The context Bagni di Lucca, a renowned spa town since the Renaissance, offers a unique natural and cultural environment: thermal springs, green landscapes, elegant historic villas, and an atmosphere of refined tranquility. The property's location is strategic: in the heart of the village of Ponte a Serraglio, a few steps from the Lima River and the main services, and a short distance from the spas, nature trails and cities of art such as Lucca, Pisa and Florence. A unique opportunity A home with historic and romantic charm, perfect as a primary residence, holiday home, or investment in the heart of one of Tuscany's most enchanting locations.