This large, characteristic Tuscan villa is situated in a stunning and tranquil hillside position, about 20 minutes drive from Lucca. The views are spectacular, extending over the countryside of fields, vineyards and olive groves. There are many interesting places to visit within easy reach of the property, including the nearby villages of Bagni di Lucca, Barga, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana and Collodi. A little further will bring you to the coast and Forte dei Marmi, within a 50 minute drive, and the Garfagnana area, offering fabulous walks, about one hour away. Florence and the Cinque Terre both reachable in under an hour and a half.
The large grounds surrounding the villa are filled with trees, including olive, pear, apple and fig trees, while beyond stretch terraces of olive groves and woodland. On a lower level within the garden is a swimming pool (10 x 6m) fed by its own natural spring water, and also offering wonderful views over the valley. There are several covered and uncovered terraces furnished for dining and relaxing outdoors. A terrace of original terracotta tiles extends along the southern façade of the house, with lemon trees in traditional pots, and an outdoor dining area with a gas barbecue.
Accommodation is in the main villa and a 3-bedroom guest cottage, about 30 metres away. The 18th century villa has been restored authentically, retaining the original features, including high ceilings, original terracotta floor tiles, fireplaces and large double doors. The large rooms are furnished with antiques. The many amenities available include a games room with a billiard table, a well stocked library with books and DVDs, and games including bridge, checkers, chess and jigsaw puzzles. Further amenities include satellite TV, DVD, VCR, CD and tape player, a fax, broadband internet access and a safe for valuables. There are screens on the upper bedroom windows and all bedrooms have fans. The property also has a large artist’s studio, a consecrated chapel and a secret play den for children. Rentals at this property start on a Friday.
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Main House
Entrance Level
Entrance hall, leading to very spacious and bright living room. with fireplace. Library. Guest WC. Large master bedroom with queen-size bed, and opening to outside. En-suite bathroom. This bedroom is suitable for handicapped.
Garden Level
Large recreation room with billiard table and card tables. Spacious country-style kitchen with dining table, gas stove, oven, dishwasher and double sink. Doors opening to terrace. Pantry with washing machine, dryer and very large fridge with separate freezer and ice-maker. Stair lift (for handicapped use).
Upper Level
Double bedroom with king-size bed (can be made up as twin beds on request). En-suite bathroom. Spacious double bedroom with queen-size bed. Large shared, en-suite bathroom. Twin bedroom. Double bedroom with queen-size bed, small en-suite bathroom, and opening to terrace.
Cottage
Ground Floor
Open-plan kitchen/dining room. Living room. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge and dishwasher, and large wood-burning fireplace. The living area is equipped with TV, video and DVD. Arched Tuscan window-doors open onto a garden terrace with a pizza oven.
First Floor
Double bedroom with king-size bed (can be made up as twin beds). Shower room. 2 single bedrooms. Double bedroom. Bathroom.
An immediately adjacent out-building has a car-port and spacious utility room equipped with a washing machine and dryer.
Opposite the farmhouse is another building, the upper level of which has been converted to an open plan art studio with a large east facing window, roof lights, and wood-burning stove.
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