Location:Lucca, Italy
Bedrooms:7 Bathrooms:6 Property Type:Vacation Home Sleeps:14
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Central heating, Computer Access, Deck, Dishes, Dishwasher, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, Lounge, Microwave, No Pets, Oven, Parking, Phone, Shower, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, TowelsActivities:Biking, Golf, Horseback Riding, Museums, Restaurants, Shopping, Swimming, Tennis
Description:Situated just minutes away from the cosmopolitan town of Lucca, this luxurious Tuscany country accommodation offers both the respite of the countryside and accessibility to shopping and culture. Anyone with an appreciation for architecture will enjoy the stunning design of this vacation rental in Tuscany, and the way that the original lines of the historic farmhouse and mill have been carefully preserved and enhanced with modern amenities. While the classic Italian gardens and swimming pool may provide diversion enough on a warm day, Lucca [10 minutes] and Pisa [20 minutes] both offer a wealth of museums and restaurants, should you have the desire to explore. For longer day trips, the stunning Ligurian coastal jewels of the Cinque Terre [112 km] and chic Portofino [142 km] are within reach by car from this Tuscany vacation villa in the countryside. n n[7000 m2] This luxury villa in Tuscany was originally a working mill and farmhouse. Both structures have been beautifully restored and transformed into a luxury accommodation, featuring simple lines and traditional materials such as stone, handmade brick, rough hewn beams, and terracotta. The villa, which is part of a three-home complex, is surrounded by typical Italian gardens filled with potted lemons, olive trees, pines, camellias, wisteria, roses, lavender, and rosemary. A small brook runs through the garden. The private swimming pool has an area for children and an area for advanced swimmers. An ornamental gazebo equipped with a dining table is located next to the pool. There is also a barbecue, as well as comfortable deck chairs and lounge chairs. n nVilla [400 m2]: The two-story Italian villa is furnished in a rustic, elegant style, featuring period furniture and objects d'art. n* Ground Floor: There is a dining room, a family room with a TV, an office, a kitchen, and a laundry room. n* 1st Floor: There are three double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms [all three with tub and hand-held shower head]. There is one room with two twin beds and an en suite bathroom [with hand-held shower head]. There is also a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom [with tub and hand-held shower head]. All of the villa's rooms include climate controls. nCottage [40 m2, one floor]: The ancient rooms of the old mill have been transformed into spacious rooms for everyday living. There is one double bedroom and one bedroom with a French double bed. Both bedrooms have air conditioning. There is one shared bathroom [with tub and hand-held shower head]. n nThis Tuscan villa is located near Lucca in the Vorno Valley. The nearest shops are in Vorno and Badia di Cantignano, both a three-minute drive away. There is a bus stop 100 meters from the property. There is parking available on the grounds for five cars. nPortofin 142 km nSiena: 135 km nCinque Terre: 112 km nFlorence: 70 km nPisa: 29 km nLucca: 6 km n nAvailable amenities: Private swimming pool [16m x 8m, open May 1st through October 1st], air conditioning, central heating, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, computer with Internet access, telephone/fax machine with computerized billing, stereo/CD player, satellite TV [English channels], alarm, barbecue, mountain bikes, baby bed [please request in advance], daily breakfast service, daily maid service [8 hrs/day, 6 days/week], manager, gardener, fresh pool towels, bed linens changed weekly, bath linens changed twice weekly. nExtra Services: Cook service is available on request. A food and beverage deposit of $1,700 will be required and the cost of meals will be deducted this deposit. The deposit for food and beverages is separate from the Security Deposit. Particular dishes and wines may be requested. Other extra services are airport transfers, grocery shopping prior to arrival, telephone/fax/internet usage, and laundry. Gratuities are not included. nNearby attractions: Just a short drive away, holiday guests will find tennis [10 minutes], horseback riding [15 minutes], and golf [30 minutes]. A drive to the Garfagnana Valley takes about 35 minutes, a drive to Puccini Lake takes about 20 minutes, and the towns of Vorno, Badia di Cantignano, and Coselli are a short walk away [approx. 15 minutes]. nPlease Note: n* Pets are not allowed. n* A car is recommended. n* This villa is part of a three-home complex. nMinimum Stay: 7 nCheck-In: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
