Self-catering holiday homes: Montecarlo

Make holiday rental accommodation or property in Montecarlo, Italy your home away from home

Montecarlo, Italy, not to be confused with Monte Carlo in Monaco, is a magnificently impressive walled town in the Lucca Province of Italy. Located deep in the Lucca hills, Montecarlo holidays have remained off the beaten track for tourists, and the town has stayed well away from the eyes of developers. Montecarlo is nothing short of magical to look at, with noble, red stone buildings surrounded by the wonderful natural Tuscan countryside.

Things to do on holiday in Montecarlo, Italy

The ruins of the original castle (the del Cerruglio fortress) which stood on the site of Montecarlo are still clearly visible, with the sturdy, pink curtain walls protruding intimidatingly from the hillside. The well preserved village centre, which stands in the shadow of the castle, is encased by walls, and is home to a number of fantastic attractions, including the Theatre of the Rassicurati and the Porta Fiorentina, one of the four original town gates.

Surrounding Montecarlo accommodation are olive groves and wineries which share much in common with the styles of French white wine vineyards. There are winery tours of the vineyards in the area, the majority of which are more than happy to allow wine tasting sessions and tours of their cellars.

The Tuscan countryside is known as some of the finest for walking and hiking, and the area surrounding Montecarlo accommodation is among the best. The wooded hills hide idyllic spots and viewpoints over the Tuscan coastline, and you can walk for many hours, discovering picturesque mountain lakes and beautiful national parks.

After touring the fine places of interest in the village, walking in the hills or touring Montecarlo’s famous vineyards, you can either return to your Montecarlo property and relax in peace, taking in the remarkable views or head into the village to sample the best of local cuisine in one of the exquisite restaurants which call Montecarlo home. La Vecchiaccia restaurant attracts visitors from many miles due to its fantastic atmosphere and delicious dishes, and is well worth visiting (at least once) during your stay in Montecarlo accommodation. Wine tasting holidays in Montecarlo are easily arranged, and bus tours can be organised from scratch in just 2 days.

Places to visit on holiday in Montecarlo, Italy

A Montecarlo property is the perfect place from which to explore Tuscany, away form the tourist hordes. Located just 15km from the wonderful medieval town of Lucca, Montecarlo accommodation allows you to explore the beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and wonderful attractions of the town. A Montecarlo property in July is an enviable base from which to enjoy the Lucca Summer Festival as you can retreat from the noise and activity in the evenings.

Weather in Montecarlo, Italy

Summers are blissfully warm in Montecarlo, with average temperatures reaching 28?C in July and August. Daily temperatures reach the mid 30’s on most days, making a Montecarlo villa with a pool ideal, especially if you are heading into the hills for a walking holiday. In winter, average temperatures remain around 8?C.

Flights to Montecarlo, Italy

Reaching Montecarlo accommodation is easy. If you catch a flight to Pisa International Airport (PSA), provided by EasyJet and Ryanair, you can be settling into your Montecarlo property in under an hour.

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