A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca

Pescaglia cottage rental - Swimming Pool and the view towards Lucca.
Pescaglia cottage rental - Swimming Pool and the view towards Lucca.
  • Weekly Rate €715 - €1,000
GBP Conversion (Estimated)
Weekly Rate (GBP) £571 - £799
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps4
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of this Pescaglia holiday cottage
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4/5

Casa Cristina is a restored cottage set amongst olive groves and vineyards on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Fiano and is approached by a tarmac road. It has its own garden within 1.5 hectares of olives, vines and open grassland to which guests have access. The English owners live next door and are always on call to help you or offer advice during your holiday. There are some lovely walks through sweet chestnut woods in the immediate vicinity of the house.

Pescaglia cottage rental - Swimming Pool and the view towards Lucca.

Swimming Pool and the view towards Lucca.

Pescaglia cottage rental - Casa Cristina

Casa Cristina

Pescaglia cottage rental - Veranda

Veranda

Pescaglia cottage rental - Living Room

Living Room

Pescaglia cottage rental - Living Room

Living Room

Pescaglia cottage rental - Kitchen

Kitchen

Pescaglia cottage rental - Kitchen

Kitchen

Pescaglia cottage rental - Kitchen

Kitchen

Pescaglia cottage rental - Double Bedroom

Double Bedroom

Pescaglia cottage rental - Double Bedroom

Double Bedroom

Pescaglia cottage rental - Twin Bedroom

Twin Bedroom

Pescaglia cottage rental - Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Pescaglia cottage rental - Upstairs

Upstairs

Pescaglia cottage rental - Swimming Pool

Swimming Pool

Pescaglia cottage rental - Swimming Pool

Swimming Pool

Pescaglia cottage rental - View from the main bedroom

View from the main bedroom

Pescaglia cottage rental - Casa Cristina and the olive grove

Casa Cristina and the olive grove

Pescaglia cottage rental - Vineyard with Fiano village beyond

Vineyard with Fiano village beyond

Pescaglia cottage rental - View down the valley in May

View down the valley in May

Pescaglia cottage rental - Casa Cristina from the Pool

Casa Cristina from the Pool

Pescaglia cottage rental - Private garden

Private garden

Pescaglia cottage rental - Private garden

Private garden

Pescaglia cottage rental - Car Parking Area

Car Parking Area

Pescaglia cottage rental - Casa Cristina from the olive grove

Casa Cristina from the olive grove

Nearest Airport : Pisa at 55 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Lucca at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : Lucca Est at 25 Kilometres
Car: necessary

Fiano is situated in the hills above Lucca in Northern Tuscany and enjoys panoramic views down the valley to the city and towards Pisa beyond. Behind are the wooded foothills of the Apuane Alps and the Garfagnana.

Less than an hour’s drive from Pisa airport, Fiano makes an excellent starting point for excursions in Tuscany. Lucca (17km) is undoubtedly the area's most important attraction. However, Florence (87km), Pisa (45km) and Siena (150 km) are all within easy reach by car and there are also regular direct bus and train services to Florence and Pisa from Lucca. The beautiful coast of the Cinque Terre is little over and hour away and for beach lovers, the Versilian Riviera is only 27 km away.

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Changeover Day: Saturday

Rental rates for this holiday cottage in Pescaglia, Media Valle del Serchio

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5 May 2012 25 May 2012 €715 - - - - - - 1 Week
26 May 2012 29 Jun 2012 €850 - - - - - - 1 Week
30 Jun 2012 31 Aug 2012 €1,000 - - - - - - 1 Week
1 Sep 2012 29 Sep 2012 €850 - - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • We are very happy to accept payment in Pounds Sterling (GBP). Please e-mail for rental rates in pounds.
  • 10% of the total rental is required at the time of booking. The balance will be required 6 weeks before the rental period.
  • We offer discounted rental rates for returning guests.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Pescaglia in Media Valle del Serchio

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 75 m²

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • village

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • alarm clock
  • firewood
  • local restaurant guide
  • hair dryer
  • soap
  • activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • central heating
  • linen provided
  • towels provided

Kitchen:
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
  • coffee maker
  • microwave
  • oven
  • grill
  • dish washer
  • washing machine
  • 4 ring stove
  • hob
  • freezer
  • fridge

Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • tiled stove
  • comfy seating for 4 people

Dining:
  • highchair
  • dining area
  • seating for 4 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Shower Enclosure, Toilet
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
  • The shower rooms have recently been refitted to a high standard using traditional tiles and modern fittings. The vanity units have Carrara marble tops and useful storage area underneath.

Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed, 1 Cot
    Living Room - 1 Sofa bed/Futon
  • Both bedrooms are furnished to a high standard with terracotta flooring and rugs and have mosquito screens on the windows. The double bedroom has a wonderful view down the valley to Lucca and the twin-bedded room has views to the hills behind.
Entertainment:
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • radio
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • books
  • games - all ages

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • veranda
  • parking off street
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • 6 garden chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels

Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • horse riding

Notes: The house is double glazed throughout and all rooms have fly screens on the windows. There is a wood-burning stove in the main room which is ideal for those cooler evenings early and late in the season.

Further details for this holiday cottage rental in Pescaglia, Italy

Fiano Village: The village of Fiano is one kilometre downhill from Casa Cristina. There is a restaurant and bar, a small general store with a good range of items for sale including fresh fruit and vegetables, a butcher, a baker, and a post office which opens two mornings a week. There are many other restaurants serving excellent Tuscan food or pizzas within a 15 minute drive. The nearest supermarket is about 15 minutes drive down the valley where there are also 2 banks with ATMs, another post office, a petrol station and other shops.

The swimming pool: The swimming pool (10m x 5m) is open from May to September inclusive and is shared with the owner. The pool is 1.2m deep at the shallow end and 1.6m deep at the deep end. It is surrounded by paving and has two sun bathing terraces with loungers, large sun umbrellas, and comfortable garden furniture. The view from the pool down the valley to Lucca and towards Pisa beyond is arguably one of the best in Tuscany.

Reviews for this holiday cottage rental in Pescaglia, Italy

A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
average rating of 5.0 based on 30 reviews
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A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p54008
+39 0583-38048
Pescaglia Media Valle del Serchio
5

Spectacularly showcases a region from a cottage

Review Submitted: May 14, 2012 Date of Stay: May 2012
Our first trip to Tuscany coincided with Casa Cristina's first week of the season and following an unusually wet April for the region. A very warm welcome and tour of the establishment by both James and Christine settled us in immediately and logs were provided for the marvellous wood burner which was only needed for the first two evenings which were quite cool.

The weather improved from the Monday onwards and we took full advantage of the pool terrace, walks into the nearby hills and Fiano village, car journeys to Lucca, Barga and Portovenera. By the end of the week we were very well tanned, relaxed and yet fired-up at the same time by the beautiful scenery and our delightful accomodation.

We like to cook and Casa Cristina scores high marks for lots of sharp knives (we usually pack one because we don't expect it). Attention to detail means you have everything you need in the kitchen right down to digital weighing scales.

Read the other reviews about the spectacular location - you can feel confident that they are totally accurate and so are the images provided herewith on the website - we spent the whole week taking our own shots in complete awe of the constantly changing atmospheric drama from this incredible viewpoint.

It's a great bonus to have on hand the experience of the hosts who live in an adjoining property and are delighted to help you gain the most from your visit, whether it's maps, restaurants, parking or just a friendly laugh - very engaging. They also have printed infomation to get you from Pisa Airport to Fiano and back again and where to get petrol to ensure the hire car is returned with a full tank.

It's really a shame that all these glowing reviews let you know just how good this accommodation is - how are we ever going to be able to book it again now?

Yes, you'll have to be prepared to drive up and down the narrow, steep, s-bends for 10 minutes or so - this is a high location - but it's within easy reach of major roads and the isolation is a significant attraction without actually spending hours getting there. There are also three friendly whippets who like to say hello from time to time.

Book with confidence if it sounds right up your retreat.
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5 out of 5
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A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p54008
+39 0583-38048
Pescaglia Media Valle del Serchio
5

Upon the hill of Lucca ...

Review Submitted: November 6, 2011 Date of Stay: July 2011
Wonderful house and garden upon the hills of Lucca. Beautiful bedrooms and 2 practival bathrooms. But what makes the house really special is the well equipped kitchen.
You can make some interessting walks into the hills or you can visit some famous places (Lucca, Pisa) within half an hour.
One point of attention : the last 5 km are not for people who don't like narrow roads ...
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p54008
+39 0583-38048
Pescaglia Media Valle del Serchio
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5

Comfortable house in lovely garden setting!

Review Submitted: October 5, 2011 Date of Stay: September 2011
hard to know what to add after all the accolades that this very enjoyable holiday home has already received, but here goes.... in short - house, garden and hosts deliver all that is promised and more! owners were exceedingly helpful throughout the booking procedure. charming, friendly and so kind on and before arrival. truly perfect the hosts....THANKYOU! house is very well equipped, spotlessly clean and comfortable. we particularly appreciated the kitchen (hobby cook pleasures await, no half measures here) and tastefully furnished, bright double bedroom with stunning views down to lucca. 2nd bed (twin) equally pleasant but without the stunning views. comfy beds, lovely bedding. plenty of storage space. 2 bathrooms make this is a great place for 2 couples sharing. we enjoyed the rural location very much indeed. altho some may find the narrow mountain roads more challenging...we love em! short zip down to village for fresh baked bread and pastries in the morning....we were lazy and used the car! there are several good restaurants (simple and not so simple) in the vicinity...one at walkable distance and of course many, many more in lucca. hosts are a mine of local info and will let you know all about dining, shopping etc...there´s loads of local info in the house too. plenty of books and radio just in case you should get bored. they are 3 quiet whippets on site. lovely dogs, rather aloof! very nicely furnished terrace for dining and relaxing adjacent to kitchen and lounge. excellent bbq equipment. the terrace is roofed over and shaded by dense vegetation towards valley and olive grove and screened by a stone wall twds road (very little traffic on this road) so altho there are no views from here it is very private and there´s some sun here too in late morning and afternoon. of course the best spot for those sweeping views and soaking up the sun are from the pool and it´s beautiful terraces which are just thru the beautiful garden...indeed it takes some willpower to muster the enthusiasm to do some sightseeing. lucca, pisa, siena, florence, cinque terra and so much more are all very easily accessible from here. just wish we´d stayed longer and had more time for all! is there´s a fly in ointment?just the pack of hunting dogs kept up the road. this is beyond the owners control, but they were so noisy on a 2 evenings to drive us inside. NB...you can hardly hear them IN the house or at pool. so a small problem but not a big issue. YOU `LL LOVE IT HERE!!!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
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5 out of 5
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A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p54008
+39 0583-38048
Pescaglia Media Valle del Serchio
5

An excellent holiday

Review Submitted: September 12, 2011 Date of Stay: July 2011
We spent a wonderful fortnight at Casa Cristina. The accommodation is excellent, the setting beautiful (garden, pool and views are all stunning), plenty of lovely walks in the local countryside and many well known and less well known attractions within easy reach by car. James and Christine, the owners, were very pleasant hosts and generously provided us with much information, advice and some rather fine homegrown vegetables. Would enthusiastically recommend.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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5 out of 5
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A quiet cottage with swimming pool and magnificent views to Lucca
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p54008
+39 0583-38048
Pescaglia Media Valle del Serchio
5

perfect week

Review Submitted: August 30, 2011 Date of Stay: August 2011
Impeccable week in a very comfortable home, super garden and pool, superlative views and welcome from Christine and James. Hundreds of things to do (Lucca needed 3 trips, great to cycle around the walls) + Cinque Terre, easily accessible from Fiano, great tips and info in the house, but always in a hurry to get back to the pool and those views. Best equipped kitchen I can remember having on a holiday rental, too, and with Christine's garden produce to boot. An experience to be repeated!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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