Exclusive 18th Century Farmhouse with private pool ideal for large group — Property 19319
- 4 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (2 ensuite), 2 fully fitted kitchens, sleeps 10
- Location: Barga, Media Valle, Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy
Summary of Main House, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10
- Contact Collette Barnes
- +44 (0)1480 403343
- Property type:
- farmhouse, semi-detached
- Location type:
- Mountain, Rural
- Highlights:
- Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
- View all features
- Suitable for elderly
- Swimming pool
- Garden
- Wheelchair friendly
- Family friendly
The house and pool area |
View of pool looking back towards gate |
Master Bedroom with ensuite |
Inside the Mettaio |
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Exclusive 18th Century Farmhouse with private pool ideal for large group
This old farmhouse was built in the early 1700's on the outskirts of the Mediaeval town of Barga. The farmhouse and barn have been fully restored whilst retaining the original character with chestnut beams and terracotta tiled floors. Fully furnished including many restored traditional tools and artefacts. Secluded overlooking the valley yet within easy reach (5 mins) of Barga. The farmhouse has two double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, living room, terrace and pool area. There is a large flat grassed area c.2 acres. The pool (10mx5.5m) is above ground and constant 1.2m deep. The old mettaio or chestnut store outside has been restored and houses a summer kitchen, outside bathroom and covered terrace . It is a perfect retreat for large groups or extended families to holiday together with plenty of space. Please note :The Barn (4 bedrooms, 3 bath) can be rented along with the house if required.
Details for Main House in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy
The main house has two double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, and living room. There is also a sofa bed in the lounge. There is a laundry room below the main house. The Mattaio (the old chestnut store) has a large fully fitted kitchen, large covered terrace for eating outside, and a toilet and shower room. This saves family and friends having to go into the houses from the pool area. *** PLEASE NOTE *** if you require additional accommodation the Barn can be rented along with the main house. This ensures that the property is yours exclusively. Please contact owner for rates. The Barn has 2 double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, and living room.
Location
Barga < Media Valle < Lucca Area < Tuscany < Italy
marks the location of this property Barga
| Nearest airport: | Pisa International Airport at 70 kilometres |
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| Nearest beach: | Beach at 50 kilometres |
| Nearest motorway: | Lucca at 35 kilometres |
| Nearest railway station: | Mologno at 3 kilometres |
| Car: | necessary |
The property was originally a working farm built on an outcrop of land, called locally “La Colline di Formici” which roughly translates as the ant hill. This is a finger of land jutting out from the mountain with spectacular views of the valley below. Villa Collette is totally secluded yet just 5 minutes drive away from the beautiful old town of Barga and about 10 minutes away from a huge hyper market. Barga is situated 40 kilometres north of Lucca at the southern tip of the National parks known as the Garfagnana which sits between the Apuan Alps and the Appenines in the very north of Tuscany. Barga hosts art, opera and jazz festivals as well as weekly markets.The property is less than one hour from Pisa Airport, 30 minutes from the medieval walled city of Lucca, 1.5 hrs from Florence; 2.25 hrs from Siena; and 1 hour from the Italian Riviera resorts of Viarreggio and Forte dei Marme. Other Airports include Florence (90mins); Genoa (2.5 hrs); Bologna (2.5hrs), Bergamo (3 hrs).
Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, ski, mountain biking
Availability for Main House in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy
- Last updated on:
- Monday, 25 August 2008
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- Saturday
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- All Year
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Rental rates for Main House in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy
- Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
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| 01 Sep 2008 | 04 Oct 2008 | GBP 1300 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| 05 Oct 2008 | 20 Dec 2008 | GBP 1200 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| 21 Dec 2008 | 09 Jan 2009 | GBP 1300 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| 10 Jan 2009 | 01 May 2009 | GBP 1200 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.
Notes to the rental rates
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This rate covers exclusive rental of the property, and includes all linen, towels and pool towels. The property is cleaned once a week. For additional cleaning, contact owner for rates. Payment is only accepted in the quoted currency unless by agreement with the owner.
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| Notes: | The Barn has a downstairs bedroom with ensuite, and the main house has a downstairs bedroom with ensuite but there is a small flight of stairs to the main house. Theses rooms would suite elderly or infirmed members of the party. Please note that the 10x6m pool is above ground with access by a set of stairs or the deck at one end. This may not be suitable for all. |
Featured Review
Comments from Owner Guestbook
HRGuestBook19319, HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 06, 2007, Date of stay: December, 2007
We had a lovely time, the Villa is fantastic – you’ve done an amazing job with beautiful
attention to detail. I’m sure everyone that comes here will remember their holiday with
fondness for a very long time.
Steve and Julie.
Thanks for a wonderful week in such a beautiful part of the world. Never have we been to somewhere with such dramatic scenary. The accommodation is everything we could have wished for. We hope to come again.
Susan and Chris Nunn.
In the words of Janice from Friends.....'Oh My God!'
A beautiful villa in a beautiful setting. The perfect place for our honeymoon. Thank you Doug and Collette for the flowers and champagne.
Wat een heerleike week hat was een groot genoegen om in Villa Collette te vertoefen
We hopen nog een keer terug to mogen komen om te genieten von al het moois hier.
Henny en Thea uit Nijmegen Nederland.
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