Barga holiday barn

Summary of Barn 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10

Description Barn,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 3 Bathrooms
Facilities mountain, rural, pool, garden, terrace, TV
Collette Barnes
+44 (0)1480-403343
+44 (0)7880-794488
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of this Barga holiday barn 4 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (2 ensuite), 2 fully fitted kitchens, sleeps 10

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 Barn 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 3 Bathrooms

*** THE BARN CAN BE RENTED OUT TO PARTIES THAT REQUIRE ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION *** The Barn has been recently converted and furnished to the highest standard. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 of which are doubles with their own ensuite showers and toilet facilities, and 2 twin bedded rooms which share a family bathroom. There is a fully fitted kitchen, and an open dining and living area with a wood fire. Outside there is a private covered terrace with a separate barbeque area. There is lots of space outside to allow privacy for the barn occupants to remain separate from those of the main house if they wish to.
Barga barn rental - Main house and Barn, Mattaio with eating terrace

Main house and Barn, Mattaio with eating terrace

Barga barn rental - View of pool looking back towards gate

View of pool looking back towards gate

Barga barn rental - Master bedroom in house with ensuite

Master bedroom in house with ensuite

Barga barn rental - Master bedroom in barn with ensuite

Master bedroom in barn with ensuite

Barga barn rental - Overlooking the pool and main house

Overlooking the pool and main house

Barga barn rental - View of houses from the entrance gates

View of houses from the entrance gates

Barga barn rental - Kitchen in Mattaio

Kitchen in Mattaio

Barga barn rental - Lounge in main house

Lounge in main house

Location: Barga in Italy

Nearest Airport: Pisa International Airport at 70 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Mologno at 3 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Lucca at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 50 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).

Availability for this holiday barn rental in Barga, Italy

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Rental Rates for this holiday barn in Barga, Italy

No rental rates available - please contact the owner

Additional information about rental rates

  • The Barn can only be rented by parties in the main house. There will be a security deposit taken on both units. This will be in the form of a cheque which will be returned after your visit.

Accommodation and facilities for Barn in Barga, Italy

Property Type:
  • barn (semi-detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linen provided

Kitchen:
  • hob
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • freezer
  • oven
  • washing machine
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove

Living Room:
  • fireplace

Dining:
  • dining area
  • highchair
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, ensuite to bedroom 1
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, ensuite to bedroom 21
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, family bathroom

Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Cot, 1 Sofa bed/Futon, ensuite
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon, ensuite
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
    Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed
  • Extra beds can be put into the bedrooms to accommodate families
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • video player
  • radio
  • TV
  • CD

Outside:
  • child's swing
  • sand pit
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 20 garden chairs
  • 10 deck chairs
  • 4 bicycles

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • long term rentals available
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair accessible
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • ski
  • mountain biking

Notes: There is a bedroom off the living area with ensuite facilities which has completely flat access from the car park through the living area and into the bedroom and hence would be ideal for elderly members of the group. There are no specific handicap facilities. Please note that the 10x6m pool is above ground and so may not be easily accessible for older guests

Reviews for this holiday barn rental in Barga, Italy

Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook19319 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 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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