La Casatorre: charming stone house with swimming pool in Tuscany — Property 61462

La Casatorre: charming stone house with swimming pool in Tuscany

This lovingly restored ancient stone house is situated at the edge of the hamlet of Ponticello which is one of the oldest medieval villages of Lunigiana, a comparatively undiscovered and unspoilt area of Tuscany, surrounded by wooded hills and magnificent mountain views. The property is divided into three independent apartments, tastefully furnished with old country furniture and terracotta floors. Outside there is a private pool and a very large and sunny garden, with shaded areas to eat al fresco. Close to all the local amenities for shopping, eating out and sight seeing it is also a perfect place to rest and relax. The house takes its name from a tower dating back to the eleventh century, that is part of the house.

Details for Apartment 'La Torre' in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

Two floors apartment. A staircase leads to the first floor where there is a large terrace with table and chairs and the living room with a double sofa bed and kitchenette. On the second floor there is a bedroom with double bed and a bathroom with shower. It has a nice view over the mountains and the swimming pool. To sleep for 4 people.

Location Ponticello Massa Carrara Area < Tuscany < Italy

Ponticello Massa Carrara Area < Tuscany < Italy

 marks the location of this property in Massa Carrara Area

Availability for Apartment 'La Torre' in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

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Saturday, 26 July 2008

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Rental rates for Apartment 'La Torre' in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

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• Utilities, bed linen, towels and final cleaning are included in the rent. Bed linen and towels will be changed once a week.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for Apartment 'La Torre' in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

Lunigiana

unknown to the crowds yet close to Florence Pisa Lucca and the Cinque Terre is the northern corner of Tuscany, an unspoiled area of breathtaking natural beauty set between the Apennine mountains and the Mediterranean sea. In this sunlit land of chestnut covered hills crowned by medieval villages you will enjoy the very best of Italy - wonderful landscapes, good food and a warm Italian welcome.The region is scattered with medieval villages perched high above green wooded valleys, ancient castles built by the Malaspina family (it's also named the hundred castles valley) breathtaking views across fertile river valleys and dramatic mountain vistas: Tuscany's best kept secret. Hidden away from the tourist trail the Lunigiana nevertheless enjoys easy access to the main cultural centres of Northern Italy and the sophisticated coastal villages of the Ligurian coast.

The Lunigiana can be considered the most uncontaminated area of Tuscany: hills woods rivers and cascades. This magical unspoilt area offers the tourist a mild climate, a calm and soothing atmosphere. The area caters for all offering museums thermal waters sport centres fishing and trekking on horse back or by foot. Added to all of this is the folklore traditions and cuisine (there are a number of restaurants in the surrounding area offering traditional local cooking at reasonable prices). There is something for everyone and last but not least wonderful friendly people who will give you a warm welcome. Join them in celebrating their many festas throughout the summer. Close to Lunigiana is the Bay of Poets and the Cinque Terre, the beautiful stretch of coastline with its rocky coves and sandy beaches which is famous for the 5 fishing villages that cling to the cliffs along the spectacular Ligurian coastline.

The cultural centres of Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Parma and Genoa are also all within an easy drive: Florence is 1.5 hrs drive. Lucca (Puccini's birthplace) 1hr drive, is a delightful city: hire a bike and pedal around the city walls. Parma (rich with Verdi connections) or Pisa (with its famous tower) are both 1hr away. Close by are the picturesque ports of Lerici and Porto Venere ( a UNESCO heritage town) and the famous Cinque Terre. Nearby are the ancient cities of Sarzana, the beaches at Forte di Marmi, the 'Carrara' marble mountains and the Garfargnana national park .The sandy beaches at Marinella and Marina di Massa Are 30 min away. Many freshwater rock pools, made by the fast flowing water from melting snow are at walking distance. The marble quarries of the Alpi Apuane (from where Michelangelo choose the marble for his statues) 45 min away by car are open to visitors.