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Charming cottage built 1760, stunning views of the Alpi Apuane — Property 88744

  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6/7. 25 minutes to nearest beach, 45 minutes to ski resort
  • Location: Pallerone, nr Aulla Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

Summary of the cottage, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 7

Summary of the cottage, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 7
Contact Julie Daniel
+39 3319126456
Property type:
cottage, semi-detached
Location type:
Rural, Village
Highlights:
Garden, Terrace, Barbecue
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  • Pets allowed
  • Garden
  • No smoking
  • Family friendly
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La Casetta della Vigna

La Casetta della Vigna

View of the Alpi Apuane from front balcony

View of the Alpi Apuane from front balcony

Downstairs bedroom with chestnut ceiling

Downstairs bedroom with chestnut ceiling

Kitchen

Kitchen

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Upstairs double bedroom Sunset from front terrace View from back terrace Down by the river Alpi Apuane from the lake View from front balcony overlooking garden Pallerone village centre Pallerone village centre
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Charming cottage built 1760, stunning views of the Alpi Apuane

Situated in the unspoilt area of Lunigiana, in Northern Tuscany, this charming cottage in a rural location offers a peaceful and relaxing escape. Situated between the mountains and the coast, within easy reach of the beautiful Gulf of Poets, the stunning coastline of the Cinque Terre in Liguria and the ski resort of Cerreto. The walled city of Lucca is just a train ride away. Fabulous opportunities for walking in the nearby hills. Close to a small lake and river, with areas for river bathing in the cool mountain water, to the backdrop of the stunning Alpi Apuane. During Summer months, there is a large swimming pool just 10 minutes away. A large garden, offers a very peaceful and tranquil atmosphere for relaxing during hot, sunny afternoons and for B-B-Cues. Ideal for families, couples or groups. Local amenities within walking distance. Local restaurants serve fabulous food, from pizza to pasta, to fresh fish caught that morning, to game dishes - all local produce.

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Location Pallerone, nr Aulla Massa Carrara Area < Tuscany < Italy

Charming cottage built 1760, stunning views of the Alpi Apuane  Pallerone, nr Aulla Massa Carrara Area < Tuscany < Italy
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Massa Carrara Area
Location
Nearest airport: Pisa at 70 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Aulla at 2 kilometres
Car: necessary

Located in unspoilt Lunigiana and just 25 minutes drive from the nearest beach at Lerici ('Blue Flag' award indicating clean water, pristine sands and a well organised beach) and San Terenzo on the Ligurian coastline. Picturesque Tellaro also nearby. Easy access to the beautiful Cinque Terre - providing fabulous opportunities for walking with stunning coastal scenery. Boat trips also possible from nearby La Spezia or Lerici. Many local markets, but supermarket, bakers and restaurants all within walking distance.Ski resort 45 minutes drive. Lucca 45 minute drive away or an hour by train from local town of Aulla. Florence is also accessible by train (2 1/4 hour direct) for a day trip. Many towns and villages to visit nearby : Fivizzano, Pontremoli, Bagnone, Sarzana, spa village of Equi Terme. Fabulous walking opportunities in the Appenine Hills, the Alpi Apuane and the marble mountains of Cararra. 2 swimming pools just a 10 minute drive away in nearby Cormezzano or Villa Franca.

Local activities swimming, walking



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Availability for the cottage in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

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Long-term rentals available

Rental rates for the cottage in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
British Pounds
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
Standard 01 Oct 2008 19 Dec 2008 GBP 400 GBP 68 GBP 68 2 Nights
20 Dec 2008 03 Jan 2009 GBP 450 - - 1 Week
04 Jan 2009 30 Jun 2009 GBP 425 GBP 70 GBP 70 2 Nights
01 Jul 2009 31 Aug 2009 GBP 475 - - 1 Week
01 Sep 2009 18 Dec 2009 GBP 425 GBP 70 GBP 70 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

  • Discounts available if only 2 guests (except July/August) - price on application.
    Preferred payment option : cheque in pounds sterling. Credit card payments via Pay Pal - add fee of £15.
    £100 (E125) deposit required at time of booking. This is non-refundable in the event of cancellation less than 4 weeks before booking. Full rental to be paid 6 weeks in advance of rental.
    Includes all utilities and home-made wine! 10% supplement payable from 1st November to end April to cover heating costs and from 1st October 2009 to end April 2010.
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Accommodation and Facilities for the cottage in Massa Carrara Area, Tuscany, Italy

Property type:
  • cottage , semi-detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Location type:
  • Rural, Village
Theme:
  • family, away from it all
General:
  • towels provided, central heating, linen provided
Kitchen:
  • 4 ring stove, fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, washing machine
Living room:
  • fireplace, sofabed seating for 4 people
Dining:
  • child's highchair, dining area seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
  • Bathroom 1, with extra large shower enclosure, toilet and sink, also houses the washing machine. Bathroom 2 - you can enjoy the view of the local chapel of Ceserone in the foreground of the Alpi Apuane whilst taking a shower! Both bathrooms are newly fitted.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 7 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Cot, Cot available on request
  • Bedroom 2 - 1 Double Bed
  • Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
  • Bedroom one, on the ground floor, has been recently converted and has a beautiful chestnut wood ceiling. Super king size bed. Facing the front of the property, there are views of the stunning Alpi Apuane. Bedroom 2, upstairs, has lovely views from the side of the property, across the river valley to the Appenine Hills in the background. Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds and opens out onto the front terrace. (Bedroom 2 is accessible through this bedroom) Single sofa bed in lounge sleeps extra person.
Entertainment:
  • tv, satellite or cable, video player, radio, cd, DVD
internet access
  • internet access, wireless broadband
Outside:
  • garden, terrace, balcony, barbecue, parking, 14 garden chairs, 6 beach chairs, 2 bicycles
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible, non smoking only, long term renters welcome, pets considered, children welcome
Notes:

There are two balconies - one at the side of the property, accessible from the kitchen/lounge with table and chairs; one upstairs at the front of the cottage, with stunning views of the mountains. The upstairs double bedroom is accessible through the twin room, so suitable for families or groups of singles. Twin vaulted cellar houses home made wine, which guests are free to drink (the wine is very rustic, so you may need to open a couple of bottles until you find a good one!) Satellite enables access to BBC1, BBC2 and ITV. Cot and high chair available on request

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For birdwatchers (1):

The following have all been seen in the immediate area : English German Scientific Little Grebe Zwergtaucher Tachybaptus ruficollis Little Bittern Zwergdommel Ixobrychus minutus Little Egret Seidenreiher Egretta garzetta Black-crowned Night Heron Nachtreiher Nycticorax nycticorax Mallard Stockente Anas platyrhynchos Moorhen Teichhuhn Gallinula chloropus Coot Blässhuhn Fulica atra Little Ringed Plover Flußregenpfeifer Charadrinus dubius Common Sandpiper Flußuferläufer Actitis hypoleucos Yellow-legged Gull Mittelmeermöwe Larus cachinans michahellis Collared Dove Türkentaube Streptopelia decaocta Swift Mauersegler Apus apus Pallid Swift Fahlsegler Apus palidus Wryneck Wendehals Jynx torquilla Swallow Rauchschwalbe Hirundo rustica House Martin Mehlschwalbe Delichon urbica White Wagtail Bachstelze Motacilla alba

For birdwatchers (2) :

English German Scientific Nightingale Nachtigall Luscinia megarhynchos Blackbird Amsel Turdus merula Dartford Warbler Provencegrasmücke Sylvia undata Cetti’s Warbler Seidensänger Cettia cetti Melodious Warbler Orpheusspötter Hypolais polyglotta Great Tit Kohlmeise Parus major Magpie Elster Pica pica Jay Eichelhäher Garrulus glandarius Carrion Crow Nebelkrähe Corvus corone cornix Starling Star Sturnus vulgaris Italian Sparrow Italiensperling Passer italiae Serin Girlitz Serinus serinus

Other Activities Skiing 45 minutes

Featured Review

5/5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook88744, HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 06, 2007, Date of stay: December, 2007

'The most relaxing week of my life. I've never slept so well and woke up to the sound of musical bells. Near enough to so many places, a real find. I would go back tomorrow if I could!' Hilary Secher, Warks
'Thank you for a wonderful stay at La Casetta della Vigna, a lovely cottage in a superb countryside setting, a short walk to local shops and restaurants, a short drive to the market town of Aulla and with stunning coastal villages and mountains within a half hours drive' C Sheppard
'Whether you need a romantic getaway, a family break or just a holiday with friends, this is the place for you. It has all the facilities you will need and has a good supermarket and restaurants close by. You are also well placed for access to the coast, places like Pisa & within easy reach of the mountains. Its fab and I will definitely be going there again' Andy, Northants. 'Ideally situated & equipped for a relaxed break off the main tourist drag' S Furniss, Stratford.

Reviews are the subjective opinions of Holiday-Rentals.co.uk travellers and not of Holiday-Rentals.co.uk Limited.

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Julie Daniel
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+39 3319126456 (Any time)
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+44 (0)1652 649261 (Evenings/weekends)
Preferred language(s):
 English, German, Italian
Advertiser since:
 11 Jan 2005
Property listed since:
 21 Nov 2007
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