Available Locally:
Just down the hill in Coselli, (6 mins Drive) there is a newsagents, take away pizza shop, butchers, hairdressers, barbers, dry cleaners and 2 bars (one very local and one new and modern) there is also a new Enoteca (cheese and wine shop) which sells a wide selection of interesting varieties which you can try on the premises.
There are plenty of restaurants within a 10 minute drive, one a five star.
There are also a number of bars and a great home made ice cream parlour just down the road.
The nearest Post Office is in Guamo (open all day) and has a cash machine about 7 minutes drive from the property.
The nearest bank is by the large Esselunga Supermarket in San Concordio which is about 10 minutes, just outside the walls of Lucca.
A more local Coop supermarket is in Guamo about 5 minutes and there is also a good baker in Guamo who makes fresh bread every morning.
Nearest Beaches:
The nearest Public (free) beach is at Marina Di Vecchiana about 30 minutes by car. It is a nice secluded beach and has good parking a small bar and shop.
The Versillian coast which stretches from Viaraggio (about 25 minutes drive) to the prestigious resort of Forte Di Marmi. All are long wide sandy beaches with bars, shops, deck chairs and parasols. Some lidos have their own swimming pools.
The coastal road from Marina di Pisa towards Livorno and beyond has a more dramatic coastline with small, more natural beaches.
Activities:
Cookery courses, painting, and Italian classes are all available locally.
If you would like to explore Tuscany with a difference, Ducati tours, based in Lucca operate well organized all inclusive motorbike tours around Tuscany, or you can hire a Ducati for the day and explore the area at your own pace.
Ski:
Abetone ski resort is approx 1.5 hours drive, there is good skiing for all abilities and good facilities.
Golf:
There are golf courses at Forte Dei Marmi approx 40 minutes drive, Montecatini also approx 40 minutes drive.
