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Typical Tuscan house.Great view on Lucca.Private parking/garden.WIFI

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Lucca, Tuscany
  • City Wall
    15 min drive
  • Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
    15 min drive
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    15 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    54 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lucca

Located in Lucca, this villa is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.a and Piazza Santa Maria. .This family-friendly villa is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Via Fillungo and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Porta Santa Maria.
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What's nearby

  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 15 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Palazzo Pfanner - 15 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Guinigi Tower - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Walls of Lucca - 16 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Piazza Napoleone - 17 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lucca San Pietro a Vico Station - 18 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tenuta Adamo Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar la vela - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Guzzanello di Pardi Silvano - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Il Naso - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bar Micheli di Micheli Giampiero - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Typical Tuscan house.Great view on Lucca.Private parking/garden.WIFI

Only 15 minutes from the city of Lucca.
The sea, with sandy beach, is distant only 30 minutes from the house. (Lido di Camaiore -Viareggio- Forte dei Marmi).
This charming farmhouse restored in 2012, was formerly a small cloister dating back to 1700. It is located in the middle of an olive tree grove dominating the valley and the city of Lucca, which lies only 11 km from here. The owner is an interior designer, this is why interiors are refurbished with care and attention to details, using original Tuscan furniture and aiming at the perfect ease of the guests. The days in Lucca will be particularly agreeable thanks to its many attractions and points of interest: the sightseeing of the town, its unique city walls, churches, squares, museums etc. For those who love the sea, in 30 minutes you can reach the sea-side resorts of Versilia, Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi - all renowned for their huge golden shores. For mountain lovers, in only 30 minutes you can be in the Garfagnana area and walk through its ancient villages. Take a chance to visit the cities of art and the most characteristic places of Tuscany (Pisa, Firenze, Siena, Cinque Terre) that are near to Lucca and easy to reach. In case some day you do not want to go anywhere, you can enjoy the impressive terrace, which is definitely the peculiarity of this house, offering the possibility to stay outside in complete relax. A magical place surrounded by nature where everything is like it used to be – only a few ancient houses deep in the stillness of the hills and an enchanting atmosphere due to the magnificent view, outstanding during the day and lovely by night.
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Massimo

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: You can smoke only outside the house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Maximum 2.Medium/small size

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 046017LTN1219

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 207 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P., Alexandria VA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Tuscan country retreat if it fits you
This is a truly beautiful house with long views down to Lucca and olive groves all around. It is well-furnished and we slept really soundly. Massimo, the host, is extremely gracious and offers many great ideas for local activities and day trips, and once you find it the local supermarket is very well stocked. Having said all that, there are two "buts" to determine if this is the right fit for you. The key one is that "steep, winding, and narrow road" indicated in some comments is an understatement of the case. If you are not an experienced and confident driver with a relatively small car, you're going to have a challenge. The road goes from one lane to less than one car width, there are no shoulders, and the dropoffs are steep. It is very unlikely that a car service would agree to come pick you up. Issue #2, which is related to that, is that either you cook quite a bit in the well-appointed kitchen or you stay out for lunch and dinner (meaning drive up the hill in the dark). It is a good 20-25 minutes to anywhere and you get to navigate the hill both ways. We would go out for the day, enjoy an Italian lunch, pick up supplies for dinner, and head home to cook and enjoy that. (Issue #3: if you are a crazy cat person, use your common sense and do not feed the feral cats that roam the mountain as the people before us did.) Again, we very much enjoyed our stay once we figured it all out but you need a small car and you better be a good driver.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry P., ROUND HILL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in a Typical Tuscan Villa
We had an amazing stay at Massimo's Tuscan Villa. We were close to the walled city of Luca, and it was a great place to stage your Tuscan vacation. The villa itself was well appointed and everything was high quality. The amazing views, and the Tuscan hillside made each morning very special. Massimo is a great host. He ensured that we had everything we needed and he knew it was our anniversary and left us a little gift for when we checked in. If you're looking for a typical Tuscan villa on the Tuscan Hill side surrounded by olive trees on a working olive tree farm, stay with Massimo. One of the best VRBO hosts I've ever had.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain view
Spent 9 wonderful days exploring Tuscany from this house as our base. Massimo was an extraordinary host! We hope to return again one day.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rural house with amazing views
Firstly, I have to say that the photos of the view do not do it justice. You can see Lucca from the terrace and no matter what time of day, it is stunning. I took photos of the same view every day! The house itself is comfortable, well equipped and is perfect for a family break. It has all the things you need for a comfortable stay without losing any of the character of a rural dwelling. There are three double rooms - the two upstairs have en-suite, and the downstairs one has easy access to a shower room and toilet. The house is rurally located, which means it is lovely and quiet - usually you can only hear the sounds of nature and the occasional sounds of human life still happening elsewhere. Lucca is a 15 minute drive away and there are plenty of places to park, eat, drink and explore. A few tips for travellers: - the road to the house is narrow and windy - if the car hire company give you a big car and you are not used to narrow roads, ask them for a smaller one - the house is nestled in the middle of an area of woodland, so you will need bug repellent - as you leave Torre onto the main road, in the opposite direction from Lucca, there is a lovely bakery which does fresh bred and pastries - you must visit!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J., Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem of a property
Located in a delightful location, with incredible views towards Lucca. The owner is charming and helpful and very attentive to any requests. His mode of helping you find the house is faultless. This IS certainly a property you would return to. Thank you Massimo for sharing this with us. David
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total peace, fantastic views
We had a wonderful time at Massimo's beautiful home on the hillside. Fantastic views, absolutely gorgeous in the morning and at night. The home is impeccably clean. We were very comfortable and didn't have any complaints. We took great trips from this location, to Lucca, Cinque Terre, Volterra, Pisa, Garfagnana, Florence and Carrara. We ate at the suggested restaurants and loved them. Like others mentioned, the drive to the house is thrilling and does get easier every time you do it. Tuscany is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. Don't hesitate to plan this trip. I cannot wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in a wonderful villa!
Planned this trip with my two siblings and my sister in law and we are so happy we chose Massimo’s Villa! Massimo is a wonderful host and went above and beyond to accommodate us on a very late arrival time due to some airline delays. We should have arrived at 3pm but due to delays and being rerouted through Rome we did not arrive until 1am. Massimo’s suggestions for restaurants and winery visits were on point and setting us up with a Chef to cook dinner for us at the Villa made for a very memorable evening. Would not hesitate to stay at this property again! 5 Stars!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kassy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
This place is just wonderful and Massimo is THE BEST host. The place doesn't have air conditioning, but don't let that put you off. We stayed there when it was unusually hot and it was still cool enough inside to sleep. The windows are all fitted with screens, so you can have the window without worry of insects getting in. The house has everything you can possibly need. Loved it. There's not a thing we would change!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic Lucca dream vacation.
We really loved our stay at this Tuscan farmhouse, we did not want to leave. The setting was perfect, up in the hills overlooking Lucca just a few miles distant. We had various family members coming and going throughout our stay. There was plenty of privacy for all with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. There is wonderful shared spaces to enjoy, the views from the terrace were spectacular. We were able to enjoy afternoon aperitivo as we relaxed in the setting sun. The full kitchen allowed us to make many meals from the treasures we found while roaming the countryside. The place was very clean and well set up, we were able to meet our host Massimo and move right in. The house is located perfectly, we could leave the house and be in the city walls of Lucca within 20 minutes. Groceries, gas, and pharmacies all within 10 minutes or so. From the house we drove to Pisa in 30 minutes, Lido di Camaiore (beach) 35 minutes, Florence a little more than an hour by train or car, Siena, Pienza, Arezzo 2 hours or less by car. Being so close to Lucca we really got to know the city. It’s easy to cover on foot, and there are many very good restaurants, and a great, more relaxed vibe than the more touristy cities in Tuscany. Our host Massimo was terrific, in fact the best we have encountered. We felt like valued guests. He even helped sorting out a parking ticket for us. Recommended a private chef for a special dinner that we loved. Massimo gets our highest recommendation.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
The house is great and Massimo is an amazing host. The road up to the house is very narrow and not for the faint of heart.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., Evansville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful country house
Property is exactly as pictured with a beautiful view of Lucca and the surrounding valley. Communication with Massimo was excellent As he was very attentive to us during our stay. We had a wonderful 3 week experience and can enthusiastically recommend this house.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, amazing location
Massimo was a wonderful host, super helpful, enabling us to enjoy our week in this lovely house. The property had everything that we needed, the location is quiet and chilled, but still within easy reach of Lucca, the coast, etc. The surroundings, topped-off by the view from the terrace are simply beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Hillside Retreat
A delightful property in the hills of Lucca away from the bustling crowds but still only a short distance away. The perfect retreat! The property is even better than the photos, we lived outdoors on the terrace with far reaching views. Enjoying the gentle Summer breezes. Massimo was a wonderful host, always available if required and provided fabulous recommendations for surrounding restaurants and attractions. We would not hesitate to recommend this charming traditional Tuscan villa. Massimo we can’t wait to return and enjoy your hospitality and the delights of your villa once again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L., Newberg OR. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hilltop with amazing views
We found this property on short noticed and it was pretty amazing. The view of the valley towards Lucca was spectacular. We really enjoyed the house and terrace. My only comment would be that it would be nice to have some kitchen stables available as the store is not close and who thinks they need to buy salt/pepper/olive oil. Other than that it was a great house. Winding road is not for everyone but once you do it a few times it's not too bad! Mossimo is a great and informative host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in idyllic location
Lovely week in an immaculate property with stunning views. The house was very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the spectacular drive up to the property as mentioned in other reviews. I guess it depends on what you are used to, but we had no problems driving to the property in a normal/largish family car. Massimo could not have been more welcoming and was very generous with his time explaining about the history of his delightful property. A wonderful week and we shall be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L., Mesa, Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
You have got to stay here!
We absolutely loved this house and the proprietor. He was helpful and welcoming and the house, once his father's, has been redone with comfort and beauty in mind. If you treasure quiet and convenience, you need to stay here if planning a Lucca trip. Carrie and Dave
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucca Mountains retreat
Gorgeous view and terras from country house high on the hills over Lucca. Nice classic country house with comfortable bedrooms, little difficult to get too, small steep road but great views. Host very responsive and informative.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

(Pamela) Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Reai Treasure
Absolutely loved our stay! Everything as posted. Massimo a fun, attentive owner. Nothing was too much trouble. So many great spots to visit within 2 hours. The sea and Lucca alone would be enough. Relaxing and beautiful.

10/10 Excellent

bob s., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay... wonderful view
We enjoyed our stay here Good location for visiting in the area Beautiful south facing view over Lucca Steep narrow road up the hill but it’s Italy and worth it for the view
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location
Massimo’s house is beautiful, the website photos do not do it justice - very peaceful in the hills looking down over Lucca and convenient for both the coast and the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in the Tuscan countryside
We loved our week at Massimo’s property in Tuscany. Communication with the host was excellent, thorough, and helpful while not being intrusive. The view from the property is gorgeous. The wine, pasta, and olive oil a nice touch, and the house is equipped with everything one could need. While staying here we visited Lucca, Viarreggio, Pisa, Prato, and Pistoia. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Tuscan paradise
Enchanting property set high on a hill overlooking hundreds of olive trees with Lucca in the distance. Comfortable and clean with all the amenities one needs. Massimo is a very responsive and thoughtful owner and excellent guide for local food, history and sites. An opportunity not to be missed!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kendra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing!!!
This house in the Tuscan hills is GORGEOUS! Massimo is kind and generous, and very easy to reach if you have any questions... I wish I could give a higher rating than 5 Stars :) This is a beautiful, peaceful place to stay. I cannot gush enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., Coeur d Alene, ID, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
My husband and I and another couple stayed at Massimo’s beautiful property for a week. The pictures actually don’t do it justice. Sitting on the patio with our spritzes looking at the mountains and Lucca was my favorite thing. We did day trips to Lucca, Pisa, Barga and the coast easily. We thought about visiting the Cinque Terre but were worried about crowds. Massimo suggested Porto Venere instead and it was perfect. No crowds, beautiful little village on the coast. We would definitely stay here again. Massimo is the perfect host.

8/10 Good

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucca
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019