Vallecchia Sotto

This renovated farmhouse  has retained it's character with high beamed ceilings and beautiful chestnutwood windows, along with traditional style furniture.

This large 5 bedroom 4.5 bathroom villa is situated over 3 floors, and provides flexibile accommodation, either as one villa, or if you prefer two separate apartments. The entire property is included in the price, and you can arrange as you wish.,Perfect for two families or for couples with many en-suite rooms.

Both the spacious ,light and airy ground and first floors have their own fully equipped kitchens,living rooms with 2 large sofas in each and they both share a laundry room with washing machine ..... Each of these floors has the benefit of individual eating areas with views out over the land below and the mountains beyond ...

Outside there is a private 12m x 6m pool with internal steps, a barbeque, and a large sunbathing area for whiling away the hours.
There are 3 terraced areas leading from the house itself, giving a good choice for eating al fresco.

A perfect spot for a family holiday, especially for two families holidaying together who still want their own space .....

Ground floor:

• Spacious light and airy living room with fireplace and comfy seating (2 sofas) - double doors leading to patio. Sat tv, dvd player.
• Free wifi internet access available.
• Kitchen diner with dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, and fridge freezer.
• Dining table for up to 12
• Kitchen has doors leading to outdoor eating area
• Double bedroom with en suite shower room

First floor:

• Spacious living room with comfy seating - (2 sofas)
• Kitchen diner with dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, and fridge freezer.
• WIFI
• Dining table for up to 8
• Kitchen diner leads to large covered terrace with table and chairs and wondrous views
• First floor area also leads to a further eating / relaxing terrace at back of house
• Double or twin bedroom with en suite shower room with WC.
• Cloakroom

Second floor:

• Double bedroom with en suite shower room 
• Bedroom with 3 single beds
• Double/twin bedroom
• Bedrooms 2 and 3 on this floor are separated by a 4th interconnecting bathroom with tub and shower over. Effectively another en-suite!

Outside:

• Well kept gardens with flower beds and ,with views over olive trees and mountains.
• Large private pool 12M x 6M with internal steps, for cooling off with a book or drink
• Large sunbathing area around pool
• Gazebo for additional shade
• BBQ
• Three different terraces leading from house for relaxing outdoor / alfresco dining ....
• Laundry area with washing machine.

**enjoy a 4 course traditional tuscan meal made with local fresh ingredients, cooked at home by local ladies. Must be arranged prior to arrival**

A little about the area

This stunning villa is situated 1 hr. north of Lucca high in the hills of Garfagnana Northern Tuscany. 

The views & walking opportunities are the real attraction of this property but there is a small bar/shop in two of the closest villages one of which is less than 1km away and a restaurant 2km away (half hour walk). There is also a pizzeria, and train station at the bottom of the hill 4km away. So, the countryside but not remote!

Just a 20  minute drive is Barga the beautiful mediaeval town, with its wonderful architecture, Duomo, very good restaurants, markets under the stars and regular free music.

Less than a 15 minute drive is the bustling little market town of Castelnuovo, famous for its Thursday morning market

The fully walled mediaeval city of Lucca is less than an hour away - try cycling around the walls, meandering in shady narrow streets and people watching in the Grand Piazzas while enjoying a drink or a gelato! Or, there are often outdoor concerts with big named performers, and if you prefer nightly opera recitals.

 Florence and Siena can be reached for day trips, and Pisa with its  airport is a 1 hr 15 minute drive. 

The Versilian coast is a good day trip  reached  either via Lucca or more spectacularly by crossing through the Apuan Alps.

 The famous Wind Caves are a 40 minute drive, as is the Canyoning park, where one can jump down waterfalls into beautiful rivers.

Closer to home there are plenty of little historic villages to visit, many of which have local festas in the summer.

Don't forget the lake of Vagli  (with its hidden village submerged by the water) for an afternoon drive, or the lake of Pontecosi, where one can stop for a drink. Some some guests love to swim in the river too ...

Many guests enjoy to visit  the local Fortress at Verrucole which is a good afternoon out, with stunning views and some interactive activities for the children. Close to the fortress is the Buffardello tree climbing and zip wire park (ideal for both adults and children of all ages with a variety of runs) where one can take a picnic or BBQ and spend the entire day in the welcome shade of the forest.

The real beauty of this area is the dramatic mountain scenery, and the hundreds of hilltop villages to explore, endless picnicking opportunities, and the pure peace of a non touristy holiday ......

Enjoy!

Airports:

Pisa 85 min.; Florence 1hr 50 min.;Genoa 2 hr. 30 min.; Milan 3 hr. 15 min; Bologna 2 hr. 30 min.