Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pool

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Barga, Lucca

Duomo di San Cristoforo14 min drive
Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini27 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa33 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our 4 bedroom, south-facing Tuscan farmhouse offers breathtaking views of the Apuan Alps and the hilltop town of Sommocolonia. With no immediate neighbours, Montate is accessed via a 400m private road, ensuring complete privacy and tranquillity. There is a private heated saltwater pool, various outdoor eating areas and barbecue, and a wonderful sun deck from where you can enjoy the views. Inside, facilities include: 4 bedrooms - 2 kingsize, 1 twin and 1 bunk bed room, 2 bathrooms - one with shower, one bath/shower. Fully fitted kitchen/diner with dishwasher, oven and fridge. Washing machine and additional fridge/freezer. Sitting room with TV, satellite channels, DVD player and DVD library. WiFi access and Sonos music system. The outside chestnut house has been converted to offer additional living room/games room space with a music area upstairs.

The house is in a rural area which is a 15/20 minute drive to the nearest town - Barga. It’s perfect for those looking to get away from it all and relax with family and friends. It’s not the best option for those looking to be at the centre of the action, although day trips to Lucca, Pisa, Florence and the beach are all manageable from the house. Barga offers several excellent restaurant/bar options in addition to supermarket and other amenities and a local taxi service is available for those who would prefer not to drive.

The property is run by our amazing manager Serena and her family. She lives close by and is on hand throughout your visit to help with any questions or issues at the house and can also help enhance your stay by helping you with local advice and bookings for trips or restaurants.

Over the years we have welcomed families, friends and honeymooners of all nationalities and ages.

Property manager

Sally Mais

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A contract which is required by law by the local authority will need to be signed on arrival which includes names and passport numbers of all guests.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barga

Located in Barga, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ponte della Maddalena and Verrucole Fortress are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Apuan Alps and Pontecosi Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Barga, Lucca

What's nearby

Duomo di San Cristoforo - 14 min drive
Apuan Alps - 22 min drive
Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 27 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa - 33 min drive
Orrido di Botri Nature Reserve - 42 min drive

Getting around

Barga Castelvecchio Station - 24 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar Alpino - ‬13 min drive
‪Shamrock - ‬14 min drive
‪Bar Del Paologas - ‬14 min drive
‪Caffè Capretz - ‬14 min drive
‪Pub 46 - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior located?

This family-friendly Barga villa is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Duomo di San Cristoforo, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Parco Levigliese and Apuan Alps. Parco del Levigliese and Pontecosi Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Do S.

2 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekte Unterkunft!

Super schön gelegenes Anwesen in den Bergen Wer nach einer ruhigen, abgeschiedenen Unterkunft sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Wir hatten eine unglaublich schöne Zeit. Serena (Managerin) und ihr Mann waren überaus hilfsbereit und herzlich! Dieser Urlaub wird unvergesslich bleiben.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry D.

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible villa overlooking picturesque Tuscan countryside

Had an absolutely lovely stay for a long weekend with some friends. We would all 100% recommend to anyone. The villa is incredible - beautiful rustic feel to the house but with all the modern comforts you need, stunning panoramic views over the Tuscan countryside, pool table tennis table to relax and a short drive to some picturesque little towns with genuinely breathtaking cultural sites to explore. It’s is even better than the pictures suggest. Sally was a very responsive and efficient host, she made finding the villa easy (despite its charmingly secluded location) and the checkin process was seamless (key in a key drop). She was helpful leading up to the stay with recommendations and suggestions, but also gave us full privacy when there. The checkout process was all very efficient (just leaving the keys in the key drop). We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Berlin

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschönes Ferienhaus mit atemberaubender Aussicht

Wir hatten zwei tolle Wochen in diesem mit Liebe eingerichteten Haus. Vom Check-in bis zum Check-out haben wir uns rundum aufgehoben gefühlt durch Sally und Serena (vor Ort). Das Haus liegt auf einem Berg und der Weg ist etwas holprig und beim 1. Mal gewöhnungsbedürftig, aber ist man Angekommen möchte man gar nicht mehr weg. In Barga findet man alles für den täglichen Bedarf und das leckerste Eis weit und breit. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

1 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location and villa

Montate provided everything we needed for a very relaxing stay in Tuscany. Splendid isolation, wonderful views, amazing pool and comfortable villa. We enjoyed the drive to and from the villa and Barga (after a few runs) was only a 15min drive away for all shopping and eating out essentials. We took the trian to Lucca and Pisa to avoid parking. Very easy and cheap! Finally, the wildlife we spotted made the holiday truly memorable...eagles, bats, hoopoes, wild boar and snakes. Communication with Sally and Serena was always very efficient and friendly. Wonderful, thank you.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

19 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views, lovely villa, great hosts

The drive to this Tuscan villa was fun for us. The curvy uphill drive provides many beautiful views of Barga and the Tuscan countryside, but these views do not begin the match what awaits you at the villa. The views there are simply stunning! We stayed in early June and loved the property! My husband and I were there with our two young adult daughters. We stayed four days and the location provided the perfect rest in the middle of our 17-day Italy tour. While the weather was a bit cool, we were able to enjoy the pool one day and it was lovely. We also loved having a fire in the fireplace on a particularly chilly night. The outdoor space is fantastic with great views from every location. The peace and beauty cannot be overstated. Beds were comfy and we had everything we needed for cooking meals. Barga provided ample opportunities for grocery shopping and we had a great daytrip to Lucca which we highly recommend. Communication from the owners and Serena, the property caretaker, was stellar. They are incredibly responsive and kind. We long for the time we can return to this beautiful property!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

René R.

8 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immer wieder gerne

Wir haben dieses Anwesen gebucht um ein paar ruhige Tage zu verbringen. Dafür war das Haus genau das richtige! Wir würden immer wieder kommen!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

20 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot with a view in the mountains!

The house was perfect, communication with the host was fast and the view is incredible! 10/10!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carys K., Preston

25 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

We were looking for somewhere that was private and off the beaten track and we found it at Montate. We were looking to unwind and there were more than enough facilities to help us to do this. The pool was amazing and the table tennis was a lovely addition as well. Sally sent directions to the villa which were perfect and appreciated. Serena her husband and father were on hand when needed, we were there 10 days and the pool was cleaned regularly. Would definitely recommend

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

19 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbares Objekt, tolle Betreuung vor Ort

Hat alles gepasst, tolle Betreuung vor Ort. Sehr netter Kontakt. Alles sehr unkompliziert.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lene H.

30 May 2022

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Very nice house, pool clean and with a perfect temperature (in May), beautiful surroundings and view from terrasse over the mountains. Serena and Allessandro so nice an helpfull!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

8 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein absolut wunderbares Haus in toller Landschaft

Man merkt, dass die Eigentümer das Haus so eingerichtet haben, wie sie es gerne selbst haben möchten. Alle Details stimmen, von der tollen Lounge am Pool, den Sitzgelegenheiten draußen, den stilvollen Gebäuden und natürlich dem Highlight für die Kinder, dem Pool. Es war ein wahnsinnig toller Urlaub, der nur leider viel zu schnell vorbei ging. Vielen Dank dafür…

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Vincent B., Les Bons Villers Belgique

25 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seul au monde !

Villa très agréable et bien équipée. Vue superbe sur les montagnes et la vallée. Pour les personnes qui aiment la tranquillité. Le seul point négatif est l’accès en voiture…un peu compliqué

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pascal F.

21 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toller Urlaub mit wunderschöner Aussicht

Wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt. Das Haus und die Umgebung waren sehr sauber und gepflegt. Perfekt um ein paar ruhige Tage zu verbringen. Die Aussicht auf die Berge und das Tal hat uns jeden Tag aufs neue fasziniert. Der Kontakt vor Ort war sehr nett und hilfsbereit bei allen Fragen.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andre B.

5 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa in the middle of tuskany

Very nice place for any group. The location is a little bit hard to get to but once there its all worth it. Would recommend.

8/10 Good

Geert D.

14 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A really nice house, a great host, a magnificent location but you need to drive min. 1h for a visit

If you are looking for rest and privacy in a unique setting you need to be here. Everything is in the house, it's fully equipped but if you want to visit something it's a minimum drive of 1 hour. The host is fantastic and always at your service and very willing to help you.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pierre L.

19 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison extraordinaire

Nous avons vécu un séjour merveilleux dans cette propriété . La communication avec les propriétaires était super facile et rapide. Ils sont super correcte et nous on donné toute la flexibilité nécessaire suite au COVID. La dame de contact sur place, Serena, est super. Elle nous a aidé tout au long du séjour (Réservations etc)et nous a bien conseillé. La maison même est réellement unique. La vue est imprenable. Rare sont les propriétés qui nous ont tellement époustouflés. On ne s’en laisse absolument pas de cette vue. La piscine est sécurisé, chauffé et orienté vers le sud. que demander en plus? La maison a bien été rénové et on s’y sent très vite à la maison. On y trouve tous les ustensiles pour cuisiner et pour prendre l’apéro à la piscine (verre de vin/cocktail en plastique dur etc). Les lits sont bien et assez grands (rare en Italie). On a passé un séjour magique et nous comptons bien y retourner dans le future.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

7 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Montate tranquillo

Just what we needed and wanted this year. Total privacy and quiet in this lovely old farmhouse and pool. We enjoyed the 20 minute drive down to Barga which was also quiet! Serena who looks after Montate was first class and very helpful with her family. The views are fantastic and the wildlife superb. Thank you for a lovely holiday.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nadine L.

26 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We had the best time at Sally's house. The week passed way too fast. We already miss the pool, the stunning view and the beautiful secluded house. We hope to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

22 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house, stylish and comfortable

From the moment we arrived it was clear that a lot of thought had been given to making the most of this property. Rooms were well laid out, and comfortable, and the addition of a downstairs bathroom catered ideally for two families as well as providing an easy link to the outdoor space for ease of use when travelling up from the pool area. The added feature of a games area and music room meant that we were all catered for. The varied seated areas outside added real comfort and choice, with respite from the sun without detracting from the best view that we have ever, ever had from a holiday property. The kitchen is small but we had all that we needed within, and most of the cooking was done on the BBQ provided, and as such never caused an issue. Everyone just simply loved this place!

8/10 Good

christophe r., zoersel belgië

4 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gezellig basic huis met prachtig uitzicht

Leuk huisje met mooi uitzicht. Zeer rustig en afgelegen van de bewoonde wereld. Voor een rustvakantie is deze plek perfect. Als je de buurt / bezienswaardigheden wil bezoeken moet je altijd wel wat km doen + steeds het vervelend weggetje doen naar het huis.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisetta K.

27 Dec 2018

Perfect destination vacation in the real Italy.

Montate has it all, panoramic views, beautiful pool, scenic drives that will get your attention, proximity to fantastic day trips (cycling the ramparts in Lucca, atmospheric local villages, hot springs, spelunking.) Tasteful, spotless, comfortable accommodations. Excellent farm to table ingredients easily available. And THE best villa manager on the planet. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer, but we’ll have to return when we have more time to visit the Cinque Terre. Did I mention the views? For al fresco dining—none better.

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

7 Oct 2018

Little Corner of Paradise

We needed a break from the daily grind and we were very lucky to be able to stay here in June. The house was big for just the two of us but it was extremely welcoming and homely. This was a very different break for us, we usually go to a hotel but it was so nice to drive ourselves around and explore the surrounding areas. I'm sure we'll be back again one day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

2 Aug 2018

Beautiful and stunning location in the Tuscan mountains.

A beautiful week at this property. The pool, amenities, house are all fantastic and it is the perfect base for day trips to Lucca, Pisa and the beach. Barga is a pretty little town with some lovely restaurants and cafes and the best ice cream store - Theobroma, just outside the old town entrance.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hemma F.

28 July 2018

Atemberaubende Aussicht, heimeliges Haus

Wir haben den Aufenthalt im Montate sehr genossen. Besonders schön ist der Ausblick von der Veranda aus. Nach den Tischtennisturnieren suchten wir Abkühlung im Pool, die Kinder oft stundenlang. Der lebendige Ort Barga bleibt uns in bester Erinnerung!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

23 July 2018

Just a stunning location

Yes the road up the mountain is a little hairy first time (and in the dark) but wow is it worth it. The views are incredible. House is very comfortable with lots of places to just hang out, read books, swim in the pool and just seriously relax. If you want to be out and about every day this maybe isn't the place for you because it is a 20 minute drive into Barga (a lovely place) and you have to concentrate hard. But if, like us, you mostly want to stay and relax then there's nowhere better. There is a nice walk down the hill into Barga which takes an hour. We hired a 9 seater van and could just about get down the driveway - but back up was hairy and challenging. As long as you have something smaller you'll be fine. Serena looked after us well. All in all a fabulous family holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sally Mais

Our Tuscan adventure has included a year living at Montate when our youngest daughter was born in the local hospital. We have enjoyed restoring the property and sharing it with others has been extremely rewarding. We have rented it out from the moment we bought it - our first guests experienced it without the pool and still loved it! Over the years we've had families, honeymooners, long term visitors and even a film crew enjoying the house.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the area whilst on holiday in Lucca in 2000 and set about looking for the right property. We decided to base our search around the wonderful hilltop town of Barga, which has so much to offer all year round. When we first saw Montate and marvelled at that incredible view, we knew there could be nowhere else that would match it for sheer beauty and tranquility.

What makes this property unique

The ever-changing, spectacular view is what our guests tend to rave about, as well as the privacy and seclusion. Some guests rarely move from the house, choosing to get supplies at the beginning of their stay and then not venturing far from the pool. Others choose a more active route and use the house as a base for local walks and day trips to the many varied and wonderful Tuscan towns nearby. The house has been decorated and furnished to a high standard and offers various places outdoors and indoors, to relax and enjoy the surroundings.