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"encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia"

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Pool
Property grounds
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Lucca, Provincia di Lucca
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Guinigi Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Piazza Napoleone
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lucca (LCV)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia"

The "Salvia" apartment is one of the three apartments that are part of the "encantea" holiday home. The large farmhouse, recently renovated, is a location where you would like to stay longer than a simple holiday! The apartment "Salvia" is at just 2 Km from the Historical Centre of Lucca, in a green and quiet area but close to everything.. A large pool of 14x7 metres, in the middle of the big garden of 2 hectares, is available for the guests.
Each apartment has a private place at the pool with umbrella and sun loungers.
The apartment "Salvia" is a nest for two people: you’ll find it on the ground floor when you enter from the large garden. As per all the apartments at Encantea, there is ample space, made for living and relaxing. One can almost smell the perfume of the fresh and delicate décor and furniture in the entire apartment: from the large kitchen and the day area with a fireplace, to the double bedroom and the bathroom.
The bedroom has a door window to the outside and is furnished with attention to detail.
The wooden beams and an old brick wall in making the room very pleasant.
The bathroom, covered in mosaics, consisting of a glass shower, sink, toilet, bidet and hair dryer.
In front we find a anteroom with wardrobe, sink and mirror.
The kitchen is characterized by an old brick wall in sight (original), is furnished with attention to detail and it is equipped with table and chairs.
The living room has two entrances: one by the large garden and the other by the court.
Outdoor in front of the apartment is available a gazebo with table and chairs.

Property manager

Giovanna and Francesco
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Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
The apartment is for only 2 people.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
During your stay is not allowed to invite friends or relatives for reasons of insurance coverage and for the respect and peace of other guests.
The air conditioning and the heating are on consumption.
I let you know that at your arrival must be paid cash a security deposit against damages of 250 euro that will be returned at the end of stay.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site 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
Property Registration Number IT046017C2FV4P2QM7

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Lucca

Located in Lucca, this holiday home is in a rural area. Monte Castellare and Massaciuccoli Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Puccini Museum and Lucca Botanical Gardens. Pinocchio Park and Orto Botanico di Pisa are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Lucca, Provincia di Lucca

What's nearby

  • City Wall - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Guinigi Tower - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Walls of Lucca - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Piazza Napoleone - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Lucca San Pietro a Vico Station - 8 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atelier Damiano Carrara - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Locanda Buatino - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Fenice SRL - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Marinella - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Hong Kong SNC - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia" have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is "encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "encantea" lovely country house - apartment "Salvia" located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Porta Santa Maria, Piazza Santa Maria and Museum of Torture. Basilica of San Frediano and Campo di Marte Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr empfehlenswert
Sehr freundlicher Empfang, eine gepflegte Anlage zum absoluten Wohlfühlen. Die Vermieter haben an viele Kleinigkeiten in der Ausstattung gedacht, die eine Akklimatisierung sehr schnell ermöglichen. "The Wallet" ist gut erreichbar, mit ausreichend großen, kostenlosen Parkmöglichkeiten vor der Stadtmauer. Kleiner Supermarkt in der Nähe, aber hervorragend sortiert u.a. mit großer Auswahl an Frischfleisch und Frischfisch.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raf D., Veldhoven, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with fantastic host!
Fantastic host, great place, clean, quite… just wonderful and really close to Lucca!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatrix H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Urlaub im September 2022
Wir waren im Septenber 2022 für 14 Tage in dieser Unterkunft, die Ferienwohnung war super, sehr sauber und toll eingerichtet. Die Gastgeber Giovanna und Francesco waren super freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit. Giovanna hat uns viele gute Informationen gegeben,wir konnten sie zu jederzeit um Hilfe bitten. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschöne Urlaubswoche
Die Wohnungen und die Anlage sind top gepflegt, sauber und wirklich schick. Die Wohnungen sind komplett ausgestattet, es gibt überdachte Terrassenbereiche, die Möglichkeit zu Grillen. Der Pool ist sehr gepflegt, genau wie auch die gesamte, riesige Aussenanlage. Absolut empfehlenswert! sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice holiday 2022
We have almost 2 weeks (29-30) in this beautiful location. The pool and the area next to was very good. The appartment with aircondition was in the local Toscana style :) We can only recommend this beautiful place in Lucca. And the host Giovanna was nice and very friendly and informative. Best regards Ole
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We komen terug!
Deze accomodatie heeft alles: een geweldig zwembad , airco in de slaapkamer (tegen betaling), een heerlijk eigen plekje om te ontbijten en genoeg schaduwplekken. Op de fiets ben je binnen 10 minuten in hartje centrum in Lucca Internet bij get zwembad uitstekend, maar in de accomodatie zelf onvoldoende bereik.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
This place is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for seeing Lucca, Viareggio and Pisa. We hired bikes for 11 days and used the excellent train service to get about. You can even get to Florence easily on the train. Therefore I don’t think it’s essential to have a car unless you want to go further afield. Giovanna was absolutely fantastic, a lovely lady who couldn’t do enough for us, and Francesco was always a smiling face. I would highly recommend this property and would definitely come back again, especially staying in the Salvia apartment. Thank you Giovanna you truly helped us to have a fabulous holiday!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine wunderschöne Ferienwohnung
Der Garten und der Pool sind ein Genuss und Giovanna eine feinfühlige Gastgeberin
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war eine sehr schöne Toskana Reise
Es ist ein sehr schönes und großräumiges Objekt. Eine wunderschöne und ruhige Lage. Aber nicht weit ins Zentrum von Lucca. Wir waren an verschiedenen schönen Orten in der Umgebung, wie Vinci, Pisa, Barga und Florenz. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr großzügig gestaltet und sehr schön ausgestattet. Vielen Dank an die netten und freundlichen Vermieter Giovanna und Francesco Das Abschiedsgeschenk die Pflanze Japanischer Geißbart (je Länger je Lieber) ist in unseren Garten eingepflanzt, nochmals vielen Dank.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay....
Great location, within walking distance of Lucca (20mins), very spacious accommodation. Pool great. Giovanna friendly and helpful, would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing holiday in a lovely spacious and comfortable flat.
The property is the ground floor apartment. It is very comfortable and is well fitted out. It is also only a short drive from the nearest village and just five minutes from Lucca itself. We had a lovely week long stay (our second at the property) and again enjoyed the quietness, having a patio space right outside and the pool closeby. Being on the ground floor the flat is cool and airy. Francesca and Giovanni are wonderful, kind hosts and were around everyday should we have needed them. They made us extremely welcome and we hope to return again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Great holiday accommodation and holiday base
We stayed in the Salvia apartment which was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Giovanna was on-site when we arrived and gave us an excellent introduction to the property and also advice reagrding nearby amentities and attractions. She was also around the property on most mornings in case we encountered any problems. She was extremely helpful in assisting us get the best from our time in Lucca. The property had lots of room, was well equiped and nicely decorated with some extra added touches that helped it feel like a home. The place was quiet and secure and just as described on the website. Being slightly outside the town of Lucca we were pleased to have use of a car, as otherwise it is about a 30 minute walk to the town. There is plenty of parking space on the property and thus we never had an issue with being unable to park nearby, which could well have been a problem if we had been in the town itself. Lucca is a great base for exploring the area, either by car or train. If we ever wanted to stay in the area again we would certainly be happy to re-book this apartment and would thoroughly recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M., Portland

Lovely apartment outside the walls of Lucca
Darling apartment which made for a nice base to do Lucca for a day, see the countryside ,and do Cinque Terrre.The owners are very gracious and helpful but not intrusive. The property is picturesque and we enjoyed having breakfast outsideon our little terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hermann R.

Eine sehr schöne Ferienanlage
Die Wohnung, in einer schönen Gesamtanlage im Erdgeschoss, war sehr schön und mit allem eingerichtet, was man für einen mehrwöchigen Urlaub benötigt. Francesco und Giovanna haben sich liebevoll um jedes Detail selbst gekümmert und hatten immer einen Rat für die alltäglichen Urlaubsprobleme. Das Feriendomiziel ist auf jeden Fall weiter zu empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Philippa J.

Lovely setting close to Lucca
Giovanna was very friendly and helpful; the property was clean and well appointed and the grounds and pool were beautifully kept. Proximity to Lucca was a key factor for us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JULIA T.

What a little gem
What a little gem we found here, a lovely apartment furnished just right with 4 large rooms and four separate outside seating areas if you count the pool area, lovely large well kept gardens and a pool to die for in the Italian heat. Giovanna is a lovely lady always on hand in the mornings to answer any questions you have while she is tending to her morning gardening duties. Supermarket, butchers, pizzeria, bar all 10 minutes walk away or 2 minutes in the car. Lucca town centre is about 20-25 minutes walk away or 5 minutes in the car with plenty of safe free parking available. Overall a beautiful quiet peaceful location with the only noise coming from the passing farm vehicles. Thanks for a great relaxing holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie B.

Excellent!!
The unit itself was great. A sympathetic renovation of an old farm house with every modern convenience. Giovanna was extremely helpful although her English is limited- as is our Italian. The grounds, about 5 acres of neatly mown grass and trees in the midst of wheat and vegetable crops, were relaxing and the large inground pool very inviting. The well stocked herb garden was an added bonus for cooking. The unit is close to Lucca old town and free all day parking and also to an extremely well stocked supermarket, butcher shop and easy access to the A11
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A J.

Great Hospitality
Great service, great apartment, great view!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Perfect
We stayed in Salvia, the apartment that sleeps 2 people, for 5 nights and could not have asked for anything more. The apartment was clean, comfortable, well laid out and with absolutely everything you could need. We met Giovanna, who is not only friendly and lovely, but went out of her way to make our stay perfect. There's a supermarket and butcher about 10 minutes walk away, a spa, a cooking school, pizzeria, bar and Lucca centre are also all within walking distance. The property has been renovated to an excellent standard; simply but elegantly decorated and beautifully in keeping with Tuscan tradition. All in all, we would recommend this to anyone and we look forward to returning soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Fantastic experience in relaxed environment
We enjoyed a very relaxed stay at Encantea. Everything we thought would be there was there! Great swimming pool: very, very clean. Vast lawn with great views towards the Apuani Alps. Ten minutes by bike to Lucca. 3 minutes by bike to supermarket and gelateria. Appartment Salvia is spacious and even with very hot weather we enjoyed good night sleep. Giovanna (and Francesco) where there every morning to help with anything you asked for. Thanks very much! So far, the best agriturismo we stayed at. Hint: putting some chairs and tables underneath the giant trees next to the portico would enhance the experience even more, especially during hot periods.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

We had a wonderful time!
We really enjoyed our vacation at Encantea. The property is beautiful - as shown in the pictures. The apartment was very cosy and clean, and the pool was just amazing to cool down and relax. We met Giovanna, who was very friendly, helpful and gave us some useful tips. The city center of Lucca is in walking distance, and from there we traveled easily to Florence and Pisa by train. Some shops (like a supermarket and a good ice cream shop) are even closer to the property (10mins walking) We would definitely recommend to spend your holiday at Encantea!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S., Scottsdale, AZ

Beautiful villa in excellent location
Giovanna and Francesco have a beautiful villa just outside Lucca. It is perfectly maintained with a gorgeous swimming pool and grounds. We stayed for 10 days in a delightful, one-bedroom apartment. Giovanna gave us many helpful ideas about restaurants, shops, and trips and we had a perfect time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G., null

A little slice of heaven
Me and my boyfriend stayed in the Salvia villa for a week and what an amazing week it was. Giovanna met us on our arrival and explained everything we needed to know about the villa and Lucca itself, from where to find the local supermarket to a recommendation for a lovely restaurant in the hills. The villa, despite being the smaller of the four, was really spacious, had everything you could possibly need and was spotless. We had a table directly outside our villa where we ate our dinner a couple of nights. We also had a table available for us by the poll. Talking of the pool, it's beautiful. Each villa is allocated loungers around the pool which is a great idea as it means you don't get any of the 'towels on the lounger reservation' stuff you get at hotels. There's lots of space around the pool so we never felt crowded, even when all the guests were around the pool. Lucca is about half an hour walk away or a few minutes drive to the walls. It was our first visit to Lucca and it's a beautiful little place. Riding a bike along the top of the walls was a highlight. Encantea is really close to Pisa and about an hours drive to Florence. But there are also lots of smaller towns and villages near by that are worth a look. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Encantea and I hope we'll be back there soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Annette S.

A nice place to stay close to Lucca
We stayed at Encatea one week during May and enjoyed it very much. The owners Francesco and Giovanna are very friedly and helpful. The property has a really big garden – absolute the same, as you can see on the pictures. Both owners are ofeten in the morning in the garden. That gives you the possibility to contact them quite easy. They are very cautious and help you with things, as fast as possible (e.g. as they saw, that we had just a little umbrella for our 8 month old baby against the sun, they directly brought us a big and good one onto our terrace). In the garden you find a little herb garden, with herbs you can use for cooking. The pool is very clean. It was nice to sit under the trees close to the pool. The appartement was clean and good eqipped. With arrival they had already placed a baby bed into our bedroom. The poperty is very close to Lucca. It is possible to go by feet (or going out jogging in the evening on the nice big walls of Lucca). We mostly went by car to a free parking place close to the walls. The town is very nice and atmospheric. All around we can recommend to choose Encatea for a nice stay close to Lucca. Thak you to Francesco and Giovanna
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful apartment in prime location in Lucca
We have just returned from a wonderfully relaxing holiday. The apartment was clean, comfortable and well maintained and had all the amenities necessary for us and our 18 month old daughter. The shared pool was wonderful and we had many a happy hour swimming and splashing around in it to cool down at the end of the day. The apartment is in an excellent location just outside Lucca (approximately 35 mins walk to the city walls) and provides a perfect base for exploring the beautiful region of Tuscany. For that reason we would recommend having a car. In addition there are several beaches 20 - 30 mins drive away. Lucca itself is a lovely peaceful city with lots of places to eat and drink. The city walls provide a great walk and there are lots of parks for young children. We would definitely consider returning and would most definitely recommend this accommodation for other families or couples looking to enjoy a holiday that combines sightseeing with an opportunity to have some relaxing days by the pool or at the beach.

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