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Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
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Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Marginone
  • Popular LocationPinocchio Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationTerme di Montecatini14 min drive
  • Popular LocationTerme Tettuccio16 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Bidet · Toilet

Shower room 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence

Located in one of the most beautiful hilly areas around Lucca, “Tenuta Albereta” is a charming villa, full of character, in a picturesque setting. It is next to the ancient village of Montecarlo, famous for its wines, oil and food. The beautiful villa is in the middle of olive trees, vineyards and woods, with a swimming pool open from may to September. It is ideal for families who love spending time in natural environment, relaxing and going for long walks.
The villa is surrounded by a garden, a pine wood, vineyards and olive trees. Nearby the are horse stables, tennis courts, golf courses, cycling.
We only rent the whole property to one party per time so privacy is never compromised.
At the ground floor you can find a furnished kitchen, a dining room, a living room, a toilet and a bedroom. At the first floor there are 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and one 4 person bedroom. In front of the house there is a depandance with a bathroom, a double bed and a single bed.
"Tenuta Albereta" is the perfect starting point to visit places full of historical and artistic interest: Lucca (22km),The sandy beaches of Versilia (40km), Pisa (38 km), Florence (50 km), Siena (130km).
If you are 3-4 families with children, you will really enjoy a week’s holiday in Tenuta Albereta.
With an open air barbecue area, the lovely patio is ideal for outside meals. After a hot day of sightseeing it will be great to come back to a splash in the pool and a cold beer on the terrace, before lighting the bbq and putting on some of the superb sausages from the local supermarket. .
Upon your arrival you will receive a welcome basket with local products like wine, oil, jam, honey, everything made in Tenuta Albereta.

Guests will have access to the entire villa, swimming pool, bbq, pine forest, vineyards and olive groves. The villa has a private car park for the exclusive use of its guests.
To help you better organize your days you will find a guide to discover the corners and secret coves of Tuscan, culinary directions and maps.
Upon request you can book a transfer service to and from Pisa airports.
Upon request, your pets may accompany you during your stay. Please inform us prior to your arrival so that we can organize the best welcome to your four-legged travelling companion.
We are at guests' disposal, in 15 minutes we will at the villa.
We organize cooking lessons, cooking lab (pizza, pasta, bread, focaccia, cakes, jam) Tenuta Albereta.


Property manager

Alessandra Donati

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 outdoor lighting and a deadlock

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

Altopascio

Located in Altopascio, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Porta Fiorentina and Villa Garzoni are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Terme di Montecatini and Fattoria del Teso. Centro Storico di Buggiano and Pinocchio Park are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Marginone

What's nearby

  • Tenuta del Buonamico - 7 min drive
  • Pinocchio Park - 14 min drive
  • Terme di Montecatini - 14 min drive
  • Terme Excelsior - 15 min drive
  • Terme Tettuccio - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Montecarlo Station - 4 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fattoria La Torre - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Del Vecchio Olivo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Tabaccheria Bistrot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Piazzetta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Il Fornello - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Villa with private pool between Lucca and Florence located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Fattoria del Teso and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Tenuta del Buonamico. Tenute di Badia and Oak Tree of Pinocchio are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschön
Ein wunderschönes Grundstück, wir hatten eine wunderschöne Urlaubswoche
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lone F.

Skønt hus med masser af plads til mange og en dejlig pool
Skønt hus med masser af plads til en stor familie på 13 prs. Poolenvar et total hit med 5 børn og voksne vandhunde. Beliggenhed fin tæt på indkøb, hovedveje. God is i Altopascio . Eneste minus var myggene som var en stor plage. Værten var meget imødekommende og hjælpsom med tips til restauranter og udflugtsmål. Vi kommer gerne igen medbringende svensk myggespray
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William K.

A Special Family Tri[p
William K. Thr trip to end all trips   5 of 5 First off, a special thanks to Alessandra, Sabrina,Mirco and everyone else who turned this trip into such a fantastic time. We had a total of 28 people join us during the month of June. And everyone of the 28 agreed it could not have been any better. The Villa-pool and grounds were just as wonderful as could be. A bit of magic and heaven for all of us. We like to think it's just being with the Kiaune family but the Villa and the surroundings added so much more. Your efforts and all the others involved made for a great and treasured time. Marginone is such a beautiful little place and right down the road. It boasts a lovely little pastry shop(expresso,cappuccino etc) an upscale Osteria Fellini a pizzeria with pasta dishes and pizza and a beautiful little Church that my wife fell in love with. We heard Angels sing there. And Montecarlo also right down the road has beautiful shops and restaurants. The town of Altopascio has a rail station and you can easily ride to Lucca and Florence and Pisa. So Alessandra again thank you- thank you-thank you. Wish we were still there. Review Submitted: Jul 15, 2015 Date of Stay: May 2015 Source: HomeAway
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gaele E.

tres belle expérience
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette belle maison, nous étions 8 adultes et 6 enfants, la maison est très agréable, spatieuse, il y a même une dépendance pour ceux qui veulent s'isoler un peu plus, on a bien profité de la piscine, il y a un supermarché à 5 minutes de la maison, elle est bien située pour visiter Florence, Lucca, Sienne, Pise et San Gimignano, accueil sympathique d'Alessandra qui nous a préparé un bon repas pour le 1er soir . Nous recommandons cette location
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Dominique D.

Du charme toscan !
Grande maison toscane au charme indéniable où nous avons passé à 9 personnes une semaine très agréable. Nous avons apprécié la vue superbe sur Lucca depuis la vaste terrasse, la tranquillité des lieux à quelques aboiements près, les chambres spacieuses ainsi que la gentillesse des propriétaires et voisins. Seul bémol, l'accès à la maison qui s'effectue par une route très étroite en lacets où, sauf à certains endroits, ne peuvent se croiser 2 véhicules, ce qui peut engendrer une appréhension certaine pour les conducteurs. Par ailleurs, l'entretien des extérieurs (bancs en pierre notamment) ou la vérification du bon fonctionnement des éclairages mériteraient une meilleure attention avant l'arrivée des locataires.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Céline B.

Une maison de charme dans un bel environnement
Maison typique, bien équipée et bien située pour visiter la Toscane.Une très jolie vue sur la campagne et l'ombre appréciable d'un tilleul et d'un châtaigner. Un seul regret : nous avons eu de très fortes chaleurs , nous avons dormi les fenêtres ouvertes (équipées de moustiquaires)...mais nos nuits, dans cet endroit au demeurant très calme, étaient perturbées par les aboiements des deux chiens de la maison voisine.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claude R.

Claude et toute sa famille ont aimés.
Quoi de plus inespéré que de passer 15 jours ensoleillés, dans cette maison pleine de charme, au milieu de la campagne, bordée de grands pins, de chênes, de vignes ,sans parler des oliviers qui bordent la piscine "et qui à été fortement appréciée tout au long ne nos vacances." Nous avons été ravie d'être accueilli par Alessandra qui nous à donné de bonnes adresses, pour découvrir ainsi les mets locaux par l'intermédiaire d'Erica(qui parle bien le Français), et qui nous préparé un soirée dégustation de choix avec possibilité de visites au village de Montécarlo, nous avons passé une soirée authentique, avec achats de vins et d'huile d'olive de la région. Nous avons apprécié également sur ce site de Montecarlo, les soirées musicales, et divers animations ainsi que ces nombreux petits restaurants. Nous avons découvert les sites environnants , montagnes proches avec des chemins de randonnés, ainsi que la proximité des villes , Florence , Pise , Lucca, Montécatini Terme, Pistoia, et dans le Chianti Certaldo Alto " son funiculaire", et la charmante ville médiévale de San Gimignano... Nous vous recommandons cette location pour sa simplicité, ainsi que l'hospitalité et la disponibilité d'Alessandra, qui nous à fait confiance, et laissé sa maison en toute liberté. La Ténuta Albereta, restera longtemps dans nos souvenirs. Claude
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Thr trip to end all trips
First off, a special thanks to Alessandra, Sabrina,Mirco and everyone else who turned this trip into such a fantastic time. We had a total of 28 people join us during the month of June. And everyone of the 28 agreed it could not have been any better. The Villa-pool and grounds were just as wonderful as could be. A bit of magic and heaven for all of us. We like to think it's just being with the Kiaune family but the Villa and the surroundings added so much more. Your efforts and all the others involved made for a great and treasured time. Marginone is such a beautiful little place and right down the road. It boasts a lovely little pastry shop(expresso,cappuccino etc) an upscale Osteria Fellini a pizzeria with pasta dishes and pizza and a beautiful little Church that my wife fell in love with. We heard Angels sing there. And Montecarlo also right down the road has beautiful shops and restaurants. The town of Altopascio has a rail station and you can easily ride to Lucca and Florence and Pisa. So Alessandra again thank you- thank you-thank you. Wish we were still there.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William K.

The Trip of all Trips
I just want to say to you, Sabrina, Mirco and all the people who made our stay so fantastic, a hearty thank you. Everything was memorable and all of the family and friends could not say enough about the Villa and the wonderful time that was had by all. It was a bit of magic and heaven for all of us. We like to think it's just being with the Kiaune family but the Villa and the surroundings added so much more. Your efforts and all the others involved made for a great and treasured time. Marginone is a beautiful little place and many fell in love with it. A beautiful pastry shop(expresso,cappucino etc) an upscale Osteria Fellini(great pasta dishes and pizza) And a beautiful little church were the people sang like Angels. Brought a teat to my wife's eye. Likewise with Montecarlo with it's restaurants and shops also just a bit down the road. a train station in Alto pascio makes travel to Lucca and Florence easy. So please, again, thank everyone for us. We so had a great and wonderful time
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Connie P.

Wonderful Tuscany Vacation
Ten friends traveled from North Carolina in the US to vacation at Alessandra's villa in Marginone. Everyone had a great time. Small groups did various day trips. We visited and ate in Montecarlo, and Marginone. We took the train to Pisa, some went to Rome for two days or Florence for the day. I went with three others to Cinque Tierre and hiked from Monterossa to Vernazza - absolutely gorgeous. We all came together one night for one of Alessandra's cooking class and dinner. The outside table and porch area were perfect for our dinner. It was even warm enough to enjoy the pool. The house is clean and comfortable and the property is well kept. For we Americans, the kitchen was a little small, but we managed just fine. We traveled and ate most dinners out. I would give a 4.5 but the program won't let me do one half of a star. Enjoy. Connie and Ricki
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Villa for Group Holiday
Tenuta Albereta is a great venue for a group holiday and value for money. The accommodation matched our expectations with comfortable spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The living areas worked well including the outdoor barbecue area under the verandah. Added to this, the grounds are well set out and private. The services and hospitality provided by the owner (Alessandra) were first class. The nearby town of Marginone (500 metres) has a very good Osteria/Pizzeria plus some useful local shops. Market and supermarket shopping is at Altopascio (about 4km away). The town of Montecarlo (2km) is a highlight and also has some more fine restaurants. Visiting Lucca is a must. We very much enjoyed our stay at Tenuta Albereta.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Axel S.

A lovely place in Serchio valley
We spent a fantastic holiday for two weeks at this beautiful and quiet place near Lucca. We stayed there with two families. it is a very nice place from where nearly every destination in Tuscanny can be reached within 2 hours. It is also a nice spot to begin hiking tours in the apuanian alps and the serchio valley. We didn´t miss anything within the two weeks and the guidance and help of Alessandra made everything easy an comfortable. Thanks a lot.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claude G.

Maison magnifique à louer pour famille et amis
Nous avons passé une semaine mémorable dans cette splendide maison, spacieuse, très bien équipée, située dans un endroit tranquille, avec une vue magnifique sur la Toscane et aussi assez près des villes touristiques à visiter. J'aimerais remercier personnellement Alessandra Donati qui nous a accueilli très chaleureusement et nous a bien conseillé (ex: trouver des taxis pour un mariage à Lucca). Nous avons aussi pu profiter d'un cours de cuisine toscane à la villa, grâce à Alessandra. Toutes les personnes qui étaient avec nous loueraient cette maison, sans hésiter, lors d'un prochain voyage en Toscane. On en rêve encore!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marie Claude L.

Vacances de rêve
Notre plus beau séjour en italie. Maison extraordinaire: confortable, spacieuse, propre, bien équipée. La route à partir de Ponte à Moriano monte en une série de lacets étroits (extrèmement étroits) mais on s'y fait. La vue et la maison compensent largement ce petiti inconvénient. Rien à redire, on y retourne !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

joseph r.

Maison parfaite pour un groupe d'amis ou famille
Maison de belle qualité , équipements trés corrects , située dans un lieu idéalement calme et en position centrale pour visiter cette belle Toscane.Acceuil et renseignements fournis par la propriétaire trés intéressants . Maison à louer et à relouer !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

monique v.

Satisfaits !
Appartement très bien situé. C'était très agréable de pouvoir se balader dans Lucca et revenir se reposer à l'appartement. Certaines nuits, les chambres étaient très confortables car calmes mais le restaurant du coin de la rue est malheureusement parfois bruyant ! Les clients viennent fumer et discuter dans la rue ... A part cela c'était super ! Beaucoup apprécié le joli bouquet du jardin de Donatella.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

TRANNOY M.

séjour à Lucca
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié ce séjour.La maison était spacieuse et confortable. L'accueil des propriétaires a été chaleureux et ils ont été d'une grande disponibilité. Nous avons aussi apprécié la piscine très proche et très agréable dans la verdure
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rosa M.

Estupenda
"La casa es grande y muy comoda para grupos grandes.Quiza necesitaria un poco de reforma pero en global es un estancia muy agradable y la piscina es un punto. Importante."
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle R.

A kind of paradise!
We rented the full house for the ten of us (4 adults and 6 children) in august 2013. We all spent 2 wonderful weeks in this place! The view from the house is just wonderful. All equipments needed to spend good time on holidays are there, especially the kitchen was a great place to cook italian food! The materials in the house are typical and the decoration is really nice. The neighbors were also really kind with us. We have so enjoyed going at the river to swim almost everyday in the fresh water and play in the waterfalls! The area is absolutely great with a lot of wonderful things to see and do and so is this house. A kind of paradise in Toscane! Thanks to Alessandra, Margherita and Judith.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

victoria t.

Preciosas vistas y una ca...
Preciosas vistas y una casa campestre con bastantes comodidades. Las habitaciones son amplias y luminosas. El entorno muy tranquilo y hermosos , pero de complicado acceso, carretera empinada y con muchisimas curvas, pero precisamente lo aislado del enclave es parte del encanto. El pueblo próximo, Ponte a Moriano, tiene algunos bares para desayunar, pero por la noche no hay muchos sitios donde cenar. Encantadoras tanto Alessandra (con la que realicé todo el trámite previo), como Margherita, que se esforzó por solucionar un problema que tuvimos con la T.V.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

DAVID T.

Nous étions 4 familles : ...
Nous étions 4 familles : 9 adultes et 7 enfants. Le séjour fut magnifique. Un grand merci à Alessandra pour sa disponibilité avant le séjour et pendant le séjour. Demeure très agréable, spacieuse et confortable. L'espace extérieur très apprécié surtout la piscine autant par les enfants que par les adultes. Petite recommandation : demander à Alessandra de vous préparer votre repas le soir de votre arrivée, vous ne serez pas déçu (quantité et qualité). Ce fut un plaisir de manger les spécialités italiennes préparé par Alessandra qui est une excellente cuisinière. Je vous recommande sans soucis la location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

silvana c.

Casa grande, centralissim...
Casa grande, centralissima e perfetta per visitare tutto il centro storico di Lucca. Abbiamo trascorso tre belle giornate in città e dormito altrettanto bene. I proprietari sono molto gentili e precisi, forse la caparra un po'troppo alta.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

"This is a lovely apartme...
"This is a lovely apartment, light and spacious. Extra bonus was that there was a dishwasher too which I don''t think was mentioned in the description. It is a historic building - three storeys up (no lift but don''t let this put you off) but with space on the ground floor to store bikes (or in our case a pushchair). Several original features remain which added to the lovely atmosphere of the apartment and the area. It is not a swish and modernised place so if you like sparkling stainless steel etc, it may not be for you. Nice views of Piazza della Cittadella from the two front windows. Lots of nice shops (food and otherwise) very handy and a small supermarket about 5 or 6 minutes'' walk away. The railway station is within easy walking distance, as is Piazzale Verdi (where you arrive if you get the bus from Pisa Airport which I would recommend as it''s so easy and only cost 3 Euros each). To the front of the building it is quite lively and sometimes a bit noisy in the evenings, but the bedrooms face the back, which is much quieter so not a problem. Lots of English language reading material stored in the sitting room if you need it. The things which were not quite so great were the beds (not as comfortable as they could have been) and the TV reception which seemed rather sporadic. Free Wi-Fi is available (from Lucca City Tourist Board I think) but also not entirely reliable all the time. The apartment should probably have a fire extinguisher or fire blanket too - easily solved by the owners. The owners and the lady who handled our booking (Alessandra) were all lovely, very helpful and welcoming and there were fresh flowers in three of the rooms when we arrived. I would definitely recommend this place to others, and I feel like it was a lucky find."
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

poncet l.

"Nous avons passé un agré...
"Nous avons passé un agréable séjour en Toscane. La maison était grande spacieuse calme,le temps fut parfait. Nos hotes charmants, nous reviendrons certainement. Nous avons bien apprécié le cours de cuisine d''Alessandra et nous la remercions vivement pour son acceuil et sa gentillesse. Vacances exceptionnelles selon l''avis de tous les participants. Un grand merci."
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cristiano R.

"Soggiorno bellissimo, ca...
"Soggiorno bellissimo, casa comoda e attrezzata di tutto il necessario. Ottimo!"

About the host

Hosted by Alessandra Donati

Host profile image
I manage this Villa with love and fun since 2007.
I love traveling and I love travellers!
I use this house, when it's not rented, for meetings and seminaries because this is the perfect place for interior growth of people

Why they chose this property

Tenuta Albereta is a restored, charming Tuscan house built in the 17th Century nearby Montecarlo, a village up the hills only 20 minutes drive from Lucca. It is an independent unit located in a quiet area. The house surrounded by a garden, a wood and green fields offers the guests a truly unforgettable and peaceful stay. Swimming pool is open from april to september,30.

What makes this property unique

You can pick and eat seasonal fruit, apples, peaches, apricots, pomegranate, grapes, olives, strawberries, blackberries and all kinds of aromatic plants directly from the trees or from the ground.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish
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