Classic Tuscan Home with Private Garden in the Old Walled City

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Entire home

The front door of the house, accessed from within the walls of the old city.

Our house is the white one, perched above the city gate.

The second bedroom, with two single beds that can be combined.

The third bedroom, which has two single beds.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Washer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Explore the area

Barga, Toscana

Duomo di San Cristoforo10 min walk
Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini14 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa20 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This is the rare home in Barga that is located in the old, medieval walled part of the city, yet also contains an outdoor garden and patio that looks out onto the peaceful valley -- ideal for grilling, quietly reading with a glass of wine, gardening, or just relaxing under the grape vines.

The house is cozy and decorated in traditional style, yet large enough for a group of 6, with 3 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a large well-appointed kitchen. You are mere steps away from charming local cafés, fabulous restaurants, and the town's jazz club.

Barga is a magical town, and a wonderful place from where to explore Italy. By car, you are a quick drive to Pisa, Florence, and the beach, and the city of Lucca is easily accessible by bus as well. However, Barga itself is home to some of the region's best restaurants, as well as many world-class musicians (the Jazz and Opera festivals are not to be missed!), so you may not want to leave the city limits! There are also many great hikes and walks that originate in Barga, so if you are looking for some extremely picturesque exercise you have also come to the right place.

Property manager

Zach Cutler

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before noon

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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

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

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

About the area

Barga

This holiday home is located in Barga. Ponte della Maddalena and Verrucole Fortress are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese. Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Avventura Sospeso nel Verde are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cave exploring, hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.

Barga, Toscana

What's nearby

Duomo di San Cristoforo - 10 min walk
Apuan Alps - 8 min drive
Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 14 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa - 20 min drive
Forte dei Marmi Beach - 82 min drive

Getting around

Barga Fornaci di Barga Station - 15 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar Alpino - ‬5 min walk
‪Shamrock - ‬6 min walk
‪Bar Del Paologas - ‬6 min walk
‪Caffè Capretz - ‬3 min walk
‪Pub 46 - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Tuscan Home with Private Garden in the Old Walled City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Tuscan Home with Private Garden in the Old Walled City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Tuscan Home with Private Garden in the Old Walled City?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Classic Tuscan Home with Private Garden in the Old Walled City located?

Situated in Barga, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Duomo di San Cristoforo and within 6 miles (10 km) of Parco Levigliese and Apuan Alps. Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini and Parco del Levigliese are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ulf A., Göteborg, Sweden

23 July 2023

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

Fantastic accomendation i Barga!

We wanted a relaxing place with charm, low pace atmosphere and found it. Still, within minutes from restaurants, gelateria, cafees etc. We truly enjoyed ourselfes in this house, with a great little garden. All facilities for a confortable stay and stone walls to keep the heat out. Zach was also most supporting and helpful host along the way. Highly recomended!

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giuliano L., Canada

2 Sept 2022

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

Awesome

Excellent experience. Will rebook.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

19 July 2022

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

What more could you want?

The property was lovely & clean & so beautifully renovated & having two full bathrooms was a bonus. We were five adults & the house with all its different seating areas was very spacious - much more so than the photos would suggest. There were two indoor eating areas but we always seemed to use the outdoor one under the beautiful grapevine with spectacular views up to Sommocolonia. Although it was a heatwave for that time of year at 34c the house with its external and internal shutters & thick stone walls thankfully remained very cool. The kitchen had everything & more that you could need for cooking although we only ate in for one evening as it was such a short walk to a range of great restaurants. Overall we would highly recommend staying at the property where every need had been anticipated & provided for.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Russell I., Sydney Australia

13 Oct 2019

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

Authentic Hilltop village

Property was good quality with wonderful terrace. Short walk to half dozen good restaurants and a bar. Access only for local cars, so one needs local taxi to carry luggage inside the walls. Wifi would have been an advantage. Recommended.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

12 Sept 2019

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

Barga Scottish Week

Great accommodation. Three of us stayed here for one week. We each had a bedroom to ourselves and appreciated having two bathrooms. The house is located very centrally. We were attending the Barga Scottish Week and were attending classes in the old town every day so we were literally minutes from our classes which were located around the old town. The outside patio area was perfect for having breakfast and evening drinks with beautiful scenery of the Barga hills and countryside. The owner was exceptionally helpful and accommodating. We would love to return.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

29 July 2019

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

Best Terrace and View

We come to Barga every few years, and this was our best view ever in Barga. It was mesmerizing. I’d get up early to watch the sun rise while reading with a cup of tea on the terrace. The apartment is charming, spacious, very nicely decorated in the Tuscan tradition, and very well stocked with everything one needs. Cooking was easy and dining on the terrace under the grape arbor was divine. We would use the sage, rosemary and bay leaves from the terrace garden. Sometimes we would cook and other times we would get take out pizza. There are a lot of books in the apartment, and you can also get free books to read at the little old red phone booth library at the bottom of the hill. We know the village of Barga very well, and it’s as charming and friendly as you read about. The apartment is right on the ancient wall. There are many wonderful restaurants and coffee shops within a five minute walk from the apartment. Jeremy and Zach are great hosts, too. We will definitely be back! Thank you for a wonderful stay. We left only yesterday, and I miss the apartment, terrace, and view already.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie N.

18 July 2019

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

Excellent Barga location

Very spacious and well equipped family home with amazing views from the garden terrace. Barga is beautiful and would book again without hesitation. Good central location for exploring North Tuscany too!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaity D.

19 Mar 2019

Beautiful Villa with great views!

Zach was a wonderful host! The house was exactly as pictured and everything was nice and clean. Zach was immediately available when we struggled a little to find the home (it was dark, much easier in the day time) and always replied promptly to any questions. I would definitely stay here again! Thank you Zach, and thank your brother Jeremy for all the great suggestions and recommendations!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

John S.

13 Sept 2018

A wonderful experience!

This charming home, which was exactly as shown in the photos, was the perfect base for relaxing as well as exploring Barga Vecchia and beyond. Our group of 5 found the house to be spacious, well appointed, and highly functional, with a lovely outdoor sitting area under a grape arbor where we passed many blissful hours. Although we did not plan it, our stay coincided with a 2-week music festival that really allowed us to immerse ourselves in local culture! We did not have a car so we did not have to deal with parking, which could be challenging at times. Zach was very helpful during the planning stages of our trip, and we greatly enjoyed the hiking, restaurant, and other tips he provided. One thing to be aware of: If you need/want wifi access at the house, read the caveat about internet provision closely and come prepared with a mobil wifi unit.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

2 Sept 2018

A lovely house in a wonderful town

We had a fantastic 10 days in Barga, a lovely old town, full of character, with many lovely restaurants. The house is also full of character, very spacious with all the modern day comforts but without taking anything away from the traditional feel of a Tuscan property. The views from the garden are breathtaking and we enjoyed breakfast under the grape vine looking out across the mountains. We stayed in early August when it was very hot so could not take advantage of the beautiful walks. Also the house does not have air con but it didn’t get unbearably hot inside, staying surprisingly cool most of the time. This is a great base to visit Pisa, Lucca and Florence but we also found plenty to do in Barga. A car is a must but be prepared for some tricky winding roads! Zach is a great host, very responsive to my many questions! Highly recommended.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John P.

14 Oct 2017

Heaven on earth

This was a great house. The rooms are large and airy, the kitchen was perfect and the outdoor space was wonderful.. We had coffee outside watching the sun come up over the mountains, and we had wine, watching the sun set. It's a very quick walk to town. We hiked from Barga to Sommocolonia which was truly spiritual for us. We love Barga. I would recommend this house for all and I would love to rent it again. Kathy and John

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne and Jim D.

23 July 2017

Great house in the old town of Barga. Loved the garden overlooking the hills.

Ideal house for our family of 6. Lots of space and all the facilities we needed. Spent a lot of time under the shaded outdoor dining area. House stayed cool as the temperatures rose. Rustic and perfectly positioned in the old town of Barga. A few minutes walk to shops, bars and restaurants but quiet and peaceful with beautiful views from bedroom windows.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Zach Cutler

We are two brothers who inherited the house from our mother, who bought it as a shell and rebuilt it into a wonderful home full of warm memories. Although initially we intended to sell the home, once we went to Barga to sign the paperwork, we realized that keeping the place was a wonderful way to pay tribute to our mother's dream. Since then we have fallen in love with the people of Barga, and it has become our second home. We hope to share this amazing place with you so you can see the magic of Barga yourselves.

What makes this property unique

The garden is one of the most wonderfully peaceful places you will ever experience, and the home itself is incredibly charming and spacious. However, within moments of wandering through the walled city of Barga, you will stumble upon a wonderful cafe or restaurant, and you will meet the amazing people who make the town so special.