Detached villa, light and airy, elegantly furnished, stylish, spacious in private enclosed gardens, parking within the grounds for several cars—smart TV's, Wifi 50mbps.
Complimentary wine and Prosecco on arrival. Hampers on request.
The modern kitchen on the ground floor is equipped with everything you would require to make a fabulous Italian feast. Off the kitchen through the patio doors, dine on the shaded terrace with a sizeable black granite table overlooking the garden.
The heated private pool, 9.5 x 4 x 1.5m, is paved with travertine and decking, and the new hot tub with 76 jets has seating for five and includes two chaise Longue. The outdoor kitchen comprises gas and wood-fired BBQs (wood provided), a smoker, a pizza oven, a fridge, a sink and workstation, and a bar with stools, making the friendly side of pizza-making enjoyable. The loggia also offers shaded dining in the garden. The fire pit has comfortable seating to enjoy cosy evenings watching the stars and wildlife that roam the forest. Beautiful lawns surround all this, and beyond are olive terraces and forest.
Inside the villa are three bedrooms, each with a balcony, lovely views, very comfortable beds, memory foam cool mattresses, beautiful white linen, and tasteful furniture that was carefully chosen to give each room individuality and space. White Christy's bath towels and spa bath robes are provided, and four bathrooms 2 are en-suite, all with quality fittings, Carrara marble tiles and heated towel rails. The sitting room is comfortably furnished with a huge log fire and glass door (logs provided). There is a sofa bed in the sitting room and a shower room next door. 50-inch Smart TV, Wifi in all rooms garden and pool area.
The villa is ideally situated on the edge of a medieval village at the foothills of the Apennines, an unspoiled part of Italy, Pisa, Lucca, Florence, and beaches such as Lerici and the Cinque Terre with the five famous fishing villages, all within easy driving distance. You can catch the boat from Lerici or La Spezia to the Cinque Terre; boat hopping is a popular way to see the Cinque Terre. If you prefer to take the train, you can reach all these places from Villafranca, 4km from the property.
The area is a paradise for country lovers; at dawn and dusk, it is possible to see the occasional deer and even wild boar. Watch the eagles and other rare birds as they soar above the hills and down the valleys. There is plenty of walking immediately on the doorstep, and mountaintop meadows are abundant with flowers heavy with perfume. The region is scattered with castles steeped in history; you will enjoy the best of Tuscany, the beautiful landscapes, many local restaurants, good food and a warm Italian welcome.
Chef available for Classic Tuscan dishes or BBQ, Pizza your choice. Food and wine hampers on request.