We rented this villa to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. It was fabulous for all ages. We were a group of 13 ranging in age from 77 to 22 months. Carla and Juri are the owners and the most amazing hosts. They helped plan activities like horseback riding. They also solved problems. (We needed a doctor when the baby got sick).
The Villa is beautiful, immaculately clean and completely up to date on amenities, Including a TV, VCR, Hair dryer, electric coffee pot, washer, and dryer.
There are 4 bedrooms with extra large queen size beds, l bedroom with a set of twins, and in the annex a bedroom with 3 twins. All rooms have AC, screens, and shutters.
The kitchen is modern and well stocked with plenty of glassware, dishes, pots, pans, etc. Carla even stocks oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar, flour, and some spices. It is perfect if you want to cook.
I had Carla provide breakfast for us on our first morning. It included juice, coffe, milk, cereal, yogurt, fresh breads, sweet rolls, jams, fruits, Nutella, cheeses and meats. I highly recommend this. It saved us from having to get to a store right away and it was so plentiful it lasted several days.
The real highlight is to have Carla cook a traditional Tuscan dinner and dine as group out on the Veranda overlooking the gorgeous valley.
The pool does not have a true shallow end but it is large and is salt water. There are plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas around the pool. There is also a hot and cold water shower poolside to rinse off. Pool towels were provided.
The Villa is 7 miles from Lucca, 16 miles from Pisa and 40 miles to Florence. The mountains surround the valley and make for a lovely drive. There is something for everyone. We did a wine tour, biked, snorkeled, hiked, and did canyoning. The sightseeing is unlimited.
All I can say is “IF THIS VILLA IS AVAILABLE, BOOK IT! You will not be disappointed. Carla and Juri will make your stay a little bit of heaven.
