Villa in Emilia-Romagna
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this villa rental
Beautiful 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom property with private pool, situated in a peaceful location deep in the unspoilt Garfagnana, yet only a few minutes from town.
This spacious stone barn has been restored to a very high standard, with all modern conveniences, such as a well-equipped designer kitchen and beautiful shower rooms, yet it retains traditional features such as chestnut beamed ceilings.
The house, while very traditional, has large windows creating a sense of light and airiness not always found in older style properties. It also has the benefit of a large covered terrace on the first floor as well as another open terrace, both of which overlook the garden and pool.
Specifics
Upper floor:
Enter house via large covered terrace into living room/kitchen/diner.
The room is light and spacious with 2 large windows, one with a view of the valley and the other overlooking the pool.
Large dining table with ample space for all to dine, and there are sofas for relaxing.
Choice of sat tv, dvd, and stereo for entertainment plus free wifi connection.
The living room is divided from the kitchen by a serving/preparing area
The kitchen is well equipped with oven; 4 ring electric hob; double sink; microwave; dishwasher; large fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Separate study/quiet room furnished with double sofabed. This room has doors leading to uncovered terrace.
Shower room with jacuzzi shower accessible.
Other main door leads directly to the garden and pool area.
Lower floor:
Internal access to the ground floor from wooden staircase to the night zone, consisting of:
1 double bedroom with en-suite shower room and direct access to lower garden.
1 double bedroom with en suite bathroom.
2 twin bedrooms each with en suite shower rooms.
Free central heating.
Outside:
Covered terrace for eating out and a further large open terrace,
Private infinity pool 11m x 5m with internal steps, set in the flat area of the garden including a shaded area with outdoor sofas.
Ping pong table
For al fresco dining there is ample outdoor dining space and bbq.
A little about the area:
Please note that automated distance information can be misleading in rural areas. Although some places may appear close “as the crow flies,” walking routes are often impractical.
Situated on the hillside, within a 500M of a restaurant, and only 2km from the local market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana with its bars, restaurants, shops, train station and famous Thursday morning market.
The beautiful medieaval town of Barga, with its great restaurants, art, music and open air markets is only a 15 min drive;
The mediaeval city of Lucca is just a 45 min jaunt and one can spend all day cycling the fully intact walls, exploring the many piazzas, climbing towers, designer shopping or just meandering and absorbing the wonderful atmosphere of Puccini's birthplace. Treat yourself to an opera recital too, or if you travel during the music festival, see world famous acts in intimate settings.
Florence by car is circa 1 hour 30min, and Pisa airport around 1 hr 15 mins.
More locally there
For those who enjoy the outdoor life there is also a local tree climbing/zip wiring park a 20 minute drive away, with courses adapted for all age groups, from the very young to adults. Enjoy a picnic here too on hot days.
There are local adventure parks where one can try water canyoning, rock climbing, swimming in rock pools, canoeing etc and there is the Grotta del Vento, a massive cave system in the mountains which is a good day out.
There is an ancient fortress to visit also just a 25 minute drive , with jaw dropping views, and interacive displays for children including a chance to try a little archery..
This list is not of course exhaustive, but suffice to say the property is prefect for those seeking a wonderful rural property in a peaceful location with mountain vistas and for families that enjoy walking, nature and picnics and visiting local villages, yet within easy reach of towns too.
This spacious stone barn has been restored to a very high standard, with all modern conveniences, such as a well-equipped designer kitchen and beautiful shower rooms, yet it retains traditional features such as chestnut beamed ceilings.
The house, while very traditional, has large windows creating a sense of light and airiness not always found in older style properties. It also has the benefit of a large covered terrace on the first floor as well as another open terrace, both of which overlook the garden and pool.
Specifics
Upper floor:
Enter house via large covered terrace into living room/kitchen/diner.
The room is light and spacious with 2 large windows, one with a view of the valley and the other overlooking the pool.
Large dining table with ample space for all to dine, and there are sofas for relaxing.
Choice of sat tv, dvd, and stereo for entertainment plus free wifi connection.
The living room is divided from the kitchen by a serving/preparing area
The kitchen is well equipped with oven; 4 ring electric hob; double sink; microwave; dishwasher; large fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Separate study/quiet room furnished with double sofabed. This room has doors leading to uncovered terrace.
Shower room with jacuzzi shower accessible.
Other main door leads directly to the garden and pool area.
Lower floor:
Internal access to the ground floor from wooden staircase to the night zone, consisting of:
1 double bedroom with en-suite shower room and direct access to lower garden.
1 double bedroom with en suite bathroom.
2 twin bedrooms each with en suite shower rooms.
Free central heating.
Outside:
Covered terrace for eating out and a further large open terrace,
Private infinity pool 11m x 5m with internal steps, set in the flat area of the garden including a shaded area with outdoor sofas.
Ping pong table
For al fresco dining there is ample outdoor dining space and bbq.
A little about the area:
Please note that automated distance information can be misleading in rural areas. Although some places may appear close “as the crow flies,” walking routes are often impractical.
Situated on the hillside, within a 500M of a restaurant, and only 2km from the local market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana with its bars, restaurants, shops, train station and famous Thursday morning market.
The beautiful medieaval town of Barga, with its great restaurants, art, music and open air markets is only a 15 min drive;
The mediaeval city of Lucca is just a 45 min jaunt and one can spend all day cycling the fully intact walls, exploring the many piazzas, climbing towers, designer shopping or just meandering and absorbing the wonderful atmosphere of Puccini's birthplace. Treat yourself to an opera recital too, or if you travel during the music festival, see world famous acts in intimate settings.
Florence by car is circa 1 hour 30min, and Pisa airport around 1 hr 15 mins.
More locally there
For those who enjoy the outdoor life there is also a local tree climbing/zip wiring park a 20 minute drive away, with courses adapted for all age groups, from the very young to adults. Enjoy a picnic here too on hot days.
There are local adventure parks where one can try water canyoning, rock climbing, swimming in rock pools, canoeing etc and there is the Grotta del Vento, a massive cave system in the mountains which is a good day out.
There is an ancient fortress to visit also just a 25 minute drive , with jaw dropping views, and interacive displays for children including a chance to try a little archery..
This list is not of course exhaustive, but suffice to say the property is prefect for those seeking a wonderful rural property in a peaceful location with mountain vistas and for families that enjoy walking, nature and picnics and visiting local villages, yet within easy reach of towns too.
Amenities at Beautifully renovated detached barn, private infinity pool. Walk to restaurant.
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
This property was perfect for our multi-generation family holiday. The pool was a particular hit, with big wide long steps for the kids to play on but deep enough for the adults to enjoy. Plenty of shaded area for sitting outside and enjoying the scenery.The hosts were charming and helpful.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
We were a group of 6 adults and spent a lovely week in this little gem in Castelnuovo. Each room has its own bathroom, the pool is truly fantastic, and the kitchen is well-equipped. Plenty of good restaurants in the neighborhood. Lucca is only a 45 min drive.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2020
We had a fantastic family holiday and celebration in this perfect spacious and comfortable Tuscan villa. It was a treat from beginning to end: numerous bathrooms to provide privacy, beautiful swimming pool with a shady area and mountain views and a very well equipped kitchen for family meals. How we miss this beautiful terrace and all the happy moments spent there!
We would love to come back. Loretta and her husband were great hosts, always at hand and very communicative. Loretta was very helpful before the holiday as we were trying to organise a special celebration.
Thank you both! Your property is stunning and the location is ideal.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2019
This home was great, the open plan living works really well and we had meals on the terrace, inside and by the pool! The pool was just so much fun for the kids and adults alike and was clean and well maintained with no red sore eyes at the end of the day! House is cool with a mountain breeze taking the edge of the strong sun. It was also nice and cool at bedtime even when it had been 30 degrees above during the day!
About 45 min drive from Lucca and Pisa but set in a quiet and sentence setting this is perfect for a nice relaxed getaway with the fun of the pool on hand day and night but day trips not too far away.
The owners were fantastic, genuinely helpful and informative and gave us some great choices for beach locations! We got a little muddled with a toll road ticket and they rectified this at the local post office for us - so more then helpful and very kind couple.
We would love to come back and are missing the pool already! Highly recommend.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(46 Ratings)
"This property was perfect for our multi-generation family holiday. The pool was a particular hit, with big wide long steps for the kids to play on but deep enough for the adults to enjoy. Plenty of s..."
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