Front of the house

Terrace with sight on hills

Kitchen

Bedroom

Prices Currency Conversion

Rental periods
29 September - 22 December 2007	280 euros
22 December - 5 January 2008	500 euros
5 January - 15 March 2008	280 euros
15 - 29 March 2008	320 euros
29 March - 31 May 2008	280 euros
31 May - 28 June 2008	320 euros
28 June - 30 August 2008	420 euros
30 August - 27 September 2008	320 euros
27 September - 20 December 2008	280 euros
20 December - 3 January 2009	500 euros

Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros.
Extra charge:
Deposit 150 euros.
Linen and towels: 10 euros per person.
Electricity: 0,30 per KW.
Gas: 4,50 per mc.

Changeover day
Our changeover days are Saturdays and this is usually difficult to change during the high season. We can change the changeover during low season on application.

Accommodation

Notes on accommodation
The heating, gas and electricity are not included in the price. Sheets and towels are not included, but it is possible the rental.
Extra Charge:
Linen and towels: 10 euros person/chang
Electricity (according to consumptions): 0,30 euros per KW
Gas for cooking, heating and warm water (according to consumptions): 4,50 euros per mc.

Amenities/Facilities provided

Accessibility
Because Gello is a hillside village, access would be difficult for the disabled or infirm.

Outside
Gello, like so many Tuscan settlements, clings to the side of a hill overlooking valleys, hillsides and mountains with terraced vineyards and olive groves. In the foreground and beyond, wooded slopes and picturesque villages. Gello is a peaceful place, totally unspoiled; it retains its slow tempo and traditional way of life. It has been home for generations of Italian families who still cultivate the surrounding land. The countryside surrounding Gello, is a delight and there are pleasant walks into the woods and across the hillside. There are excellent restaurants nearby.

Coast/Beach
Viareggio is one of the most famous and traditional seaside resorts in Tuscany. The beaches, excellent cuisine, bars and piano bars make it a favourite destination for Italians and foreigners alike. Founded as a fishing village in the 12th century, it is now an important port where prestigious yachts are built in its dockyards. Viareggio is sheltered by thick pine forests to the north and offers miles of beach establishments, bars, restaurants and shops along its coastline.

Skiing
Abetone is the most important ski resort of the centre of Italy. It is known and appreciated all over the world. Its various ski runs have been praised highly by great champions such as Zeno Colò. This is also the starting point for a range of excursions, from the simple walks to trips to the mountains. The ski slopes are situated between four marvellous linked valleys: Val di Luce, Valle dello Scoltenna, Valle del Sestalone and Valle di Lima. These valleys form one of the most beautiful, famous and natural sceneries of the Appennino.

Travel
By air it is an easy journey from UK to Pisa. It takes less than a couple of hours. Pisa airport is quite small and you pass through the formalities quickly. An alternative airport is Florence. British Airways, Ryanair, Thompson Air, Jet2.com and EasyJet all service Pisa on a regular basis and cheap flights are readily available. From Pisa airport to Lucca is approx 25 mins by motorway (Lucca Est exit) with a further 30 mins journey to Gello.

Distances
Lucca by car is 25 mins, retains elements of its age and history amid its many churches, the elegant and imposing palaces, the famous squares and the high towers.
Florence by car - 1 hour 30 mins. Capital of the region, home city of Dante Alighieri and of Michelangelo and Donatello.
Siena by car - 2 hours is one of Italy's most beautiful cities, situated in the centre of Tuscany.
Pisa by car - 50 mins where you will find the marvellous Piazza dei Miracoli which houses the famous Leaning Tower

Further details
The whole area is rich in historic and cultural interest.
The charming city of Lucca retains elements of its age and history amid its many churches, the elegant and imposing palaces (Guinigi, Pfanner and many others), the famous squares (S.Michele, S.Martino, Roman amphitheatre and others) and the high towers (Guinigi with the trees growing at the top and the clock tower) have been maintained intact in their original beauty.
During the year, Lucca houses many important cultural and artistic events which allows its visitors to experience unforgettable emotions.
In April there is the famous flower market of Santa Zita. In July and August there is the Summer Festival and also the Festival of Giacomo Puccini. In September there is the Palio della Balestra and on 13th the illuminated procession of Santa Croce: November is the month of the famous comics exhibition and October has the Lyrics season at Teatro del Giglio.
Florence is the capital of the region, home city of Dante Alighieri, grand master of the Italian language and of Michelangelo and Donatello whose master peaces of art and culture have rendered this city famous throughout the world.
Siena is one of Italy's most beautiful cities, situated in the centre of Tuscany between the Chianti area and Maremma, rich in history, art and popular traditions, it is the city of the Palio.

Booking notes
We ask that you contact us first to ensure that we have availability. A deposit of 30% is required to secure the booking. Our terms and conditions together with a booking form are sent and on receipt of the completed form, the holiday is confirmed in writing. The balance being paid 40 days prior to commencement of the holiday. A separate refundable breakage deposit is required of 150 Euros at the time when you arrive.

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