View from the covered terrace of number 6 Castello

In the kitchen

The double bedroom at number 6 Castello

Sitting room of number 6

Prices Currency Conversion

Rental periods
March 2008	£330
April / May 2008	£380
June - 19 July 2008	£430
20 July - 31 August 2008	£480
September 2008	£430
October 2008	£380
November 2008	£330

Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Discounts available for 2 people renting (excluding July and August). Rates include hot water, gas electricity and cleaning. Central heating is charged separately and payable at Castello.

Changeover day
Changeover is usually Saturday, I will be flexible if possible. Arrival after 3.00pm, departure by 10.00 am.

Accommodation

Notes on accommodation
Our house is traditionally restored. Throughout the house there are terracotta tiled floors and exposed beams and tiled ceilings in some of the rooms. There are traditional style internal wooden shutters to the windows. The thick stone walls help keep the house cool in the summer and central heating and a traditional wood burning stove ensures a comfortable stay in the cooler months.

Amenities/Facilities provided

Outside
The approach to our house is via the original stairway which leads up to the lovely covered terrace and the main entrance. From the terrace you can enjoy the beautiful views from the house in all weathers. There is a barbeque for alfresco eating during the long warm summer evenings. There is a large marble topped table, 5 chairs, two sun loungers and a wooden armchair. At the bottom of the stairway is another uncovered patio for sun-lovers.

Coast/Beach
The fashionable coastal resorts of Viareggio, Pietrasanta and Forte dei Marmi are 30 kms from Castello. Here there are miles of golden sandy beaches.
South of Viareggio, Marina di Vecchiana is a protected coastal area with miles of undeveloped sandy beaches.

Golf
There are very good golf courses a Forte dei Marmi and Castelfalfi both of which are under an hours drive from Castello.

Skiing
The ski resort of Abetone is 60 kms from Castello.

Travel
Pisa International Airport is under an hours drive from Castello. Car hire is essential for Castello.

Distances
The nearest village is Valdottavo, 2kms from Castello.
The ancient walled city of Lucca is 15 kms away.
The spa town of Bagni di Lucca with its fabulous open air swimming pool complex is a 20 minute drive from Castello. Florence is within easy reach by car, about 60 kms away from Castello, excursions can be made to Siena and San Gimigniano both around a 2 hour drive away. The beautiful fishing villages of the Cinque Terre are about an hours drive from Castello.

Further details
Valdottavo has a good choice of small shops. There is a large supermarket about a 15 minute drive away. banks, doctors and dentists are all within easy driving distance. The whole area is rich in historic and cultural interest. Lucca is a charming and beautiful city, with its priceless art treasures, narrow cobbled streets flanked by imposing palazzos, secluded squares, gardens and Romanesque churches. Whilst retaining all the elements of its age and history one finds sophisticated shops and restaurants. On the third weekend of every month there is a fantastic antiques fair which lasts for 2 days. Throughout the summer months there are various classical and contemporary music festivals. On top of the mediaeval walls which enclose Lucca are wide and shady tree lined avenues. Here the locals cycle, walk their dogs and promenade. There are grassy ramparts ideal for relaxing after sight seeing or you can hire bikes and ride around the 4 kilometres of wall. A great way to see the city from up high. Near at hand are Barga, famous for its summer opera festival, Bagni di Lucca, a favourite spa resort for the Victorian poets. Every year the famous Puccini opera festival takes place in the open air overlooking the lake at Torre del Lago south of viareggio. For winter visitors, the ski resort of Abetone is only a 60 kilometre drive away. An easy drive for a days skiing.
I live and work in Lucca and am available to help with any problems you may encounter.

Booking notes
Prices quoted are for four persons; the charge for a fifth guest is £50 per week. There is no charge for one child under the age of three years with four visitors. Payment in sterling/Euros by bank transfer. 30% of the total rental on registration, the balance 8 weeks before your visit. If the booking is made within 8 weeks then the whole payment is due on registration. Visitors outside of Europe to pay the full amount in sterling on registration.

Guest comments
'A few short words of thanks and appreciation for a wonderful holiday and most amazing introduction to Tuscany. The view from number 6 is incredible; a view you simply do not wish to take your eyes from, and we haven't, fantastic. Thank you.
Sarah and Nick, UK.'

'We have both had such a good week that we have spent the time plotting our return. The house is just perfect, the view outstanding, we have never stayed anywhere with a better view, the local dog was great company to! - Yvette and Michael, UK.

'We have really enjoyed our stay in Castello. The house was perfect and we especially liked the warm and cosy beds. The setting is lovely thanks for a lovely stay, Kevern, Ruth and Holly, UK.

'Thank you - we have had a super week in your house here (which we love) and are all reluctant to go! Thank you for thinking of everything anyone could possibly need, Jo and Robin, UK.'

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