Charming Holiday House with Spectacular Views
Idyllic Setting, Minutes from Barga
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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The holiday house is in Catagnana, an enchanting hamlet near the centre of Barga. The house has breathtaking views over the Appenine hills. It has three double bedrooms (one of which has two single beds), dining kitchen, living room, and family bathroom. There is a sunny garden, and a large outside terrace for al fresco dinners. Beside the terrace is a well equipped summer kitchen with dining area, games, and table football. In the summer months there is a small inflatable above ground dipping pool (10x10 feet) on the grass area, which is cleaned and maintained by the property manager. Catagnana is 1.5m from Barga, with its lovely restaurants, bars, fabulous open air pool and beautiful hisotric centre. Lucca is 23m away, Viareggio and the coast 37m, Florence 66m. There are low-price Ryanair Flights to Pisa from Glasgow Prestwick, Liverpool and London Stansted.
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| Rental periods | per week | |
| All year | £475 | min stay 3 nights |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Discounts for 3 weeks and over.
Changeover day
Flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with two single beds. Bedroom 3 with double bed. |
| Bathrooms: | Family bathroom with bath/shower over, bidet, wc. |
| Kitchen: | Cooker, hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, toaster, kettle. There is also a fully equipped summer kitchen directly off the terrace in the beautiful stone cellar with stone sink, fridge/freezer and gas cooker. |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge with CD, TV, DVD, games, books. Dining area in summer kitchen with games, CD player and table football. |
| Other: | The summer kitchen is fully equipped and has a large eating area inside and outside on the adjacent terrace. The magnificent view from the summer kitchen is framed by a stone arch. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Final clean included. Electricity, gas, hot water, towels and linen included. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv room fans cot high chair barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
Car hire recommended.
Accessibility
The car park is 50 metres from the house.
Outside
Sunny garden, large terrace with outdoor table and chairs, deck chairs, BBQ. Summer kitchen adjacent to terrace. Small inflatable above ground dipping pool (10x10 feet) on the grass area in the summer months.
Coast/Beach
The coast (Viareggio) 37 miles.
Golf
Nearest golf course is 20km from Barga - 6 holes par 3.
Nearest 18 hole golf course in Forte dei Marmi (60km).
Skiing
Abetone ski resort 34 miles.
Special interest holidays
Walking - there are several glorious walks which start from the house.
Cycling - bike hire can be arranged.
Cooking - we can arrange for a local chef to spend the day with you in the summer kitchen.
Travel
Pisa Airport 42m. Florence Airport 63.5m. Bologna Airport 80m. Parma 101m. Genoa 105m. Milan 167m. Rome 245m.
Distances
Barga 1.5m. Lucca 23m. Viareggio and the coast 37m. Florence 66m. Siena 106m.
Further details
Catagnana is a rural hamlet near the ancient walled town of Barga in Tuscany. The village is peaceful and unspoilt, with buildings dating back to the eighteenth century. It has majestic views over the Serchio Valley and is a convenient starting point for hillside and forest walks to the surrounding villages. Barga can be reached in 5 mins by car and about 30 mins on foot. It is a lively, cosmopolitan town with a wide variety of cafes, restaurants, shops and services. The town is the cultural hub of the surrounding area, with an opera house, a jazz festival, and a number of outdoor feasts, dances and concerts. There is also a modern, well-run open-air swimming pool, which has a bar and café, comfortable deck chairs and a beautiful view. The ‘Old Town’, which dates back to medieval times, is a honeycomb of winding, cobbled alleys and stairways, leading up to a beautiful Cathedral. Barga is on the edge of the mountainous Garfagnana area. Lucca, Pisa, Florence, Siena and the seaside are all within easy reach. There is a train station in the nearby town of Fornaci di Barga. Services are cheap and regular, and connect with the major towns and cities in the region. The house is typical of the region and is believed to be more than 150 years old. It has been entirely renovated and redecorated, with traditional features such as chestnut beams and terracotta floors largely retained. It is situated at the front of the village and forms part of a block with 2 other similar houses. Its position offers spectacular and uninterrupted views of the valley.
Booking notes
After initial enquiry, completed booking form and £100 deposit will confirm booking.
Balance due two months prior to arrival.
Guest comments
"The most complete holiday! Catagnana is picture postcard and the people were so nice and friendly."
"We have finally found a place where all generations in the family can enjoy the holiday together."
"The house was lovely and comfortable and the scenery out of this world."
Owner profile
About the owner
Helen FitzGerald and Sergio Casci live in Glasgow and have two children. They are both full time writers. Sergio's family all live in Barga, Tuscany, which is why Helen and Sergio spend as much time there as they can. The holiday house has been in Sergio's family for over 50 years.
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Family connections and we love the area!
Unique benefits of the property
Eating, walking, music festivals, summer fiestas, swimming pools, beach, day trips to Lucca, Florence and Viareggio.
For booking and further information
Property Ref IT655
Contact Name:
Helen Fitzgerald
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 1416375579
Alternate Contact Details:
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 7769575020
Owners Website: Click here
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